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This week at St Columba 13 September 2026

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​​​Rev Caleb Hardie's message at this Sunday's 9am and 10:30am Services is:

"How do we live together?"

Reading: Matthew 18: 21-35 and Romans 14: 1-12

 If you can't make it to church, please watch LIVE ONLINE or go to the SERVICES page on our website. 

Only Sunday Services will be live streamed.

SuperKids this Sunday!

During the 10:30am service, join the adults in church first,
then off to the KidSpace for loads of fun activities and great Biblical learning.

This week's teaching is about The Wise and Foolish Builders and the reading is from Matthew 7:24-27

 

ENHANCING OUR INTERCULTURAL CONNECTIONS

On Sunday September 20th, Caleb will be welcoming Dr. Shireen Chua to speak at both our services about how we might develop and enhance intercultural connections within our church and community.  Dr. Shireen is the Director of Third Culture Solutions and an Intercultural Facilitator for Northern Presbytery.  Following the 10.30 Service there will be an opportunity to enjoy some table fellowship together with Shireen - a chance to ask her questions and to explore this topic further.  

 
 

INTERNATIONAL POT-LUCK DINNER - SAVE THE DATE

RSVP Here by Wednesday 7th October -   we need to know how many to cater for!

 

ROSTERS

ROSTERS for the months of October and November 2026, for Elders/Supervisors, Welcomers, Readers, Communion and Tea & Coffee servers, at the 9.00am and 10.30am services are now available. Please check your rosters carefully as for some rosters you may be rostered more than once during this two-month period.

For those of you who have provided us with an e-mail address, rosters should have already been e-mailed to you. 

 

Please also note the following:

We are still desperately short of volunteers to serve Tea and Coffee after both services, but particularly the 10.30am service where we are now down to only seven people, and this is not sustainable.

If we are unable to get more volunteers, we may be forced to suspend the serving of Tea & Coffee after the 10.30am service. If you are able to help on a regular basis, please let the Church office know.

 

MEN'S BREAKFAST tomorrow!

Murray Sheard from CBM (Christian Blind Mission) will introduce CBM's work and give some reflections on disability and theology

Please register here

 

THURSDAY BIBLE STUDY

Bible Study will meet on Thursday, 17th September in the church Function Rooms from 1pm - 2:30pm.
The topic is Rebellion!
Please read 2 Samuel 13 and 18 and also 1 Kings 1
We will briefly consider events in the chapters in between, so feel free to read them in you choose.
Everyone is welcome to join in the discussion, so please invite your friend to join us!

For more information, please contact Sandy MacFarland on (09) 531 8210

 

Friday Friends

The Friday Friends Group will meet on 
Friday, 18th September @ 10am in the Lower Lounge.

All are welcome for morning coffee or tea and to meet with old and new friends.
There will be board games if you wish to do that, or you may like to bring your own.

For more information, contact Elizabeth Thompson on 021 045 6788.

 

Join us for a coffee and a play with your

ASD/ADHD child, 13 years and younger

Saturday, 19th September from 9.30am—11.30am

Cost: $2 per family.

Contact Talita on 021 132 8697 for more information

 

 

 

 

Have you been part of our church community for a while, but aren’t sure how to get involved?

Are you wondering whether there’s a place for someone like you to serve? The answer is yes! If you have a heart to serve and a desire to be part of what God is doing here, we welcome you to step in and make a difference. No matter your experience, there’s a place for you. 

Learn more about the many opportunities to serve.

 

We gently encourage you to remember St Columba in your will or estate plans. Bequests – no matter the size – can help us realize our visions for ministry and mission. If you would like to discuss this matter further, please feel free to talk to Caleb. Thank you for your faithful support.

Maitland MacFarlan (Board of Managers)

 

Offering

Request a giving number and more about other ways to give

Please note if you want a tax deductible receipt you must use a giving number.

 

MORE CONTENTS

Weekly Bulletin

Prayer Calendar

Presbyterian Support newsletter

 

  SEPTEMBER 2026 Prayer Calendar

 

TEARFUND APPEAL

Flash floods and mudslides have swept through communities in central Nepal, causing widespread devastation. Homes, roads and vital infrastructure have been destroyed, and the death toll continues to climb. Families have watched their homes and possessions wash away with many also desperately searching for loved ones. Cut off and facing this widespread damage, these communities need humanitarian assistance quickly. 

Recent reporting continues to warn of secondary flood risk linked to a debris-blocked or barrier lake near the flood site. Reuters reported warnings from Nepal and China that water was pooling in lakes formed by debris blockages, while ICIMOD-linked reporting notes that any remaining blockage in the Lhende Khola/Bhote Koshi system could generate another sudden release if it fails.

If you wish to donate, please click here

 

COMMUNITY NOTICES

 

 

BIBLE STUDY FELLOWSHIP

New Bible Study designed for high school students, university students, and young women.

This online Bible study offers a chance to grow in your faith and connect with God's Word.

Email bsfaksatew@gmail.com to receive the Zoom link.

 

 

STRENGTH & BALANCE CLASSES

Mondays and Fridays, 1pm - 2pm in the St Columba Church Function Rooms

Contact Graeme on 027 438 4731 or grey2856@yahoo.com

 

🎶 Looking for a place where your child can build confidence, develop musical skills, and discover the joy of singing?

At Cloud Children’s Choir, we believe every child has a voice worth sharing. Through singing and music-making, children develop not only vocal skills, but also confidence, creativity, teamwork, and self-expression.

Our rehearsals are filled with laughter, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging. Whether your child is an experienced singer or completely new to choir, they will be warmly welcomed into our supportive community.

🌟 Professional Vocal Training
🌟 Confidence & Teamwork
🌟 Performance Opportunities
🌟 Creativity Through Music
🌟 All Levels Welcome (Ages 6–13)

New members are always welcome, and we would love for your family to become part of our choir community.

🎵 Come and try a rehearsal session with us!

📧 thecloudchoir@gmail.com
📞 022 510 5446

We look forward to singing with you! 🎶☁️

 

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