St Mary's Timaru

25/06/2026

For many years, St Mary's Church has been providing hospital care packs to people admitted to hospital unexpectedly. These simple packs contain essential personal care items and are always gratefully received.

Last week we delivered another 12 care packs, which has completely depleted our stock. We'd love your help to replenish our supplies.

Donations of new, unopened items such as small packets of tissues, toothbrushes, razors, sanitary products and other travel-sized toiletries would be greatly appreciated. We can also accept full-sized toothpaste, shampoo and hand cream. We currently don't need any soap thank you.

Donations can be dropped off at:

St Mary's Church Hall
24 Church Street, Timaru (look for the Anglican Centre sign)
Tuesday to Friday, 9.00am – 1.00pm

Thank you for helping us provide comfort and dignity to those who need it most. Every donation makes a difference.

23/06/2026

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
28th June 2026 – 8am & 10am Communion
Communion Pg. 404 Readings: Romans 6:12-23 Matthew 10:40-42

Sentence of the Day
The wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 6:23

Collect of the Day
Almighty Father,
grant that we your children
may never be ashamed
to confess the faith of Christ crucified,
but continue his faithful servants
to our lives’ end;
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

22/06/2026

Baroque Music Community and Educational Trust of New Zealand presents:

Travel Through Time: Chamber Music Series 2026
Back to Baroque - Baroque Organ
St Mary's Church, Timaru
Sunday 28th June 2pm.

Join us for an inspiring afternoon of Baroque music featuring organist Jeremy Woodside and cellist Tomas Hurnik. The programme includes Bach's famous Toccata and Fugue in D minor alongside a selection of beautiful Baroque works performed on period instruments.

Experience the drama, beauty, and rich sounds of Baroque music in an authentic and intimate concert setting.

A wonderful opportunity for both classical music enthusiasts and those discovering Baroque music for the first time.

Tickets online at Eventfinder /Cash sale at the door
General $35 - Community Service/Gold Card $25
Student $10 - Child $5

18/06/2026

Books for Sale at St Mary's Church Hall

We still have a large selection of books available for sale at St Mary's Church Hall, 24 Church Street, Timaru.

With plenty of titles to choose from, there's something for readers of all ages and interests. Books are available for a donation, so come along and see what treasures you can find.

15/06/2026

12th Sunday in Ordinary Time
21st June 8am & 10am Communion (pg. 404)
Readings: Romans 6:1b-11 Matthew 10:24-39

Sentence of the Day
Those who find their life will lose it, and those who lose their life for Jesus’ sake will find it. Matthew 10:39

Collect of the Day
Holy God, grant us the beginning of wisdom
and love to cast out every fear:
that we may grow more brave,
more ready to hear,
more ready to obey;
through Jesus Christ our Redeemer.
Amen.

08/06/2026

11th Sunday in Ordinary Time
8am & 10am Communion
Communion Pg. 404 Readings: Romans 5:1-8 Matthew 9:35-10:8

Sentence
We have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom we have obtained access to this grace in which we stand. Romans 5:1–2

Collect
Almighty God,
by your grace alone
we are accepted and called to your service;
strengthen us by your Holy Spirit and empower our calling;
through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

04/06/2026

10th Sunday in Ordinary Time
7th June 8am & 10am Communion (pg. 404) & 5pm Evensong
Readings: Romans 4:13-end Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26

Sentence of the Day
Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. For I have come to call not the righteous but sinners.
Matthew 9:12–13

O God, the strength of all them that put their trust in thee, mercifully accept our prayers;
and because through the weakness of our mortal nature
we can do no good thing without thee,
grant us the help of thy grace,
that in keeping of thy commandments we may please thee,
both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.

04/06/2026

We are looking for young singers to join our choir.

No previous experience required, no auditions and all tuition is provided within the rehearsal.

For inquiries contact [email protected]
Ph 6888377

A Timaru church is singing out for more young voices to join its children’s choir. The St Mary’s Children’s Choir (junior choir) has been running for the last four years. It meets once a week during school term time and joins the congregation for one service per month as well as performing for...

28/05/2026

Back in August 2025, we shared news of investigations into restoring our finials to their rightful place atop the church and this week, that work is finally underway.

The team from Hadlee and Brunton are on site, and although it's been quite a treat to see one of these impressive finials up close, it will be even better to see it back where it belongs and looking brand new.

Today’s work includes the reinstatement of the replacement finial, made to replace the original which was lost during severe winds some years ago. Interestingly, the area where the finial has been missing is also one of the sections where leaks had been occurring inside the church.

Both finials on the south side will now be replaced together so they are in matching condition and, hopefully, will stand strong for many years to come.

27/05/2026

Trinity Sunday
31st May 2026 – 8am & 10am Communion
Communion Pg. 476
Readings: 2 Corinthians 13: 11-13 Matthew 28: 16-20

Trinity Sunday
Sentence of the Day
Proclaim the Name: ‘The Lord, the Lord, a God who is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.’ (Exodus 34:6)

Collect of the Day
Father,
you sent your Son to bring us truth
and your Holy Spirit to make us holy;
open our hearts to exalt you,
open our lives to reveal you,
our one true God,
Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
This we ask through Jesus Christ our Saviour. Amen.