Current sermon series
Having read about the life and ministry of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Mark, we would like to study the life and ministry of His disciples as they continue Jesus’ ministry.
As we prepare ourselves, let me also connect our concluding sermon series on prayer and the topic of prayer in the book of Acts. In almost every chapter in Acts, you will find a reference to prayer, and the book makes it very clear that something happens when God’s people pray. Prayer was the heartbeat of the early church. These prayers were not ordinary: they were scripture-filled, Spirit-led, and faith-driven prayers. The disciples prayed for boldness, wisdom, healing, guidance, and deliverance, and God answered dramatically. Through prayer, prisoners were freed, the Holy Spirit was poured out, and entire cities were transformed.
In the words of Warren Wiersbe, “prayer is both the thermometer and the thermostat of the local church; for the ‘spiritual temperature’ either goes up or down, depending on how God’s people pray.” My desire is that we will continue to grow in how we infuse prayer in every aspect of our personal and church life.
Kinyua Kathuri, Vicar
Dealing with Tough Memories from the Past – Healing of Memories Ministry Training Course
Sat 19 - Sun 20 September
St Stephen’s Community Church, Tahunanui
Archdeacon Robin Kingston will be in Nelson to offer a short training course on the Healing of Memories Ministry – a Christian approach to helping people find freedom and healing from the effects of painful experiences.
Robin has been ministering in this area for more than 40 years, and has seen over 250 people experience significant relief from guilt, anger, bitterness and grief. The ministry centres on forgiveness, repentance, and encountering the love and healing of Jesus. The training will be a condensed version of Robin’s book, A Handbook for Healing of Memories Ministry, and will involve approximately six hours of training. Robin will be joined in this training by Rev Watiri Maina.
The exact times will be confirmed with those who register. Contact Archdeacon Robin Kingston at robin@htcgreymouth.co.nz or Rev Watiri Maina at revwatiri@gmail.com.
Monday Club – Fun, Friendship & Faith!
St Stephens Community Church warmly invites children aged 6–10 to join our exciting Monday Club at the Tahunanui Community Hub! Running every Monday during term time from 3:00pm to 4:15pm, starting 4th May, this free programme is packed with fun activities, music (waiata), engaging Jesus stories, and of course—free food!
It’s a great space for kids to make friends, have fun, and learn in a safe and welcoming environment.
Tahunanui Community Hub, 55/61 Muritai Street
Every Monday, 3:00–4:15pm (starting 4th May) term time
To register or find out more, contact Maria:
027 544 7102
office@ststephens.nz
We’d love to see your child there!
Christianity Explored
Have you ever had questions about Christianity and wished for a safe place to ask those questions?
Who did Jesus claim to be and why should we trust him?
Why did he die and did he really rise?
How does that affect me?
Whether you are a sceptic or a believer, a seasoned Christian or new to faith, young or old, this is a relaxed, welcoming space to explore together the claims of Christ.
Everyone is invited, and it’s a great opportunity to bring a friend along.
Join seven weekly conversations exploring who life is all about with an additional day away.
Wednesday evenings at 6pm starting on 5th August @ St Stephens. Each evening starts with having dinner together
Scan the QR code to register or email the office for more info at office@ststephens.nz