MEET THE STAFF
Fr John Adams
Parish Priest
I didn’t for a minute think I would ever be a priest, but I now know this vocation to be a rare adventure and I’m grateful to be living it.
My interests are varied; I enjoy a game of golf, and used to play serious table tennis… My 25yrs in the Cathedral choir has instilled in me a great love for music. My first degree was in Geography and I retain a love of the outdoors and love to relax out in the wilderness when I can. I am also a trained teacher and still feel at home during my limited classroom time. As Vicar for Education I’m still heavily involved and have a strong interest in Catholic Schooling.
St Peter Chanel is my 6th parish after 16yrs of priesthood – and I’m thrilled to be here.
Phone 021 264 8927
Sandra Mabazza
Parish Secretary
I’ve been in Rangiora for 12 years now. Serving and volunteering at the Parish was a wonderful way to settle into a new place. What a blessing it has been to take on the role as Parish Secretary. I consider this to be a ministry of service to others. I have had the opportunity to work with 2 Parish Priests and 6 Assistant Priests. How cool is that!
I am inspired by the support of the Parish Team and the Parishioners. The Parish is growing in number, enthusiasm and leadership. May God continue to work in each of us through the Holy Spirit.
Favourite Bible verse: “Be still and know that I am God” (Psalm 46:10)
Carly Mulqueen
Pastoral Associate
Hi everyone. I am a Pastoral Associate with a focus on evangelisation. It’s my pleasure to run the Alpha course with the support of an amazing team. I’m married to Wayne and we have two gorgeous kids, Ivan and Marni, who go to St Joseph’s School. We moved to the South Island just three years ago and we love being part of this awesome community.
One of my favourite Bible verses is “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” (Matthew 7:7)
Lynda Sale
Pastoral Associate
Hi, I am Lynda! I am originally from Singapore and have been part of this parish for over 8 years.
One of my favourite Bible verses is “No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.” (1 Corinthians 10:13)
Sister Gael Henry, R.N.D.M
Pastoral Associate
I am a Mission Sister, from Aotearoa, New Zealand. Our congregation was started in France by a French person called Euphrasie Barbier. Our charism is based on the Trinity, God sending Jesus, and with the help and guidance of the Holy Spirit we go out into all parts of the world, bringing God’s love to the poor. I have worked in both New Zealand and overseas, mainly as a teacher, in the areas of Religion, Home Economics and English to speakers of other languages.
One of my favourite Bible verses is from the book of Micah, “Yahweh asks of you, to act justly, to love tenderly and to walk humbly with our God.”
Contact: 03 327 3669
Sarah Blair
Parish Youth Worker
Hey I’m Sarah!
I’m married with four children and actually grew up in this wonderful parish.
I enjoy music, photography and getting out into nature and exploring the beautiful mountains we are so blessed to have in this country.
A favourite scripture of mine is from Luke 6:12
“he departed to the mountain to pray”