Moderator’s Pentecost Message 2026

I sit and remember. In the middle of the night, I remember. I remember when I go for a walk. The journey of learning and submitting to the Holy Spirit is never static or confined to theological or academic terms. When I recently asked a group of primary school children who the Holy Spirit is, …

Anzac Day message from our Moderator

On April 23, 2015, at about 10.00 am, my wife Helen and I stepped onto the sands of Anzac Cove on the Gallipoli Peninsula. With our Turkish guide, we had driven about three hours from our hotel in Istanbul. We had decided not to go on ANZAC Day because it was the 100th anniversary of …

Service moved online, severe weather warnings

Please see the message below regarding this weeks service: Sunday 11th of April 2026 St Martin’s Presbyterian Church – Papatoetoe Due to the MetService severe weather warning in place from Saturday night through Sunday, and with the safety of our parishioners as our highest priority, this Sunday’s 10:00am service will be held online instead of …

Easter 2026 Message

Moderator’s Easter message 2026 Easter is upon us and the principalities and powers are once again raging using the human propensity for evil to wreak havoc on human society, whether it’s on the big stage of world affairs or the husband beating his partner and children down the street. Once, I thought humans were basically …

Walkathon 2026

07-03-2026 Our church community came together yesterday for a wonderful Walkathon to raise funds for our new fence. The sun was out and there was plenty of enthusiasm as members of all ages took part in the walk. It was encouraging to see all members giving it a go, sharing laughs, and plenty of steps …

Waitangi 2026 Message

Te Tiriti o Waitangi no Māngere Maunga On Auckland Anniversary Day just past, I went for a walk from where I was staying to the top of Māngere Maunga. I sat for about two hours on the highest point to chill out, think about some things and pray. The immediate emotion – for those who …

Merry Christmas!

On behalf of St Martin’s we want to wish you a very Merry Christmas.  We understand that this time of year may be difficult for some. However, we pray that the Lord comfort you and remind you that He is never far from you.  May you all enjoy this time breaking bread with those whom …

Sunday School Prize-giving and Dedication

On Sunday the 30th of November, the Sunday School had their end of year prize giving. The children have worked really hard this year and the kids were recognised for their amazing efforts. We want to thank you all for your love and prayers over our children as they journeyed through this year. Your prayers have …