We offer ideal facilities to host a variety of groups in our neighbourhood. Some of these groups are directly affiliated with the Church, and others are for the benefit of our communities and social groups in our corner of Christchurch. Below are some of the groups and their contacts for you and your family to get involved.
PARISH GROUPS
Cafe Crawl
Tuesday Mornings at 10:30am
We meet for a cuppa at cafes in and around the parish. Each week a different venue is chosen. Please see the Monthly Calendar tab for the latest venues. Please contact: nurture.u@gmail.com for further information
Smiling Cyclists
Tuesday, 8:45am meeting at the Church of St Mary
Cyclists meet on Tuesdays at 8:45. We meet with the Cafe Crawl group for mid-ride refreshments at 10:30am. We normally travel one the many off-street cycling routes throughout the city. We normally travel 40-60km and most use e-bikes. Everyone is welcome to join us.
We also meet on Thursdays and connect with a local Rotary Club for a similar ride.
Please contact: nzsullys@gmail.com for more information
Meal @ Valley Inn
5:00pm at the Valley Inn, 3 Flavell St, Heathcote
We meet for a weekly meal following Evensong. Its good to meet with local identities and have a good quality reasonably priced meal. Everyone is welcome to join us.
Please contact: nzsullys@gmail.com for more information
Parish Swim Team
Monday, Wednesday and Friday Mornings
8:00am at Aquagym
We meet for about an hour working at our own pace and program. Following the session we meet for a cuppa at Under the Red Verandah, 29 Tancred St. Everyone is welcome to join the group.
Please contact: brinkmanvcfamily@xtra.co.nz for more information.
Dessert Challenge
Last Sunday of the month in June July and August
7:00pm at a parishioners home
Bring a dessert with you and take part in our dessert bakeoff. A celebrity judge will select the winner for the night and a prize will be awarded. We hope to see you there. Be prepared to go home with a full stomach!
For further information, please refer to the newsletter or contact the Vicar 027 475 9946.
Card Night
First Wednesday of the month
7:00pm in the Centennial Centre, 2 Truscotts Rd
Come and join the card school! If you enjoy 500, Euchre and crib, this is the night for you. Please join us and bring a friend. The first card night for 2025 begins in March.
Home Groups
We have two. Both meet at 3:30pm on Thursdays in parishioners homes. Mt Pleasant Home Group meets on the 2nd Thursday's of the month; the Heathcote Group meets on the 4th Thursday of the month.
Please contact the Vicar for further information if you wish to join either of these special groups. 027 475 9946
Mah Jong Group
1:30pm Wednesdays in the Centennial Centre beside the Church on Wednesday afternoons from 1:30pm
This group of enthusiasts meets weekly to play Mahjong for social enjoyment. Anyone is welcome to join. Contact Judy at (03) 384 0027.
Twinkle Tots
10:30am Friday mornings during the school term in the Village Hall, Church of St Mary, cnr Martindales/Truscotts Rds, Heathcote
Twinkle Tots is a song and dance activity for pre-school children up to four years of age accompanied by a parent or care-giver. It is followed by a relaxed morning tea/coffee/water and a nibble. It is operated by the parish.
Contacts: Suzanne Stewart, phone 027 285 1843
The Association of Anglican Women
3rd Tuesday of the month
2:00pm meeting at the Church of St Mary, 3 Truscotts Rd, Heathcote
The Association of Anglican Women is an organisation whose aim is to promote Christian family life. The group has an ecumenical flavour, and is open to any women in the district who are interested.
Please contact Pat Owen for more information: buxtons7@xtra.co.nz
Otautahi Aikido
Meet in the Village Hall, at the Village Hall, cnr Martindales/Truscotts Rds, Heathcote.
The group has taken a long-term lease of the Village Hall, though it will be available by arrangement for other functions. Details of Otautahi Aikido and the childrens' and other classes are on their web pages (www.aikido.gen.nz)
Contact: Liam O'Donoghue 021 727 690.
Heathcote Valley Wool Craft Group
9:15am Thursdays in the Village hall, Church of St Mary, cnr Martingales/Truscotts Rds, Heathcote
This group of enthusiasts meets weekly to spin, knit and create with wool. Anyone is welcome to join.
Contact Felicity at: thebackhouses@slingshot.co.nz or (03) 384-1755.
Our facilities are available for hire, either for a single event, or to host regular group meetings. To arrange for your own event or group, refer to the Facilities pages. Please contact vicar@heathcote-mtpleasant.org.nz for further details.