Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. (Luke chapter 2, verse 10) 'Joy' is one of the feelings most closely associated with Christmas. We are so happy to be able to share Christmas joy with you this year! And we don't think it is …
We are excited to be part of the Rangiora Christmas Festival - hosted by the Combined Churches of Rangiora. Come along this Sunday morning to Victoria Park and join in as we celebrate the true wonder of Christmas together! Lots of free activities, as well as coffee and food available to purchase from food trucks. …
Stories matter. The stories we tell each other, and tell ourselves, have a huge impact on how we see the world, and on how we act in the world. Stories, also, are often a great way to get past our defences - they have a way of bypassing the walls we put up to keep …
There are so many things that are good in life. Entertainment and great experiences; work, business and achievement; money and the things we can do with it; family and relationships; church and community - and much more! These good things, Christians believe, are gifts of a generous God who has blessed us in many ways. …
In a few weeks, it will be time to kick off this valuable course again. We all need hope. But where do you find it in a world that often seems chaotic and dark? And indeed, where do you find hope even when things are going well? Because we know that, no matter how well …
St Peter's of the Rock 