Young Adults Gather for Worship at St Hilda's Island Bay
On Sunday evening, young adults from across the Wellington diocese, along with other churches from around the region, gathered at St Hilda’s Church on a beautiful, sunny evening.
Palestinian Christians, Diplomacy, the Church and the war on Iran: John Snobar (Pt. 1)
Former diplomat and advocate John Snobar shares his family’s remarkable history in Gaza, the legacy of the Anglican Al Ahli Arab Hospital, and why Palestinian Christian voices are essential for the global Church.
John also examines how failed diplomacy, Christian Zionism, and political power have shaped the war involving Israel, the U.S., and Iran. It’s an insightful look at theology, responsibility, and the global consequences of Christian political influence.
A Statement on the Middle Eastern Conflict: An Appeal for Peace
As the third week of escalating conflict unfolds between Iran, Israel, and the United States, we are called to raise our voices in prayer for peace and safety for all of God’s children.
When Justice is Costly - Webinar
What does it mean to bear witness to the kingdom of God amid genocide? How might we bear witness from here in the Pacific?
Vigil to Stop Move-On Orders
Common Grace Aotearoa is organising an all-night vigil to oppose the government’s proposed move-on orders.
Chrism (reFresh) services during Holy Week
Join our Anglican Movement whānau at a Chrism - Refresh service in Wellington, Greytown or Whanganui during Holy Week.
Leadership Course 2026 - Anglican Movement
This course explores the foundational principles of discipling leadership that are the core DNA of our Diocese for supporting the essential growth of healthy team culture within our Mission Units.
Jesus Wept: Finding Hope in the Story of Lazarus | Rev Lucy Flatt
In this Lenten reflection, Rev Lucy Flatt explores the story of Lazarus and the God who pauses to weep with us. Jesus meets us in our grief, invites us to hope, and calls new life out of places that feel beyond restoring. A message of deep compassion and quiet resurrection for weary hearts.
Trumpism and Putinism
In this discussion, Hovorun will analyse the religious dimensions of both Trump and Putin's self-projected mythologies. What do they have in common?
Short Course in Christian Living: Unfurling the Koru of Faith
Wellington Cursillo will host its own two‑day course at Magnificat, Featherston, from Friday evening to Sunday, 8–10 May 2026. With the theme “Unfurling the koru of faith,” the weekend is open to anyone seeking renewal, companionship, or space to explore their faith more deeply.
Palm Sunday: We Need a Saviour - Bishop Justin
Bishop Justin’s Palm Sunday reflection on Matthew 21:1–11 invites us to welcome the King who still comes to save. In a world of self‑reliance and blame, we remember we are not alone: God has sent his Son, and Holy Week leads us to encounter the risen Jesus afresh this Easter.
A Weekend of Walking With Jesus
This past weekend our diocesan whānau gathered for one of the most joy-filled and spiritually rich events in our calendar: Ministry Leaders’ Family Camp
Aotearoa Music Legend at St Hilda’s, Island Bay
Wellington music lovers are in for a special evening when legendary New Zealand songwriter Wayne Mason and brother Paul bring an intimate acoustic show to St Hilda’s Church.
Missional Housing Opportunity in Miramar
Peninsula Parish in Miramar is looking for a young person aged 18-26 years to join two young men in "Discipleship House" an initiative of Saint Aidan's Church.
Samuel Marsden Collegiate – Open Day
Families considering a Marsden education are warmly invited to Marsden's first Open Day for 2026 on Friday 20 March, 8.45am–12.00pm.
‘Waging peace in a world of violence’ with Dr Chris Marshall
The recent emergence of “Christian nationalism” shows how frighteningly easy it is for Christians to be swept along by coercive political agendas and lose touch with the emphatically non-violent message and strategy of Jesus – which this webinar will explore.
Ignatian Retreat - Register Now
Take five full days to pause, reflect and pray with Scripture in the beautiful, peaceful setting of Tyburn Monastery. This retreat offers a precious opportunity to step away from the busyness of life.
Why Kindness Matters - Rev Andrew Lim
I wonder if it is common in your context — in your workplace or church or community — for people to ask for kindness and be safe doing so.
I worry that for some, and maybe for many of us, we might not even think that we deserve kindness.
Prayers: Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Bidding: The Lord is [our] shepherd,
Response: [we] lack nothing.
[based on Psalm 23:1]
Let us pray.
“Wake up, sleeper,
rise from the dead,
and Christ will shine on you.”
[from Ephesians 5:14]
Wallis Trust
The Wallis Trust offers high value grants to strategically aligned organisations, over a three-year period. Applications for funding are by invitation only.
Retreat/Camps support.
Retreatants for whom the fee to attend a retreat is a barrier for attendance, the Trust offers small grants, of 50% of the retreat cost ($200 maximum), for people who face financial barriers, in meeting the full cost of attending a retreat.
This support is offered for one retreat, every two years, per individual.
Applications for funding are to be made by the retreat/camp leader.

