As more information is gleaned about our new Holy Father, Francis, it seems that this Papacy might be a little different from previous ones. So far, Pope Francis has gone to the hotel to pick up his bags and pay…
Author: Michelle Kaufman
I am a Catholic mother of seven children. Blessed with an amazing husband and very supportive Mum and Dad. We live in New Zealand and are deeply involved in promoting life, faith and family through the apostolate we work for Family Life International NZ.
Habemus Papam – Pope Francis
Habemus Papam! The announcement that our new Holy Father, chosen by the Holy Spirit is Jorge Mario Bergoglio, now Pope Francis I is such joyful news! This humble man from Argentina has shown great strength in speaking out against the…
NZ Gay Marriage Bill Passes Second Reading
Last night the Marriage (Definition of Marriage) Amendment Bill had its second reading in Parliament and was passed 77 votes to 44. The change from the first reading is very small, that reading saw the Bill pass 80 to 40. …
Exciting Pro-Life Speaking Tour in New Zealand
As part of Family Life International NZ’s commitment to the Auckland Eucharistic Convention, we sponsor at least one pro-life speaker each year. This partnership has turned out to be well worth-while for both FLI and the Eucharistic Convention. This year,…
Marriage could be redefined to include polygamy
Do not believe that the agenda to redefine marriage will stop at including same-sex couples. Those of us who actively oppose throughout the Western World the moves to legalise same-sex "marriage", understand that it is quite a logical conclusion, that…
Questioning the Benefits of Jadelle
Jadelle is a contraceptive implant currently widely promoted, and available free to women in New Zealand, although associated costs such as doctors fees still need to be paid. It is also available to beneficiaries and their daughters over the age…
Dr Death Holds Exit Workshops in NZ
Once again, Dr Philip Nitchzke, from Australia has been in New Zealand holding his "Exit Workshops" in which he gives practical information on how to use accessible items to end one's life. The workshops were held in Auckland and Wellington…
Pope Benedict XVI’s Final Audience
The following text is an English translation of Pope Benedict XVI's final audience, held yesterday February 27th, 2013. "I would like to invite everyone to renew their firm trust in the Lord, to trust like children in the arms of God,…
ACC Claim Mother Sparks Interesting Discussion about Pre-natal Screening
An interesting discussion was sparked on talkback this morning as it was revealed the mother of a 5-year-old girl with Spina Bifida is attempting to claim from ACC. The reason? The mother had had an anatomy scan at 20 weeks and the pointers…
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