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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.

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.

Who we Are We are an Intergenerational community gathering in Redwood, Christchurch, centred around a weekly meal, exploring what it means to follow Jesus in today's world. When Sorry we are on hold at the moment . Where We meet at St Silas Church Hall 237 Main North Road, Redwood, Christchurch What Happens An evening meal is provided. Koha is appreciated. All ages welcome! We have an opening "ice-breaker" activity, then a short discussion with questions to discuss during the meal. For more info go to our Facebook page.

Who we are Orchard Youth is a place for young people who are in Year 7 - 13 to come and make new friends and share experiences. We provide a safe environment for you to have fun. What happens We meet and play games, do craft activities, play sport, and attend youth events like Deeper Camp (for Intermediates), and Easter Camp (for High School), or go for outings around the community. When and Where We meet on Friday nights - 6.30pm to 8.30pm at St Silas Church Hall Location If you would like further information, contact Office

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 ​ Wardens: Peoples Warden - C Eaton Ph: 027 441 1490 Vicar's Warden - A McMaster Ph: 323 8859 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 email our Office Administrator

St David's Church, Belfast St David's Church was built in 1903 with a beautiful wooden structure. ​ The church has seating for approximately 80, with wooden pews for seating. A full refurbishment with new carpet, lighting, and other features was completed in 2020. ​ The complex is wheelchair accessible and there is a carpark behind the complex. ​ Inside View There is a modern audio visual setup with a large TV front and back. ​ The Tech Desk supports a 6 Channel Mixer, with 4 microphones linked thru a snake, and one handheld wifi microphone. The Tech Desk allows setup of laptop to project both to front and back. An electric piano, music stands and other gear is also available. ​ Inside the church The setting offers a beautiful and serene atmosphere for a variety of gatherings. ​ For more information about the background of St David's, please see our other Heritage pages on this site. 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!

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!

​ St David's Anglican Church - Belfast Part of the Northwest Christchurch Anglican Parish St David’s Anglican Church is located at 829-831 Main North Road, Belfast, Christchurch. The church, designed in 1902, and officially opened in 1903, replaced an earlier structure built in c1855. The church has significance as the site of one of the city’s earliest places of worship; as a site of Anglican worship in the present church for over a century, as a fine early Arts and Crafts church, and one of the few churches designed by prominent architect Samuel Hurst Seager. Built as a memorial to the early settlers of Belfast, there is a need to retain the cultural, spiritual and architectural significance of this building and preserve it for future generations.