Te Pārihi Katorika ki Ngāmotu
Faith. Community.
Faith. Community.
Belonging.
A community called by God for missional discipleship. Gathered around Jesus Christ, fed with the Eucharist, and sent to transform lives empowered by the Holy Spirit.
Join us this Sunday. All are Welcome!
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Haere Mai · Start Here
A welcome from our parish priest
Hear a warm invitation to the life of Te Pārihi Katorika ki Ngāmotu — then explore how to begin.
You are so welcome to join us as we walk together on this journey with Christ. Come to any Mass, introduce yourself, or call the parish office on 06 757 3682 — we would love to meet you.
New to the Catholic faith or returning after time away? Alpha is a relaxed place to explore life, faith and meaning together. Learn about Alpha →
From music and youth ministry to St Vincent de Paul and welcoming teams, there is a place for everyone. Discover our ministries →
Te Pārihi Katorika ki Ngāmotu
Today's Mass Times
Weekly Mass times across our parish churches.
Select a Mass time to open the church location on the map.
| Church | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's | 8:00 AM | 8:0012:05 PM | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:0012:05 | 8:30 | 9:005:30 PM |
| Our Lady Help of Christians | · | 9:10 | 9:10 | · | · | 5:30 PM | 10:30 |
| St Patrick's, Okato | · | · | · | · | · | 6:00 PM | · |
| Sacred Heart Girls' College | · | · | · | · | · | · | 10:00 AM |
Mon 8:00 AM · Tue 8:00 AM & 12:05 PM · Wed–Fri 8:00 AM
Fri 12:05 PM · Sat 8:30 AM · Sun 9:00 AM & 5:30 PM
Tue & Wed 9:10 AM · Sat 5:30 PM · Sun 10:30 AM
Sat 6:00 PM (Vigil Mass)
Sun 10:00 AM
Reconciliation Saturdays 11:30 AM at St Joseph's · Anointing Mass first Saturday 10:30 AM.
Sunday 9:00 AM
Watch Mass online
Can't join us in person? Our Sunday 9:00 AM Mass is live-streamed from St Joseph's. All are welcome to pray with us wherever you are.
Our Locations
Featured Churches
Four places of worship across New Plymouth, Bell Block and Okato, each with its own character and welcome.
St Joseph's Church
106 Powderham Street, New Plymouth
Sun 9:00 AM & 5:30 PM
Our Lady Help of Christians
Fitzroy, New Plymouth
Sun 10:30 AM · Sat 5:30 PM
Bell Block Catholic Centre
138 Parklands Avenue, Bell Block
Community Mass · see Mass Times
St Patrick's, Okato
Okato, Taranaki
Sat 6:00 PM (Vigil)
Our Vision · Moemoeā
Our Vision
The vision for our parish is
a community called by God
for missional discipleship.
Our mission is
to transform lives empowered by the Holy Spirit.
01 · Worship
Whakamoemiti
Source and summit
The Eucharist at the heart of parish life — beauty, hospitality and prayerful Sunday Mass.
02 · EvangelisationTe Hora Karaitianatanga
Go and make disciples
Sharing God’s Love Story through words and deeds, inviting others to come and see.
03 · DiscipleshipPonongatanga
Lifelong formation
Growing as saints through human, spiritual, intellectual and pastoral formation.
04 · CommunityHapori
A family of families
A lighthouse of welcome — known, loved, and drawn into deeper discipleship together.
05 · MinistryMīhana
Gifts for service
Serving those in need within the parish and out to the highways and byways.
06 · LeadershipKaihautūtanga
Discerning together
Calling forth gifts and growing leaders who cooperate with the Holy Spirit.
We are sent to share the love of Jesus to those who do not know Him — bringing all to the encounter with Jesus Christ.Catholic Parish of New Plymouth · Our Vision
Living the moemoeā
Six pillars of our vision
How worship, evangelisation, discipleship, community, ministry and leadership take flesh in parish life.
Whakamoemiti
Worship is the primary purpose of the Church — the source and summit of all we do. We gather for prayerful, vibrant Sunday Mass, believe in the Real Presence, and seek beauty, hospitality and Adoration that draw us into encounter with Jesus.
Read more on Our Vision →Te Hora Karaitianatanga
We answer God’s call to “go and make disciples.” Empowered by the Holy Spirit, we share the kerygma — God’s Love Story — invite others to come and see, and channel parish life toward evangelisation.
Read more on Our Vision →Ponongatanga
Ongoing formation — human, spiritual, intellectual and pastoral — helps us become saints. Small groups, RCIA, courses and retreats form intentional discipleship pathways for every age.
Read more on Our Vision →Hapori
We are a divine household where all belong — a community of communities and family of families. Schools, domestic churches and small groups help us love one another as a lighthouse to New Plymouth.
Read more on Our Vision →Mīhana
Every parishioner is called to serve — discovering gifts, caring for the homebound and elderly, welcoming every culture, and reaching the poor and vulnerable through Caritas and St Vincent de Paul.
Read more on Our Vision →Kaihautūtanga
Leaders discern with the Holy Spirit, grow a leadership pipeline, and work with Pastoral Council, Leadership Team and committees so gifts are called forth for the Body of Christ.
Read more on Our Vision →
Looking Ahead
New Parish Centre
Approved by the Diocese in November 2024, our new parish centre will be a gathering place for generations to come. Take the walkthrough and help us build it.
Year of Jubilee
The Art Trail
Michael Smither's Stations of the Cross, murals and sacred art across St Joseph's. Tap to explore the trail.
Parish Life
Latest News
SHINE — faith, friendship & fun for ages 8–12
Every Sunday in the school term at St Joseph's Church Hall, 4:00–5:00 PM. A place for children to deepen their faith and forge new friendships in a warm community.
Contact Karen →
Community
Marian Mothers Gathering
Prayer, friendship & support.
Volunteer
Flower Arranging Volunteers
Adorn our churches for the seasons.
What's On
Upcoming Events
Year of Jubilee
Diocesan Art Trail · St Joseph's
Michael Smither's Stations of the Cross and murals. Open daily — 106 Powderham Street.
Learn More
First Saturday
Anointing Mass & Morning Tea
10:30 AM, first Saturday of the month at St Joseph's. All welcome to stay for morning tea.
Register
Parish Life
Community & Ministries
Groups and ministries where faith is lived in friendship, service, and the shared life of the parish.
SHINE Youth Ministry
Faith, friendship and fun for ages 8–12, every Sunday in the school term.
Learn more →Marian Mothers
Prayer, friendship and support for mothers across the parish.
Learn more →Flower Arranging
Adorn our churches for the seasons with beauty and devotion.
Volunteer →
Looking Ahead
Book Now
Spaces for the community
Our halls and meeting rooms host gatherings large and small — and plans are taking shape for a new parish centre on Powderham Street.
Hall
Available
Church
On request
Rooms
Available
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Your gift sustains the mission
Generosity keeps our churches open, our community fed in faith, and our outreach alive across Taranaki. Thank you for your support.
Daily Readings
Today's Gospel
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven."
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