Greek Orthodox Community of Lower Hutt

04/04/2026

04/04/2026

Easter programme 2026 as per below.

Dear Members

We are pleased to share the schedule of services for Easter Week at Agios Nektarios.

Holy Wednesday,
08/04/2026 – Holy Unction, 6.30pm

Holy Thursday,
09/04/2026 – The Twelve Gospels, 4.00pm

Holy Friday,
10/04/2026 – Preparation and Adorning of the Epitaphios, 9.30am

Holy Friday,
10/04/2026 – Service of the Epitaphios, 2.00pm

Holy Saturday,
11/04/2026 – Divine Liturgy, 8.30am

Holy Saturday,
11/04/2026 – Resurrection Service, 8.00pm

18/02/2026

Dear Members
We refer to our previous email sadly informing you of the falling asleep of our former Archbishop, His Eminence Metropolitan Amphilochios. In respect of his memory, and in recognition of his devoted service to our Church and community, the picnic that had been re-scheduled for Sunday, 22 February, is now cancelled.
A Memorial Service for His Eminence will take place at the Cathedral of the Annunciation, Hania Street, Wellington, at 8:00am on Sunday, 22 February 2026. Many of you may wish to attend and join in prayer for the repose of his soul.
Attached to this email is the official announcement from the Holy Metropolis of New Zealand (Ἀγγελητήριον Ἐκδημίας / Memorial Announcement).
May his memory be eternal.
With respect

The Committee
Greek Orthodox Community of
Hutt Valley Inc.

15/02/2026

Dear Community Members

With deep sorrow, yet with faith in the Resurrection, we inform you of the falling asleep in the Lord of His Eminence Geronda Amfilochios, our former Archbishop and devoted shepherd of the faithful.

His Eminence served Christ and His Holy Church with humility, love, and unwavering devotion for many years. He was a spiritual father to countless faithful, a source of wisdom and guidance, and a tireless servant of Orthodoxy whose legacy will remain in our hearts and communities.

We offer our heartfelt prayers for the repose of his soul and give thanks to God for his life, his ministry, and his example of faith.

May the Lord grant him rest among the saints and may his memory be eternal.
—
Αγαπητά Μέλη

Με βαθιά λύπη αλλά και με πίστη στην Ανάσταση, σας ενημερώνουμε ότι εκοιμήθη εν Κυρίῳ ο Σεβασμιώτατος Γέροντας Αμφιλόχιος, πρώην Αρχιεπίσκοπος και αφοσιωμένος ποιμένας των πιστών.

Ο Σεβασμιώτατος υπηρέτησε τον Χριστό και την Αγία Του Εκκλησία με ταπείνωση, αγάπη και αδιάλειπτη αφοσίωση επί πολλά έτη. Υπήρξε πνευματικός πατέρας για πλήθος πιστών, πηγή σοφίας και καθοδήγησης και ακούραστος διάκονος της Ορθοδοξίας, αφήνοντας πνευματική παρακαταθήκη που θα παραμείνει ζωντανή στις καρδιές και στις κοινότητές μας.

Προσευχόμαστε θερμά για την ανάπαυση της ψυχής του και ευχαριστούμε τον Θεό για τη ζωή, τη διακονία και το παράδειγμα πίστεως που μας χάρισε.

Αἰωνία του ἡ μνήμη.

The Committee
Greek Orthodox Community of
Hutt Valley Inc

13/02/2026

Due to the forecast of bad weather this Sunday, we have decided to postpone our picnic to the following week, Sunday 22 February 2026.

As Sunday 22 February 2026 is Cheesefare Sunday, we will mark the occasion by adjusting our menu slightly, replacing meat with fish and squid rings.

We look forward to gathering together and seeing you all in a week's time.

Kind regards
Community of Hutt Valley

07/02/2026

Dear Members

Our community’s Annual Picnic will take place on Sunday, 15 February 2026, at Avalon Park, Taita Drive, Lower Hutt, from 11:00am.

We are delighted this year to be joined by the community of the Cretans Association.

A barbecue lunch will be available by donation, with soft drinks and bottled water available for purchase. Fun games and activities will also be organised for the children.

Pack your picnic gear and come along with your family and friends for a relaxed and enjoyable afternoon together.

With kind regards
Greek Orthodox Community of
Hutt Valley Inc.

03/02/2026

29/01/2026

Dear Members
Happy New Year to you all.
A reminder that our monthly service at Agios Nektarios Church in Petone will be held this Sunday, 1 February 2026, at 8.30am.
We would also like to express our sincere thanks to everyone who generously donated items for the food bank. Your kindness enabled us to deliver three large boxes to the Lower Hutt food bank, and they were truly grateful for the support.
Wishing you all a blessed year ahead, and we look forward to seeing you at the service.

With kind regards
Greek Orthodox Community
Of Hutt Valley Inc.

13/01/2026

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09/01/2026

Hello everyone,

We hope you had a wonderful Christmas celebrating the reason for the season & a Happy New Year!

Just a friendly reminder of this weekends events below (10th & 11th January), as the beginning of January seems to disappear.

Saturday: In the unlikely event that the weather prevents us from the Trisiago at Taita cemetery, we will send an email on Saturday morning.
Otherwise it will go ahead as scheduled.

Sunday: If you are not going to be home to have your home blessed, can you please let us know by Sunday morning at the latest?
Thank you to those who have already let us know.

If the weather allows we will go to the beach, so remember your swimsuit and towel if you are going to retrieve the cross.

We wish you all the best for the New Year ahead.

Kind regards
Amalia on behalf of the Committee

From: Agios Nektarios
Sent: Sunday, 14 December 2025 8:58 pm
Subject: Christmas Day Service & January 2026 Programme

Dear Members
We are sending another reminder of our upcoming programme for December 2025 and January 2026:
Thursday 25 December 2025 – 8:00am Christmas Day Divine Liturgy Service at Agios Nektarios Church, Petone
Saturday 10 January 2026 – 10:00am Trisagio at Taita Cemetery – beginning from the top section and continuing through to the end.
Please note: only family members present at the gravesite on the day will receive individual blessings.
At the conclusion, Fthr Ioakeim will conduct a general Trisagio to include the names of those whose families are not present.
If you have loved ones buried at Taita Cemetery and are unable to attend, please bring your envelope of names to the Christmas Day Service or reply to this email, and a member of the committee may be available to collect your envelope prior to the day.
Sunday 11 January 2026 – 8:30am The Epiphany (Ton Foton), Divine Liturgy Service at Agios Nektarios Church, Petone. Weather permitting, the Blessing of the Waters will take place at Petone Foreshore, where the Holy Cross will be immersed in the waters.
Following the Service, Fthr Ioakeim will circulate within our community to bless homes. Please let us know if you will not be home on this day.
We take this opportunity to once again wish all our members and families a healthy and blessed Christmas and New Year.

With warm regards and season's greetings
Secretary
Greek Orthodox Community
Of Hutt Valley Inc.

03/12/2025

Dear Members,

Sunday 7th December 2025 - Festive Gathering at Agios Nektarios School Room, Petone, at 1.30pm.

We warmly invite you to join us for an afternoon of celebration for the joy of Christmas. If you would like to bring a plate to share, we kindly ask that it be suitable for the Nativity Fast (no meat or dairy), as we are officially observing this period.

Thursday 25 December 2025 - Christmas Day Liturgy Service at Agios Nektarios Church commencing at 8.00am

With warm regards
Greek Orthodox Community
of Hutt Valley Inc.