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The Messenger
April 2019
Monthly magazine of St Peter’s Terrace End
Website: http://www.stpeterspn.org.nz
ST PETER'S ANGLICAN CHURCH Weekly Events
229 Ruahine St., PO Box 5134 Mondays
Terrace End. Palmerston North 3:40pm Ukelele Group (all ages) meets on Mondays
Phone/Fax: (06) 358-5403 in the hall during term time. Come 10 minutes early
for a cuppa. All welcome.
E-mail: stpeters@inspire.net.nz
Tuesdays
8:45am Morning Prayer
Church Wardens
John Freebairn (Bishop’s)….. 351 4706 Wednesdays
8:45am Morning Prayer
Yvonne Rae (People’s) ……. 358 3962 10am Holy Communion
Priest Assistant Thursdays
Rev Amy Houben ………027 268 7816 8:45am Morning Prayer
10am Study Group meets at Adrienne and Max’s
Hon Priest Associate home 6a Franklin Ave. Phone 359-0581 for more info.
Rev Geneth Davies ………… 357 8481 Fridays during term time
Rev Ross Downes ………….. 323 2035 9:30am Young Mothers’ Craft Group. For more info
contact Jeannie: phone 357 1058
Hon Vocational Deacon
Rev Faye Davenport ……….. 358 1520 Sundays
8am Holy Communion
Vestry Members 10am Eucharist
David Barrett ………………. 358 8798 10am Children’s Church
Rae Callahan ......................... 357 3970
John Freebairn ....................... 351 4706 Other Events this Month
Ritchie De Montalk ............... 356 2300 Tuesday 2 April
Sheila Jolley…………………357 8276 12:15pm Lunchtime concert: Jazz and classical music
by Chris Dann & Nicky Wuts
Caroline Roche …………….. 356 4102
Wayne Stokes ................. 027 408 1637 Wednesday 3 April
Githa Warrington .................. 357 3859 11.15pm AAW Women’s Fellowship
Wednesdays 3, 10, 17 April
Parish Treasurer 7pm Parish Lenten studies continue
Heather Tootell …………….. 357 5151
Sunday 7 April
10am Harvest Festival
Church Contacts
Wednesday 10 April
AAW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . …. 350 3184 12noon Senior Lunch
Endowment Trust . . . . …….. 357 3970
Flower Guild . . . . . . . . . . …. 350 3082 Friday 12 April
Junior Church . . . . . . . . . 022 222 6425 2pm Walking the Labyrinth
Missions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 027 408 1637 Saturday 13 April
Pastoral Care . . . . . . . . . . …. 358 5403 10am Walking the Labyrinth
Prayer Chain . . . . . . . . . . …. 358 5981
Note from the Editors: any articles not attributed to anyone are written by the editors.
Contributions from parishioners will be warmly welcomed – subject to possible editing!Greetings parishioners As I sit to pen a few words to the Parish, I have to say that it has been a tough week. Most of the difficulty of the week has of course swirled round that catastrophic event in Christchurch. I cannot recall any other single event in the history of New Zealand that has had such profound global effects. It has been tough. As one would expect, responses have been varied. I even heard of one ‘Church’ leader being offended by the Muslim call to prayer. My understanding of this protest was that it was a very small and lonely voice that got no traction in the global scene. Several things however, did gladden my heart in the midst of the deep grief. The Archbishop of Canterbury declared that to Hate Muslims was to blaspheme against Jesus. In saying this he was absolutely correct. 1 John 3:11 and following makes it quite clear that if we cannot love one another, then neither can we claim to love God. For some Christians, this is hard teaching, but in fact it is what we are called to recognise. We heard a phrase being used, over and over: ‘This is the end of our innocence’. One needs to say that this does not mean a call to guilt, but rather, we are talking of the end of the time when we can claim to be unaware of disturbing stirring in our culture. More than ever, now, we need to speak with a single voice and say no to this trend. Ultra-Right wing stirrings can only grow when they are nurtured by our culture. We must ensure that they die of starvation. And finally, at the risk of sounding political (which I do not intend) I agree with the world wide appreciation of the leadership of our Prime Minister. She has unhesitatingly shown compassion and decisive Leadership. We should be proud of her. Going forward from here, the Parish also needs to embrace change. How we practice our faith will continue to change but one thing will be clear, we must work together in unison and support our leadership. Embrace that other phrase we are hearing constantly at the moment, ‘Kia Kaha’. God Bless, Ross
Reverend Anne Chrisp
40 Batt Street
West End
Palmerston North 4410
____________________________________________________________________
March 7, 2019
St Peter’s Anglican Church
PO Box 5134
Palmerston North 4414
Dear Vestry and Parishioners of St Peter’s
I was surprised and delighted at the farewell function you organised on 24 February. Thank you for your
contribution, whether it was in bringing food for lunch, holding the pounamu pendant, or just being there. I
appreciate it.
In particular, I wish to thank the choir whose beautiful sung blessing was so moving, and the Wardens for their
surreptitious plotting!
My heart was filled with your graciousness and love. I will not forget your kindness. Thank you all.
I hold the parish in my prayers, particularly during this in-between time, and hope that we meet up again soon.
Blessings,
Anne ChrispFrom the Registers
No Weddings, Funerals or Baptisms to record.
Holy Week and Easter Services
Monday 15 April
7.00pm – Chrism Service: Blessing of Oils, St Johns Feilding
7.00pm – Devotions, St Peters
Tuesday 16 to Thursday 18 April
8.45am Daily Prayers
Tuesday 16 April
7.00pm - Eucharist
Wednesday 17 April
10.00am – Holy Communion
7.00pm – Eucharist
Maundy Thursday 18 April
7.00pm – Foot Washing Service
Good Friday 19 April
10.00am – with Camerata Choir
Easter Vigil Saturday 20April
7.00pm - Live Fire Vigil
Easter Day Sunday 21 April
8.00am – Holy Communion
10.00am - EucharistConfirmation Planning As a general rule, our Bishop comes to see us at least once a year. For our part, we plan for his coming by preparing candidates for Confirmation or the Renewal of Baptismal vows. We have been given a December date for the Bishop to come and see us this year and so instead of waiting until later in the year, we have decided to get on with the Confirmation planning as soon as possible. The first step is to identify candidates. If you are a person who would like to be confirmed, if you have a family member you would like confirmed or if you would like to renew your Baptismal vows, could you let us know by contacting the parish office and leaving your contact details with Joanna. For confirmation, the preferred age is at least 13. This year, we are also happy to offer admission to communion classes for younger, but baptised children. These classes would be open to any children who want to learn (plus their parent/s if they want to sit in). These lessons would take the form of appropriate instruction about the communion service. If there are children who would like to have these lessons, but they are not yet baptized, we can arrange for that as well. Could families please contact the parish office and give your contact details to Joanna. Ross
Walking the Labyrinth Have you ever wondered about the labyrinth mown into the lawn behind the hall - what it is for and how to use it? If you would like to find out more, and to explore walking this ancient tool for spiritual growth, come along to one of two sessions: on Friday 12 April at 2 pm or on Saturday 13 April at 10 am. Each session will be approximately 2 hours long. Please let Anne know if you would like to come and when, by email to anne_chrisp@me.com or phone 358 0712. Koha appreciated. Rev Anne Chrisp Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday is the Christian Holy Day falling on the Thursday prior to Easter, which commemorates the foot washing (Maundy) and Last Supper of Jesus Christ. It is the first of three days of solemn remembrance of the events leading up to and immediately after the crucifixion of Jesus. There are two different views on the derivation of the word ‘Maundy’. Perhaps the most familiar is that it is derived from the Latin mandatum (or in English, ‘mandate’), which appears at the beginning of the phrase “A new commandment I give you…” when Jesus explained to the Apostles the significance of his washing their feet (John 13:34) on the last night before his betrayal and arrest. The other view is that Maundy derives from the Latin mendicare and the French mendier (to bag). Hence the ‘Maundy purses’ of alms handed out by the kings of England starting with Edward I to the poor at Whitehall before attending Mass. In the UK the Monarch offers ‘alms ‘on Maundy Thursday to selected senior citizens, one man and one woman, for each day of the sovereign’s age. These coins are known as Maundy Money, are given in red and white purses, and are especially minted as legal tender. The ‘seven churches visitation’ is a practice in many countries, whereby worshipers, following Mass of the Lord’s Supper, travel to nearby churches. It is
usually an urban phenomenon due to the close proximity of the participating churches. This visitation is based on an ancient practice probably originating in Rome where pilgrims visited the seven basilicas as penance. Nowadays it may involve seven or 14 (as in India) churches, or no particular number. Maundy Thursday is named in various ways around the world and may be associated with different customs. In the UK, that practice of ‘alms’ has been mentioned above. In the Netherlands and Belgium it is known as White Thursday after the liturgical colour of the day. In the Czech Republic and Slovakia it is called Green Thursday due to the typical meal of fresh green vegetables. In Sweden it can be connected to old folklore as the day of the witches, and children might dress up suitably and go door knocking for coins and candy (green veges would be better for them!). And in Bulgaria it is called Great Thursday when people colour their Easter eggs and perform other household chores in preparation for Easter. March 15th 2019 Everyone has been deeply affected and saddened by the horrific shootings in Christchurch. Our church held an impromptu vigil on Saturday 16 th and some members went to the mosque on Friday for the special remembrance. As part of the commemoration, the diocese asked that the bells of the churches be rung 50 times at 3pm on Friday 22nd. St Peters bell was rung by Graham Warrington with Adrienne Downs assisting with the counting. We all share in the shock of such a mindless attack on the mosques and our thoughts are with those who are left to pick up the pieces of their lives.
New Vestry Members I want to thank the people of St. Peter’s Parish for their welcome and friendship. Admission to the Vestry of St Peter’s completes a circle for me that commenced with my election to the Parish Church Council of St James the Great in Wrightington, Lancashire, England. My husband and I arrived in New Zealand in 1967. We have three daughters. I have been a member of management positions in a multitude of voluntary and paid organizations, ranging from Secretary of the Family Planning Committee to membership of the City Council Committee for Sport and Recreation. I was employed as Managing Director of the Palmerston North YWCA for two years and elected to the Board of Trustees at Palmerston North Girls High School. In 2001 I was invited to serve on the Parliamentary Committee for the writing of the Technology in the New Zealand Curriculum document. I was later employed by Massey University to guide the development of contracts in schools for this document. Later I took over the management of this process which included writing contracts and managing the process for the Ministry of Education. It is a pleasure and a privilege to be able to serve the parish on Vestry. Sheila Jolley I started my faith journey some 15 years ago and for the last 3 years I have attended St Peters, after a long association with Aokautere church. I am an associate professor in the Resource and Environmental Planning Programme at Massey University and was a practicing planner for many years including ten years at the Palmerston North City Council. In terms of my governance experience I was a member and then chair of the Caccia Birch Trust Board and for seven years was a board member of the New Zealand Planning Institute, planning’s professional body. In my spare time I garden, cook and knit blankets for the Neonatal Unit at the hospital. I look forward to my tenure on St Peter's Vestry and an on-going association with the Parish. Caroline Roche
AAW – Women’s Fellowship Wednesday 6th March saw our Group in the St Peter’s Church Hall and Community Centre for our monthly Meeting. This month we were pleased to welcome one of our members, Githa Warrington as our Guest Speaker. Githa gave us a fascinating account of the off stage preparation and work associated with the production of live stage shows here in Palmerston North from both her and husband Graeme’s experiences. Githa gave real meaning to the saying ‘The Show must go on’! Pat Wells thanked Githa for sharing their interests in live theatre with us and presented her with a gift of appreciation from the Group. Our next Meeting will be on Wednesday 3rd April when Rev’d Geneth Davies will be our Guest Speaker. Geneth will be speaking to us about the season of Lent and the meaning of this time in the Church year. Please be at St Peter’s Hall at 11.15am for an 11.30am shared meal. We ask that you bring a plate of food towards the shared meal. Any enquiries please contact Janice Viles at ph. 3503184, email janiceviles4@gmail.com or Penny Merrall ph 3571337, email mpj59@xtra.co.nz. All welcome. 7 April is World Health day April 7 of each year marks the celebration of World Health Day. The celebration aims to create awareness of a specific health theme to highlight a priority area of concern for the World Health Organization (WHO). Over the past 50 years this has brought to light important health issues such as mental health, maternal and child care, and climate change. The celebration is marked by activities which extend beyond the day itself and serves as an opportunity to focus worldwide attention on these important aspects of global health. Universal health coverage – the bigger picture is WHO’s number one goal. Key to achieving it is ensuring that everyone can obtain the care they need, when they need it, right in the heart of the community. Progress is being made in countries in all regions of the world. But millions of people still have no access at all to health care. Millions more are forced to choose between health care and other daily expenses such as food,
clothing and even a home. This is why WHO is focusing on universal health coverage for this year’s World Health Day. World Health Day 2019 falls midway between the Global Conference on Primary Health Care held in Astana, Kazakhstan in October 2018 and the High-level Meeting on universal health coverage to be held at the United Nations General Assembly in September 2019. The Day is one of many opportunities to communicate about the importance of equity in health-care services, for not only the health of individuals, but also for the health of economies and society at large. The campaign also presents an opportunity for ministers of health and other government decision-makers to commit to taking action to address gaps in universal health coverage in their countries, as well as to highlight progress that has already been made. Let’s take an on-going interest in and increase our awareness of the bigger picture of universal health coverage. Let’s remember in our prayers those people in areas of the world where the resources for quality health care are not equitably distributed. For further resources visit: www.who.int/westernpacific/news/events/world- health-day. Bible verse: John chapter 8, verse 12: Jesus spoke to the people and said: “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” Rev Faye Davenport RN Parish AGM The AGM was held on 24th March 2019. A large number of parishioners enjoyed a tasty morning tea before settling down to business. The Chairperson, John Freebairn (Bishop’s Warden), introduced himself, the People’s Warden Yvonne Rae, and the Parish Secretary/Administrator Joanna Boyd. Ross Downes opened the meeting with prayer. Apologies from a number of parishioners were accepted and attendees were asked to sign the Attendance Sheet which was circulated.
The Treasurer, Heather Tootell briefly commented on the financial statements as
presented, noting that $400 was to be deducted from the total. Overall, the
financial situation is good. Her report was received and Heather was thanked by
acclamation for her work.
The minutes of the last AGM on 18th March 2018 were passed and there were no
Matters Arising that would not be discussed later in the meeting. A
comprehensive list of Reports that had already been tabled in the AGM booklet
were then taken as read and passed.
Most Vestry members had been elected last year and, according to Diocesan
rules, were therefore not required to be re-elected for another year. However,
there were some vacancies caused by retirements and relocation and nominations
were received for Caroline Roche, Sheila Jolley and David Barrett. One
parishioner raised several points of order relating to inclusion on the parish roll,
but these were all declined by the meeting. The three new nominees were duly
elected. Other representatives are:- ACROSS Max Tregonning, Cathedral Link
Angus Kirk, Massey University Chaplaincy Ritchie de Montalk, Mission
Motivator Wayne Stokes, Anglican Trust for Children Rae Callahan and Mark
Dobson. The Chairperson thanked the retiring vestry members, Ally Sewell,
Heather Tootell and Jesvin Abraham, and flowers were presented to Ally (former
Vicar’s Warden) and Heather (Treasurer).
The item most parishioners were waiting to hear about was the only one in
General Business – earthquake strengthening. John Freebairn and Rae Callahan
reported that there had been difficulties getting contractors to quote although one
quote had been received indicating that the cost was not going to be as bad as
anticipated. However, difficulties sourcing materials had also been a difficulty
and it seemed that the job could only be done by contractors from Auckland or
Christchurch. Silvester Clark are aware of the parish’s concerns over the delay
and it is hoped to have more details before too long. A Special General Meeting
will be held once there is definite news. The meeting concluded with everyone
joining in The Grace.
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359 3553 Manchester Square FeildingElectronic Communications Electronic Payments Many parishioners are already using automatic payments for regular giving, thank you. In addition, some are making one-off payments (such as gifts for Anne, donations to Christchurch, IRD donation rebates and even paying for raffle tickets) direct to the Parish bank account. Using electronic methods of paying money to the church reduces office administration and gives good records (keeping our reviewers happy and therefore reducing costs). You can do this on-line or in person at the bank - just ask the teller to include your name and a description of what the money is for. The parish bank account number is: 01 0755 0005301 00. A yellow leaflet titled ‘Setting up an Automatic Payment for Parish Giving’ can be found in the south porch. If you would like any further assistance please contact Joanna in the office. Receiving Messenger and Fisherfolk If you prefer to receive Messenger and Fisherfolk via email please ensure Joanna in the office has your up-to-date email address. They can also be accessed via the parish website and of course in booklet form. Parish Website Our Parish web address is: www.stpeterspn.org.nz. Do explore the page and feel free to offer any suggestions or feedback on how we can alter or improve it. Parish Facebook Page If you are signed up to Facebook you can join our Facebook page. It is called ‘Fisherfolk of St. Peters Palmerston North’. This is a ‘closed’ or ‘private’ group just for people belonging or closely associated with our Parish. We also have a second Facebook page that is ‘open’ to the public called ‘St. Peters Anglican Church Palmerston North’ where we advertise events. Movement Online Movement Online is our Diocesan webpage that is regularly updated with news and events, Bishops’ letters, training opportunities, vacancies, and much more. The web address is: www.movementonline.org.nz. It is a great way of keeping up-to-date with things happening around our Diocese. Rev Amy and Heather Tootell
Lunchtime Concert
A larger audience than usual enjoyed a superb recital by Ingrid Vlieg, clarinet,
accompanied by Guy Donaldson on piano. The programme commenced with a
lyrical Canzonetta by Gabriel Pierne (late 19th century) with lovely melodies
hinting of Siciliano in the dotted rhythms.
Three Etudes on Themes of Gershwin composed by Paul Harvey in 1935
followed. These were unaccompanied virtuoso works which showed off the
versatility of the instrument and the wonderful musicality and technical skill of
Ingrid. Paul Harvey was born in the same year that Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess”
was first performed and his contemporary compositional techniques added
another dimension to Gershwin’s melodies.
The final work was a three movement Concerto for Clarinet by Franz Krommer
who was composing around the same time as Mozart. This was a showcase not
only for the clarinet but also the piano accompaniment and both Ingrid and Guy
displayed their considerable skills and technique and their instruments. The final
movement was a lively Rondo which was a delightful way to finish the
programme. The audience clearly appreciated the work which had been done by
these musicians to provide such a brilliant performance.
Ingrid Vleig and Guy Donaldson
Next month, Nicky Wuts and Chris Dann will give a programme of jazz and
classical music which will no doubt be most entertaining: we hope to see you at
12.15pm on Tuesday 3 April.Live Fire Vigil
This vigil, to be celebrated at St Peter’s on Saturday 20 April, Easter Eve at 7pm,
is a service which has been held since early Christian times.
Traditionally, this vigil is between sunset on Saturday and sunrise on Easter
Sunday and is a meditation on the wonders God has done, trusting in His Word
and Promises, and rebirth symbolised by baptism.
The live fire is kindled outside the church and the Paschal Candle is blessed. The
candle is then brought into the church in darkness with the acclamation “Light of
Christ” stated three times followed by a congregational response of “Thanks be
to God”. The lights of the church are then turned on as the Candle is placed in the
sanctuary where it is lit throughout the season of Easter.
The traditional readings are twelve from the Old Testament, from Genesis to
Daniel. In modern times, these are often shortened to just three.
Although the custom of Live Fire Vigil is mainly Roman Catholic, it has become
more common in the Anglican churches in recent decades. The four part service
is often used – the service of light (fire and candle), the reading of the lessons,
the renewal of baptismal vows and, if in the early hours of Easter Sunday, the
administration of Holy Communion. Sometimes this service is used as a time for
baptisms or even confirmation if there is a bishop present.
St Peter’s follows some of these traditions but it is not always possible to
implement all the aspects of the service. However, it is important to know where
the tradition has come from and its significance today.
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Kids’ Corner Hi kids, Here’s a picture for you to colour. It is about Jesus washing the disciples’ feet. Please remember to bring your work into the parish office, and we might find a surprise for you!
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