Ours is an open and inclusive church, where all worshippers can celebrate God’s love amongst friends.
Regular Services
All services are held in our main church or side chapel.
Sundays at 8am
A Communion service from the New Zealand Prayer Book, with hymns led from the piano. Chapel.
Sundays at 10am
Choral Communion service from the New Zealand Prayer Book, with congregational hymns led by our organist and Choir. Main church.
First Sunday of each month at 5 pm
Evensong service -- traditional service of music and prayer with the St Mary's Choir.
Peace Prayers 12pm at the Stone Cross
Peace Prayers are moment to share prayers for the hope of peace and reconciliation in the world. A small but dedicated group meet for this. All welcome.
Special Services
We also host a variety of special services throughout the year, including the Battle of Britain service, the South Canterbury Seafarers' service, and the Blessing of the Animals. Check back here regularly for updates, or visit our Facebook page for more information on dates and times - we’d love for you to join us.
Image shown above is courtesy of Ngaire Elder and feature The Reverend Ben Randall and guest Elizabeth Grubb at the service of commemoration held for His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh 22nd April 2021. Elizabeth is the god daughter of The Prince Philip.