The Nathaniel Centre

We seek to bring the light of the Gospel and the moral tradition of the Catholic Church to issues in bioethics. The key functions of The Nathaniel Centre are: Offering educational opportunities in bioethics for different groups Acting as an advisory and resource centre in bioethics for individuals, and for educational and community groups Promoting the study and practical resolution of ethical, social and legal issues arising out of medical and scientific research and practice Publishing articles and information on topics in bioethics Carrying out research and taking action to support the Church's pastoral response to bioethical issues in the community, taking into account the needs of different cultures and groups in society. The Nathaniel Centre is located in the Mercy Centre, Thorndon, Wellington, New Zealand. It provides assistance within New Zealand, and on request, to the Catholic dioceses of Oceania. In January 2012 the Centre was formally affiliated with the newly formed Catholic tertiary institution - the Catholic Institute of Aotearoa New Zealand (TCI). Our Name