Holy Trinity Maungaturoto

05/09/2026

The church is never more in danger than when it sees itself simply as the solution-bearer and forgets that every day it too must say, "Lord, have mercy on me, a sinner," and allow that confession to work its way into genuine humility even as it stands boldly before the world and its crazy empires. In particular, it is a problem if and when a "Christian" empire seeks to impose its will dualistically on the world by labeling other parts of the world "evil" while seeing itself as the avenging army of God. That is more or less exactly what Jesus found in the Israel of his day. The cross was and remains a call to a different vocation, a new way of dealing with evil and ultimately a new vision of God.

03/09/2026

For those of you who wish to worship in the Anglican tradition the service for the Parish of Paparoa is this Sunday at 10.00 pm at St Marks Anglican Church in Hook Rd Paparoa. This is a Eucharist service led by our vicar Rev'd Kim . (which means we will be taking communion together. )
Morning tea will follow the service and all are welcome to join us.

03/09/2026

St. Patrick’s Breastplate comes from old Irish Christian tradition. It is a kind of prayer called a “lorica,” which means a piece of armor. People would say lorica prayers to ask for God’s help and safety. These prayers were common in early Ireland, where life could be hard and dangerous. The Breastplate is one of the best-known loricas. Saint Patrick is said to have used this prayer during his mission in Ireland.
One story says he prayed it while walking through the woods, trying to escape enemies. The words gave him courage and helped him keep going. Whether or not the story is exact, the prayer reflects strong faith in Christ’s presence and care.
The full prayer is long and has six parts. It speaks of the Trinity, the life of Christ, angels and saints, and the power of nature. It calls on God’s strength in every part of life. But the most famous part is near the end. This is the “Christ with me” section. It repeats the same message over and over for impact.
The prayer can be said in full or just the short part. Either way, the words remind us that Christ surrounds us, like armour for the soul. Here are x3 verses of St Patrick’s Breast Plate.

Shalom, Rev’d Kim

I bind unto myself today
The strong name of the Trinity,
By invocation of the same
The Three in One and One in Three.
Christ be with me, Christ within me,
Christ behind me, Christ before me,
Christ beside me, Christ to win me,
Christ to comfort and restore me.
Christ beneath me, Christ above me,
Christ in quiet, Christ in danger,
Christ in hearts of all that love me,
Christ in mouth of friend and strang

28/08/2026

This week’s lectionary gives us Romans and this part of Paul’s letter to the Romans is a favourite of mine. Why? Because in all respects it is a guide to living a good life, being a good human and living a life of intentionality, of being mindful that we have the ability to be all that God intended. I’ve chosen Eugene Peterson’s translation the “Message” so that you may get a better sense of how Paul’s letter is still so very relatable and relevant.
Romans 12:9-21 -
Love from the center of who you are; don’t fake it. Run for dear life from evil; hold on for dear life to good. Be good friends who love deeply; practice playing second fiddle.
Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert
servants of the Master, cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard
times; pray all the harder. Help needy Christians; be inventive in
hospitality.
Bless your enemies; no cursing under your breath. Laugh with your happy friends when they’re happy; share tears when they’re down. Get along with each other; don’t be stuck-up. Make friends with nobodies; don’t be the great somebody.
Don’t hit back; discover beauty in everyone. If you’ve got it in you, get along with everybody. Don’t insist on getting even; that’s not for you to do. “I’ll do the judging,” says God. “I’ll take care of it.”
Our Scriptures tell us that if you see your enemy hungry, go buy that person lunch, or if he’s thirsty, get him a drink. Your generosity willsurprise him with goodness. Don’t let evil get the best of you; get the best of evil by doing good.
Shalom, Rev’d Kim

26/08/2026

21/08/2026

This sunday's morning worship for the Parish of Paparoa will be at St Mark's Church in Paparoa. We begin at 10.00, worship will be led by Eileen and all are welcome. Morning tea will follow the service .

14/08/2026

Morning Worship in the Anglican tradition, for the Parish of Paparoa, will take place this Sunday at the historic church of St Albans in Whakapirau. We begin at 10.00am (if you are close enough you will hear the bell ringing ) Worship leaders for this service are Victoria and Barbara, and as usual we finish the service with a lovely morning tea . All are welcome, come and see.

31/07/2026

Worship in the Anglican tradition this Sunday the 2nd of August, is at St Albans in Whakapirau. We begin at 10.00am and service lasts roughly 1 hour.
(if you’re close enough you may hear the church bell ringing)
We are a small church, very friendly and welcoming. This Sunday is a Communion Service, Rev’d Kim Parker and Kirsten Rasmussen are your worship leaders.
We can assure you of a warm welcome and a lovely cup of coffee or tea, along with delicious food at the end of the service. All are welcome.