NOTICES:

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us this morning. We thank Rev Chris Elliot for leading our service today. Rev Alan Webster will be joining us next Sunday.

• If you remain uncomfortable about being in church where masks are no longer required, use @church via Zoom until you feel confident enough to be in church with or without a mask.
• If you’re unwell please stay at home, and use @ Church via Zoom.

Here’s our Zoom link –

Topic: St Martin’s Sunday Worship. To Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81508696154?pwd=cnErZFM5VG5OQVhsZkxYc0dxOHdvUT09

Meeting ID: 815 0869 6154
Passcode: 712158

Wednesday Walkers 10^th May: Meet 9.30am in Charlesworth Street near Reserve entrance. Coffee at Columbus Café at Mitre10. In the ‘unlikely’ event of inclement weather, we will meet at Vily’s Café in South Library at 10am! Judith 027 688 1861. 

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HYMN? Last chance to let us know your favourite hymn for the service on 21st May – deadline is THIS Friday 12^th May. Contact Bill or Irene:

williamgirvine36@gmail.com or irenegray@xtra.co.nz

INVITATION TO ALL THE ST MARTINS CONGREGATION:

On Monday 8th May we have in interesting speaker coming to our church. Jane Simpson has written a liturgy that is now in use in Anglican churches:  “The Farewelling of a Home”.

This can be applied to other situations than a house, for example for leaving a church or church building, a community, or a past home left suddenly which is still a cause of the grief that many have felt after earthquakes or floods.  It is a situation many of us have faced or are likely to in future. Apparently the Anglican bishop of Christchurch was so impressed that he sent copies to his fellow bishops in NZ.   If you would like to know more about the liturgy or Jane there is information on websites.

The Fireside group would like to invite anyone of the congregation and friends [men as well as women] to join us on this occasion. 

As Jane has costs please, if you can, make a donation, gold coin or maybe more.  Also she will bring copies of the liturgy in case people like to buy a copy. If anyone does they would need to have cash. 

The meeting is planned for 1.30pm on Monday 8th May in the church lounge, with afternoon tea to follow the talk.  

For enquiries phone 366 8936 Margaret Shanks

SAVE THE DATE: Our next movie night is on Saturday 27^th May. We will be screening the Gilbert & Sullivan light opera “HMS Pinafore” – details next week.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                              

Monday 1.30pm            Fireside meeting (lounge) Margaret 366 8939

Tuesday 10am              South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7.15pm           Meditation Group (lounge) Dugald 021 161 7007

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Charlesworth Reserve Judith 027 688 1861

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Thursday 1.30pm          Sit & Be Fit(church) Anneke 021 077 4065

Friday 9.30am               Sing & Sign (lounge) Becky 022 086 2211

NOTICES:

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us this morning. We thank David Beaumont, Hilary Moore, Margaret Holloway & Audrey Dunnachie for leading our service today. Rev Chris Elliot will be joining us next Sunday.

• If you remain uncomfortable about being in church where masks are no longer required, use @church via Zoom until you feel confident enough to be in church with or without a mask.
• If you’re unwell please stay at home, and use @ Church via Zoom.

Here’s our Zoom link –

Topic: St Martin’s Sunday Worship. To Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81508696154?pwd=cnErZFM5VG5OQVhsZkxYc0dxOHdvUT09

Meeting ID: 815 0869 6154
Passcode: 712158

Wednesday Walkers 3^rd May: Meet 9.30am in Westfield Carpark outside Columbus Coffee.The Orbiter stops there. There is a plan for wet or fine.  Sue 960 7657.

A huge thank you from Waltham Cottage to everyone who so generously donated Easter eggs.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HYMN?

On 21st May we are going to have a service where we will include all (or as many as possible) your favourite hymns. Chat to or email Irene or Bill to let them know – and maybe include the reason it has become such a favourite one.

Don’t delay – Bill has only so many hours in the day to do his music practice!

Bill Irvine – williamgirvine36@gmail.com

Irene Gray – irenegray@xtra.co.nz

Official Opening of St Margaret’s Bishopdale: Saturday 6^th May. Service at 11am and community event 2-4pm, 94 Farrington Ave. All are welcome.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                              

Monday 1.30pm            Hillsborough-Heathcote WI (lounge)Jennifer 332 3314

Tuesday 10am              South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7.15pm           Meditation Group (lounge) Dugald 021 161 7007

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Riccarton Sue 960 7657

Wednesday 9.30am      Port Hills U3A (whole complex) Joy 337 2393

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Thursday 1.30pm          Sit & Be Fit(church) Anneke 021 077 4065

Friday 9.30am               Sing & Sign (lounge) Becky 022 086 2211

NOTICES:

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us this morning. We thank the Rev Alan Webster for leading today’s service. David Beaumont and friends will be leading worship next Sunday.

• If you remain uncomfortable about being in church where masks are no longer required, use @church via Zoom until you feel confident enough to be in church with or without a mask.
• If you’re unwell please stay at home, and use @ Church via Zoom.

Here’s our Zoom link –

Topic: St Martin’s Sunday Worship. To Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81508696154?pwd=cnErZFM5VG5OQVhsZkxYc0dxOHdvUT09

Meeting ID: 815 0869 6154
Passcode: 712158

Wednesday Walkers 26^th April: Meet 9.30am near Woodham Park. Coffee at Under the Red Verandah. All welcome. Sonya 027 253 3397.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HYMN?

On 21st May we are going to have a service where we will include all (or as many as possible) your favourite hymns. Chat to or email Irene or Bill to let them know – and maybe include the reason it has become such a favourite one.

Don’t delay – Bill has only so many hours in the day to do his music practice!

Bill Irvine – williamgirvine36@gmail.com

Irene Gray – irenegray@xtra.co.nz

Movie night “Brassed Off” Saturday 29^th April 5.15pm

 “Funny, moving and heart warming” – for Danny it is music that embodies the spirit of the mining community in which he lives. But as the closure of the mines looms large on the horizon, not all the members of the Colliery Brass Band can share his passion. However, attitudes change with the arrival of the gorgeous Gloria and a new wave of enthusiasm sweeps through the band. Gloria’s former classmate Andy is particularly smitten as the band embarks on the battle for the National Championships.

Conflicts soon begin to surface between friends, family, colleagues and lovers. Yet a defiant spirit is re-awoken in the band, leading them on a triumphant journey that will tell their story to the nation.

BYO takeaway tea, hot drinks provided. See Irene for more information.

The Parish Council met recently with the meeting being chaired by our Interim Moderator, Reverend Dan Yeazel. The following points were discussed:-

·         The web page is being reviewed and redeveloped – thanks to Benjamin. Progress, so far, was viewed. Members are reminded that photos and reports and news needs to be checked and updated regularly. Sermons and/or a précis of the morning’s service will be available on the web page from May 2023.

·         The Facebook page is still showing, despite this having been closed two months ago!

·         Zoom – music can now be heard by those who zoom in for the service. Colin is thanked for the exceptional work he has done on fixing some of the technical workings.

·         A new computer has been purchased for the express use of the technical team. This means that the office computer remains solely for Anna to use in the office and Sonya can leave her computer at home for however she wants to use her computer. Special thanks to Sonya for arranging the purchase of the new computer and to Warren for researching it.

·         Menzshed – preparation for the extension is to begin this coming week.

·         ECO Church – part of A Rocha Aotearoa – we are looking at the pros and cons and Warren will provide a presentation to the congregation in a month’s time.

·         MSB – although advertising is underway, Ministers to take services may need to found

Our Interim Moderator is heading away to the United States. His Father died just a year ago and on the occasion of what would have been his parents 70^th wedding anniversary, Dan, along with his brothers and sisters will join in a special time to celebrate the lives of their parents and release the ashes of them. Our prayers of safe travel and return go with them.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                              

Tuesday 10am              NO South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7.15pm           Meditation Group (lounge) Dugald 021 161 7007

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Woodham Park Sonya 027 253 3397

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Thursday 1.30pm          Sit & Be Fit(church) Anneke 021 077 4065

Friday 9.30am               Sing & Sign (lounge) Becky 022 086 2211

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us this morning. We thank the Rev Stephen Dewdney for leading today’s service. Rev Alan Webster will be with us next Sunday.

• If you remain uncomfortable about being in church where masks are no longer required, use @church via Zoom until you feel confident enough to be in church with or without a mask.
• If you’re unwell please stay at home, and use @ Church via Zoom.

Here’s our Zoom link –

Topic: St Martin’s Sunday Worship. To Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81508696154?pwd=cnErZFM5VG5OQVhsZkxYc0dxOHdvUT09

Meeting ID: 815 0869 6154
Passcode: 712158

Wednesday Walkers 19^th April: Meet 9.30am for a walk around Charlesworth Reserve. Coffee at Columbus Café, Mitre 10 Ferrymead. All welcome. Judith 027 6881861.

Anna will not be in the Office this Thursday 20^th April.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE HYMN?

On 21st May we are going to have a service where we will include all (or as many as possible) your favourite hymns. Chat to or email Irene or Bill to let them know – and maybe include the reason it has become such a favourite one.

Don’t delay – Bill has only so many hours in the day to do his music practice!

Bill Irvine – williamgirvine36@gmail.com

Irene Gray – irenegray@xtra.co.nz

Movie night “Brassed Off” Saturday 29^th April 5.15pm

 “Funny, moving and heart warming” – for Danny it is music that embodies the spirit of the mining community in which he lives. But as the closure of the mines looms large on the horizon, not all the members of the Colliery Brass Band can share his passion. However, attitudes change with the arrival of the gorgeous Gloria and a new wave of enthusiasm sweeps through the band. Gloria’s former classmate Andy is particularly smitten as the band embarks on the battle for the National Championships.

Conflicts soon begin to surface between friends, family, colleagues and lovers. Yet a defiant spirit is re-awoken in the band, leading them on a triumphant journey that will tell their story to the nation.

BYO takeaway tea, hot drinks provided. See Irene for more information.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                              

Monday 9.30am            Pastoral Care meeting (lounge) Irene 332 7306

Tuesday 10am              South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7.15pm           Meditation Group (lounge) Dugald 021 161 7007

Wednesday 9.30am      Walk: Charlesworth Reserve Judith 027 688 1861

Wednesday 7.30pm      Parish Council meeting (lounge)

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters’ bus trip Jeannette 332 9869

Thursday 1.30pm          Sit & Be Fit(church) Anneke 021 077 4065

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us this morning. We thank the Rev Sandra Wright-Taylor for leading today’s service. Rev Stephen Dewdney will be with us next Sunday.

• If you remain uncomfortable about being in church where masks are no longer required, use @church via Zoom until you feel confident enough to be in church with or without a mask.
• If you’re unwell please stay at home, and use @ Church via Zoom.

Here’s our Zoom link –

Topic: St Martin’s Sunday Worship. To Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81508696154?pwd=cnErZFM5VG5OQVhsZkxYc0dxOHdvUT09

Meeting ID: 815 0869 6154
Passcode: 712158

HOLY WEEK & EASTER SERVICES

Maundy Thursday 6 Apr        7.30pm at St Mark’s Opawa

Good Friday 7 Apr                  9.30am

Easter Sunday 9 Apr              10am Communion followed by Hot Cross Buns

Wednesday Walkers 12^th April: Meet 9.30am at bus stop by St Martins Library to catch the Huntsbury bus scheduled to leave at 9.44am. We will bus to the terminus and then walk down the hill to catch the Orbiter near Major Aitken Drive/Centaurus Road, arriving back to starting point for coffee at the cafe at St Martins New World. All Welcome. Joan Macdonald 022 081 4088

Movie night “Brassed Off” Saturday 29^th April 5.15pm

 “Funny, moving and heart warming” – for Danny it is music that embodies the spirit of the mining community in which he lives. But as the closure of the mines looms large on the horizon, not all the members of the Colliery Brass Band can share his passion. However, attitudes change with the arrival of the gorgeous Gloria and a new wave of enthusiasm sweeps through the band. Gloria’s former classmate Andy is particularly smitten as the band embarks on the battle for the National Championships. Conflicts soon begin to surface between friends, family, colleagues and lovers. Yet a defiant spirit is re-awoken in the band, leading them on a triumphant journey that will tell their story to the nation.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                              

Tuesday 10am              South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7.15pm           Meditation Group (lounge) Dugald 021 161 7007

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Huntsbury Joan 022 081 4088

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Thursday 1.30pm          Sit & Be Fit(church) Anneke 021 077 4065

Saturday 12noon          MenzShed BBQ (lounge)