Tuakau Union Parish Church - St Stephens Church

30/05/2026

Every fifth Sunday our Tuakau Churches come together and fellowship. There is no service at our Tuakau Union Parish Church - St Stephens Church but we will be meeting at the St John at the Latin Gate Anglican Church who will be hosting this month's Sunday service at 9.30am.
Please share and all are welcome!

22/05/2026

Thank you, Rev. Tertius Jacobs - where has the year gone!

01/04/2026

Please support the last day of trading for our Tuakau Union Parish Opportunity Shop as they will be closed for Easter reopening on Tuesday the 9th of April at 9am to 3pm.

🎉 TODAY ONLY! 🎉
Huge bargains at the Tuakau Union Parish Op Shop:
Adult Clothing Only!
👖 3 jeans for $2
👚 All adults’ clothing $1 each
**Excludes school uniforms, baby clothing, kids’ clothing, and priced items**

Pop in today and grab a bargain. We open at 9am to 3pm!

31/03/2026

All are welcome to our Tuakau Union Parish Church - St Stephens Church weekly Bible Study with Rev. Tertius Jacobs.

31/03/2026

It’s been a full season for our little team, and many of you have noticed we haven’t been able to post as often as we’d like. Thank you for your patience and for checking in on us.
A few people have asked for a simple way to understand Holy Week, so here’s a quick breakdown that we hope is helpful.

A Simple Guide to Holy Week
**Palm Sunday**
We remember Jesus entering Jerusalem. People welcomed Him with palm branches, celebrating Him as King.
**Maundy Thursday**
This is the night Jesus shared the Last Supper with His disciples and taught them to love and serve one another. It’s also when He prayed in the garden before being arrested.
**Good Friday**
A solemn day where we remember Jesus’ suffering and crucifixion. It’s a time of reflection, gratitude, and quiet prayer.
**Holy Saturday**
A day of waiting. Jesus’ body lay in the tomb, and His followers sat in grief and uncertainty — not knowing the miracle that was coming.
**Easter Sunday**
The celebration of Jesus’ resurrection. Light breaks through darkness, hope overcomes fear, and life triumphs over death. This is the heart of our faith.

19/03/2026

We've been doing our best to share as much as we can, and now with our very own Rev. Tertius Jacobs on board, I'm sure there will be even more to celebrate and communicate. Truly thankful for the support and for being able to share the workload.
Blessings, and watch this space for more information coming.

12/03/2026

Friendly Invitation to All
Rev. Tertius Jacobs will be hosting a FREE "Practicing the Way Course on Friday, 13th March at 7pm in the Tuakau Union Parish Church - 5 Madill Street, Tuakau.
All enquiries, please contact Rev. Tertius Jacobs on 021 222 1228.

05/03/2026

**All are welcome!**
World Day of Prayer
Service will be held at the St John at the Latin Gate, Anglican Church at 7pm, Friday 6th of March.

26/02/2026

All are welcome to partake this Sunday as we celebrate communion.
Last week we looked at the Wilderness wondering of Jesus.
This week we turn to Abraham travelling through the Wilderness with a promise.
Tuakau Union Parish Church at 9.30 am followed by a cup of tea in the St Stephens Lounge.
Pukekawa Church at 11.15am.

24/02/2026

** Late Post **
Apologies for the delay — with limited staff, it can be a challenge to keep everything updated on our Tuakau Union Parish Church page.
Last week we entered the season of Lent — a 40‑day journey of reflection, prayer, and intentional living as we prepare for Easter. Our theme this year is “Wisdom in the Wilderness.” Together we’ll explore how "God meets us in the everyday moments of our lives."
This Sunday, we’re looking at Matthew 4:1–11. You’re warmly invited to join us. All are welcome to attend our services every Sunday morning at 9.30 am with Rev. Tertius Jacobs, followed by a shared morning tea in the St. Stephen's Lounge.
Upcoming Dates:
• 1 March – Communion (Tuakau 9:30am, Pukekawa 11:15am)
• 6 March – World Day of Prayer, 7pm at the Anglican Church
• 7 March – March for Life, 1pm Queen Street, Auckland
• 8 March – Tuvaluan/Tuakau Combined Service, 9:30am
• 13 March – Practicing the Way course begins, 7pm at Tuakau Union Parish
We’d love you to join our Practicing the Way course — eight sessions to help us grow as apprentices of Jesus in our everyday lives.