Catholic Radio

A programme of radio liturgy from the Palmerston North Diocese with hymns and news from around the parish, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

A programme of radio liturgy from the Palmerston North Diocese with hymns and news from around the parish, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

A programme of radio liturgy from the Palmerston North Diocese with hymns and news from around the parish, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

A programme of radio liturgy from the Palmerston North Diocese with hymns and news from around the parish, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

A programme of radio liturgy from the Palmerston North Diocese with hymns and news from around the parish, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

A programme of radio liturgy from the Palmerston North Diocese with hymns and news from around the parish, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

A programme of radio liturgy from the Palmerston North Diocese with hymns and news from around the parish, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

A programme of radio liturgy from the Palmerston North Diocese with hymns and news from around the parish, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.

Catholic Radio host June, alongside Steve, Angela, and Candice, leads a reflective radio liturgy featuring Bible readings, prayers, and discussion on God’s initiative in love and mission, along with parish news and community updates. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

In this episode, June is joined by Pauline and Angela to mark the celebration of Pentecost, reflecting on the coming of the Holy Spirit and its meaning for the Church today. The programme features scripture readings, prayers, and a homily that explores themes of unity, communication, and the transforming power of the Spirit in daily life. Listeners are also updated with parish news and community notices, highlighting local faith activities across the region. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

This episode features readings from Acts, 1 Peter, and John’s Gospel on loving Christ and keeping his commandments through the help of the Holy Spirit, the episode includes a reflection on Christ’s presence in the whole Eucharistic liturgy, Prayers of the Faithful (including a Mother’s Day prayer), and parish notices from around the region. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

Catholic Radio continues for the Fourth Sunday of Easter with a radio liturgy led by Peter Hurley alongside Angela Kelly and June Hurley. Featuring readings from Acts, 1 Peter, and John’s Gospel (“I am the way, the truth, and the life”), this episode reflects on staying spiritually awake to God’s presence, faithful leadership in anxious times, and following Christ as our guide. The program also includes prayers of intercession and parish notices from around the diocese. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

Catholic Radio for the Fourth Sunday of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday) brings a radio liturgy with prayers, Scripture readings (Acts, Psalm 23, 1 Peter, and John’s Gospel), and a reflection on Christ as the gate and shepherd who leads us to life in full. Featuring “Breaking the Bread” with Scott Hahn, Prayers of the Faithful, the Lord’s Prayer, and parish notices from around the community, this episode closes with a meditation on compassion, suffering, and healing through Christ’s wounds. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

This episode of Catholic Radio reflects on the Third Sunday of Easter through prayer, Scripture, and shared worship. Focusing on the Emmaus Gospel, the liturgy explores how the risen Christ walks with us in uncertainty, reveals himself in the breaking of the bread, and sends believers back into community with renewed faith. Listeners are invited to recognise Christ’s presence in word, sacrament, and daily life, and to live Easter through hope, courage, and compassionate witness. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

This episode of Catholic Radio marks the Second Sunday of Easter, also known as Divine Mercy Sunday. Centered on the Gospel of Jesus’ appearance to the disciples and to Thomas, the programme reflects on doubt, faith, peace, and the healing mercy of the Risen Christ. Scripture readings, prayer, intercessions, music, and a reflection by Father Florrie McCarthy invite listeners to open their hearts to divine mercy and to live as witnesses to the Resurrection. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.