Priest-in-Charge, St. Matthew’s, Palmerston North
St. Matthew’s Anglican Church in Awapuni, Palmerston North, is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Priest-in-Charge (0.5FTE) to lead and inspire our diverse, lay-led parish
The Archbishops’ 2024 Christmas Message
“Glory to God in the highest, peace to all the earth, and goodwill toward all people!”
Luke 2:14, The song of the angels.
Anglican Missions: Hope for the Holy Land
Anglican Missions is calling on churches and individuals across Aotearoa to support the Hope for the Holy Land Appeal, providing crucial aid to communities in Israel and Palestine through the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem and the Middle East.
St Aidan’s Christmas Tree Service Marks Festive End to the Year
St Aidan's Anglican Community Church in Tokomaru hosted a joyful Christmas Tree Service drawing over 90 children and staff from Tokomaru School for a festive celebration.
Faith Amongst Hardship - Bishop’s News
The story of faith has always been one embedded in difficult and desperate situations and in the face of oppression and empire – whether that’s Egypt, Assyria, Greeks, or Romans – yet in the end, the seed of love always continues. Seeing that God seems to be present to work again and again across history is something we can hold onto in the face of overwhelming challenges.
Onslow Anglicans Spread Christmas Cheer with Life-Size Gingerbread House Party
Advent season kicked off with a community celebration at St Barnabas Church in Khandallah, featuring a life-size Gingerbread House photo booth and festive activities.
Godly Admin Retreat Forms Deeper Connections
"What is it to rest from work and to work from rest?", that was a question put to a group of church administrators at an overnight retreat held at Forest Lakes Camp on 8-9 November.
Crafting the Lectionary for the Church
For Rev. Lawrence Kimberley, the lectionary is far more than a mere schedule of readings—it is a spiritual endeavour and an act of service.
Appointment - Parish of Oroua
Bishop Justin is pleased to announce the appointment of the Reverend Graham Conlon as Priest in Charge in the Parish of Oroua.
St Hilda’s Scoops Architecture Award
The beautiful new facade at St Hilda’s Anglican Church in Island Bay was an award winner at the New Zealand Architecture Awards last Friday.
Celebrating our new Deacons
How wonderful it was to join with our Movement whānau in a full Cathedral for the ordination of our Deacons.
Community Shines at The Free Store Festival 2024
The Free Store Festival 2024 on Sunday was a joyous celebration of generosity, creativity, and local talent.
Upholding the Taonga of Te Tiriti
Our Diocesan whānau turned out in large numbers. Many marched with Common Grace Aotearoa and picnicked later under the shade of the Cathedral. There, a BBQ and refreshments were served by members of all three Tikanga of our church.

