Sunday, 31 May 2026
THE MOST HOLY TRINITY
REFLECT & PRAY
A Word from Fr Danny:
Today we hear the famous John 3:16: “God loved the world so much that he gave his only Son.” Where else do we hear the language of a parent giving their son? This language is most often used in relation to military service, or perhaps to the priesthood, all with the implicit understanding that sacrifice is part of the giving.
So even here the language of giving and love, one feels, looks forward to the cross. It implies a certain vulnerability in God’s gift of the Son. In John’s Gospel we also hear, at the moment of Jesus’ death, the words: “It is accomplished.” Then, bowing his head, he gave up his spirit.
It is as if the Son, having fully revealed the love of the Father on the cross, now returns the gift of himself to the Father. The gift given and received takes our redeemed humanity to the Father in a love given, received, and perfectly fulfilled.
The Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are so completely one that we name this mystery with a word not explicitly found in Scripture, yet faithful to its revelation: the Trinity.
- Fr Danny
Questions for the Week:
FIRST READING: EXODUS 34:4-6,8-9
We hear how God proclaims His name as “Lord” to Moses on Mount Sinai, describing Himself as merciful, gracious, kind, and faithful. How would you describe your experience of God?
SECOND READING: 2 CORINTHIANS 13:11-13
Paul speaks of the grace, love, and fellowship of our triune God and encourages the Corinthians to treat each other likewise. Who needs your love and fellowship this week?
GOSPEL: JOHN 3:16-18
Could God have saved the world another way? What does the sending of the Son reveal about the necessity of the Trinity?
©LPi
PLEASE PRAY FOR:
Those whose anniversaries occur this week:
Martin Ryan, Tamiuru Henry, Nita Taite, Leilane DaRos, Graham Kjestrup, Stephen Johns, Raymond Spencer, Patrick Scrimshaw, Margaret Matich, Ethel Gallagher, Marie O’Leary, Russell Cochrane, Maui Tomoana, Olivia Hinton, Monica Jones.
POPE LEO MONTHLY PRAYER INTENTION: MAY ‘THAT EVERYONE MIGHT HAVE FOOD’
Let us pray for those who go hungry while others waste; awaken in us gratitude, simplicity, and a spirit of sharing, that we may care for Your gifts meant for all, guiding our communities to live responsibly, act with compassion, and ensure no one is excluded from the common table.
PARISH NEWS
COLLECT YOUR PLATES!
A hefty collection of plates and serving dishes has gathered in the church café. If you’ve been wondering where your favourite plate disappeared to, this could be your moment! Please take a quick look and reclaim anything that belongs to you.
Thank you for helping us keep the café clutter-free!
PACT RETREAT DAY | Sunday 7th June | Beginning at 9am Mass
JOIN US THIS WEEK
Sunday, 31 May: The Most Holy Trinity
5pm Saturday Vigil Mass, Tūrangi | 9am Mass, Taupō
Sacrament of Penance
8.30am | Chapel | Taupō
Divine Mercy Chaplet
3pm | Chapel | Taupō
Monday, 1 June
Mass
7pm | Church | Taupō
Tuesday, 2 June
Mass
9am | Church | Taupō
Community Lunch
1pm | Cafe | Taupō
Youth Group | Yrs 7-9
6pm | Youth Den | Taupō
St Patrick’s Young Adults | Ages 14-20
7.15pm | Old Presbytery Building | Taupō
Wednesday, 3 June
Depth Charge Connect
10am | Hancock’s Place | Taupō
Rosary | Tūrangi
11.30am | Church | Tūrangi
Mass | Tūrangi
12noon | Church | Tūrangi
Fair-Weather Gardeners
12pm - 3pm | Taupō
Ave Connect | Rosary
7pm | Chapel | Taupō
Thursday, 4 June
Mass
9am | Church | Taupō
Purl Connect | Knitting Group
1pm | Lesley McIntosh’s Place | Taupō
Holy Hour | Adoration, Reconciliation & Benediction
5.30pm | Church | Taupō
Endurance Connect | Men’s Group
7pm | Presbytery Building | Taupō
Alpha
7pm | Cafe | Taupō
Friday, 5 June
Mass
12noon | Church | Taupō
Divine Mercy
3pm | Chapel | Taupō
Saturday, 6 June
Mass
9am | Church | Taupō
Sacrament of Penance
9.30am | Chapel | Taupō
CFC - Christian Life Program
11am | Chapel | Taupō
Ministers for Sunday, 31 May
THE MOST HOLY TRINITY
Taupō
Tūrangi
THIS WEEK….
UPCOMING
On the first Sunday of each month, we gather after 9am Mass to pray for the protection of human life in New Zealand. Abortion is widespread (17, 775 in 2025) and euthanasia is part of our law. We believe we cannot be silent. Every human life is sacred and worthy of protection.
For 13 years, our parish has faithfully offered this prayer, asking the Lord to change hears, guide our leaders and renew respect for life in our nation. We would love you to join us.
ABORTION. BABIES CAN LIVE WITHOUT IT.
The Reluctant Saint (1962) is a biographical comedy-drama that tells the true story of Giuseppe Desa, a 17th-century Italian peasant who was widely considered slow and clumsy, yet defied all expectations to become a priest, performing miraculous acts of levitation and eventually achieving sainthood.
RETREATS
Retreats
Tyburn Monastery, Ngakuru &
Cluny Retreat Centre, Tauranga
DIOCESAN NEWS & EVENTS
POPE LEO XIV’S FIRST ENCYCLICAL, MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS
“In the era of artificial intelligence, when human dignity is threatened by new forms of dehumanization, ours is the pressing duty to remain profoundly human.” MH15
We continue to reflect on Pope Leo XIV’s first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, which explores how rapidly developing technologies — particularly Artificial Intelligence — can be placed at the service of human dignity and the common good. We’ll continue sharing reflections and resources across diocesan channels, with a fuller reflection featured in this weekend’s Clearly. www.cdh.org.nz/clearly
RELIC TOUR OF ST CARLO ACUTIS - ROTORUA
A major first-class relic of Saint Carlo Acutis, travelling from Assisi in Italy, will visit Rotorua from June 14–16 as part of the national pilgrimage across Aotearoa New Zealand.
Saint Carlo Acutis, the Church’s first millennial saint, continues to inspire young people throughout the world through his love of the Eucharist.
Public opportunities include Mass, adoration, veneration of relic, reconciliation, evening talks and a special Diocesan Youth Mass.
DR MARY HEALY-REBUILD MY CHURCH | JUNE 9,10,11 | Hamilton
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear internationally renowned Catholic theologian Dr Mary Healy in Hamilton at the Cathedral of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Three inspiring evenings on Scripture, the Holy Spirit, and renewing our faith, and an IN DEPTH workshop on Thursday 11 June. Register: www.cdh.org.nz/events
ACTIV8 Prolife Youth Camp is back! Join us in Ngāruawāhia from 14–17 July for four action-packed days of engaging teaching, thoughtful discussions, and vibrant community! Learn how to speak up for the voiceless with clarity and confidence, dive deep into pro-life apologetics, build friendships, and discover your unique role in building a culture of life in NZ. Spaces are limited - Register at www.activ8nz.org
CARMELITE CHAPEL REBUILD
The Carmelite Sisters in Christchurch are fundraising to rebuild their public chapel. Visit their webpage to view videos and find out more: https://christchurchcarmel.org.nz/chapel-rebuild.html. If you would like to contribute to this appeal, they would be very grateful.
Account Name: The Discalced Carmelite Nuns (Christchurch) Charitable Trust. Account Number: 03-1592-0216044-001