Note: The timings in the boxes below reflect the usual standard Mass schedule. Please refer to the latest newsletter for any updates or changes to the timings.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, help you, and uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Isaiah 41:10
RITE OF ELECTION & ENROLMENT OF NAMES, Sun 22 Feb 2026, 12:30PM at Cathedral of the Holy Spirit. All diocesan members invited by Bishop John to this important event.
REACH 2026 (5–8 Feb) is a four-day young adult camp by Jesus Youth NZ at Highland Home Camp near Palmerston North. For ages 18–25. Theme: Chosen to Bear Fruit. Register now. More info: reach@jesusyouth.org.nz
Mass Timings
Sunday
St Mary's 08:00 a.m.
St Mary's 10:30 a.m.
Ashhurst 12:15 p.m.
Monday
09:00 a.m.
Tuesday*
12:05 p.m.
Wednesday
09:00 a.m.
Thursday
09:00 a.m.
Friday
09:00 a.m.
Saturday*
09:00 a.m.
Vigil Mass Ashhurst 5:00 p.m.
*Adoration
Tuesday: 11:00 a.m.
*Sacrament of reconciliation
Tuesday: During the adoration, between 11:15 and 11:45 a.m.
Saturday: After 9:00 a.m. Mass
We are part of the Diocese of Palmerston North and part of the Manawatu-Tararua Pastoral Area.
We have two churches St Mary's and St Columba's and two schools, St Mary's School, and St Peter's College in our parish.
The churches are in Palmerston North and Ashhurst.