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New YOUTH Programme Launch

Posted on August 21, 2018December 17, 2018 by ICT Master

On Friday August 31st we are launching a new Youth Programme here at KBC. It is for Year 6-8 students and will run every second week during term time.

ACTIV8 (activate) is a place where young people can come and have fun in a safe environment and make positive life choices. It could be a night where we end up making banana splits but also try and fit one back into its skin!! Or it could be that we are racing up and down the auditorium trying to carry as many balloons as possible, or maybe even trying to shave one! ACTIV8 is a chance for young people to enjoy themselves and also start to grapple with the challenges of growing up as a young person today. We also look at topics as diverse as friendship, self-esteem and social justice. Continue reading New YOUTH Programme Launch

He Auaha Hou – Made New

Posted on July 2, 2018July 5, 2018 by ICT Master

He Auaha Hōu – Made New

Our theme for 2018 is Made New. This draws from the Thai New Year festival known as ‘Songkran’ and is a time of renewal, cleansing and honouring. It’s also a traditional festival that has been contextualised by the Church, symbolising forgiveness and renewal through the sacrifice of Christ on the cross. So we focus along these lines specifically concentrated on ‘A New Spirit’, ‘ A New Perspective’ and ‘A New Generation’.

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Matariki Dinner

Posted on June 18, 2018 by ICT Master

What better way to spend a cold winters night than with the church family! We had great food. great conversations and even let off a few fireworks to celebrate Matiriki. The night was all about getting to know one another better, learning about some of our history and having fun. Continue reading Matariki Dinner

Womens Retreat 2018

Posted on May 25, 2018May 29, 2018 by ICT Master

It is a good thing to make time. To set apart time to meet with one another and to meet with God. This weekend the women of our church are gathering together to deepen their relationships with one another and God. To weave their lives, their stories and their faith journeys together into a beautiful tapestry. “Threads of Grace.” Continue reading Womens Retreat 2018

New Preaching Series

Posted on April 4, 2018 by ICT Master

This week we will be beginning a six week series looking at Ephesians. We’re calling it a walk through, in essence we are just touching on some key points within the epistle.

Unlike many of Paul’s other Epistles, the letter to Ephesus is not written to confront a particular issue or heresy. It explains the nature and purpose of the church, the Body of Christ.

Come and join us over the next few weeks, as we take a walk through Ephesians.

Easter Service Times

Posted on March 26, 2018 by ICT Master

End of Life Choices Bill

Posted on February 13, 2018February 15, 2018 by ICT Master

Late last year the New Zealand Parliament voted to send the End of Life Choices Bill to Select Committee. Submissions from individuals and groups close on February 20th 2018. I believe that it is important that we, as Christians, are involved in this process; our voice needs to be heard. Continue reading End of Life Choices Bill

New Preaching Series

Posted on February 13, 2018February 13, 2018 by ICT Master

Starting: Next Week 25th February

Jesus, the man with many names.

As we approach Easter we will be
looking at some of the names that
highlight aspects of Jesus’ life and
character.

Come and discover more about
Jesus Christ; the central character of
human history.

Celebrating Baptism

Posted on February 5, 2018February 13, 2018 by ICT Master

Jesus commissioned us to go into all the world and make disciples and to baptize them (Matthew 28:19). So on an awesome summer’s afternoon a little while ago, an intrepid group headed for Ashley Gorge to do just that. Just like the early church we even ate together!! The water was warm and a suitably deep spot was found.

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Getting into the Great Outdoors

Posted on January 30, 2018February 13, 2018 by ICT Master

Back in November, a keen group of adventurers headed off on a four-wheel drive adventure. The day was great, the company fantastic and the joy of going out into our magnificent back country made for lots of fun.

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