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please join us this week for our Devotional Stations, and Holy Week services, and Easter day, details below.
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We continue on Easter day with the story of Peter, who we might expect that having denied Jesus, that he would cower in shame—or perhaps even run away in an attempt to leave his past behind. Instead, when he hears the news from the women, he doesn’t dismiss them like the other disciples. He gets up and runs to the tomb. When he peers into the empty tomb and sees the linen cloth, he is filled with awe. Even after the biggest failures, even after the worst case scenario has happened, can we run toward hope? Like Peter, will we keep going? Will we keep looking for God in our midst?
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Journeying with you, Dion
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Easter
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Holy Week Stations, 10am - 7pm , Mon 25th - Thr 28th March, St Mary
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Maundy Thursday 7pm 28th March 2024, St Mary by the Sea
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Holy Friday 10am 29th March 2024, North Cross Community Church
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Holy Friday 3pm 29th March 2024, St Mary by the Sea
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Easter Day 6:30am 31st March 2024, Waiake Beach
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Easter Day 8am 31st March 2024, St Mary by the Sea
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Easter Day 10am 31st March 2024, St Mary by the Sea
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Holy Week
"Streams of mercy" | MAUNDY THURSDAY - 7pm Thurs 28th March
In a humble, subversive act, Jesus washes the disciples’ feet. This act of grace is meant to be emulated and is therefore an unending, overflowing, fountain of mercy for all.
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"Prone to leave the God I love" | HOLY FRIDAY - 3pm Fri 29th March
In moments of weakness and sheer terror, Peter denies knowing Christ three times. He chooses the path of self-preservation in the face of violence and death, as many of us would. With his three denials, the cock crows, just as Jesus predicted.
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"And I hope" | EASTER DAY - 10am Sun 31st March
As the sun rises on the third day, Peter holds onto hope as he runs to the empty tomb to see with his own eyes the abandoned linen cloth. With each new day, we hold onto hope for new life and resurrection.
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Worship Songs
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On Sunday, in response to the praise sung to Jesus as he entered Jerusalem, we listed our favourite praise songs. Here is a link to a spotify playlist of them
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Funeral Notice - Jill Carter
3rd April 10:30am, Dils - 185 Schnapper Rock Rd.
It is with great sadness that I need to inform you the Jill Carter passed away on Monday 25th. Jill was an active and much loved member of our congregation for many years, contributing her musical talents to our worship and her loving nature to Mainly Music for many years. Please up hold her family in your prayers at this time.
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The funeral for Jill will be on 3rd April at 10:30am at Dils 185 Schnapper Rock Road.
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Confirmation (NEW DATE)
Sunday 14th July 2024
On Sunday 14th July 2024 Bishop Ross will be with us at 10am to preach, preside and confirm people in their faith.
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Confirmation is the opportunity to publicly say we wish to live the Christian life and follow Jesus' and his ways. It is an opportunity receive the laying on of hands from Bishop Ross and the anointing of the Holy Spirit for our life. And during confirmation preparation, it is an opportunity to ask questions and go deeper in our faith. Please consider this as an opportunity to grow and receive God's continued blessing on your life. To explore this opportunity more, please speak to Dion, dion@stmary.co.nz 0211378624
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First Aid Courses at church. 20th May
Update:-
I can confirm the date of this course will the 20th May starting at 1pm in St Mary's. If you are interested in taking part in this course please let the office know, we can still fit in 1 or 2 places.
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The course will be run by the company "FirstAid First".
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Email the office office@stmary.co.nz with FIRST AID in subject line to express your interest. Numbers will be strictly limited to ensure participant get the best out of the course.
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Space :- Parenting Space group
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Starting Feb 12th at St Mary by the Sea. This group is for parents / carers of babies born September 2023 - Feb 2024. To register and for more details see the link below.
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A chance to catch up with
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A lot of our Parishioners will recall the Hoffman's who worshiped regularly here before they moved. Waltraud and Peter Hoffman are visiting the area again and would like to catch up with old friends.
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Waltraud and Peter Hoffman will be at Golden Sands Cafe Browns Bay. Thursday 28th March. 11am. Until 3pm. Please text Waltraud. 022 343 9985
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Community Shop.
The Community shop is open Tuesday to Saturdays 10am to 4pm. The shop took just over $10,900 in February. There is still some time to pick up summer clothing to re vamp your wardrobe.
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Our Community Shop in Inverness Road, now has it's Winter Stock available. Come in and update your winter wardrobe, grab that new jacket, cosy jumper and trousers. They also have duvet covers in all sizes and the occasional woolen blanket. Be quick, check out our stock regularly and buy it when you see it because you know things like this are snapped up as soon as they appear.
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If you have been holding onto winter clothing for donation now is the time to bring it into the shop.
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If you are having a clear out please consider if what you have is suitable for donation. Is it clean, complete and working? We can not take electrical items, baby safety equipment or furniture items due to space limits. Please do not leave donations outside the shop. Items left outside the shop are often damaged by vandals and the weather and become a public nuisance.
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Thank you to everyone for supporting this mission.
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I am aware that the current economic climate makes finances more challenging for many so please be mindful of your own budgeting needs. If you are able to add an item to your shopping for donation that would be gratefully received.
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We are currently still low on savory sandwich spreads like marmite/ vegimite and jams and corned beef or Spam cans.
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If you or someone you know is in need of a little extra support at this time via a food parcel please let Dion or the church office know. We can, by arrangement deliver the box if needed. All referrals are confidential. Referrals for food support can be made to the church office via email or telephone message at any time. These messages are checked regularly and a reply can be expected within 48 hours. If you know someone who is struggling to provide themself or their family with food at this time of year please reach out to them to discuss a referral to our food bank. The simple question of 'Can I help?' to start the conversation is often all that is needed.
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Anglican Magazine Now On-line
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As part of the continued commitment to improve sustainability across the diocese the Anglican Magazine has moved to on-line only. You can access and read this magazine by the link below. Enjoy!
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Community Garden
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Celebration
Happy Birthday to Catherine Smith and Marion Corkin for the 1st April and to Avril Nettleton for the 4th April. Many happy returns to you all.
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If you have a celebration that you would like to share with the congregation via the newsletter please email the church office on the email below. Please let the office know before 9am on the Tuesday before.
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The Word for Today
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February to April copy is available in the church now.
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Our Daily Bread
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March-May now available in church and at our shop.
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Word for Today and Our Daily Bread
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Both of these can be collected from the Community Shop when paper copies are available.
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Wednesday Service and Bible Study Groups.
Midweek service
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Wednesday 10am- Informal Communion at St Mary by the Sea. Restarts 7 Feb 2024.
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Wednesday Zoom Bible Study
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Meeting ID: 835 3674 1895
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To phone in, call 09 884 6780 and when prompted, enter the Meeting ID: 835 3674 1895. You will then be asked for the passcode which is: 488974
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Online Worship - Sunday 10am
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Scripture
31st March
Collect
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Living Christ, you are risen from the dead! Love reigns! You are life stronger than death; raise our eyes to see you as the new day dawns; for the glory of your holy name. Amen.
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Regular Information
Worship
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Sunday - 8am - worship from NZ Prayer Book
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Sunday - 10am - Intergenerational worship
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Sunday - 10am - Online YouTube worship
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Wednesday - 10am - informal worship from NZ Prayer Book.
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Praying for Others
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Please send names for the Sunday Prayer-List by Sunday evening to Tony Nettleton, 027 278 1450 or prayer@stmary.co.nz Names can be sent at other times as required.
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Donations
Online
Vestry would like to encourage you to give to support our ministry. Giving and donations can be made to:
St Mary by the Sea
BNZ Browns Bay 02-0120-0047903-003
Please reference your donation with your surname or giving number.
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EFTPOS
The EFTPOS machine prints 2 receipts, the first is your copy, the second is printed by selecting MERCHANTS COPY on the screen. This second copy should always be left on the appropriate clip on the notice board. With out the second receipt it is not possible to know what the money was intended for. For Church Giving, you can either keep the first receipt or place it in the DONATION BASKET to go up to the altar for the blessing. Please write your giving number or full name on the second receipt if you want the donation added to your tax receipt. If you do not require your donation added to your tax receipt please write "NO TAX" on the receipt.
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Feedback
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Have some feedback? Feel free to email dion@stmary.co.nz
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Subscribing
St Mary by the Sea is a safe space
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Abuse and Harassment are NEVER okay. Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. If you experience or witness bullying, harassment, discrimination, abuse or any inappropriate behavior, the RIPPLES PROJECT can help you. 0800 627 021. The Ripples service is available 9am-5pm and is free and confidential.
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Contacts
Office
Debbie Rhodes, 09 4738180 office@stmary.co.nz
Church office open Tue to Thur 10am-2pm.
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Vicar
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Rev’d Dion Blundell, Office:09 4738183 Mb:021 1378624 Hm:09 4732270
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Priest Assistant
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Rev’d Jay Smith, 021 1045914 jay@stmary.co.nz
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Wardens
Connie Strong, 027 350 0548, vicarswarden@stmary.co.nz
Mark Van der ham, 021 2711207 peopleswarden@stmary.co.nz
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Synod Representatives
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Auriel Andrews auriel@kinect.co.nz
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Connie Strong, connie1057@gmail.com
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Vestry Secretary
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Susan Haslam, 09 4150073 vestrysecretary@stmary.co.nz
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Privacy Officer
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Auriel Andrews, auriel@kinect.co.nz
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Health and Safety Officer
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Mark Van der ham, v_d_ham@yahoo.co.nz
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Vestry Members
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Bruce Rogers, bj_rogers@xtra.co.nz
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Chris Waddingham, waddinghamchris@gmail.com
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Emmanuel Mosiane, trupzala@gmail.com
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Jenny Cheer, jmcheer@xtra.co.nz
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Kerry Jonas, kerryandrobinj@gmail.com
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Steve Dale, drumstick3000@gmail.com
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Susan Haslam, ejhaslam@xtra.co.nz
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St Mary by the Sea
PO Box 89-082, Torbay, Auckland, 0742
168 Deep Creek Rd, Torbay, Auckland, 0630
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Thanks for reading. See you soon!
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The St Mary by the Sea Team
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