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.

Today's Bible Verse

The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for His name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your

Psalm 23:1-4

Upcoming Events

Taste of Giving
21 Jun

Taste of Giving

Support our parish with the Taste of Giving Meal Fundraiser on Sunday, 21 June 2026. Enjoy a delicious butter chicken meal for $15.00, available for collection after Mass between 11:40am and 12:30pm. To place your order, please email stmaryspalmy@inspire.net.nz or visit the parish office during office hours. Office hours: 9:30am – 2:30pm Your support is greatly appreciated.

Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
24 Jun

Nativity of Saint John the Baptist

Join us on Wednesday, 24 June, as we celebrate the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist, a special feast in the Church commemorating the birth of the one who prepared the way for Christ. Masses will be celebrated at 9:00am and 6:00pm. All parishioners are warmly invited to come together in prayer and thanksgiving as we honour the life and witness of Saint John the Baptist.

St Mary's Prayer Ministry Meeting
25 Jun

St Mary's Prayer Ministry Meeting

You are warmly invited to the St Mary’s Prayer Ministry meeting on Thursday, 25 June at 6:00pm. The evening will focus on the topic of Confession, featuring a talk by Father Vijoy, followed by a time of fellowship, prayer, and faith building. This gathering is open to youth aged 15 years and above, as well as all members of the parish community who wish to deepen their faith and participate in prayer together.

Special Rosminian Mass
28 Jun

Special Rosminian Mass

Join us for a Special Rosminian Mass on Sunday, 28 June at 10:30am as we come together in prayer and celebration of the Rosminian community and its mission. All are warmly invited to attend and share in this special occasion.

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

About Us

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.