Chartwell Cooperating Church - St Alban's

Chartwell Cooperating Church - St Alban's Chartwell Cooperating Church (St Alban’s) is a combination of 3 denominations; Anglican, Methodist and Presbyterian. Up to 20 youth attend altogether.

We seek to celebrate these traditions in worship and in life. We welcome people with different understandings of the Christian faith. Our purpose is to "know and to share God’s love for all people"

Chartwell Church is a place to grow in faith and to make new friends who encourage and support others in life. Our ministers are available to openly discuss any particular concerns. Our warm and welcom

ing atmosphere encourages people to explore the many opportunities we offer. Inclusiveness for us means:

• Committing to a culture of empathy, ensuring and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all ages, ethnicities and genders
• A place for all who wish to worship and follow their spiritual journey
• We encourage participation from all and appreciate the diverse gifts all have to offer
• Our love of all people will be demonstrated through compassion, care, seeking of justice and providing hope and support
• Sharing resources, facilities and programmes with the wider community

We have a busy church complex situated on the corner of Comries Road and Bellmont Avenue right in the heart of Chartwell, close to Chartwell Shopping Centre and the growing suburbs of Rototuna and Flagstaff. Our buildings are widely used by a range of community groups and Church-based events and ministries. All of our rooms have easy access for wheelchairs and there is ample car parking. Children’s and Youth Education:

The children’s programme starts in the church, and then continues elsewhere with a rostered team of leaders - Sunday School for children and Youth Group for the older youth. Regularly throughout the year, “Kids Communions” are held where the Sunday School and Youth Group join the 9:30am service for a Communion with a youth focus. Also regularly throughout the year the Sunday morning Youth Group take on ministry/service roles within the 9:30am service and once a year run a whole service themselves. Evening Youth Group :

On a Thursday night (fortnightly) there is a more relaxed recreational Youth Group called Vibe. This caters for our intermediate and younger high school youth. On the alternate Friday night (fortnightly) there is an older youth and young adults group called Unplugged. This is more topic and discussion-based over a shared dessert. Some of the attendees in both groups are not regular church families. There are a variety of church-affiliated groups that are based in our church. These have been created at different times as a response to the needs of the community. These include:
• Kidz Korner Toy Library
• Mainly Music
• Girls’ Brigade

Significant numbers of children are involved in the periphery every week who are not on our parish roll.

08/05/2026

As we approach Mother’s Day this Sunday, we send our love and best wishes to all who nurture, guide, support, and care for others. We celebrate mums, grandmothers, foster mums, stepmums, aunties, and all those who have shared motherly love in many different ways. We also hold gently those for whom this day may be difficult — those missing their mums, longing for relationships they never had, grieving, or carrying complicated memories. May this weekend be filled with kindness, comfort, gratitude, and love.
Remember to come along to our 9.30am service to hear about Easter Camp from our youth and their leaders.

We can't wait for this MAY MESSY CHURCH!So many great ways to celebrate and enjoy the theme of PENTECOST.Come along to f...
05/05/2026

We can't wait for this MAY MESSY CHURCH!
So many great ways to celebrate and enjoy the theme of PENTECOST.
Come along to find out what Pentecost is and why it is so amazing!

What is on for our VIBE Youth Group this term :-)
19/04/2026

What is on for our VIBE Youth Group this term :-)

17/04/2026

It's not raining at our Autumn Sale! Everything is inside. We have books, games, puzzles, plants and baking for sale and enjoy the vibe at our indoor cafe

Please remember and support our Fundraiser this Saturday
15/04/2026

Please remember and support our Fundraiser this Saturday

15/04/2026

Kia ora koutou,
Have you got some spare time this Saturday, April 18, between 9-11:30am? If so, please join us at our working bee in Kukutaaruhe Gully.
We meet at The Watershed (see Google Maps 'The Watershed, College Place') for our briefing at 9am, then spend some time freeing up plants in the gully, and we meet back at The Watershed afterwards for tea, coffee and scones.
Any time you can spare is hugely appreciated. We'd love to see you there!

11/04/2026

Kia ora e te whanau a te Karaiti

Please be advised that due to the Civil Defense warning and Met Service forecast for tomorrow (Sunday) we have made the difficult decision to cancel both the 8am and 9.30am services. We have not taken this decision lightly, and have followed advice from our Partner Churches.

We feel that your health and safety must be our priority, so please do take the opportunity to stay at home and be safe and warm. If you know anyone who might not check their emails before tomorrow, please give them a call and let them know also.

Loving God,
as a storm approaches, we hold our community in your care. Be with all who may be affected—those facing uncertainty, disruption, or fear. Grant wisdom to those preparing and responding, and keep people safe in their homes and on the roads. Strengthen our spirit of care for one another, that we may check in, support, and share what we have.

May calm follow the storm, and may we know your presence with us through it all.
Amen.

09/04/2026

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.Philippians 4:13 This is the day that the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.Psalm 118:24 But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength.2 Timothy 4:17 Come to me, all who are weary, and I will give you rest.Matthew 11:28 When yo...

01/04/2026

Address

126 Comries Road
Hamilton
3210

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 2:30pm
Thursday 9am - 2:30pm
Friday 9am - 2:30pm
Sunday 8am - 11:30am

Telephone

+6478557434

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