‘The Bridge’ - 17 June 2022
A message from Brett
Kia ora e te iwi, greetings everybody,
Mānawatia a Matariki, we welcome Matariki.
This coming week we prepare ourselves for Matariki. While for many of us, Matariki means a new public holiday, there is so much that we as Pākehā and we as followers of Christ can learn from this centuries' old Māori tradition: it is deeply spiritual, deeply connected to God's good creation, and wonderfully revelatory of a culture that cares profoundly for the least, the last, and the lost.
There's a bit going on around the place, so grab a cuppa, get comfy, and enjoy the read.
Ka kite, we hope to see you soon!
Brett Reid
Ministry Intern.
Worship this Sunday, 10am
This Sunday we observe Matariki. Matariki is many things to many people, and it may be unfamiliar to you, so here's a bit of an idea of what to expect in worship this week. We will explore what we, as followers of Christ, can learn about God's grace and goodness from the Māori tradition of Matariki. We will reflect on Psalm 8 and will give thanks to God for the lives of loved ones who have passed away this year and we will celebrate with joy and gladness the year that is to come. I encourage you to read and meditate on Psalm 8 ahead of Sunday. I hope you can make it for this special Matariki service.
Scarfarama, Costume Jewellery & Garage Sale
On Friday 24 June, 9.30am - 12pm. We are holding a scarf and costume jewellery sale, with scarfs starting at $5, and alongside we will also have a garage sale, both raising money for our kitchen upgrade. We would love you to join us.
Seasons for Growth Adult Grief programme
The next course has been scheduled
When: 1:30-3:30pm Beginning Monday 4 July 2022 for six Mondays
Where: Levin Uniting Church, 87 Oxford Street (next to Adventure Park), Levin
Cost: $20
Change and loss are part of life, and grief is a normal response. Seasons for Growth for adults is an innovative education programme which explores the effects of change, loss and grief. A trained ‘Companion’ facilitates the small group programme, in which participants explore feelings, memories, loss and grief in a safe and creative way. Seasons for Growth is an education programme. It does not provide counselling or therapy. It is not a religious programme.
Registrations are essential.
Contact: Liz
m: 027 423 8254
e: seasons@levinuniting.org.nz
Places are limited and will be offered on a first-come-first-reserved basis.
Pastoral Care
If you or someone you know would like a visit, our Pastoral Care team is on call. Please do not hesitate to call one of the Senior Lay Leaders and they will connect you with one of our visitors.