St Clements Anglican Church

20/04/2025

He is risen! Easter reminds us of hope, renewal, and unconditional love. May today bring peace to your heart and joy to your whānau. Happy Easter from all of us to you.

Kāore ia i konei; kua ara ia, kia rite ki tāna i kī ai.”
(Matiu 28:6)

“He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.”

18/04/2025

Easter Sunday Service – 20th April 2025

Nau mai haere mai! Join us this Sunday at 9am at St Clement’s Māori Anglican Church, Ahipara as we gather in aroha to celebrate the resurrection of Christ.

All are welcome – bring your friends and whānau!

20/11/2024

Ngā mihi nui ki ngā wāhine toa o Te Tai Tokerau! Congratulations to the incredible leaders recognised for their mahi and unwavering aroha for our communities. Your strength and dedication inspire us all. He waka eke noa — together, we rise.

Orca expert Dr Ingrid Visser and Māori activist Hilda Halkyard-Harawira are among them.

11/08/2024

🌟 What a remarkable weekend! 🎉 A huge thank you to our Bishop Pikaahu, Arch Deacon Fran Hokianga, Ministers, Lay Readers and everyone who came together to celebrate the 150th anniversary of our beloved church. Your presence and support made it an unforgettable occasion filled with joy, reflection, and community spirit.

A heartfelt shoutout to our amazing ringawera at Roma Marae for the delicious kai, our kai karanga Tui T, our groundsman Ray & Tai. Our regulars Jan, Claire, Puti, Tui Q, Joan, Hine and Aunty Nolly, you never fail to impress! And a special mention to John and Mareea Paitai for their incredible dedication and hard work in organising and prepping this once in a lifetime event. Your remarkable efforts are the heart and soul of our church, keeping it alive and vibrant every weekend. 🙏💒

Here’s to many more years of faith, fellowship, and memories!

More photos to come

30/12/2023

🎉 Join us in ringing in the New Year at our special New Year's Eve service starting tomorrow at 09:00 AM! 🌟 Everyone is welcome to be part of this uplifting celebration. Let's start 2024 on a positive note together! 🙌

26/12/2023

🌟 Tēnā rā koutou katoa, a heartfelt thank you to our wonderful Archdeacon and Minister for leading our special Christmas service with grace and warmth. Your meaningful words made our celebration truly special. 🙏

🤝 To our dear Parishioners and Overseas Guests, thank you for joining us! Your presence added joy to our Christmas gathering. 🌍

🎄 Wishing everyone a season filled with love, peace, and cherished moments. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! 🎅✨

24/12/2023

Kia Ora Koutou Katoa, we had a beautiful service this morning and we are looking forward to the special Christmas Service tomorrow at 0900 all are welcome!

Today Matua Hone Paitai took a moment for a special prayer 🙏 and said let us remember those who've lost loved ones, the unwell in hospitals, the troubled souls, the missing diver in Ahipara & his family, the homeless, families affected by war overseas, and wishing strength & joy to those celebrating birthdays. 🌟 Let's hold each other and them in our thoughts and prayers.

The celebration of Christmas is nothing but the reflection of your affection, values and desires.

Listen to the divine carols and celebrate the miraculous birth of Jesus Christ with happiness and joy!

May you get all the happiness that the Christmas spirit brings! May the Christmas spirits, sooth your heart, heal your pain and fill your life with peace!
🎄💕

09/10/2023

27/06/2023

More pics from our wonderful day!

25/06/2023

Tēnā rā koutou katoa,

Words cannot express the immense gratitude we feel for your presence and support at the rededication ceremony of our beloved church. It was truly a memorable and joyous occasion, made even more special by your unwavering presence.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to each and every one of you who dedicated your time and efforts to make this restoration project a resounding success. Your unwavering commitment and passion for preserving our church's heritage is truly inspiring.

To all the volunteers, artisans, and professionals who lent their expertise and worked tirelessly to breathe new life into our beloved sanctuary, we are forever indebted to you. Your craftsmanship and attention to detail have brought out the beauty and splendor of our church in ways we could only imagine.

We also want to express our gratitude to the local community, businesses, and organisations that supported us along the way. Your generosity and belief in our cause have been invaluable, and we are profoundly grateful for your contributions.

Today, as we stand in awe of our restored church, we are reminded that this achievement is a testament to the power of unity and collective effort. We are blessed to be part of a community that understands the importance of preserving our shared history and creating a space for spiritual growth.

Once again, thank you from the depths of our hearts for your presence, support, and dedication. Together, we have not only restored a physical structure but also revitalized the spirit of our church and community. We look forward to sharing many more blessed moments together within these hallowed walls.

Nga mihi maioha,

John Paitai & the Church Restoration Committee

(the professional photos will be shared once they become available).