Seniors

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"Boomers" and "Seniors" enjoy worshipping God together, growing in our faith by participating in small groups and serving God in our community and beyond.

 

 

Social Activities

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Pastoral Care

This is encouraged within the Home Groups. There is a Pastoral Care Team, who visit seniors or shut-ins periodically.

Contact Office if you require a visit or know someone who may.

 

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Aerobics Exercise Group

Meets in the Church Foyer every Tuesday morning @ 9.30am​

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Rosie's Recycled Clothing Shop

The shop, in Peel Street, is open Tuesday-Friday, 10.30am-3.30pm is managed by our church and staffed by volunteers. Profits are used to finance youth work and various community projects.

Contact: Lorna: (03) 693 8395 / 027 479 5508

 

 

Craft Creators

Friday mornings, 9.30am - noon for most of the year, in the church hall. A variety of crafts is offered by skilled tutors. There are morning tea and creche available. The nominal charge is $2 per session, with the cost of materials extra. Read more...

Contact: Karen Tarbotton (03) 303 7397.

 

 

Food Basket

At each Sunday service, there is a basket for donations of food, laundry and cleaning items, or money. These are collected and distributed to families in need by Peter and Jean to families in need. The service is totally confidential. Read more...

 

 

Retirement Home Services

Services are held once a month at each of the Retirement Homes, and church members are encouraged to join in and assist with the worship. Currently they're being run by Rev Alistair McNaughton, Jason Shaw, Bryan & Marie Morgan & Sonia Wells, along with a few musicians - Glenys Carson & Anne Tresize.

 

Service times are:

 

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• McKenzie Healthcare: Third Thursday of the month, 11:00am

• Waihi Lodge: Second Thursday of the month, 11:00am

 

 

Parishioners who have loved ones in care at either facility often accompany their family. Church attenders are always welcome to come and encouraged to assist the residents.