DIOCESE OF AUCKLAND.

New Zealand Tablet, Volume XXVII, Issue 6, 9 February 1899, Page 4

DIOCESE OF AUCKLAND.

(By telegraph from our own correspondent.) February 6, 1899. His Lordship the Bishop returned via the West Coast last week from Wellington, accompanied by the Rev. Father Gillan. This alteration was rendered necessary through the approaching end of the Rev. Father Luck, who was most anxious for the Bishop's presence. Very Rev. Father Moore's week's mission at the Cathedral concluded last Sunday night. Throughout the week, though the attendance was not numerous, the sermons were particularly interesting, instructive, and of a high order. Advice was given which should prove of lasting benefit. Father Moore left for Melbourne via the South on Monday. The Very Rev. Father Dawson, who left by the Westralia on Monday for Sydney, purposes to sojourn for his health at the Blue Mountains. The Cathedral Altar boys held their annual picnic at Howick on Monday. Rev. Father Croke accompanied the boys. A most enjoyable day was spent. During the day a presentation was made to the late Master 1 1 Ceremonies at the Cathedral. The St. Patrick's Day celebration Committee are earnestly working to ensure success. Everything points in that direction. Hearty responses are being made towards the Bishop's presentation. Monsignor McDonald is working assiduously to ensure its success. The Guard of Honor Confraternity connected with the Cathedral held their annual picnic at Northcote on Wednesday. Rev. Fathers Croke and Buckley attended. Great credit was due to the committee, consisting of Messrs. Gough (two), Twohey, and Lorrigan. All enjoyed themselves thoroughly.