Catholic Diocese of Christchurch

Greymouth 1st Church

A small church was opened in Arney Street, Greymouth on December 10, 1865, but was replaced the following year.

The Irish-based religious order of Christian Brothers specialised in teaching.

Catholic schools struggled with growing numbers of pupils in the

Many Catholic women in the Christchurch Diocese were taught by

A pair of priests from a single family was

The mid-20th Century “baby boom” ignited an explosion in New

Dean Nicolas Binsfeld SM was “an intrepid missionary” and “a

2/9 Washington Way
Sydenham
Christchurch City 8011

90:00 AM – 2.00 PM

Monday to Friday

by appointment only

03 366 9869
archives@cdoc.nz