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Topic: St Martin’s Sunday Worship. To Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81508696154?pwd=cnErZFM5VG5OQVhsZkxYc0dxOHdvUT09
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Passcode: 712158
NOTICES:
A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please join us for morning tea after the service.
Parish AGM TODAY at the end of morning worship. Please let Sue know any apologies. Paper copies of the annual reports and the financial reports are available in the foyer.
Invitation to all ordained Elders (active or retired) and Parish Councillors to discuss our annual statistics, both attendance and financial, in relation to the Parish Life Survey and the future of St Martins. Monday 29th September 1-3pm in the church lounge. Please tell Sue or Anna if you can attend and the papers for discussion will be given to you.
Fireside meeting on Monday 22nd September in the Church lounge from 2pm. This group welcomes women in the congregation and friends, often to hear interesting speakers but sometimes to share a sociable time together which is what is planned this month. You are welcome for all or part of the time. Enquiries Margaret 366 8936.
Wednesday Walkers 24th September: meet 9.30am in the Mona Vale Carparkfor a walk to the Harper Avenue blossoms. Morning tea at Mona Vale Café. All welcome. Sonya 027 253 3397.
Donations: if you would like to support the ministry at St Martins our bank account is: 03-1598-0011867-00. Please include your name as a reference.
ST ALBANS COMMUNITY CHOIR in association with the Christchurch Accordion Orchestra will be presenting “KILTS, CELTS & MORE” at St Paul’s Anglican Church, 3 Harewood Rd, Papanui, at 5pm TODAY 21 September. This choir performance along with guests and soloists has a Celtic theme that we’re sure you will enjoy. As usual, entry is by donation at the door and the performance will be followed by a light supper for those who wish to stay on.
THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS
Monday 10am Tend cuppa & chat (lounge) Emily 022 094 1492
Monday 2pm Fireside (lounge) Margaret 366 8936
Monday 4.15pm Meditation Group (lounge) Dugald 021 161 7007
Monday 5pm MenzShed AGM (lounge)
Tuesday 10.30am South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869
Wednesday 9.30am Walking Group: Spring blossoms Sonya 027 253 3397
Thursday 10am Crafty Crafters (lounge) Sally 332 4730
Thursday 1.30pm Sit & Be Fit (church) Anneke 021 077 4065
Saturday 10am Pathways (lounge) Sue 960 7657
50th Anniversary of Te Wiki o Te Reo M?ori:
Celebrating Te Reo M?ori: A Tribute to Language and Heritage
Message to the Church from Te Aka Puahou
on behalf of the Moderator
Introduction
Uplifting our chiefly language during the week of Te Reo M?ori, these words are drawn from Scripture:
“Your word is a lamp unto my feet, a light unto my path.” (Psalms 119:105)
Honouring Our Ancestors
We acknowledge our elders, who have passed and returned to the womb of Mother Earth. Through the art of capturing memories, we remember and honour what they achieved, pursued, aspired to, believed, argued, and fought for. Today, we express our gratitude and sorrow, as we recall our beloved ancestors of
yesteryears — may they rest in peace. As descendants, we carry their memories forward for future generations of children and grandchildren. Without their legacy, we would not be where we are today.
The Enduring Value of Te Reo M?ori
Te Reo M?ori has a bright future, so hold fast to your convictions and continue its journey. Words of appreciation are extended to the amorangi of Te Aka Puahou and all ministers of the Presbyterian Church throughout Aotearoa, the Land of the Long White Cloud. Te Reo M?ori is a language of history, genealogy, and wisdom that guides us into the future. The Good Word, Te Rongopai, is the language of Scripture that illuminates the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Remembering and Inspiring Future Generations
Our memories look back to the past and ahead to a changing world. Let us not forget those ancestors and elders who shaped the path of Te Reo for us and generations to come. The Good Word draws us closer to God and serves as a storehouse of hope for the future. To all ministers of faith, let us be strong and spread the M?ori language daily and everywhere we share the teachings of Jesus Christ.
In Christ we pray. Amine.