A warm, all-age church family on Halswell Road, opposite New World. Sunday mornings blend traditional and contemporary worship, with Kids Church for the young ones.
A blend of traditional and contemporary worship. Kids Church runs during term time.
Held in the hall.
Informal worship with a youth and families focus.
329 Halswell Road, Halswell, Christchurch 8025
Opposite the New World supermarket
Our 10.30am service is a blend of traditional and contemporary worship, led by our music team. Children start in church and then head to the hall for Kids Church during term time.
There’s a Kids’ Corner with toys for toddlers inside the church, so parents can still see and share in the service. Stay for a cuppa afterwards — we’d love to meet you.
An historic cemetery that has served the area since the late 19th century, with many historical graves. Spaces in the Columbarium Wall, for the interment of ashes, are available to members of the public.
Saturdays, 7.30am
St Mary’s Lounge
An interdenominational group who gather to study the Bible. We take turns leading, so everyone can grow in leading and discussion. Currently working through the Book of Daniel, one chapter at a time.
Contact Ormond Wilson · 03 322 8932 · o.wilson@xtra.co.nz
2nd & 4th Thursday, 7.00pm
In a home (hosted by Anna & Chris Rutherford)
Bible discussion and fellowship in a home, twice a month, led by Rev John Shoaf. All are welcome.
Contact Rev John Shoaf · 021 227 7365 (for address details)
Fridays, 9.45am – 10.30am (term time)
St Mary’s Hall
Music and dancing for preschoolers and babies with their parents, followed by free play — and a cuppa for the adults. No sessions in the school holidays.
Contact Sarah Mosley · 021 472 724 · sessmo9@gmail.com
Thursdays, 11.00am – 12 noon (term time)
St Mary’s Hall
A group fitness class run by a trained exercise professional, focusing on flexibility, balance and strength. Seated and standing, with no floor work — great after surgery or for keeping moving. Paid by the term. Accredited with Live Stronger for Longer.
Contact Krissy · 027 326 3958
Various — see below
Local retirement villages
We hold regular services in several local retirement villages, and everyone is welcome.
Rev John is looking for a volunteer to help with the Banbury Park service (20–30 people come). Let him or the office know if you can help.
St Mary’s Hall is busy with church and community groups. Hire the hall or lounge.
| Day | Time | Group |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 4.15pm | Sole Tap Studio |
| Tuesday | 10.30am | Tai Chi |
| Tuesday | 3.30pm | Brownies |
| Tuesday | 6.00pm | Guides |
| Thursday | 11.00am | Move it or Lose it |
| Friday | 9.45am | Li’l Boppers |
| Friday | 6.30pm | DOMINOS Youth Group |
| Saturday | 7.30am | Men’s Fellowship |
Our parish also includes All Saints, Prebbleton. The parish office is at St Mary’s, open Wednesday – Friday, 9.00am – 1.00pm.