Thank you to those who regularly contribute to the food bank, much of which is passed on to the central Food Bank to help needy families in our community. The most needed items are cereals, rice and pasta.
In the 10 years I have lived in N.Z. I can’t remember a time, (apart from the 2011 rugby world cup) when our country was in a more positive spirit of optimism. The cricket world cup semi- final against S.A. has brought a spirit of joyful enthusiasm and anticipation to the country that I have…
This week’s message has come as a surprise to me as it forced me to confront a subject that I have hardly ever considered before. It made me reflect on the very real area of doubt. As I researched and reflected on this subject I have to confess that I too have had moments of…
We have six home groups that meet every week. Please phone Ben Dykman on 524 8234 and he will help you find the one nearest your home.
It is true to say that the role of the father figure in the home has become really confused today. Increasingly more and more homes are led by single parents. The media seems bent on destroying every last vestige of what we grew up to accept as an ordinary, normal home ie. dad, mum, children,…
We have all been saddened to hear of the devastation, suffering and loss of life that is unfolding in Nepal over recent days. It has been estimated that over 4000 people have lost their lives. Nepalese hospitals are overflowing with the injured, and ¼ of the population are in need. This huge devastation comes on…
This week in our study through Luke’s gospel, we come to see Jesus withdrawing into the quiet seclusion of the Garden of Gethsemane to pray just before facing the deception of Judas, the denial of Peter and the desertion of the disciples. What struck me as I read Luke’s account of the Gethsemane prayer, is…
