All-age Mātariki service & Potluck lunch – 28 JUNE 2026
There will be a Potluck Lunch following the All-age creative worship service on Sunday, 28 June to which you are all invited.
It would be appreciated if you could contribute: Surnames A to M –
A plate of finger food (to serve with a cup of tea / coffee after the main course, e.g. slice, cake, fruit)
Surnames Mc to Z. – A main course dish or salad, to share.
New sermon series: Meeting God on the Road
God shows up on our life journeys often when least expected. In July we are starting a series looking at time scripture where people encounter God on the road. We’d like to run a bible study or discussion group each week. If your interested let Luke know, or register your interest with this link https://forms.gle/cwF4GtNzqT6wDRjAA
July / August Birthdays: If you would be interested in hosting the July / August Birthday celebration this year, please talk to Christine M.
Table talk 21st June: Josh will be sharing about his recent trip to the US where he attended two conferences relating to what it means to be church in our time. 6pm for a shared meal. 7pm for Josh’s presentation.
If you are planning on coming for the meal, for catering purposes please contact Linda or the Boardmans.
Staff holiday leave:
The Papanui office will be closed from Tuesday 30 June and reopening Monday 13 July. Contact Teresa at Bryndwr during this time.
The Bryndwr office will be closed Monday 13 July and reopening Monday 20 July. Contact Tracey at Papanui during this week.
Rev. Josh Olds’ USA trip report:
If you would like a copy of Josh’s report from his recent trip to the USA to attend two church leadership conferences – email him at josh@villagechurch.nz
Gardening at Papanui: If you would be interested in volunteering (on a roster) to do light gardening at the Village Papanui please let Teresa at Bryndwr know.
Alpine Presbytery Retreat – Hanmer Springs 25th-27th July
You’re invited to this years retreat, exploring the theme of ‘The Good Life’, based on Jesus’ invitation to us in Matthew 11:27-29:
“Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life. I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.”
Registrations are now open. There is no charge for Retreat, just take care of your transport and accommodation.
Roster Reminder – 28 June:
Setup: John, Ken. Welcoming: Janice & Ian.
Reading: Margaret W, Teresa. Counting: Margaret M, Amber.
Technician: Liam. Morning Tea: Judith & Andrew.
Bryndwr Grounds 27 June: John.
The Doctor’s Wife: For free tickets to see a film about Dr Alan Kerr and his wife Hazel (2026 recipients of Senior NZers of the Year) to be shown at All Souls Church in Merivale, Thursday 25 June, go to https://whitioraproductions.com/the-doctors-wife
| June | |||
| Sun 21 | 10.00am | Worship Service | Bryndwr |
| 6.00pm | Table Talk | Papanui | |
| Mon 22 | 9.30am | Music Moments | Papanui |
| 10.00am | Creative Nest painting group | Papanui | |
| 6.45pm | Indoor Bowls | Bryndwr | |
| Tue 23 | 9-9.30am | Prayer in the Chapel | Bryndwr |
| 10.00am | Creative Nest | Papanui | |
| Wed 24 | 9.45am | Badminton | Papanui |
| 10.00am | Pre-School Music | Bryndwr | |
| Thur 25 | 9.30am | Steady as you go | Papanui |
| 9.30-11am | Playful Generations | Papanui | |
| 11.30am | Midweek Worship | Papanui | |
| 1.00pm | Foot Clinic (ph Bryndwr office to make appt time) | Bryndwr | |
| 6.00pm | Youth Group | Bryndwr | |
| Fri 26 | 11.00am | GoGrans Exercise Group | Bryndwr |
| 1.00pm | Foot Clinic (ph Bryndwr office to make appt time) | Bryndwr | |
| 1.15pm | Indoor Bowls | Papanui | |
| 2pm-5pm | The Village Church Clothing Shop | Bryndwr | |
| Sat 27 | 9.15-12.30 | The Village Church Clothing Shop | Bryndwr |
| Sun 28 | 10.00am | Worship Service, followed by potluck lunch | Bryndwr |
| 5.30pm | Evening Circle | (ph Catherine for details) |