Are Christians a majority in New Zealand? It’s an interesting question to ponder. If you look at the last census figures then the answer is yes; 57% of New Zealanders identify with one Christian denomination or another. That’s quite a few people when you stop to think about; close to two and half thousand people here in this community alone. But, of course, it also raises some questions. Like, what is to be to a Christian? Is a tick in a box all that it takes? And, why on Sundays is attendance so much lower? Read more

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There are few verses of scripture better known than those heard in today’s Gospel. In response to Thomas’ question, Jesus says, ‘I am the way; I am the truth; I am life.’ They’re words we hear quoted often, too often perhaps; but I have to say I find most interpretations of these words less than satisfactory. Read more

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On Sunday April 13 we celebrated Harvest Festival. Home made jams, vegetables and a variety of fruit from local gardens, a couple of red cod caught in the harbour the night before, and seedtrays planted out by our young people, filled the foyer of the church, and added to the festive atmosphere. Harvest is a time to give thanks to God for the gifts of the earth and for us to consider ways to share our bounty with others. The money raised from this year’s service will go to mission projects we support overseas.

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Please turn to your Prayer Books again, to the beginning of our Prayer Book Eucharistic liturgy on p 404. You’ll see there an innocuous-looking heading, ‘The Gathering of the Community’ referring to the first 5 pages.  Well, what community? And how does it gather? And around what? Read more