In Luke’s gospel, chapter 2, we hear that the one thing the righteous Simeon hoped to tick off his list before he finally ‘kicked the bucket’ was to witness the appearance of the Messiah in God’s Temple: the fulfilment of God’s promise to Israel. Continue reading
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Cartoon comment
This CartoonChurch.com cartoon by Dave Walker originally appeared in the Church Times. It is one of his ‘Dave Walker Guide to the Church’ series. To see more, click here.
Seven habits… #2
Followers will know that this blog is following a series of articles by Rev. Bosco Peters on liturgy.co.nz. The latest one, ‘Habit 2 – Be Welcoming,’ is most timely. On 15 February [update: now 22nd], our Welcomers, Readers, Intercessors, & Worship Leaders will attend a workshop to refresh our skills in being welcoming, and in making our readings, prayers and liturgical patterns audible and meaningful to all.
Click on the link to read: Habit 2 – Be welcoming.
Science and spirit
On the marvellous (and advert-free) brainpickings.org site, Maria Popova reviews a book about the spiritual inspiration that drives major, meaningful scientific discovery: From Galileo to Gell-Mann…
Popova’s fascinating—and beautifully illustrated—review is excellent reading. She writes:
“What profound element of the human condition could compel us again and again to seek to transcend our human confines and pierce the mystery of the universe? Continue reading
Seven Habits… #1
A new series of articles by Rev. Bosco Peters on his site liturgy.co.nz is well worth a look. Here is the first article— about our focus on God—and there is much for us to reflect on. Happy reading (and commenting). Click on the link: Seven Habits of Highly Effective Churches 1.
Blog renovations!
Hello and thank you for visiting. This site is currently undergoing renovations to give it a new look and make it easier to use, so some pages are untidy during this transitional period – our apologies. Do have a look around; any comments are welcome.
Yay! Paddy & Tru
Last month, Paddy & Trusella Chrisp visited the parish at our invitation. We had heard of their plans to serve the Lord in West Africa. Rev’d Paddy and Trusella are well known to us since Paddy was temporary Priest in Charge in 2011 prior to the appointment of our present clergy team. Last month Paddy preached and Trusella explained a little about their calling to work in West Africa. God bless them and we wish them well. We hope they will be kept safe from Ebola. We will keep you posted on how they get on with their work for the Lord.
Christmas Eve Children’s Service
The Wise ‘Men’ see a star.
Many local families turned out to see the Nativity play at our popular 5pm Christmas Eve Children’s Service. A similar number (but a rather different demographic) attended Midnight Mass at 11.15pm.
This year’s Nativity Play, written and directed by Liz Dickson, featured not only Wise Men and the Holy Family, but Mediterranean pirates too. Continue reading
NZ Census figures – Should Anglicans be worried?
Anglican Archbishop, Philip Richardson finds no surprises in the latest Census figures on the religious affiliation of New Zealanders; in fact he finds much to encourage his hope for a deeper commitment and more faithful discipleship from church members. Read a brief article on his response here: http://www.anglicannews.org/news/2013/12/nz-archbishop-responds-to-census-figures.aspx
What are your views?
Messy Church – Spring & Advent
A ‘Spring Miracles’ theme at Messy Church in September saw children potting up plants, making crafts and leading a little lamb. Some new families attended and it was a busy and buzzing time.
On 24th November, we sneaked in a slightly early Advent theme, sang Christmas songs, acted out a short play, decorated candle-holders and made Christmas cards.
It is thrilling to see new families coming along.
We enjoy continued support from many parishioners who volunteer to come and help on the day; Continue reading
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