December newsletter
Read the web version of our church newsletter for December and January. Note that this is a version edited for the web. Some content is not shown. Also, we know …
‘Holding on to hope’
The Moderator’s Advent message to the church urges us to hold on to hope. That is ‘the bigger narrative.’ At this time of Advent, we also have that sense of …
Celebrate with us
Celebrate the season of waiting and Christmas at Onewa Christian Community. You’re invited to any of our seasonal services. Stay for tea or coffee afterwards. Children are always welcome. Meri …
White Ribbon day 2023
Rev. Hana Popea has issued a message to accompany resources for churches to use in marking 25 November. The PCANZ White Ribbon campaign encourages our Church to join with other …
Friends and supporters: join up
People have asked to hear in advance about our community activities and fundraising events. We’re launching an online newsletter for friends and supporters who want to keep in touch. Here’s …
A delightful quiz night
The Mad Hatter’s Quiz Night on 17 November filled our hall with church members and guests. People took enormous care over their hats – some handmade. The winning hats worn …
Children’s church and more
Children are welcome at all our gatherings and services. In addition, first Sunday of the month is Children’s Church. Bible-based fun and social time: music, games, activity and thinking about …
Bible Talk Suppers: BTS
Ask us about Bible Talk Suppers. Currently we’re holding these every couple of weeks, on a Sunday afternoon. People gather, make a simple recipe together and then chat about a …
Moderator’s message: Hamas Israel war
The Moderator of the PCANZ, Rt Rev. Rose Luxford, issued a message on 26 October which draws on Matthew 5:9, ‘Blessed are the peacemakers.’ Rose also invites people to consider …
Restorative thinking workshop
On 20 October, a diverse group of 22 people gathered for a four-hour workshop hosted by Greg Morgan (Onewa Christian Community) and kindly supported by ANCAD. Meeting costs were met …