Coming Events

Download this card to see the schedule of Diocesan, Church Property Trustees, and Anglican Care meetings for 2013.

Public Forum on the ChristChurch Cathedral options

Wednesday, 10 April 7.30pm, Westpac Business & Community Hub (conference space), 55 Jack Hinton Dr, Addington (next to the CBS Canterbury Arena)

The forum, which will be moderated by The Press editor, Joanna Norris, features a panel comprising representatives of the Diocese, architects Warren and Mahoney, and project managers RCP.

A second forum will be held on Wednesday, 24 April, 7.30pm at the same location.

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013

Thursday, 11 April: Windows on Discipleship

“Listening for Life”: (20–21 April)
Women’s Weekend: “Hope & Renewal in Times of Change” (17–19 May)
“A Healed Church is the only basis for a Healed Community” (15 June)
Sensitive Issues: the Potential & the Pitfalls of Pastoral Care (20 July)
An Introduction to the Practice of Christian Healing (17 August)
Men’s Retreat (20 - 22 September)

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

Diocesan Synod

Friday, 12 April, 1.30pm start

Saturday, 13 April, all day

St Christopher’s Church, 244 Avonhead Rd, Christchurch

3DM (UK) Workshops - Discipleship, Being Missional & Missional Communities

Saturday 20th April, 10.00am-4.00pm, Parkland Baptist Church
The Anglican Diocese is partnering with other local Christchurch churches to bring over a 3DM team from the UK and OZ. In this workshop the team from 3DM UK and Australia will share how over the last 20 years they have learned to use Huddles (a discipleship vehicle) and Missional Communities (a missional vehicle) to see discipleship and mission come alive in church communities in the UK, Europe, and the USA.

You can view their website for more information at http://weare3dm.com. This workshop is perfect timing as many of our parishes begin to look for tangible ways of engaging in formation, outreach, and mission. There will also be more intensive workshops for pastors/vicars/key leaders, etc. from 18th-19th of April.

For registration details email mission@anglicanlife.org.nz.

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013 Thursday, 11 April: Windows on Discipleship

“Listening for Life”: (20–21 April)
Women’s Weekend: “Hope & Renewal in Times of Change” (17–19 May)
“A Healed Church is the only basis for a Healed Community” (15 June)
Sensitive Issues: the Potential & the Pitfalls of Pastoral Care (20 July)
An Introduction to the Practice of Christian Healing (17 August)
Men’s Retreat (20 - 22 September)

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

Synod

Friday–Saturday, 12–13 April, St Christopher's Church, Avonhead

Day of Reflection: With Thomas Merton during Easter

Saturday, 13 April 2013,10.00am–3.30pm, Mary Potter Centre, 442 Durham St North, Christchurch

Presenter: Fr Michael Dooley of Dunedin

Organised by the Christchurch Chapter of the International Thomas Merton Society

Cost: $20.00 (pay on the day)

Bring your own lunch; tea & coffee provided.

For more information or to register contact Fr Ray Schmack on 03-339-0349 or 03-342-4312 or email rjschmack@xtra.co.nz

Invitation to Feed The Kids National Symposium

Saturday 13 April 2013, 9.00am–3.00pm, Papa o Te Aroha Marae, Tokoroa

The Feed The Kids symposium will attempt to answer these 3 questions:

- Where are we now?

- Where do we want to get to?

- How are we going to get there?

Child poverty has doubled in NZ over the last 30 years. In 2013:

- An estimated 270,000 (25%) of New Zealand children live in poverty

- 20% of families with school-age children can’t afford to buy sufficient food

In December 2011 the final report of the Children’s Commissioner’s Expert Advisory Group on Solutions to Child Poverty recommended the introduction of a nationalised, government-funded food programme in low-decile schools as an immediate, cost-effective, and practical way to help address child poverty in New Zealand.

We hope you will give urgent attention to this invitation.

Register online at: mana.net.nz/2013/03/manas-national-agm-and-symposium-registration-form/

For all registration enquiries contact:

Andrew on 07-9299-139 or Priscilla on 021-172-6020 or email regoftk@gmail.com

ECAN Winter Air Briefing

Tuesday, 16 April 2013, 2.30pm, Malcolm Fraser House, 5 Sir William Pickering Drive, Burnside

Environment Canterbury is committed to working with the community to improve Christchurch’s winter air quality. Each winter our activities in this area cause a lot of community interest and so, as the weather cools, we would like an opportunity to discuss with you the work we have planned.

We look forward to sharing our priorities and planned activities with you. We would also value any feedback you provide. If you are unable to attend or know of other people who would be interested in coming along, please extend this invitation to them.

Please RSVP to Kristi Gray, kristi.gray@ecan.govt.nz

Chair of Commissioners: Dame Margaret Bazley ONZ,DNZM, Hon DLit

Commissioner: David Bedford

Public Forum on the ChristChurch Cathedral options

Wednesday, 24 April, 7.30pm, Westpac Business & Community Hub (conference space), 55 Jack Hinton Dr, Addington (next to the CBS Canterbury Arena)

The forum features a panel comprising representatives of the Diocese, architects Warren and Mahoney, and project managers RCP.

Installation Service

The Ven. Andrew Starky, Vicar, Christchurch – St Michael & All Angels

Sunday, 28 April, 5.00pm, St Michael & All Angels, Christchurch

What, On Earth, Is God Doing in the World, for Heaven’s Sake?

Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2– 4 May, (2 May venue tbc), Riccarton Baptist Church on 3 & 4 May

Seminars with the Rev’d Dr Alistair Petrie, Partnership Ministries, will be relevant to those with some knowledge and experience in the application of transformational prayer and principles, as well as those wanting a broader overview and understanding of this area.

Alistair has considerable experience in a range of countries and communities identifying and applying the principles of transformation across all sectors of society, including the church, the marketplace/business, education, media, government, and health.

In his most recent book “God’s Design For Challenging Times”, Alistair explains the seriousness of the days in which we live and how to experience freedom in an age of compromise. He is an ordained Anglican minister with a Doctorate from Fuller Seminary.

For more information see www.partnershipministries.org

Vaughan Park 2013 Scholars' Lecture Series:Leadership Dynamics of the Church Missionary Society in New Zealand 1814–1924

Tuesday, 7 May 2013, 7.00pm, Thomas Vaughan Meeting Room, Vaughan Park, Auckland

After an optimistic start in 1814 the CMS mission in New Zealand struggled for several years. The small group of enthusiastic evangelicals found themselves in a complex situation "at the ends of the earth", where issues of interpersonal relationships and trade (including allegations of gun-running) seemed to dominate.

The mission was led by the Rev’d Samuel Marsden, who, most of the time, was domiciled in Australia, but in 1819 the Rev’d John Gare Butler was appointed as the Superintendent of the mission, although Marsden still maintained control.
An exploration of the leadership dynamics within the fledging CMS mission in the context of the early settlement of New Zealand, but integrated with our contemporary understanding of leadership, provides valuable insights which are still valid in mission today.

Russell Smith, Dean's Warden at Nelson Cathedral, is researching the life and ministry of John Gare Butler, the first ordained clergy person to reside in New Zealand.

Indication of attendance would be appreciated:
Phone 09-473-2600 or Email admin@vaughanpark.org.nz

AnglicanLife magazine distribution date

This is the anticipated first-day distribution date for the next issue of AnglicanLife (addresses beyond Christchurch may receive their copies Saturday or early the following week):

Jun/July issue 24 May

Retreats in Daily Life at Rosary House

These retreats are about simplicity with depth: simplicity in prayer, depth in desire, and relationship. They are ‘everyday’ ways of prayer, in that one learns and prays in ways rooted in the experience of everyday life. Each retreat stands alone or can be done in sequence. The first spiritual exercises learnt by St Ignatius of Loyola and the first he gave to others. Register with roho@xtra.co.nz phone 03-379-1298.

Inner Peace in Darkness and Light

Saturday, 25 May, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Introduction and beginning of Retreat) to Saturday, 22 June, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Conclusion); spiritual direction weekly

Inner Peace in Friendship with Jesus

Saturday, 31 August, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Introduction and beginning of Retreat) to Saturday, 28 September, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Conclusion); spiritual direction weekly

Inner Peace in the Service of God

Saturday, 9 November, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Introduction and beginning of Retreat) to

Saturday, 7 December 10.00am to 3.00pm (Conclusion); spiritual direction weekly

Facilitated by Kevin and Lyn Gallagher.
Register with roho@xtra.co.nz or phone 03-379-1298.

Ma Whea? Commission Deadline for receiving submissions

Saturday, 1 June 2013

The Ma Whea? Commission on Same-gender Relationships, Ordination and Blessing had another productive meeting this last Saturday, and have advised that the deadline for receiving submissions that can be considered in their report is to be 1 June 2013.

For more information about the Commission, its genesis, and terms of reference, go to: http://www.anglican.org.nz/News/Ma-Whea-Commission-on-Same-Gender-Relationships-Ordination-and-Blessing

Please send submissions to:

c/- The General Secretary, PO Box 87-188, Meadowbank, Auckland, 1742 or

gensec@ang.org.nz

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013

Saturday, 11 April: Windows on Discipleship

“Listening for Life”: (20–21 April)
Women’s Weekend: “Hope & Renewal in Times of Change” (17–19 May)
“A Healed Church is the only basis for a Healed Community” (15 June)
Sensitive Issues: the Potential & the Pitfalls of Pastoral Care (20 July)
An Introduction to the Practice of Christian Healing (17 August)
Men’s Retreat (20 - 22 September)

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013

Saturday–Sunday, 20–21 April: “Listening for Life”

Women’s Weekend: “Hope & Renewal in Times of Change” (17–19 May)
“A Healed Church is the only basis for a Healed Community” (15 June)
Sensitive Issues: the Potential & the Pitfalls of Pastoral Care (20 July)
An Introduction to the Practice of Christian Healing (17 August)
Men’s Retreat (20 - 22 September)

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

Clergy Conference dates for 2013

Mon – Thurs, 13-16 May 2013

Clergy members, please mark these dates in your diary now.

This conference is scheduled at Wainui YMCA camp for the second week of Term 2 for schools.

Registration forms will be sent out early in the new year.

Service for WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY

Tuesday, 14 May, 7.00pm, St Mary’s RC Pro-Cathedral, Manchester Street (just below Bealey Ave)

Let us gather as one to pray and praise the God of love.

Please invite your congregational members and friends to attend.

Light refreshments to follow.

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013

Friday–Sunday, 17–19 May: Women’s Weekend: “Hope & Renewal in Times of Change”

“A Healed Church is the only basis for a Healed Community” (15 June)
Sensitive Issues: the Potential & the Pitfalls of Pastoral Care (20 July)
An Introduction to the Practice of Christian Healing (17 August)
Men’s Retreat (20 - 22 September)

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

Connecting the Old and New: Preaching the Biblical Metanarrative

Institute for New Anglicanism: School of Preaching

Saturday, 18 May, All Saints Foyer, 30 Vanguard St, Nelson

Registrations and Coffee 9.30am, programmed 10.00am – 4.00pm

PETER JENSEN, Archbishop of Sydney, is a warm and engaging speaker, but is also an outspoken figure on the Australian religious scene. His advice to the then Prime Minister Howard to ‘read his bible’ was front page news in 2001 and sparked off a national discussion about religion and politics.

He entered Moore Theological College in 1966, and was later to be a lecturer, then Principal there. . In the sixteen years of his principalship the College grew conspicuously.

Peter has published a number of books and articles and his “At the Heart of the Universe” is used worldwide as an introductory text on Christian Doctrine. In 2005, he was invited by the ABC to deliver the Boyer Lecture Series. The lectures have now been published as a book "The Future of Jesus”.

For more information contact:

Rev. Dr. Graham O’Brien, Bishopdale Theological College

PO Box 347, Nelson 7040

Ph: 03-548-8785 or email: graham.obrien@bishopdale.ac.nz

Looking Up, Looking Beyond – A Mission Festival

Saturday, 25 May, 4.00–8.00pm, the Transitional Cathedral (cnr Madras and Hereford)

Speakers include Bishop Victoria and Bishop Justin

Refreshments served.

Pencil this now – further notices to come.

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013

Saturday, 15 June: “A Healed Church is the only basis for a Healed Community”

Sensitive Issues: the Potential & the Pitfalls of Pastoral Care (20 July)
An Introduction to the Practice of Christian Healing (17 August)
Men’s Retreat (20 - 22 September)

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

St Stephens Church Ashburton Celebrates its 50th Anniversary

Sunday, 23 June 2013, 10.00am, 64 Park St, Ashburton

The morning church service will be followed by a get-together to meet old friends and acquaintances, enjoy their company over nibbles and drinks, and have a sit-down lunch at approximately 12.30pm.

A few short speeches, and tea & coffee will follow.

Cost for adults: nibbles and meal, $30 each; for children, $5 each; nibbles and drinks only, $10 each

Register by contacting Alison Donald, 73 Harland Street, Ashburton 7700

Centenary Reunion of St Peters Anglican Church

June 28 & 29 2014, Otipua Road, Timaru

If you were involved with AAW, Sunday School, Cubs and Scouts, Keep Fit, Cards, Bowls, Youth Group etc, either as leader or participant, please, if interested could you contact us with names, photos, anecdotes - in fact anything of interest.

Contact:

Ngaire Linton email ngairex@xtra.co.nz or telephone 03-614-7220 or mail: 21A Horton Street, Pleasant Point 7903, South Canterbury

OR

Averil Williams email avanto@xtra.co.nz or telephone 03-614-7533 or mail: 26 Harris Street, Pleasant Point 7903, South Canterbury

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013

Saturday, 20 July: Sensitive Issues: the Potential & the Pitfalls of Pastoral Care

An Introduction to the Practice of Christian Healing (17 August)
Men’s Retreat (20 - 22 September)

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

AnglicanLife magazine distribution date

This is the anticipated first-day distribution date for the next issue of AnglicanLife (addresses beyond Christchurch may receive their copies Saturday or early the following week):

Aug/Sept issue 26 July

Conference on Exploring the Theology of Marriage

Friday, 16 August, 7.30 pm – Saturday, 17 August, 5.00pm 2013, St Christopher’s Avonhead.

This conference is being organised by Theology House in response to General Synod’s call for episcopal units to do work on the theology of marriage prior to General Synod’s next meeting in 2014.

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013

Saturday, 17 August: An Introduction to the Practice of Christian Healing

Men’s Retreat (20 - 22 September)

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

Retreats in Daily Life at Rosary House

These retreats are about simplicity with depth: simplicity in prayer, depth in desire, and relationship. They are ‘everyday’ ways of prayer, in that one learns and prays in ways rooted in the experience of everyday life. Each retreat stands alone or can be done in sequence. The first spiritual exercises learnt by St Ignatius of Loyola and the first he gave to others. Register with roho@xtra.co.nz phone 03-379-1298.

Inner Peace in Friendship with Jesus

Saturday, 31 August, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Introduction and beginning of Retreat) to Saturday, 28 September, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Conclusion); spiritual direction weekly

Inner Peace in the Service of God

Saturday, 9 November, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Introduction and beginning of Retreat) to

Saturday, 7 December 10.00am to 3.00pm (Conclusion); spiritual direction weekly

Facilitated by Kevin and Lyn Gallagher.
Register with roho@xtra.co.nz or phone 03-379-1298.

Synod

Friday–Saturday, 7–8 September, St Christopher's Church, Avonhead

AnglicanLife magazine distribution date

This is the anticipated first-day distribution date for the next issue of AnglicanLife (addresses beyond Christchurch may receive their copies Saturday or early the following week):

Oct/Nov issue 20 September

Te Waiora Programmes for 2013

Friday–Sunday, 20–22 September: Men’s Retreat

For more information contact: Debbie & Andrew on 03-318-0789 or
021-0251-5716 or e-mail: tewaiora7@gmail.com .

Their website is www.tewaiora.com

Retreats in Daily Life at Rosary House

These retreats are about simplicity with depth: simplicity in prayer, depth in desire, and relationship. They are ‘everyday’ ways of prayer, in that one learns and prays in ways rooted in the experience of everyday life. Each retreat stands alone or can be done in sequence. The first spiritual exercises learnt by St Ignatius of Loyola and the first he gave to others. Register with roho@xtra.co.nz phone 03-379-1298.

Inner Peace in the Service of God

Saturday, 9 November, 10.00am to 3.00pm (Introduction and beginning of Retreat) to

Saturday, 7 December 10.00am to 3.00pm (Conclusion); spiritual direction weekly

Facilitated by Kevin and Lyn Gallagher.
Register with roho@xtra.co.nz or phone 03-379-1298.

AnglicanLife magazine distribution date

This is the anticipated first-day distribution date for the next issue of AnglicanLife (addresses beyond Christchurch may receive their copies Saturday or early the following week):

Dec/Jan issue 22 November

Sarah Coakley Theology Conference

Thursday–Friday,12–13 December, Laidlaw College, Auckland

The theme: The Future of Sacrifice? Evolution, Gender and Spirituality.

Further details from Peter Carrell, director@theologyhouse.ac.nz including ‘Call for Papers.’

The Rev’d Dr Peter Carrell, Director of Education, Diocese of Christchurch

03-341-3399 (work) or 0274-772-975 (mobile)