St Christopher’s is a joyful faith community of
hope and authenticity.

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What’s important?  Who are we?  What will we do to live authentic to our hearts, our convictions?  What matters?

Yes, we are in an era where change is moving at an unsustainable pace, where everything is questioned; where we’re more connected than ever, but never more lonely and authentic unconditional love is scarce; where we confess a spiritual thirst, but are unsure about God and what it implies for our lives.  Ours is a church  where skeptics and saints, sinners and the sarcastic, the well to do and the hungry, where those with clear belonging and those wandering are all accepted and belong.

As for us, we’re not perfect. We have scars and shortcomings. Yet, we are a people, a place of hope, a future, and transformation from a life as sold to us in the media to one that is unconditional, gritty and honest, a journey shared together, with an unshakable purpose and reason to get out of bed in the morning. Come, explore, question, wrestle, grow in a trusted environment where you’ll be accepted, can unwrap it all and just be. Come gain the confidence to be vulnerable and celebrated right where you are, and invited to go places you’ve never dreamt.

As for you, you may have great faith, or wonder if there is a God at all, or you’re very wary from some experience you don’t have words for.  You may be trying to keep it together, or simply sense God is wooing you, calling you, a longing for connecting to the deep yearning within.  It doesn’t matter – at all.  You’re welcome here.  We’ll be a safe place to unpack it, wrestle it, taste and see and we will walk with you through it.  You may be ready to jump in, or just watch.  You are welcome here.  There is always room at the table for you.  No matter who you are.

Latest News

Stained Glass Repair

Many have asked where is our stained glass windows!  Hosting a diocesan conference we had so many from sister parishes concerned it was vandalism.  About two and a half years ago we had noted something not right with our stained glass, which is double glazed.  We invited Trinity Glass (the best on the South Island) […]

Trunk or Treat was a real treat!

It turns out we have horribly low expectations!  We thought a hundred and we’d be happy, chuffed!  Then came 500 students, and many more parents and grand parents!  Most were from our own neighbours, so the trust and meaningful presence, along with their signs of gratefulness!  Thank you to the community and the dozens who […]

Thanks for supporting the youth Sausage Sizzle at Mitre 10 on Labour Day!

THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT FOR THE PARISH FAIR!

Today we had a lovely beautiful Parish Fair and we’re so grateful to the many guests, and the many who worked to make it so joyful and positive!

Mainly Music going and growing great!

We’re seeing a wonderful swell and growth in our Mainly Music with new families, new energy and new friends! Mums, Dars, Grandparents and even a caregiver – it’s a fun time! Mainly Music is 9.30am with morning tea following. Mainly Music is a parent/guardian event for pre-school children with music, actions and fun, followed by […]

Spring Holiday Programme – inexhaustible fun!

It was a most excellent Spring Holiday Programme!  So much fun and great outings. Thanks to all the children and student helpers! It was our latest yet, and largest Junior Track, years 1-5!

Our Gathered Community Schedule

Sunday 9am

Sunday 9am

A larger service where traditional worship is expressed.


Important start time Note: 

Sunday 9am

A larger service where traditional worship is expressed.


Important start time Note:  Please see Events on the top of the home page for any special

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Sunday 10:30am (w/ children's ministries through intermediate)

Sunday 10:30am (w/ children's ministries through intermediate)

A larger service where contemporary worship is expressed.

While this service is the

Sunday 10:30am (w/ children's ministries through intermediate)

A larger service where contemporary worship is expressed.

While this service is the same as the 9am congregation, the music is different and the feel more

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Wednesday 10am

Wednesday 10am

This is a beloved congregation.  When younger ones do get to attend,

Wednesday 10am

This is a beloved congregation.  When younger ones do get to attend, they discover the more reflective, quiet and centred form of worship is very

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The Forge( Yr 9-13) & Embers (yr 6-8)

The Forge( Yr 9-13) & Embers (yr 6-8)

The Forge - our youth (secondary school age) group! Embers - our group

The Forge( Yr 9-13) & Embers (yr 6-8)

The Forge - our youth (secondary school age) group! Embers - our group for year 6-8 students! FORGE - SECONDARY (yr 9-13)! Each Wednesday evening during school terms,

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The Crew - Young Adults

The Crew - Young Adults

Where our young adults (university age through 20’s) come together to share

The Crew - Young Adults

Where our young adults (university age through 20’s) come together to share life and grow in following Christ together in every day life and relationships. Young

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Oasis Children's Programme

Oasis Children's Programme

We meet on Sunday mornings during the 10.30am Family Service at the

Oasis Children's Programme

We meet on Sunday mornings during the 10.30am Family Service at the church.  Our Oasis Children's Programme is for Preschool, Primary (2 years through year

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