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Mary's in MorningtonIf you see this message you are using an old unsupported browser - it is highly recommended you update to a modern browser to enhace your internet experience.
Worship
John 3:16
"For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life."
Service Times
Sunday 9:00 am
Communion service
A quieter devotional service, following the 1662 liturgy
or a service from the New Zealand prayer book
Sunday 10:00am
Coffee Connection;
Fellowship over tea or coffee and a bite to eat in St Anne's hall
We then move into the Church starting worship at 10:40 am. This is a family oriented service using the New Zealand prayer book service.
On the third Sunday of the month we have an 'all age' service.
Wednesday 10:00am
Our midweek service uses the 1662 communion liturgy and
is followed by morning tea
Communion
Whether it is called 'Communion'. 'the Eucharist' or 'the Lord's Supper', the sharing of bread and wine, in remembrance of Jesus Christ's death for us, is a central aspect of the communion service.
All the baptised are welcome to come and share communion.
Prayer
Prayer is an important part of all our lives and it plays a vital role in the community of St Mary's.
The prayer chain is a group of people who pray privately for those in any kind of need. Please contact Bev Aitkin (453 4584).
Education
Study and discipleship groups run both weekly, throughout the year and for specific periods, such as during Lent, the period before Easter. Confirmation classes can be arranged if required.
Baptisms
Baptism is an important step in the journey of following Christ. People are either baptised as adults or as infants at the request of their parents.
Weddings
St Mary's church is available for weddings. Please contact Rev John Sherlock to discuss your wishes and plans. Marriage preparation is provided.
Funerals
St Mary's is available for funeral services on request - these are organised by the funeral directors but are held in the church
Ministry
Matthew
28:19-20
"Go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you."
How to Find Us
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We are on the corner of WHITBY and LAWRENCE streets, behind the Mornington BP
Postal address
PO Box 7173, Mornington, Dunedin
Vicar: Rev John Sherlock
Telephone
Office: 453 6091
Home: 474 9334
Cell: 021 0707 276
Dunedin Hills Ministry Team
The St Mary's parish covers the suburbs of Mornington, Belleknowes, Maryhill and Clyde Hill.
However, people from wider Dunedin are part of our church family.
St Mary's is part of the Dunedin Hills Ministry partnership between St Mary's and St John's Roslyn. The two churches are independent parishes but are working co-operatively to help facilitate ministry and mission across the Dunedin hills area.
Vestry
Vicar's Warden
Felicity Bond 453 6111
People's Warden
Barrie Peake 477 4583
Treasurer
Alan Annis 474 9152
Synod Reps
Barrie Peake 477 4583
Bruce Moore 453 6562
Groups
Matthew
18:20
"For where two or three come together in my name, there am I with them."
Sunday School
Sunday School meets during the 10:00am service during school term time. There are three groups catering for ages 2-13. They do fun activities together before rejoining church for communion.
Contact: Caroline Officer (476 6101)
Music Minsistry
The choir and music group are led by Sally Hume. Practice is at 7.00pm on Thursdays.
Contact Sally (473 7945).
St Mary's Fellowship
St Mary's Fellowship meets on the first Monday of the month at 7.30pm to hear a speaker, or go on an occasional outing. All are welcome.
For further information please contact Margaret Arthur (453 4434).
The Prayer Chain
The prayer chain is a group of people who pray privately for those in any kind of need. Please contact Bev Aitkin (453 4584).
For further information Please contact Bev Aitkin (453 4584).
Pre-school Music
'Musicial Munchkins' operates on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10.00am. Music and movement is followed by morning tea.
Contact Caroline Officer (476 6101).
P.O.P. play group/coffee group
'Play on purpose,' Thursdays 1-3.00pm, run in conjunction with Dunedin City Baptist Church.
Contact Connie Sherlock (474 9334).
Indoor Bowls
During winter indoor bowls is played in the crypt on Thursdays at 7.30pm. Everybody is welcome, including those who have never played indoor bowls before.
Enquiries to Scott Gray (476 4191).
Alpha
An opportunity to explore the meaning of life and the Christian faith in a relaxed setting over ten thought-provoking weekly sessions and a day or weekend away.
Contact Connie Sherlock (474 9334).