Shrove Tuesday FUN
Here’s some photos showing how some of our communities gathered—and got creative—for Shrove Tuesday!
Rhythms that Shape a Joyful Life - Bishop Justin Duckworth
In his New Year reflection, Justin stresses that joy doesn’t deny reality; it lives despite it, grounded in awareness of Jesus’s daily presence and confidence in God’s future restoration (“glad tidings of great joy”). This eschatological hope and everyday companionship of Christ shape a resilient, thankful posture.
Residential Community for Tertiary Students – Spaces Available
We’re welcoming applications for our residential community for tertiary students based in Island Bay.
RIP Rev John Terris
Bishops Justin and Anashuya ask us to join in prayer for the friends and family of Reverend John Terris who passed away this week.
Identity, occupation and Fractured Peace
In this conversation with Bishop Justin Duckworth, Fr. David lays out a timeline of the conflict. He points to 1917, the post‑Holocaust reconfiguration of the land in 1947–48, and the 1967 occupation of the remaining territories as milestones that shaped today’s reality. He challenges the very phrase “peace process,” suggesting what many witness on the ground feels less like peace and more like a piece‑by‑piece dismantling of Palestinian life.
Restoring St Augustine’s Historic Church Building
St Augustine’s Church in Petone is blessed with a stunning Category 2 heritage building — the last wooden church designed by Diocesan Architect Frederick de Jersey Clere, and faithfully used by its community since its dedication in 1903.
Returning to Our Roots: Reflections on Waitangi Day 2026
As I write this, my hands still bear the honest dirt of this morning's gardening. There's something deeply grounding about tending to the whenua around our home – the simple act of pulling weeds, nurturing seedlings, and watching things grow in their own time. It's a rhythm that slows me down and reminds me that I am not the owner of this land, but a guest, a kaitiaki for a brief season of its long story.
Dancing to the Heartbeat of God
Archbishop Justin and Bishop Anashuya have contributed to this beautiful Lenten devotional from the Anglican Communion.
Make a Difference – Partner with Dwell Housing Trust
Dwell, a Wellington community housing provider, is working with local organisations to provide safe, stable homes for people in our community. We’re inviting private landlords to join us in this mission.
Standing on Their Shoulders - Wayne Kirkland
In this book Wayne tells the stories of 33 individuals and communities through the history of the Church, who have shaped his life and faith. These include pioneers, pastors, communities of mission, entrepreneurs, evangelists, novelists, martyrs, scholars/teachers, people who have offered radical hospitality, as well as stories from Aotearoa NZ.
Vicar – Peninsula Parish
The Anglican Parish of Saint Aidan’s and Saint George’s (“Peninsula Parish”) seeks to appoint a full-time vicar.
Prayers for Sunday 21 December 2025
4th Sunday of Advent/Te Rātapu Tuarua o te Haerenga Mai
…the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call him Immanuel. He will be eating curds and honey when he knows enough to reject the wrong and choose the right… [Isaiah 7:14]
Christmas Greetings from the Bishops
Christmas reminds us that God’s kingdom looks like this. Celebrations where joy is shared freely, where the vulnerable are honoured, and where love overcomes fear.
Welcoming Refugee Families – Donate to our storage fund
The funds we use to hire storage for donated furniture and household goods have run out while the need for storage remains high.
Resignation - Hennie and Sarah Nothnagel
The Bishops have accepted the resignation of Hennie and Sarah Nothnagel as Priests in Charge of the Parish of St Mark’s Carterton, and Epiphany, Masterton.

