St Mark's Carterton, NZ

10/09/2026

Did you know we have a weekly St Mark’s E-News?

It includes news, upcoming events and what’s happening in and around our parish.

If you’d like to receive it in your inbox each week, email [email protected] and we’ll add you to the mailing list.

08/09/2026

We’re looking forward to welcoming Bishop Anashuya Fletcher this Sunday at our 9.30am Eucharist.

05/09/2026

A Prayer for Fathers’ Day

God our Loving Father, we give you thanks and praise for fathers young and old.

We pray for young fathers, newly embracing their vocation; may they find courage and perseverance in joys and in struggles, in balancing family, faith and work.

We pray for fathers around the world whose children are lost or suffering; may they know that the God of compassion walks with them in their sorrow.

We pray for men who are not fathers but still mentor and guide us with fatherly love and advice.

We give thanks for mothers who, at times, have had to carry both roles, and for the love, strength and care they give to their children and families.

We remember fathers, grandfathers, and great grandfathers who are no longer with us but who live forever in our memory and nourish us with their love.

Amen.

Happy Father’s Day. 💙

04/09/2026

🌸☕️ CAFÉ CHURCH TOMORROW, 6 SEPT

Spring is here, so what better way to celebrate than by Springing into Spring together at Café Church this Sunday!

Join us at 9.30am in the St Mark’s Church Hall for a relaxed and family-friendly morning with coffee, tea, juice and croissants, as we worship, reflect and get creative together. 🎨✨

Come along, enjoy some good company and embrace the new season with us!

📍 St Mark’s Church Hall
🗓️ Sunday, 6 September
⏰ 9.30am

Everyone is welcome! 🌷

03/09/2026

🚗 CAR BOOT SALE THIS SATURDAY! 🛍️

Come along to St Mark’s this Saturday, 5 September from 10.00am and have a browse around the church grounds for some great finds and bargains.

And don’t just stop outside! ☕️ Pop into the church hall for a cuppa, take a breather, and have a look at our Little Parish Bookstore 📚 — you never know what you might discover!

Bring your friends, have a wander, grab a bargain and enjoy a relaxed Saturday morning at St Mark’s.

📍 St Mark’s Anglican Church, Carterton
🗓️ Saturday 5 September
⏰ From 10.00am

See you there! 👋

20/08/2026

Change and loss are part of life, but that doesn’t mean we have to navigate them alone.

The Seasons for Growth workshop is an opportunity to explore the impact of change, loss and grief, and learn some practical tools for moving through these experiences.

📅 Thursday 27 August
🕘 9:00am–12:30pm
📍 Greater Wellington Regional Council, 34 Chapel Street, Masterton

The workshop is highly recommended by previous participants.

If you or someone you know would benefit from this, please consider registering by calling 06 377 0066 or emailing [email protected].

04/07/2026

☕🌿 You're warmly invited to Café Church at St Mark's tomorrow! 🌿☕

Life can be busy, tiring, and sometimes overwhelming. Jesus offers a simple invitation:

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." – Matthew 11:28

Join us at 9:30am in the hall for a relaxed and welcoming service for all ages. Gather around the tables, enjoy a coffee or tea and something to eat, and take some time to pause, reflect, and be refreshed in God's presence.

Whether you're a regular, visiting for the first time, or simply looking for a place to belong, there is a seat for you at the table.

📍 St Mark's Church Hall
🕤 Sunday at 9:30am

Come as you are. We'd love to welcome you.

02/07/2026

🚗🛍️ Monthly Car Boot Sale – This Saturday! 🛍️🚗

Come along to our Monthly Car Boot Sale on Saturday, 4 July and enjoy a morning of bargains, delicious treats, and community spirit!

🌿 Browse a variety of stalls from individual vendors in the church grounds, and don't miss our parish market stalls in the hall featuring:

🍰 Home baking
🥕 Fresh produce
📚 Books
🪴 Bric-a-brac
☕ Morning tea
🌭 Sausage sizzle

There's something for everyone, so bring your family and friends and support our local stallholders and parish community.

Interested in having your own stall? Spaces are available for just $10! Please get in touch with us for more information.

📍 See you on Saturday for a great morning of shopping, food, and fellowship!

21/06/2026

14 tickets remaining!!

Looking for a relaxing Sunday afternoon while supporting a great cause?

Join us at 3.00pm on Sunday, 5 July at the Screening Room to enjoy Glenrothan – a heartwarming drama-comedy set in the beautiful Scottish Highlands.

🎟️ Tickets are just $25, which includes a pre-screening drink.

With only 31 tickets remaining, don't miss your chance to enjoy a wonderful film while helping raise funds for the restoration of our church bell tower.

📩 To book your tickets, send us a DM or email [email protected].

Bring your family, invite your friends, and join us for a memorable afternoon. We look forward to seeing you there!

19/06/2026

Could you make a difference in a young person's life?

Children and young people experience change, loss, and grief in many different ways. Seasons for Growth is an evidence-based programme that helps them understand these experiences, build resilience, and realise they are not alone.

We're encouraging anyone with a heart for supporting young people to consider becoming a Seasons for Growth Companion.

As a trained Companion, you'll facilitate small group sessions in safe, supportive environments, helping participants develop communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

📅 Training Dates: 7 & 8 July (two consecutive days)
💻 Available face-to-face or online

This training is ideal for:
• Teachers
• Pastoral care workers
• Youth leaders
• Social workers
• Community volunteers
• Anyone who wants to make a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.

📞 To register or find out more, contact [email protected].

Together, we can help young people grow through life's seasons with hope, resilience, and support. 💚