Practices of Compassion

Image credit: Alex Hockley 2024

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. Hear the stories of 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.

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.

Please wear good shoes and dress for the weather. The tour may be cancelled in bad weather.

Location

Pukeahu Education Centre, 191 Tory Street

Regions

Wellington CBD

Wellington

Tags

Walking Tour

Site Tour

Talk

Accessible

Event times

12-1:30pm Wed 22 Oct

Booking requiredKoha

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Cancelled

12-1:30pm Thu 23 Oct

Booking requiredKohaCancelled due to bad weather.

Event hosts

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: 04 595 5803

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