National Assembly of Diocesan Priests 2023
Apostolic Exhortation Laudate Deum of the Holy Father Francis to all people of good will on the climate crisis
​Pope Francis Homily for the Care of Creation
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Instrumentum laboris
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Press Release -Cardinal John
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FCBCO Response to Synod Continental Stage 
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NZ Government Guidance for Worship
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Dear Parishioners,
 
Although we are no longer under the Covid Protection Framework, we still need to be vigilant to ensure the health and safety of our parish. 
The following are some Parish practices currently in place in Our Lady of the Bays:
  • Holy water is available at the church door, refreshed regularly.
  • There can be contact at the Sign of Peace.
  • Communion on the tongue can now be provided.
  • Regarding the previous points, parishioners may still wish to take their own safety precautions when attending Mass. Please continue to show respect and tolerance to others’ choices.
  • Regarding Communion under both kinds (drinking from the chalice) this will be introduced once it is SAFE TO DO SO in ALL our church communities.
  • Please be reminded that we still need to be vigilant with hygiene procedures to prevent the spread of illnesses.  If you are unwell please stay at home. 
The Catholic Parish of Our Lady of the Bays is located at the top of the South Island and is bounded by Nelson, Tasman Bay and Golden Bay in the North and Kahurangi National park and Mount Richmond Forest Park.
MASS TIMES

St Peter Chanel, Motueka
 Sunday 9.30am
Tuesday (Liturgy of the Word) and Friday 9.30 am
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Richmond
Sunday 9.30 am
Wednesday and Friday 9.30 am

Sts Peter and Paul, Waimea West
Vigil Mass 5.00pm on the 4th Saturday of the month

St Joseph's, Wakefield
Vigil Mass 5.00 pm on the 2nd Saturday of the month
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Sacred Heart, Takaka
Sunday 5.00 pm on the 1st and 3rd of the month
​Effective 1st October 2023
Liturgy of the Word with Communion: 9.30am - 2nd Sunday of the month

CONTACT
Pastoral Team
​Fr. Michael Bellizzi - Parish Priest
Fr Cirilo Barlis - Asst. Priest
Parish Office
​3​5 William Street, Richmond 7020
Office Hours are Mon, Wed, Fri 9.00 to 14.00
​Email: office.admin@parish.org.nz
Phone: 03 544 8987 (Richmond) 03 528 8899 (Motueka)