Christmas Crafts

06 December

1pm - 4pm at St. Aidans, 89 Miramar Avenue, Miramar

Create and take away some homemade crafts, such as Christmas baubles, photo calendars, and cupcakes. This event is packed full of kids and adults making crafts together. They could be presents, treats for yourself or just because you love crafts!
You could make: candles, photo frames, snow globes, Christmas cards, cinnamon sticks, cupcakes and many more.
We also hear the Christmas story and the reason we celebrate.

$2 entry - no RSVP required, just show up!

Lessons and Carols

07 December

7pm - 8.30pm at All Saints, 90 Hamilton Road, Hataitai

A Christmas service that tells the story of the birth of Jesus through nine short Bible readings interspersed with the singing of carols.
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Mulled wine and Christmas cake to follow.

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Blue Christmas

14 December

7.30 pm at St. Aidans, 89 Miramar Avenue, Miramar

Are there circumstances in your life that make Christmas difficult to face this year?
Are you living with grief, feeling down, flat, or frustrated with the hype of the Christmas season?
Or do you know someone who is in this situation?
The 'Blue Christmas' service is for those who need a time of quiet reflection, stillness and prayer. 

Please invite anyone who may find comfort in this space. All are welcome.

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​Strathmore Carols

21 December

4 pm at Raukawa Community Centre, Strathmore

A family-friendly time to sing carols together, hear the Christmas story, have some food and enjoy some time on the Bouncy Castles.

​Join us as we celebrate Christmas just around the corner.

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Nativity, Carols and Petting Zoo

24 December

6 pm at St. Aidan's, 87 Miramar Avenue, Miramar

Enjoy some carols, participate in telling the Christmas story and then enjoy the petting zoo together on Christmas Eve.
​A perfect way to celebrate Christmas with the family!

​Come early, as the seats are limited and it is a tight squeeze with all the animals, too.

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Candlelight Service 

24 December

11 pm at St. Aidan's, 87 Miramar Avenue, Miramar

A traditional, reflective space under candlelight as we celebrate the coming of Jesus at midnight with communion.
One of the most anticipated services of the year. This service is designed to imitate the first Christmas.

​This is a chance to celebrate the silent night together.

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Family Christmas

25 December

10 am at St. Aidan's, 87 Miramar Avenue, Miramar

A fun-filled, family-friendly celebration of Christmas.
​This service helps you to begin the day by focusing on the reason for Christmas and celebrating the Christmas story. The whole family is involved in the service, and we make sure that it is enjoyable for all. 

Come and celebrate Christmas Day with us!