Thank you everyone for your wonderful participation in our Easter services.

The Maundy Thursday meal and service was very enjoyable – with many people commenting on how good it was to be together. The organising team did a fantastic job – we have learned a few things for next time, but Asher Hall looked and felt very welcoming, the food was delicious and very well presented. The story telling and liturgical parts fitted in very well. A special thanks to those who came to clear up later.

Thank you for Good Friday – I have had many comments about how moving the service was, and that is thanks to those who were willing to give of themselves in the dramatic readings and in the music. I really appreciate the generous donation of your time and talent.

And for Sunday! A baptism on Easter Day brings the celebration to life. A special thanks to those who did the flowers – they were a stunning reminder of the joy of Easter. Thanks to all those who help in opening the church, organising the offerings, the welcomers at the door, the musicians, the techies. Our worship services rely on many people, so a big THANK YOU to you all.

Bridge Builders Course: St Columba’s in Taradale are running a Bridge Builders Course from Thursday 19th May to Saturday 21st May. This course is designed to equip people for excellence in building and strengthening relationships. If anyone is interested, Brenda has registration forms. The cost is $30 per person.

ps should there be an apostrophe in the title?

HB Presbyterial: The next meeting will be held at Knox Church, Ahuriri on Thursday 12th May. Morning tea at 10am followed by the meeting. Speakers: Harold Manning and Louise Brightwell on “Lovelink”. All welcome, men as well as women. If you would like transport, please contact Isabel Morgan – 835 4979.

Napier Family Centre: Volunteer Respite Caregivers required to give parents of families they are working with who have no support, a much needed break from their children. The children range from 0-10 years. The commitment is one overnight stay once a month. If this sounds like you – please give Janelle at the Napier Family Centre 843 7280 a call to find out more.

Philemon Fellowship – Apologies for the notice in last week’s bulletin. There will be no Philemon Fellowship until the 22nd May.