Christchurch tragedy anniversary -Catholic's Interfaith Committee letter

Christchurch tragedy anniversary -Catholic Interfaith group’s letter

Monday, March 16th, 2020

The New Zealand Catholic Bishops’ Committee for Interfaith Relations has written a letter for parishes and the wider Aotearoa communities, reflecting on the tragic events in Christchurch a year ago. Read more

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