The parish covers the area of Nelson and Stoke under the patronage of the Holy Family: Joseph, Mary and Jesus. The family with the youth as the domestic church is the locus of our ministry to build a community committed to Christ.
Amalgamation
NAME SUBMISSIONS:
Friday 17 October - Sunday 2 November
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The naming process is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on who we are, where we have come from, and who we are becoming as one community.
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This synodal process - one that invites every voice to be heard and valued - reflects the heart of how we are called to journey together as the people of God.
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It is important to note that we are choosing a name for our new parish, not the new church building. The parish is the community of faithful who will worship across the seven churches in the Nelson-Tasman region.
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We encourage you to consider names that reflect our spirituality, mission, history, and traditions. When you submit your suggestion, please also share why you've chosen this name and your vision for what it represents for our community.
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Sacramental Programme 2025
Sacrament of Confirmation
will be celebrated
at the 10.30am Mass,
24 August 2025.
Baptism Registration
If you wish for your child to be baptised, please click on the link below and complete the form and submit.
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You will be contact via the Parish Office to arrange for Baptism Preparation.
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REGULAR MASS SCHEDULE
Tuesday & Thursday:
​12.05PM - St Mary's Church, Nelson
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Wednesday & Friday:
9.30AM - St Francis of Assisi Church, Stoke
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Vigil Mass, Saturday:
6.00PM - St Mary's Church, Nelson
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Sunday:
8.30AM - St Francis of Assisi Church, Stoke
10.30AM - St Mary's Church, Nelson
