Practices of Compassion

Pukeahu Education Centre. Image courtesy of Manatū Taonga, photograph by Andy Spain

Explore the practices of the Sisters of Compassion then and now, through the lens of the historic crèche and the ongoing mahi of the Compassion Soup Kitchen.

Learn about the historic crèche established by Meri Hōhepa Suzanne Aubert and the Daughters of Our Lady of Compassion, now known as the Pukeahu Education Centre. Explore the practices of compassion led by the Sisters in early 20th century Wellington. Then, walk over to the Compassion Soup Kitchen on Tory Street where the Sisters of Compassion and their co-workers are still supporting people with kai, aroha and much more.

This programme offers a unique look at the past and present practices of compassion emanating from these two influential and historic Wellington sites. Please bring along a cash koha for the Compassion Soup Kitchen.

Session times: Tuesday 29 October 12pm — 1:30pm Wednesday 30 October 12pm — 1:30pm

Health & Safety

Limited spaces available. The Compassion Soup Kitchen is a two-minute walk from the Pukeahu Education Centre. Please wear good shoes and dress for the weather.

Location

Pukeahu Education Centre, 191 Tory Street, Wellington

Regions

Wellington CBD

Tags

Walking Tour

Site Tour

Talk

Accessible

Event times

12-1:30pm Tue 29 Oct

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12-1:30pm Wed 30 Oct

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Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage

Pukeahu National War Memorial Park is the national place for New Zealanders to remember and reflect on this country’s experience of war, military conflict and peacekeeping, and how that experience shapes our ideals and sense of national identity. Created in 2015 to enhance the setting for the National War Memorial, the park is a public gathering space for ceremonial occasions. The park is also a place for memorials from countries with which New Zealand has a shared military heritage. Pukeahu is cared for by Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage.

Email: pukeahu@mch.govt.nz

Phone: 04 499 4229

Website: https://www.mch.govt.nz/our-work/memorials-and-commemorations/pukeahu-national-war-memorial-park

Sisters of Compassion

The Sisters of Compassion, also known as the Daughters of Our Lady of Compassion, was founded by Suzanne Aubert at Jerusalem – Hiruhārama on the Whanganui River in 1892. The Sisters of Compassion offer compassionate care to our community by providing meals, basic needs, and support to the elderly, as well as individuals and families. Our mission is to bring dignity to the lives of the elderly, powerless, and those in need.

Email: islandbay@compassion.org.nz

Phone: 04 383 7769

Website: https://compassion.org.nz/about-us/