Current sermon series
Who are you following? Everybody is following somebody or something. Put in another way, everyone is a disciple. The question is not, are you a disciple? It's who or what are you a disciple of? Two thousand years ago Jesus invited his first disciples to ‘come and follow me’ and over the last two millennia, millions of people have said ‘yes’ to Jesus’ invitation. It's changed not only their lives but the course of human history. But what does it mean to follow Jesus today and how do we follow Jesus in our busy digitally distracted and increasingly secular society?
This sermon series is about following Jesus the servant-king. It’s based on the gospel according to Mark. Mark is the shortest of the four gospels. By reading 1 chapter a day, you will have read it through in 16 days! Have a go at it. While the book of Mark is a fast-paced action-packed book, we will slow things down so that we can get the most out of it while maintaining the action!
The ultimate purpose and theme of Mark is to present and defend Jesus’ universal call to discipleship. Discipleship is a life long endeavour of following Jesus, making Him known and helping others do the same. Discipleship for Mark is essentially a relationship with Jesus, not merely following a certain code of conduct. Fellowship with Jesus marks the heart of the disciple’s life, and this fellowship includes trusting Him, confessing Him, taking note of His conduct, following His teaching, and being shaped by a relationship to Him. Discipleship also means being prepared to face the kind of rejection that Jesus faced!
So invite you into this exciting journey of following Jesus. Let us together learn and put into practice what it means to be with Him, become like Him and do as He did.
Kinyua Kathuri, Vicar
Car Boot Sale - Plus Clothes, coffee & convos!
Saturday 8 November • 9am–1pm
St Stephens Community Church, 61 Tahunanui Drive
Vendors: Registration now open!
Call or text Cathy to book on 021 115 1140.
10 car spaces – $10 each
2 car + trailer sites – $15 each
Be onsite 8:30am–1:15pm. Bring your own table/chair.
Selling? Anything goes – baking, crafts, plants, books, clothes, furniture & more.
Buying? Expect bargains galore – pre-loved clothes, fill-a-bag specials, and a tasty morning tea at a great price.
All welcome – come for the fun, stay for the deals!
A day of Prayer and Worship
A day to set aside to meet with God in prayer and song.
Prayer from 5am to 5pm
Worship service starts at 6pm
Saturday 15th November, followed by a shared dinner - please bring a plate.
Fundraising Sausage Sizzle for our Christmas Hamper Appeal
It is time again for our annual Christmas Hamper appeal, which provides food hampers to families in the community in need during the festive season.
The hampers are “great big buckets full of love”—filled with Christmas treats, snacks, pantry staples, and meal items designed to make the holiday special and relieve financial pressure. The goal is to show God’s love in a practical way and connect with the local community.
To support our Hamper Appeal, we’re running the BBQ at Mitre 10 on Saturday 29th November between 10am-4pm.
Please come and support this fantastic cause!