On the Feast of the Assumption, St Mary of the Angels in Wellington was officially dedicated as Aotearoa New Zealand’s National Shrine to Mary, Mother of God, Assumed into Heaven. The celebration marked the return of the specially commissioned artwork Ko Hāta Maria by Damien Walker, following its year-long hīkoi across the country.

Vatican News has featured Damien Walker and the Studio of Saint Philomena for their role in New Zealand’s national rededication to Mary. Learn how sacred art continues to make an impact on the global stage.