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Heritage St David's Church Belfast, Christchurch Thank You Built as a memorial to the pioneer settlers of Belfast, the Northwest Christchurch Anglican Parish recognised the need to retain the spiritual, historical, architectural and cultural significance of this building, and to preserve it for future generations. To this end, an extensive refurbishment of St David’s has now been completed and we wish to express our grateful thanks to the Christchurch City Council Heritage Division and the Environment and Heritage section of the Lotteries Commission for their Heritage Grants, the Phillip Brown Trust, the AAW, and individuals who made donations towards the project. Our grateful thanks also to the Anglican Diocese and CPT for their assistance. Without all your support we would not have achieved the extensive Scope of Works set down in the planning stages. We are delighted with the outcome and wish to thank all those involved in the project. Lisa Hurley (LH Design), John Smith (Plans/Drawings), Andy Douglas (Builder), Andy Burnett (Builder), Jason Ward (Painter/Interior Timber Refurbishment), John Perry (John Perry Electrical), Steve Hermens (Lighthouse Lighting), Victor Stewart (Stewart Stained Glass Ltd), Kay Nelson (Trinity Glass), Tracy Fayey (Floorpride), David Toland (Floorpride), Jill Jarvis (Irvine Flooring), Mike Connolly (4 Seasons ChCh Ltd), Mark Reid (Canterbury Scaffolding), Jacqui Beaton (Impressive Kitchens), Kyle Marshall (Haase Marshall Drainage) and Brian Walker (Spiderban). To the team that managed the project – Anne McMaster, Joanne Latham, Barbara and John Clark, Dorothy Bradley, and Gary Golding, Murray Trimmer and Ian Bisman during the early planning stages. Thank you to the many parish helpers who shifted pews, replanted gardens, and to the congregation of St David’s that have met at St Silas while the work was done. We want to open our doors to you as our community, to come and visit St David’s and join in on any of our services and activities, or book a special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you at St David’s in the near future. Donations for St David's may be made by Direct Credit to Northwest ChCh Parish account: 12-3149-0348631-01 Particulars: Your Name Code: St David's Project For tax purposes, if you are not a member of the parish, please contact the Treasurer for receipt.

Children and Families Activities, Moosic & Moovement Music & Movement Who is it for This group is for pre-schoolers. Our group enjoys dancing and movement to music. Mums, Dads, Caregivers, and Grandparents welcome to join in. Where St Silas Church - 237 Main North Rd, Redwood (Cnr of Tuckers Rd and Main North Road) When Thursday mornings (during term time). Starting 10am with music and movement, then afterwards enjoying a chat and social time. For more information Contact the Office: 03 352 1366

Our Mission and People About Us The community of the parish comes from a wide geographical area in the north west of Christchurch, ranging from Bishopdale, Casebrook, Redwood, Northwood and Belfast suburbs and sometimes beyond this. There are two churches St David's, Belfast at 831 Main North Road, Belfast and St Silas, Redwood at 237 Main North Road, Redwood. St David's, Belfast St Silas, Redwood St David's, Belfast St David’s offers an intimate traditional space for those who gather each week to worship together - it’s a bit like family. Services are offered on 2-5th Sundays from 9am - followed by a cuppa. We do the same on Wednesdays at 10am, beginning in the lounge with a cuppa and a good old chat about everything going on in our world and lives. It is a place to belong and find friendship and support for the journey of life which throws all kinds of challenges our way. There is something about the atmosphere of this little church that helps people on their journey through life. St David’s is a special place for smaller weddings accommodating around 80 guests – its traditional and intimate setting, and the knowledge that people have gathered there for worship and special occasions for over 100 years adds to the tranquil atmosphere. St Silas, Redwood St Silas, Redwood was built in 1990 to combine with the existing Hall. The Auditorium offers a contemporary setting. On the 1st Sunday in the month the whole Northwest parish combines in a service held at 9.30am, to bring both churches together. After the service there is a social time over coffee/tea and fellowship. On all other Sundays, St Silas services are at 10.30am. Silas welcomes in parents/caregivers and their tots for "Music & Movement" on Thursday mornings. Activities include singing and dancing and a great time to gather and meet and share fellowship. On Friday nights the Youth of the community gather and share stories, games and events at Orchard Youth group.

Groups, Activities and Events at Northwest ChCh Sundays @ St Silas Families We welcome families with children, young toddlers and babies into our church. If you have a toddler aged 0 - 5 Years we have an in-church space for colouring activities or activities. During the Week Toddlers 0-5 years Music & Movement Meets in the church - Thursdays 10.00am during term This is a fun opportunity for toddlers to dance and sing to music in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Mums, Dads, Grans or caregivers join in, and afterwards share in a cuppa and socialising. For info contact Office or phone 03-352-1366 for times.. Orchard Youth @ Silas Church - Years 7-13 Friday Nights - 6.30pm - 8.30pm (during term) This group is for the youth Year 7-13. There are fun activities, games, and an opportunity to meet new friends, in a friendly environment. Check out our Orchard page - this gives further information to what is happening.

Finding faith We know there are many people who have questions about Faith, and have never walked into a church, or had any experience of belonging to a Christian community. Stepping towards this is your first step in discovering a new life pathway, and if you have questions, we are happy to help answer some of these questions. We look forward to meeting you and journeying together. Vicar: Rev. Victoria Askin 022 126 7885 Peoples Warden: C Eaton 0274411490 Vicar's Warden: J Lipsys Parish Office 237 Main North Road, Redwood, Christchurch 8051 P: 03 352-1366 Hours: 9.30am to 12noon (Monday to Friday) If the office is unattended, please use the Contact Form.

baptisms, weddings, funerals, social events, groups needing a venue Northwest ChCh Anglican Parish Our parish is made up of two venues. St Silas Church, 237 Main North Road, Redwood, Christchurch and St David's Church, 831 Main North Road, Belfast, Christchurch. Hire of Venues Both venues offer a beautiful range of facilities, with a modern auditorium at St Silas, or a lovely heritage chapel at St David's. As part of our services, our clergy team are available to offer marriage preparation and guidance to couples, or support to those who are experiencing grief and sorrow on a loved ones passing. We welcome you to our community, to support you and your family. St Silas, Redwood St David's, Belfast

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Available for baptisms, weddings, funerals and social events. St Silas Church The complex of St Silas Church was extended in 1990 with a new auditorium, offices, meeting rooms, and kitchen being built onto the existing hall. The auditorium has a modern layout, with seating for approximately 140. It has the facility to remove seating for smaller occasions or groups, or rearrangement of seating for a variety of services. St Silas has recently had a complete upgrade of colourscheme and new carpet. There is wheelchair access both front and back, and there is a carpark behind the complex. Main Auditorium St Silas Church welcomes those celebrating special occasions, such as weddings, accommodating upto 130 guests, for the service and/or offering use of the Hall for refreshments afterwards. St Silas also welcomes those families farewelling loved ones on their final journey. The Auditorium has a modern audio visual setup with a Data Projector and screen in fixed position. The Tech Desk supports a 16 Channel Sound mixing desk, with options for playing DVD music or Online music through speakers. There are multiple microphones available. There is a late model laptop to display videos and pptx files to front data projector and to supporting TV at the back of the auditorium. An electric piano, music stands and other gear is also available. The Hall and Small Meeting Room The Hall is suitable for a variety of activities. It is used for functions, sports groups e.g. 1 badminton court, table tennis, dance activities such as line dancing, and other functions such as quiz nights, and social events. There are 8-10 round tables and chairs for seating. The Kitchen is connected through a door and servery hatch. While not a commercial kitchen, it is well equipped with table place setting for 80, a zip, a steriliser, modern pie warmer, oven and microwave. The small meeting room is suitable for up to 20 people, with comfortable corner sofa, TV and HDMI connection available. For more information regarding hire fees, bond, and availability please contact us using the form below, or ring the Office 9.30am to 12.30am on 03 352 1366. Submit Thanks for submitting!

Worship Times for Services Easter Services Times Palm Sunday Services - 13 April St Davids, Belfast @ 9am and St Silas, Redwood @ 10.30am Easter Wednesday Service - 16 April Service at St Davids, Belfast 10am Maundy Thursday Dinner - 17 April St Silas, Redwood - 6pm Bookings required. $10 p.p. or $20 per family, to cover cost of the Roast Lamb. Please also email/ring office, whether you will bring salad/vegetable or dessert to share. Good Friday Service - 18 April St Silas, Redwood @ 10am A Reflective Service of readings and songs followed by morning tea, with hot cross buns. Easter Sunday Service - 20 April Combined Service @ 10.30amSt Silas, Redwood Followed by morning tea. No Service at St Davids. Address St Davids Church 831 Main North Road, Belfast St Silas Church 237 Main North Road, Redwood

Heritage - Social History of St David's Church, Belfast, Christchurch Heritage Significance Assessment St David’s Anglican Church is listed as a Group 1 Heritage Item in the City Plan, and as a Category II Historic Place by Heritage New Zealand (Registration Number 3810). Category II is given to places of ‘historical or cultural significance or value’. St David’s Anglican Church has historical and social significance as the site of one of the Christchurch’s earliest churches, and a centre of parish life in the present church for over a century. The building also has significance as an indicator of the growth of Belfast in the late nineteenth century. The first Anglican Church, which also served as a school, was built in c1855 in an area then known as Purarekanui, but which was renamed Belfast in the 1880’s. Known as the Main North Road Church or St Johns, this church formed part of the Papanui Parish for nearly 50 years. With the opening of the freezing works and other associated industries from the 1880’s however, the population of the district grew and Belfast was constituted a parish with its own minister in 1899. Although the old church was extended around this time, it proved inadequate, and vestryman William Nicholls, proprietor of the Kaputone Wool Scour, provided 100 pounds to start the building fund and this was added to by sacrificial fundraising by parishioners until there was sufficient funds to build the current St David's church. Architect Samuel Hurst Seager, who had designed Nicholl’s own home Spring Grove was commissioned to design the new church, initially proposed to be brick, but constructed in timber because of financial constraints. St David’s, as it was renamed by parishioners, was opened in 1903 and consecrated in 1912.