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

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea following the service.

We give thanks for the life of Beverley O’Brien and pray for her family and friends as they mourn. Rest eternal grant unto her, O Lord.

Dan is away from the Office this Tuesday 10^th September.

AGM will be on the 29^th September – after church and before morning tea!

Next Seniors Service – 25^th September at 2pm.

Wednesday Walkers 11^th September: meet 9.30am at the Bus Exchange for a walk to the Gardens – entry by Curator’s House. Coffee at Quad Eatery (formerly Bunsen) at the Arts Centre. Sue 960 7657.

Christ Church Cathedral – Past, Present and Future??? The Fireside group invites the congregation to join us and our speaker, Chris Oldham, the Cathedral Administrator, who will talk to us about ALL that is happening or NOT happening to the Cathedral in the Square. We will hear all the latest Ins and Outs and Chris is very happy to answer all your questions.  This will be the Inside story not what you will read or hear in the media.  Chris has a powerpoint to show. Come and join the Fireside and Men’s Groups on Monday 9 September at 2pm in the Church.  Everyone is welcome. To help with the afternoon tea please let Margaret know if you would like to join us:  shanksfamily@xtra.co.nz

Articles are being sought now for the Spring ‘Messenger’ – please email any contributions to Sally & Charlotte (hooty@xtra.co.nz) by 22 September. Thank you.

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.

MOVIE NIGHT Saturday 28^th September from 5.15pm: A Bette Davis Classic – ‘Now, Voyager’ – A tender love story, a taut psychological drama, an inspiring tale of physical and spiritual transformation. Now, Voyager is all three, as well as a Bette Davis career milestone, resulting in her sixth Best Actress Oscar nomination. She magically plays Charlotte Vale, a spinster who defies her domineering mother (fellow Oscar nominee Gladys Cooper) to discover love, heartbreak and eventual contentment. More magic is generated by a top notch ensemble, Max Steiner’s Academy Award winning score. Comes highly rated by one of our Craft group ladies! Irene.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                    

Monday 2pm                  Fireside & Men’s Group (church) Margaret 366 8936

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

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

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Gardens Sue 960 7657

Wednesday 7-9pm       Cantabile Choir (lounge) Rose 027 254 0586

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Sally 332 4730

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

St Mark’s Church Fair 101 Opawa Rd Saturday 14^th September 8.30am-12noon. EFTPOS available. Wet or fine. Bargains galore!

Waltham Community Cottage Seed Swap & Market Day Wednesday 25^th September 10am-2pm (weather permitting)

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

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea following the service.

We remember with thanksgiving the life of Pauline Catherine McSkimming, a former parishioner, who died on 19^th August. Rest eternal grant unto her, O Lord.

AGM will be on the 29^th September – after church and before morning tea!

Next Seniors Service – 25^th September at 2pm.

ANNUAL REPORTS are now due – if you convene a parish group, please submit an annual report to the Parish Office by 30^th August. Thank you.

Wednesday Walkers 4^th September: meet 9.30am in the Beckenham Library carpark.  Coffee at Vily’s Cafe.  All welcome.  Marilyn 027 363 1642.

Door duty & morning tea: Allison is looking at the rosters and if anyone would like their name taken off or put on to please let her know. 332 0554.

Christ Church Cathedral – Past, Present and Future??? The Fireside group invites the congregation to join us and our speaker, Chris Oldham, the Cathedral Administrator, who will talk to us about ALL that is happening or NOT happening to the Cathedral in the Square. We will hear all the latest Ins and Outs and Chris is very happy to answer all your questions.  This will be the Inside story not what you will read or hear in the media.  Chris has a powerpoint to show. Come and join the Fireside and Men’s Groups on Monday 9 September at 2pm in the Church.  Everyone is welcome. To help with the afternoon tea please let Margaret know if you would like to join us:  shanksfamily@xtra.co.nz

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                    

Monday 1-4pm              Foot Clinic (lounge) Janette 021 075 6780

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

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

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Beckenham Marilyn 027 363 1642

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

Wednesday 7-9pm       Cantabile Choir (lounge) Rose 027 254 0586

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Sally 332 4730

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

From the August Meeting of the Parish Council:

·         St Martins Presbyterian AGM will be on Sunday 29^th September – directly after the Service.

·         Solar Panels – these will be installed in the Spring – after the roof has been painted.

·         Finances – these were considered and whilst things look ‘healthy’ at the moment, we do need to look towards the future. Many folk do not carry cash these days and if you do not contribute by direct credit, but would like to, please see Catherine regarding the church’s bank number.

·         September 22^nd – as it is his last ‘official’ day before he retires and as it is his birthday, Hugh Perry will take the service – followed by a special morning tea.

·         Dan has been able to visit several groups that meet, as well as visit several parishioners. Dan will be in the office most mornings Tuesday through to Friday. Please talk to him if you are aware of any members that needs a visit – or even if you are needing time to chat. He has been very appreciative of the support of everyone and also Anna in the office.

·         Menzshed – they have over 90 members registered as members at St Martins.

St Mark’s Church Fair 101 Opawa Rd Saturday 14^th September 8.30am-12noon. EFTPOS available. Wet or fine. Bargains galore!

Waltham Community Cottage Seed Swap & Market Day Wednesday 25^th September 10am-2pm (weather permitting)

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

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea following the service.

Royal Commission Abuse in Care Report: The Presbyterian Church has a policy of zero tolerance of abuse by representatives of the Church. Anyone who has experienced abuse involving the church is advised to see the complaints page on the website (www.presbyterian.org.nz). There are also people you can talk to – see poster in foyer for contact details.

AGM will be on the 29^th September – after church and before morning tea!

Next Seniors Service – 25^th September at 2pm.

ANNUAL REPORTS are now due – if you convene a parish group, please submit an annual report to the Parish Office by 30^th August. Thank you.

Wednesday Walkers 28^th August: meet 9.30am near corner of Cashmere & Hoon Hay Rds.  Coffee at Cracroft Cafe. Gerard 021 051 3535 or Thea 027 351 5679

Door duty & morning tea: Allison is looking at the rosters and if anyone would like their name taken off or put on to please let her know. 332 0554.

Movie Night: Saturday 31^st August 5.15pm: ‘High Society’ The rich are generally different. But in matters of the heart, they’re just as scatterbrained as the rest of us. Heiress Tracy Lord (Grace Kelly) is engaged to one man (John Lund), attracted top another (Frank Sinatra) and, just maybe, in love again with her ex-husband (Bing Crosby). Based on Philip Barry’s play The Philadelphia Story featuring the delightful music of Cole Porter e.g. ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire’; ‘True Love’; ‘Well, Did You Evah?’; and Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong jiving with ‘Now You Has Jazz’!

BYO takeaway tea. Hot drinks provided. See Irene for more details.

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: Cracroft Gerard 021 051 3535

Wednesday 7-9pm       Cantabile Choir (lounge) Rose 027 254 0586

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Sally 332 4730

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

Saturday 5.15pm           Movie Night (lounge) Irene 332 7306

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

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea following the service.

Dan will be in the Office Tuesday – Friday between 9am & 1pm and is available at any time for pastoral needs. Monday is his day off.

Royal Commission Abuse in Care Report: The Presbyterian Church has a policy of zero tolerance of abuse by representatives of the Church. Anyone who has experienced abuse involving the church is advised to see the complaints page on the website (www.presbyterian.org.nz). There are also people you can talk to – see poster in foyer for contact details.

ANNUAL REPORTS are now due – if you convene a parish group, please submit an annual report to the Parish Office by 30^th August. Thank you.

Wednesday Walkers 21^st August: meet 9.30am at the Garden Hotel, 110 Marshlands Rd. We will walk around the area west of there and return to the hotel café for coffee. Barbara & Alan 021 142 7668 or 021 126 3801.

Door duty & morning tea: Allison is looking at the rosters and if anyone would like their name taken off or put on to please let her know. 332 0554.

Movie Night: Saturday 31^st August 5.15pm: ‘High Society’ The rich are generally different. But in matters of the heart, they’re just as scatterbrained as the rest of us. Heiress Tracy Lord (Grace Kelly) is engaged to one man (John Lund), attracted top another (Frank Sinatra) and, just maybe, in love again with her ex-husband (Bing Crosby). Based on Philip Barry’s play The Philadelphia Story featuring the delightful music of Cole Porter e.g. ‘Who Wants to be a Millionaire’; ‘True Love’; ‘Well, Did You Evah?’; and Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong jiving with ‘Now You Has Jazz’!

Anna is not in the Office this Friday 23^rd August. Please send through any notices by Thursday 10am.

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: Marshlands Barbara 021 142 7668

Wednesday 7-9pm       Cantabile Choir (lounge) Rose 027 254 0586

Wednesday 7.30pm      Parish Council meeting (office)

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Sally 332 4730

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

Sister Eveleen Retreat House is a contemplative retreat house in which many seek to experience God’s sacred presence, find rest and replenishment, listen to their own heart and God’s leading in their lives.
Sister Eveleen  is owned by the Anglican Church, runs ecumenically and welcomes guests from all walks of life.
The spiritual ministry at Sister Eveleen Retreat House is rooted in western Christian contemplative spirituality.
Nestled amongst native trees and beach flora on Scarborough Hill in Sumner, Christchurch, the retreat house overlooks Pegasus Bay in a stunning natural environment, with a range of coastal and beach walkways.
Going on a retreat is deeply rooted in our Christian tradition, offering a sacred opportunity to step away from the busyness of life and draw closer to God. Throughout history, Christians have sought times of solitude and reflection to deepen their faith, following in the footsteps of Jesus, who often withdrew to quiet places to pray. A retreat allows you to embrace this rich tradition, providing space to rest, reflect, and reconnect with the source of your strength. In this time apart, you can hear God’s voice more clearly, gain fresh perspective, and return home refreshed and renewed.

We invite you warmly to join us in our regular prayer times, our guided retreats, get in touch for a personal retreat day or book in an overnight retreat. We very much look forward to welcoming you.

A Day of Retreat @Sister Ev – every last Thursday in the month with different themes 9:30am – 2:30pm – These day retreats are a special treat for yourself, designed for those busy people among us. They are manageable in between school runs and before life might get hectic again at home.  

These are our upcoming weekend retreats with limited spaces left: 

The Perfect Joy of Saint Francis – facilitator: Marion Fairbrass TSSF

Date: Fri 6 – Sun 8 September 2024

Harts Ablaze – Praying with the Psalms – facilitators: Colin and Carol Renouf, 
Date Fri 13 – Sun 15 September 

A Greening Heart – A weekend with Hildegard of Bingen- “The mystery of God hugs you in its all-encompassing arms.” St. Hildegard of Bingen – facilitator: Elinor Galbraith, Date Fri 20 – Sun 22 September 

Antje Duda  // Director
6 Whitewash Head Road, Scarborough, Christchurch, 8081 // 022 563 6879

www.sistereretreat.com – Our Annual Programme – facebook – Instagram

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

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today. Please stay for morning tea following the service.

Dan will be in the Office Tuesday – Friday between 9am & 1pm and is available at any time for pastoral needs. Monday is his day off.

We give thanks for the life of Jenny Brettell, who died on 4^th August, aged 83. We pray for her family and friends as they mourn. Rest eternal grant unto her, O Lord, and light perpetual shine upon her.

Royal Commission Abuse in Care Report: The Presbyterian Church has a policy of zero tolerance of abuse by representatives of the Church. Anyone who has experienced abuse involving the church is advised to see the complaints page on the website (www.presbyterian.org.nz). There are also people you can talk to – see poster in foyer for contact details.

ANNUAL REPORTS are now due – if you convene a parish group, please submit an annual report to the Parish Office by 30^th August. Thank you.

Wednesday Walkers 14^th August: meet 9.30am at Gerard’s place in Brookland Place, off Cashmere Rd for a walk and coffee at Gerard’s.  All welcome Gerard & Thea 339 6242.

Fireside: Monday 12th August we invite women of congregation and their friends to get together in the church lounge for a midyear catch up. (No speaker this month.)  Fireside is the women’s group and welcomes you to join us whether you come occasionally or regularly, and whether you come for all or part of the time.  We start at 2pm and later on share afternoon tea.  Enquiries: Margaret phone 366 8936

Door duty & morning tea: Allison is looking at the rosters and if anyone would like their name taken off or put on to please let her know. 332 0554.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                    

Monday 2pm                  Fireside (lounge) Margaret 366 8936

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

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

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Cashmere Gerard 339 6242

Wednesday 7-9pm       Cantabile Choir (lounge) Rose 027 254 0586

Thursday 10am             Crafty Crafters (lounge) Sally 332 4730

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