| Sunday Morning |
Teaching and Worship The communion service (9.30 am) is a time of worship where all are welcome to participate. The teaching service (10:30 am) provides an opportunity to hear God's Word and to do something about it. On Public Holiday weekends, there is one service beginning at 10:30am. |
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| Atawhai | Atawhai comes from a Maori word meaning "liberality". This ministry is one of practical care for people in the chapel and outside, with an emphasis on providing food parcels. There is a basket in the foyer where you can donate basic food items for this ministry. |
| The Master's House | The Master's House (next door to the Chapel) is a Youth and Community Centre and is available for use by church groups, individuals and the community. There are full kitchen facilities, small meeting rooms and two lounge areas which are ideal for meetings, seminars and small group workshops. For rental charges and details, phone the Chapel Office- 856 4222. |
| Other ministries to our community | We have a range of other ministries catering to the needs of our community including the community creche, budget advice and counselling. Also located on our premises is the Hamilton ToyBox which is a toy library that operates on Tuesday mornings and Thursday afternoons. |
| Hillcrest Chapel Trust | The HC Trust is a charitable trust that legally owns the church, office, The Masters House and Powerstation properties on behalf of the congregation. It is responsible for long term management, development and procurement of property to support church ministries. |
| Music | The Psalmist encouraged us to make a joyful noise to the Lord. We want to encourage all kinds of musical gifts and give opportunity for these gifts to be developed. We have a Music Leadership Team (MLT) who is responsible for all aspects of music and related activities such as new music, copyright, encouragement of new musicians etc. The MLT are: Rick Hoskins, Bev Hoskins, John Field, Jason McKinnon and Rach Dixon. |
| Evangelism and Mission |
"I will also make you a light, that you may bring my
salvation to the ends of the earth." We believe the gospel is an integral part of everyday life and those relationships at work and everywhere else are the context in which evangelism best takes place. We encourage each other to share the good news in all our relationships Alpha and other courses in the basics of the Christian faith are offered from time to time for people who are not yet Christians or who want to establish their faith. We also have a library of evangelism resources that can be borrowed. |
| Missions | Missionary outreach and interest are a vital part of the church's life. During its forty years the Chapel has seen around 40 people who have been part of the congregation serve overseas and we are committed to maintaining and expanding our commitment. The Missions Committee coordinates the Chapel's cross-cultural Mission activity. |
| Library | For books and videos |
| ToyBox | A community toy library for parents & children |