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

NOTICES:

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today, and many thanks to Rev Hugh Perry for leading our service. Please join us for morning tea.

We give thanks for the life of Jim McFie who died on 3^rd September, and we pray for Margaret and the family as they mourn. Rest eternal grant unto him, O Lord, and let light perpetual shine upon him. His funeral will be in the church on Wednesday at 10am.

Anna will not be in the Office on Friday 12^th September.

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.

Wednesday Walkers 10 September: meet 9.30am in Domain Terrace near The Waiting Room Caféwhere we will have Coffee, weather permitting after a walk around the area. All welcome.  Sonya 027 253 3397.

Men’s Group will meet at 6pm for a shared meal on Thursday 11th September. The MenzShed have also been invited. Don Jellyman will talk on the fascinating life of eels. Rob 384 4320.

The Parish AGM is on 21^st September following morning worship. Please let Sue know any items of general business, and apologies. Paper copies of the annual reports and the financial reports will be available next Sunday.

The latest ‘Messenger’ is now available – please take your named copy from the foyer. Many thanks to Sally & Charlotte for the work they do to make this happen.

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.

NEXT MOVIE AFTERNOON: On Saturday 20th September at 2pm in the lounge we will be showing “Born Free”, the true story of Joy Adamson and her husband, George trying to raise Elsa, a lion cub and then their attempt to return Elsa to the wild. Look forward to seeing you and reminiscing. See Sue for further information.

St Mark’s Church Fair Saturday 13^th September 8.30am-12 noon. Donations of good quality second hand items also gratefully received. Talk to Anna for more information.

Cottage Crafters Circle Tuesdays 10am-12pm Waltham Community Cottage 201 Hastings St East. Bring your own project or join one of ours. All welcome. Phone 942 2173 for more information.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                    

Monday 10am               Tend cuppa & chat (lounge) Emily 022 094 1492

Monday 4.15pm           Meditation Group (lounge) Dugald 021 161 7007

Tuesday 10.30am         South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7-9pm             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Spreydon Sonya 027 253 3397

Wednesday 1pm           Brain Fit class (lounge) Ina 027 363 0763

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

Friday 11.15am             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

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

NOTICES:

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

Invitation to Elders 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.

Wednesday Walkers 3 September: meet 9.30am at the Bus Exchange for a wander down to the daffodils at Hagley Park. Coffee at Atawhai Café, Rolleston Avenue.  All welcome. Sonya 027 253 3397.

Men’s Group will meet at 6pm for a shared meal on Thursday 11th September. The MenzShed have also been invited. Don Jellyman will talk on the life of eels and their incredible sea journey. Rob 384 4320.

The Parish AGM is on 21^st September following morning worship. Please let Sue know any items of general business, and apologies.

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 Mark’s Church Fair Saturday 13^th September 8.30am-12 noon. Donations of good quality second hand items also gratefully received. Talk to Anna for more information.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                    

Monday 10am               Tend cuppa & chat (lounge) Emily 022 094 1492

Monday 4.15pm           Meditation Group (church) Dugald 021 161 7007

Tuesday 10.30am         South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7-9pm             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

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

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

Wednesday 1pm           Brain Fit class (lounge) Ina 027 363 0763

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

Friday 11.15am             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

Friday 12.30-8pm          Private function (lounge)

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

NOTICES:

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today, and especially to Malcolm Sproull from Christian World Service. Please join us for morning tea following the service.

Wednesday Walkers 27 August: meet 9.30am near Barrington Mall carpark in Simeon St. Coffee at Mosaic. All welcome. Janette 021 075 6780.

Anna will not be in the Office this Friday 29^th August.

The AGM is on 21^st September. Thank you to all those who submitted reports.

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.

FROM AUGUST PARISH COUNCIL MEETING:

• The combined service with Cashmere & Hoon Hay scheduled for 31^st August is no longer happening.
• Operating budget for 2025-26 was approved to go to Annual Meeting.
• Annual Parish statistics have been submitted.
• Two incident reports had been received. No serious injuries.
• Enquiries being made for suitable person to conduct three monthly property inspections at the Manse. Lichen is to be removed from the roof.
• The broken toilet door is to be repaired as soon as possible.
• A new security light has been installed along the back path.
• We are investigating the feasibility of installing a timer on the church heating.
• The trestles in lounge are now secured with a bungee cord.
• An extra meeting will be held in September to discuss the survey of parish life. Elders will also be invited to attend.
• The pastoral care team is working hard to make sure people don’t slip through the cracks. Condolences sent to Tait, Simmonds & Kissell families.
• Warren was thanked for his input to last Sunday’s worship.

St Mark’s Church Fair Saturday 13^th September 8.30am-12 noon. Donations of good quality second hand items also gratefully received. Talk to Anna for more information.

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                    

Monday 10am               Tend cuppa & chat (lounge) Emily 022 094 1492

Monday 4.15pm           Meditation Group (church) Dugald 021 161 7007

Tuesday 10.30am         South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7-9pm             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Barrington. Janette 021 075 6780

Wednesday 1pm           Brain Fit class (lounge) Ina 027 363 0763

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

Friday 10-11am             U3A meeting (church) Joy 337 2393

Friday 11.15am             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

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

NOTICES:

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

Wednesday Walkers 20 August: meet 9.30am in New World carpark Peer Street Ilam where we will have coffee after a walk around the area. All welcome. Marilyn 027 363 1642

Combined meeting of Men’s Group & Fireside Monday 18^th August 2pm. Emma Hay & Mitch Jeffery from Fire and Emergency NZ will give a presentation. Afternoon tea will follow. All welcome. Rob & Margaret.

Annual Reports are now due. If you convene a parish group, please email a report to the Parish Office by 17^th August. The AGM is on 21^st September. Thank you to those who have already submitted a report.

NEXT MOVIE AFTERNOON: Saturday 23^rd August 2pm in the lounge – the movie will be the 25th Wedding Anniversary Special of To the Manor Born.“Twenty -five years after their hugely popular love-hate relationship was resolved, Audrey fforbes-Hamilton and Richard DeVere prepare to celebrate their silver wedding anniversary. The scene is set for a grand party, until an extraordinary confession gets in the way. With Marjory’s help, the fearless Audrey goes into battle to defend her community, safeguard 400 years of history and save her marriage”. Come and enjoy. Sue.

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

Feeling forgetful these days? Memory loss is not inevitable. Join the next Brainfit for Life four week course Wednesdays 1.00-2.30pm here starting 27 August facilitated by Ina Meeten. Cost $250. To book or for more information email ina@happybrain.nz

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                    

Monday 10am               Tend cuppa & chat (lounge) Emily 022 094 1492

Monday 2pm                  Men’s Group & Fireside (lounge) Rob 384 4320

Monday 4.15pm           Meditation Group (church) Dugald 021 161 7007

Tuesday 10.30am         South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7-9pm             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: Ilam Marilyn 027 363 1642

Wednesday 10am         Funeral (whole complex)

Wednesday 2pm           Parish Council meeting (lounge)

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

Friday 10-11am             U3A meeting (church) Joy 337 2393

Friday 11.15am             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

Saturday 2pm                Movie afternoon (lounge) Sue 960 7657

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

NOTICES:

A very warm welcome to all who worship with us today, and many thanks to Rev Alan Webster for leading our service. Please join us for morning tea following the service.

Wednesday Walkers 13 August: meet 9.30am at the Bus Exchange at 9.30am for a wander around town.  Coffee at Ballantynes Café downstairs.  All welcome. Sue 03 960 7657.

Combined meeting of Men’s Group & Fireside Monday 18^th August 2pm. Emma Hay & Mitch Jeffery from Fire and Emergency NZ will give a presentation. Afternoon tea will follow. All welcome. Rob & Margaret.

Annual Reports are now due. If you convene a parish group, please email a report to the Parish Office by 17^th August. The AGM is on 21^st September. Thank you to those who have already submitted a report.

NEXT MOVIE AFTERNOON: Saturday 23^rd August 2pm in the lounge – the movie will be the 25th Wedding Anniversary Special of To the Manor Born. “Twenty -five years after their hugely popular love-hate relationship was resolved, Audrey fforbes-Hamilton and Richard DeVere prepare to celebrate their silver wedding anniversary. The scene is set for a grand party, until an extraordinary confession gets in the way. With Marjory’s help, the fearless Audrey goes into battle to defend her community, safeguard 400 years of history and save her marriage”.   Come and enjoy. Sue.

Christchurch City Choir invites you to a special evening of music: Night at the Opera Saturday 23 August 7:30pm at The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts. This uplifting programme includes highlights from Mozart, Verdi, Donizetti, Purcell and more, featuring acclaimed soloists Rebecca Ryan (Soprano) and Kieran Kelly (Baritone), accompanied by Christchurch pianist, Sarah Youngran Kang, and the full choir. For attendees with accessibility or seating needs, please contact The Piano directly so their staff can assist: (03) 377 5000.

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

Feeling forgetful these days? Memory loss is not inevitable. Join the next Brainfit for Life four week course Wednesdays 1.00-2.30pm here starting 28 August facilitated by Ina Meeten. Cost $250. To book or for more information email ina@happybrain.nz

THIS WEEK AT ST MARTINS                                    

Monday 10am               Tend cuppa & chat (lounge) Emily 022 094 1492

Monday 1.30pm            U3A focus group (lounge) Richard 022 533 5444

Monday 4.15pm           Meditation Group (church) Dugald 021 161 7007

Tuesday 10.30am         South Elder Care (lounge) Jeannette 332 9869

Tuesday 7-9pm             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369

Wednesday 9.30am      Walking Group: 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

Friday 10-11am             U3A meeting (church) Joy 337 2393

Friday 11.15am             Mums n Tums (lounge) Livvy 027 327 6369