Funding Appeal – Youth Ministry – We made it !
Thanks to your incredible generosity, we have reached our Youth Minister Appeal goal of $55,000! Your support has been such a blessing. Whether you have contributed a lump sum or ongoing donation
This means we can fully fund Ben’s salary this year and ministry costs, and also his visa application. If you missed out on the opportunity to support him, please continue to donate as the funds will support him into the following year.
Thank you for investing in the next generation and helping this vital ministry continue to flourish. We are deeply grateful for every single contribution that made this possible.
KAC Donation Request for Tools
We’re in need of a few tools to help us keep things running smoothly around our property. Do you have any of these items sitting unused in your garage or shed that you might be able to donate to us.
We’re looking for:
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Screwdriver set – Phillips, flat, square (various sizes)
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Small socket set – metric
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Carpenter’s hammer
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Pliers – different sizes and types
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Wire cutters
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Utility knife + extra blades
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Screws – various sizes and types
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Organising box or drawer for screws and small bits
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Makita 40V Drill Driver (tool only – we already have batteries)
If you have any of these to spare, please let us know. Your generosity—big or small—will make a real difference. Please drop them to the office at 170 Karori Road or to the church during the services.
Gill Du Toit – Property Manager
Jan Peleton
Jan’s funeral was held on Monday 11th here at St Mary’s, thank you to all who came to celebrate her life.
Jan has been an active member of our 9am congregation for many years. She passed away peacefully on 3 August 2025, aged 94. A much loved mother of Philip, wife of Claude (dec), daughter of Molly and Lyndon, sister to Gillian, and beloved aunt to Andy, Pip, Jared, Cameron, Brooke, Daniel and Angus.
Games Night Wednesday 20th
Games night is back on wednesday next week. Invite your friends and neighbours for a night of fun, See you at 7pm at Te Korōria
Youth Weekend Away
We have 12 signed up already. So, if you would like to come, please contact Ben at ben@karorianglican.org.nz or send him a message at 0210342751. Even if you’d like to come along, please get in touch as we need a rough estimate of numbers to book the space. 28th – 30th November – Camp Kaitoke.
New To Karori Anglican? You are Invited!
If you’ve joined Karori Anglican in the past 12 months or so, we’d love to invite you to our Newcomers Dinner — a relaxed evening to meet the staff team, hear more about how the church works, discover what is on offer, opportunities to get involved, and ask any questions you may have.
When: Monday 1 September, 6.30pm
Where: Te Korōria
RSVP: office@karorianglican.org.nz
This evening is especially for those who are still settling in or exploring what being part of Karori Anglican might look like — so if that’s you, we’d love to see you there!
Trainee Counsellor
Mind Health – Half Price Counselling
If this is the year you’ve thought about changing some things in your life or wondered about talking to a counsellor, take advantage of our 50% off discount for new adult clients, on specific days throughout the months of July and August. This is limited to the first 50 bookings so don’t miss out on this amazing deal!
Date: On sale from July 18th 2025 to August 31st 2025
Location: Available on specific days for online sessions, or in person at our Riccarton Christchurch office, or in person in Karori/Kapiti Wellington.
Please click here for more information and to purchase – https://quickytix.com/tickets/1038/details
Vicarage Rooms For Rent – Price Drop
We have 2 rooms available in our Vicarage Residence. If yourself or anyone you know is interested please email the ben@karorianglican.org.nz, or click through to the rental site:
Intermediate Youth – CHAOS
Thursday 14th August 6pm – Who killed Dr. Black? Was it Kimberli with the gun in the Ballroom or someone else? Dinner provided. 170 Karori Road
Thursday 21st August 6pm – CHALLENGES. Not one, not two, but many many many challenges. Dinner provided.
Youth – The Collective
Friday 15th August 6pm – We will be spending a night watching, creating, performing, and judging skits. Dinner for a gold coin. 170 Karori Road
Friday 22nd August 6pm – Beat the LEADERS. Measure up your strength, dexterity and wit against our leaders. Dinner for a Gold Coin.
Key upcoming dates:
- Games Night – Wednesday 20th August 7pm Te Korōria
- Intermediate Youth – Thursday 21st August 6pm
- Youth – Friday 22nd August 6pm
- Trailmixers – Saturday 30th August
- New Comers Dinner – Monday 1st September 6:30pm
- Youth Camp – 28th November
