St. David's

Presbyterian Church, Palmerston North, New Zealand

Sunday Worship:

Gathering together for worship on a Sunday is the main focus of our congregation’s life. While our worship centre is no cathedral, it is our sacred House of God, hospitable and worshipful. We are very proud of the many colourful banners that hang in the sanctuary, made by local people.

St. David’s offers a Christian spirituality that is welcoming, celebratory, thoughtful and relevant to life today. We are creative and our worship is enriched by music which is accessible to all tastes and cultures. We particularly like those hymns and songs written by New Zealanders for our situation and context.

Our Family Friendly status is also evident in worship: the children are welcomed and encouraged to participate, often leading the opening of worship.

As a Presbyterian Church, our main focus is on the reading of the Bible and reflecting on it. This may be straightforward reflection or may include drama and poetry (and some quiet reflection). We expect a thought-provoking message and encourage our congregation to think and debate how it might apply God’s Word to their lives. Worship for us is about engaging heart and mind and as we meet with God and try to follow the way of Christ.

Usually the minister leads our worship, but other members of the church participate in many ways. As a church that has a strong community focus, we expect to pray for our local city and nation, and for those in our community who are ill, bereaved or struggling.

On the second Sunday of each month we celebrate Holy Communion. All are welcome to join us in this "Family Meal" .

To read the order of service for this Sunday's service in PDF format click on this link