Happy 2nd Birthday Te Korōria !
It has been 2 years since the opening of Te Korōria and what a 2 years it has been! Here are some images to sum it all up. Thank you to everyone who has supported its journey, and continue to do so.
Alpha – Thank You!
Heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported the just-completed Alpha Course. Your provision of food, practical assistance and prayer support has been hugely appreciated! Thank you from the Alpha team and guests.
Vicarage Rooms For Rent
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:
Parish Dinner AUGUST 2nd
Thank you so much to those who have already offered to host and be guests – we love your prompt response. Click here for more information and to sign up! Parish Dinner 2025 Info Doc
Hosts – We will be in touch with your hosts package very shortly so keep an eye out
Guests – More detailed information to come on your role for the dinner! Stay Tuned
Funding Appeal – Support our Youth Ministry
We are aiming to raise $50,000 to sustain this important ministry. Thank you to those who have already responded, we are on our way with $14,100 already pledged/donated.
If you are able to support this work, please make a donation to:
Karori Anglican Church
Account: 02 0500 0019955 00
Reference: Youth Work
Every dollar makes a difference and directly impacts the lives of our young people. Thank you for being part of this mission and for investing in the future of our faith community.
Since joining Karori Anglican in August 2022, Ben, our Youth Minister, has brought energy, heart, and vision to our Youth Ministry. Under his faithful and consistent leadership, this vital area of parish life has flourished — young people are growing in their faith, forming meaningful connections, and becoming active participants in the life of our church.
Ben’s ministry is more than weekly gatherings and youth events. He is mentoring teens, supporting families, building bridges between generations, and creating a safe, Christ-centred space where our young people feel valued, heard, and inspired to follow Jesus.
All of this is only possible through the generosity of our church community. The funds raised previously to support this ministry have now been fully used. To continue this transformative work, we are launching a Youth Ministry Funding Appeal and are asking you to prayerfully consider contributing towards Ben’s ongoing salary and ministry costs.
Parish Communities
Trail Mixers
Please invite your friends along to join us for the next walk. Mark your calendar for Saturday 26 July 8.45am (for a 9.00 am departure) at Te Korōria Cafe, 170 Karori Road (near St Mary’s Church), bring a friend (two-legged or four-legged), good shoes, all weather clothing and join us as we walk and chat. We will head up Hatton Street, to Johnson Hill and back down via Parkvale Road (1.5-2 hours). Join us for a coffee and relax afterwards. If the weather is wet we’ll make a call either the night before or on the day. Keep an eye on the I LOVE KARORI!! facebook page for updates.
Intermediate Youth Camp!
If your Intermediate ages Kids are interested in the AYM Intermediates Camp. Please get in contact with Ben at ben@karorianglican.org.nz or via text at 0210342751
The Camp will be held at Foxton Bible Camp from the 8-10th of August. The cost $110
Intermediate Youth – CHAOS
Thursday 17th July 6pm – The best way to start off CHAOS in term 3, is by playing the CHAOS game! Dinner provided.
Thursday 24th July 6pm – Who will be the most chaotic cook? Meet 6pm 170 Karori Road
Youth – The Collective
Friday 18th July 6pm – Come along for a night of fun and all sorts of games. Dinner for a gold coin.
Friday 24th July 6pm – We are going bowling! meet at Bowlarama at 6:30pm. If you need a ride please meet at Te Korōria at 6pm. Cost is $20, if cost is a barrier please contact ben@karorianglican.org.nz
Welcome Packs
New to Church? Want to get the newsletter? Want to get involved? Our welcome packs are now available in the Gathering Area at our Sunday services with all the information you need. If you would like to get involved in the church community, please fill out the welcome card. Those who have taken welcome packs please return your filled in welcome card to the welcome table or Ian. You can also return these to one of our welcomers at the welcome table at our services, to the mail box on 170 Karori Road, or to Zoe in the Karori Anglican Church offices.
Samuel Marsden Open Day
Families considering a Marsden education are warmly invited to Marsden‘s final Open Day for 2025 on Friday 15 August, 8.45am–12.00pm. Please register at www.marsden.school.nz/news-events/experience-marsden/open-days
Applications for Marsden‘s 2026 Māori & Pasifika, Ad Summa, General Excellence and Sporting Excellence Scholarships close on 22 August. For more information and to apply, visit www.marsden.school.nz/enrolments/scholarships
Key upcoming dates:
- Intermediate Youth – Thursday 24th July 6pm
- Youth – Friday 25th July 6pm
- Trail Mixers – Saturday 26th July 8:45am meet
- Parish Dinner – 2nd August
- Contemplative Prayer Service – Monday 4th August 7:30pm St Mary’s Church
- Games Night – Wednesday 20th August 7pm meet
- Youth Camp – 28th November
