St Michael's Parish

About the Mass

WE GATHER TOGETHER EACH SUNDAY (Vigil Saturday 5pm & Sunday 8am & 10am)

Every day people gather at different times in different groups and places for different purposes. Some of these times we have nothing to do but be there; we are a group of individuals together. Waiting for a bus or train to stop - just being there is enough.

At other times we must do more than just be there. We must talk to others, and if it is a birthday party we will sing “Happy Birthday”. In other words, we have to participate in the action to fulfill the purpose of the assembly; or it is not an assembly, merely a group of people who happen to be in the same place at the same time.

What kind of an assembly are we when we gather on Sundays for Mass? Is just being there enough? NO! We assemble and praise God – together!

We ask for God’s blessing – together!

About the Church

The story of St Michael’s Parish is the story of a people you can be part of. Your belonging adds your own story, and so makes the Parish vital and enthusiastic. It is good to belong!

Our Parish Church was opened on 1 October 1933... Read more

Parish Priest's Page

The Parish Priest's Page contains Monsignor Arahill's recent reading lists, quotable quotes, sermon advisory codes and current Sunday reflections.

Check out this section to find out a little more about our Parish Priest, and perhaps gain some insight into the Priestly Vocation.

Parish School

St Michael's Catholic School provides a quality education to primary age students, and operates under the Josephite Charism.

The Church and School communities are linked together through the celebration of Sunday Mass, with the Parish also providing initiation programmes as students reach milestones of their lives in the faith.

The School has a comprehensive website, containing news, resources and information for prospective families: http://www.smcs.school.nz