St Margaret's Hillsborough

17/08/2026

Living by Faith in the Face of Injustice | Habakkuk’s Second Complaint.
This week, we continue our journey through Habakkuk as the prophet brings his second complaint before God, wrestling with questions about injustice, God’s purposes, and what it means to trust Him when His ways are difficult to understand. Through Habakkuk’s waiting and God’s response, we are reminded that “the righteous shall live by faith”, trusting God even when we don’t yet have all the answers.

► Watch and be encouraged by Sunday’s message from Rev Emily Paterson on our YouTube channel. Click the link below to watch.

May this message encourage you to bring your questions honestly before God and remain faithful in the waiting.
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09/08/2026

New Sermon Series: Living by Faith in the Face of Injustice

Today we begin a new journey through the book of Habakkuk, exploring what it means to trust God when we face injustice, uncertainty, and circumstances we don’t understand.

In this first message, Rev Nathan McLellan introduces us to Habakkuk’s honest questions and God’s response, reminding us that faith doesn’t mean having all the answers; it means learning to trust God in the midst of them.

►Watch today’s message on our YouTube channel by clicking the link below.

Our prayer is that through Habakkuk, we would grow in confidence in God, learn to bring our honest struggles before Him, and discover what it means to live by faith in the face of injustice. We invite you to join us as we explore this powerful book together.

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21/07/2026

The Holy Spirit is not an added extra, He is the living presence of Jesus in us, the only way we can truly live as His disciples.
Acts 18:24-19:7; Matthew 3:11-17
Vicar: Rev Fraser McDermott

20/07/2026

God's new covenant - Written on hearts.
Jeremiah 31:31-34
Bishop Ross

16/07/2026

Bishop Ross in action, sharing God's Word. A short highlight from last Sunday's sermon.


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24/06/2026

Missed last Sunday’s talk? Here’s the message from 21 June: Nathan McLellan speaks on Empowered without Distinction, looking at Isaiah 2:1–5, Acts 10:9–38, 44–48, and Mark 11:15–17.
God shows no partiality, the Holy Spirit is given to all, and the Gospel breaks down every barrier. Isaiah’s vision and Jesus’ words remind us His house is “a house of prayer for all nations”, calling us to live out His inclusive mission. May you be encouraged, challenged, and empowered as you listen.
►New sermon series “God’s Empowering Presence for Mission”. Catch up on all talks on our YouTube channel.

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29/05/2026

OUR SUNDAY SERVICES
ONE CHURCH • TWO LOCATIONS • ONE MISSION
From this Sunday onwards, here’s how you can join us for worship, fellowship, and teaching; whether you prefer a traditional style or something more informal, there’s a place for you!

➥St Margaret's HILLSBOROUGH - Main Location & Central Hub
102 Hillsborough Road, Hillsborough

◉ 8:00 AM — Traditional Communion
Prayerbook Service | Communion every week

◉ 10:30 AM — Informal Worship
Children’s & Youth work available | Communion twice a month

➥St Margaret's LYNFIELD - Newly Opened Location, All Welcome!
35 The Avenue, Lynfield

◉ 9:00 AM — Informal Worship
Children’s work available | Communion once a month

Everyone is welcome! Come as you are, bring a friend or family, and join us as we gather to grow, serve, and follow Jesus together. We can’t wait to see you this Sunday! If you have any questions, send us a message!



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29/05/2026

Missed the talk on 17th May? Here it is for you!
We continue our series “God’s Purpose for Work & Rest.” In this sermon, Nathan McLellan explores how Jesus reframes and redeems rest, inviting us away from striving and into God’s gift of true Sabbath rest. We pray it speaks to you and brings encouragement and refreshment wherever you are today.

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24/05/2026

What a beautiful and historic day for St Margaret’s as we gathered together for our Pentecost Congregation Launch Service at Lynfield today.
Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude to God for the way He moved among us. The presence of God was truly in the room as people from the community, members of our church family, invited guests, local leaders, our local MP, Methodist Church leaders, and pastors from across the wider Church gathered together in worship and celebration.

It was such a joy to see so many people come together as ONE CHURCH as we launched this new congregation in Lynfield. Above all, we give glory to our Lord Jesus Christ, who was lifted high throughout the service. We continue to pray with faith and expectation for all that God will do in the weeks and months ahead in this place.

A huge thank you to every single person who served so faithfully: our worship team, media, data and tech teams, service participants, setup crews, caterers, hosts, stewards, hospitality teams, our amazing young welcoming team, and all those who served both behind the scenes and upfront with such love, humility, and excellence.

Thank you also to the many people who came yesterday to help with setup, final preparations, cleaning, pack down, and tidy up. So many hands came together to serve, and we are deeply grateful for every one of you.

We especially want to acknowledge and continue praying for those who have stepped forward in faith to help build this new St Margaret’s Lynfield congregation. May God strengthen, guide, and uphold them as this new chapter begins.

Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who prayed, served, gave, invited, encouraged, and came along. This launch was not about one person, but about the whole church family coming together for the glory of God.

“To Him be the glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” Ephesians 3:21

11/05/2026

Sunday’s message from 3rd May is now available to listen again.
From our sermon series “God’s Purpose for Work & Rest”, the message“What is God’s Purpose for Rest?” by Emily Paterson is now available.

Through Exodus 20, Psalm 23, and Matthew 11, this message explores how biblical rest is more than simply stopping from work. It is an invitation from God to find renewal, peace, and trust in His presence. If you’ve been feeling weary, overwhelmed, or stretched thin, this message is a timely encouragement to slow down and rediscover the rest Jesus offers.

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