Weekly notices - 27 Sep 2026
Welcome
Thank you for joining us if you came along to our Sunday Service, and a special welcome if you are new here!
We have 83 people registered for camp at the time of writing, this is incredible! A few of us went out to site on Thursday and it has had significant improvements and is looking good. With registrations coming in fast we have been able to upgrade some aspects of camp. I can’t wait!
If you would like to revisit todays or one of our previous services pop over to our Sermons page.
Kia tau te rangimarie,
Carolyn.
Notices
Baptism
Have you wondered about Baptism? This is a public commitment to follow Jesus.
If you would like to know more about baptism or you would like to get baptised, get in touch!
No Vote Uncounted
Enrolment deadlines have changed. Hundreds of thousands could miss out on voting. Let’s ensure our neighbours’ voices get heard in the 2026 general election.
Common Grace are organising to enrol people to vote and to remind them to follow through and vote this election.
You must enrol, or update your details by 25 October if you want to vote.
Check you're enrolled here:
Free text 3676 to get a form posted
Eco Tip from Eco Church
Find your nearest soft plastic recycling drop-off point: www.recycling.kiwi.nz/store-locator Plastic that you can scrunch in your hand must be clean, dry and empty, and not compostable.
Upcoming Events
Taster Small Groups
Fortnightly. Five sessions. No further commitment.
Drawing on the work of Dr Curt Thompson and Pete Scazzero, combining imaginative prayer, neuroscience and emotionally healthy spirituality. Both cover the same topics.
Each group runs for five consecutive fortnights. That’s the only commitment, hence “Taster”.
Open Group | Tues 13 Oct | 7-9pm | All Welcome | Shirley
Men’s Group | Tues 20 Oct | 7-9pm | Shirley
To find out more, contact Bruce Fraser on 021 056 7358
Walking with the Prince of Peace
A seminar hosted by the Anglican Pacifist Fellowship to consider current world issues and Christian peace-making responses and resources. Attendance at individual presentations or for the whole day is welcome.
Sessions include:
Why I am a Pacifist - Whenua, Whanau and Faith. The Venerable Indrea Alexander shares her story.
Ongoing Effects of Nuclear Testing in the Pacific. Miriam Dixon, Senior Technician, PHF Science National Centre for Radiation Science (NCRS), will share a recent review of ongoing environmental, social and health impacts.
Military spending and issues to raise with election candidates.
Making Peace with Violent Apocalyptic Imagery? A Bible Study based on the book of Revelation - Revd Dr Sue Genner.
17 Oct 2026 | 9:30am -3:30pm | All Saints Burwood
Register by 14 Oct 2026 forms.gle/DNVDj1LWbasMo2xp8
For further information: apfnzsecretary@gmail.com Venerable Indrea Alexander.
Commemorating Parihaka
Commemorating the historical events of 5 November 1881, the Crown invasion of the peaceful Taranaki village of Parihaka and its philosophy of peace and reconciliation through non-violence.
Community Discussion Group
All Saints Community Hall | Weds 28 Oct | 7.30-9pm
Ngā Manu Kōrihi Ōtautahi
LIGHTS AND LOLLIES
Come by with your whānau for fun, food, games, great vibes and lollies!
Free registration! Be quick to register as there will be a limited number of complimentary kids meal provided by Empire Chicken.
Free Hot Chocolates and Water available.
Sat 31 Oct | 4 – 7pm | Cardboard Cathedral
events.humanitix.com/lights-and-lollies-at-the-cardboard-cathedral
Visit our Church Camp event page for more details!
Opportunities to Serve
Our community thrives because of the wonderful people who generously share their time, energy, and talents.
Whether you are looking to make new friends, grow in your faith, or give back to the Burwood and wider Christchurch community, there is a place for you here.
Serving together is one of the best ways to connect and feel at home in our church family.
Ready to find your fit?
Contact Guy and we’ll help you find a role that fits your schedule and gifts.
All Saints Community Facility
Our Gift Registry is now closed. We are deeply grateful for every contribution that has helped bring our community venue to life. Your generosity has already made a meaningful difference.
If you’d like to support the ongoing costs of providing this space to our community, you can still make a secure donation!
This money is tax deductible so you can claim back 1/3 of it at the end of the financial year.
Giving
We are so grateful to all those who contribute financially to the life of the church. You are helping to ensure that All Saints can continue to thrive and grow for future generations.
If you would like to join those who give regularly, you can find all the details you’ll need on the Giving Page.
What’s On
You can find out about all what’s happening at All Saints on our What’s On page.
Readings for next week
Isa 5:1-7 Ps 80:9-17 Phil 3:4b-14 Matt 21:33-46
Need prayer?
We’d love to pray for you. Just fill in this quick online Prayer Request form