CIRCLE

The Association of Anglican Women Volume 48, No 1 February, 2015 Theme for 2014-15: Living Life in Faith, Fun and Fellowship.

The Aims of AAW: - to unite in prayer and participate in the mission of the Church - to promote, safeguard and nurture Christian family life CONTRIBUTIONS Editor:- Diocesan AAW Group & Members’ Marjorie Brown, 5 Islington Street, Items: Please help the CIRCLE editorial N.E.V., Dunedin 9010 team by sending your contributions Ph 03 473 7751 and reports, email or hand-written, Email [email protected] to your Diocesan Circle Publicity Business Manager:- Representative so that she can collate, Mrs Anne Stratford, 69g Richardson Street, St Kilda, Dunedin 9012. edit, proof and select what to send from Phone: 03 455 5434 each diocese to keep to the approximate Email [email protected] Word Allowance of about 360 words NZ President:- per diocese. This allows for around two Mrs Margaret McLanachan, 109 Forfar pictures. St, Mornington, Dunedin 9011. From Diocesan Coordinators : All Phone: 03 453 0131 Copy to - The Editor, Marjorie Brown- Mobile 021 216 9640. Email: [email protected] contact details, right. This includes emailed text - either as an attached single Graphic layout: Marilyn Sim column WORD (not ‘Publisher’) file, or as Phone: 03 489 2095 text typed straight into your email. Email: [email protected] PHOTOS: Email (attached as a “FILE”, not as a “picture”) original digital photos (high resolution jpg files) to mari- [email protected] or post commercially Copy deadline for next produced glossy prints for scanning (not issue: photocopied - nor produced by desk-jets or 30 March home laser printers).

2 INTRODUCTION

Contents Hello and a Happy New 4 From our President Year to you 5 The Right Reverend all from the Andrew Hedge editor. Thank 5 of Waiapu you to all who got their 6 Cover Photo contributions in on time. I 8 Mothers’ Union am somewhat “technically challenged” so am grateful 10 Social Concerns for the extra days to get the 11 Dunedin Diocese editing done. 14 Christchurch Diocese A retired teacher, I am a 15 Nelson Diocese member of St John’s Roslyn 16 Wellington Diocese parish and secretary to one of our AAW groups. Andrew 18 Diocese of Waikato and and I have been married Taranaki for 55 years and have three 22 Waiapu Diocese children and ten grandchil- 26 Auckland Diocese dren. I enjoy gardening and 28 Poppies handcrafts, especially knit- 30 Grandchildren’s pages ting. I have recently discov- ered Free Form Knitting which has my creative juices flowing. Marjorie Brown

3 From our President

Dear all,

Well here we are at the beginning of another AAW year. I do hope you have all had a restful but joyous Christmas and a peaceful holiday season and are ready to work and promote AAW in your area for 2015. Best wishes to all those who are taking on new leadership roles this year. AAW Sunday is the first Sunday of February but you may celebrate that day anytime that suits during the year with the commissioning of all leaders and committees. Your Executive meet on 28th February at a Conference room at Wellington airport. We are trialling this way of meeting to help with the finances so we will all have to be very precise with our reports etc. If there is anything you feel needs discussion please speak to your President or let me know. Mid March sees me head off to Wellington, Waiapu and Waikato to speak at meetings. I really look forward to meeting as many of you as possible and to see how each Diocesan meeting runs. Conference, 2-5th October - plans are still on track and we are hoping to have Registration forms ready for the February meeting All the very best for Lent and the Easter Season.

Margaret

4 The Right Reverend Andrew Hedge Bishop of Waiapu December 2014

Greetings and peace to you all. I time in the north before traveling am writing this as I sit in Kerikeri, to Waiapu. Northland, on Christmas Eve. I In many ways the life that our have travelled here with my family family lives in ministry is very to celebrate the 200th anniversary different to any of these from 200 of the day when the Rev Samuel years ago. Yet the love of God Marsden, CMS missionary, and and desire to share the Gospel Ruatara, Maori chief, hosted the that brought these families to this first Christian service at Oihi Bay, foreign land is in essence the same Christmas Day 1814. that leads us into new parts of life We are looking forward to cele- as we follow God’s call. brating Christmas at Oihi in the As I’ve come to know AAW company of many other visitors but communities I’ve been encouraged also having some time to enjoy the by their desire to care for families history of this region. It’s good to as a ministry of the church. At this have some time together as a family time of the year as we celebrate the and it has caused me to think about Holy Family travelling to Beth- the Kendall, Hall and King families lehem and beyond it seems so who came with Marsden on the relevant that we all should celebrate ship the Active in 1814 and what ministry that is offered to families their life would have been like in as part of our life as a church and this place 200 years ago. Another give thanks for the families who family that I’m mindful of on this have devoted their lives to the trip is that of William Williams, the ministry of the church in years first Bishop of Waiapu, who spent gone by.

5 Cover Photo

Christ Church, Pukehou

~ A Brief History

The original part of the Church concerts. was constructed in 1859 by Samuel By 2000 it became clear that the Williams at his own expense. It was shingle roof needed replacing and this constructed of native timber milled in led to the complete restoration carried the area, mainly Totara. The roof was out in 2001/2002 at a total cost of made of Totara shingles which lasted $207,000. 100 years. In 1881 the chancel was The East window by John Bonner added and in 1893 the transepts were and St Michael by Karl Parsons are added, the chancel extended and the particularly fine examples of the Arts vestry moved to its present position. and Crafts style. It is very likely that These additions to the Church were of both were made in the Glass House Rimu construction. at , London which was estab- The oak trees were grown from lished by , one of the acorns brought out from England at founders of the Arts and Crafts move- the time the Church was built. Timber ment. He taught both John Bonner and from one of the trees was used to make Karl Parsons. The window in the North the doors of the Napier Cathedral. transept was made by Powel and Sons Te Aute College used the Church of Whitefriars, London. The three west before the College Chapel was built in windows were renewed in 2001 as part 1901. However, the Church was used by of the restoration. the College for many years after that as indicated by the carving of names and dates on the pews! The Church was part of the Waipawa Parish until 1912 when the Otane parish was formed. In 1983 the Otane Parish was divided between Havelock North and Waipawa so Christ Church once again became part of the Waipawa Parish. At this point the Church was closed for regular worship, handed back to the diocese and a local committee was formed to care for it. Since 1983 the committee has main- tained the Church and promoted its use for occasional services, weddings and 6 150th Anniversary Window

The people of Puke- promise of new life, also represented hou commissioned this by the river behind, in a Diocese window to mark the that takes its name from a river. Oak 150th anniversary of this leaves speak of the Pakeha settlers, the Church, built by Arch- Aute leaves of Maori and links with Samuel Williams Polynesia. The leaves change with the in 1859. The window is seasons, transforming into the doves designed and crafted by that represent the Holy Spirit. Graham Stewart and Son Dedicated to the glory of God of Rangiora and reflects by the Most Reverend, Archbishop elements of Andrew William Brown Turei, Bishop ofAote- Gordon’s carving at aroa and Co Presiding Bishop of the Waerenga-a-hika where Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New the Diocese of Waiapu Zealand and Polynesia on 8th Febru- began under its first ary, 2009. Bishop, William Williams, also in 1859. The flax cross evokes Palm Sunday and the

As you prepare for Easter be different. Instead of giving up ‘something’ for Lent (after all if we are truly honest with ourselves we give up things like chocolate) do something positive. • Set aside some time to read your Bible. • Pray for your family, friends, those in need. • Visit a person living alone. • Become a visitor to a Rest Home. • Do some of the things that you have been promising to do . • Call someone you haven’t seen lately. • Go for a walk with a family member or a friend.

7 Mothers’ Union

This year the Wave of Prayer mar, and Auckland with South has been adjusted to include Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Nigeria over 100 new links which gives and Vanuatu. MU Diocesan Presi- us an opportunity to pray dents will have details of the partic- for many more people. The ular dioceses and the dates for their theme United in Prayer builds on Wave of Prayer days, although we that of 2014 Sowing the Future are asked to use the calendar to pray for MU members ... a statement each day. The theme fits in very affirming three clear well with the first Aim of AAW “to and consistent strands unite in prayer and participate to our work common in the mission of the church” and to Mothers’ Union highlights the importance of throughout the world. prayer as the basis of all we do.

Together. Christchurch is linked The Provincial Presidents meet- with dioceses in South Sudan, ing was held in November and Rwanda and Nigeria, Te Pihopa- Iritana Hankins enjoyed meeting tanga O Aotearoa is linked with with other MU leaders, sharing Congo, Kenya, Nigeria, Ireland and experiences, taking part in discus- India, Waikato and Taranki with sions, and planning for the future South Sudan, Kenya and Nigeria, with the theme “A Goal to Cele- Polynesia with Burundi, Kenya and brate”. They produced a statement Nigeria, Wellington with South affirming three clear and consistent Africa, Uganda, Nigeria and Myan- strands to our work common to

8 Mothers’ Union throughout the knitted over 800 pairs of children’s world. slippers and sent them to Christ- • the centrality of prayer church for distribution. They have • to enable individuals, families been very gratefully received. St and communities to discover and Mary’s, New Plymouth MU received use the gifts, skills and knowledge an invitation to the Teen Mums’ they possess Graduation and 3 members went • to challenge mechanisms and along to see the girls receive their behaviours that perpetuate social certificates. All had passed NCEA injustices Level 1 and several passed NCEA Level 2 plus Diplomas in Business Wellington members are already Administration and Computing. fundraising towards a new project They were also pleasantly surprised – Away from it all Holidays. These to see a photo of two of them hand- short breaks are very popular in the ing over knitted blankets and baby overseas dioceses which host them clothes to the teachers in the midst of and give families in need a chance to the power point presentation show- re-charge their batteries, share time ing the year’s activities at the School. with their children and enjoy the Planning is well under way for services of MU babysitters for a bit the visit of the Worldwide President, of ‘time out’. 6 new members were Lynne Tembey in May. Lynne has admitted in the Epiphany branch in said she is looking forward to meet- Masterton and the vicar commented ing as many people as possible, and that having several congregations in wants to be surprised by all we have the parish Mothers’ Union was the to offer! glue between them. Last year a Waikato MU member Rosemary Bent

9 Overseas and Outreach

PNG: programmes there – Anne as Activ- I have had a letter from Sister ity Co-ordinator and Anthony as Beverley thanking us for the Social Work Technical Adviser. messages sent from your execu- We are both feeling our way in tive on the occasion of their 50th our new roles, working out how the jubilee. They invited Bishop Peter hospital works, who’s who and who Ramsden and Fr Richmond who is responsible for what! For us both, joined in their services Bishop Peter our first few weeks on the ground preached an inspiring message. at the hospital tell us that our roles will be emotionally demanding and Joeline tells us of how hard life is challenging. where she is:” The government claims the number of refugees in the country is about 1.5 million, which is putting a Kailakuri Health Care Project: huge strain on the locals, as rent rises, We have started mother-child food prices rise, and jobs are scarce. care services in a new village area: Many refugees undercut the locals for Subokachona, since early 2014. jobs by accepting lower pay. And the The Kailakuri village workers in locals are angry that they too are poor this area are Moriom and Kadiza, but unlike the refugees they are getting no help. each responsible for a different Please pray for this situation. area of the village. Moriom does monthly checks for 29 children and Cambodia: From Anne and 10 pregnant mothers. Anthony McCormack (Nov 2014 (Moriom is responsible for 4 Newsletter) village areas and supervises 107 We had meetings with the children and 20 pregnant mothers). administrators of the World Mate Each week a supervisor goes Emergency Hospital prior to start- with the village workers for one or ing work there on 6th October. We two areas. feel buoyant and excited as this new Tanzania chapter in our time in Cambodia I have recently spent some time starts and are both looking forward with Marion McChesney and her to the challenges of starting new friend Jo Rogers. I had previously

10 had a letter from Marion with When I arrived in 2010, I had no the two books she had written. In idea I would live in such a signifi- her letter she thanks us for being cant time of Egypt’s history, and the catalyst for her to be able to it’s been a privilege to journey with sponsor Agnes, Grace, Doroth Egyptian friends and colleagues and Belita who all feature in the through this time. I’ve learnt a lot book “Msalato Mamas”. These through my work at the Diocese, women were Pastor’s wives Class of and enjoyed working with people 2012-2013 at Msalato Theological in our ministries and with partners College in Dodoma. around the world. I’ve loved work- The second book is called “The ing under Bishop Mouneer, playing Nobody Wanted”. We have a small part in empowering new learned of this young man through projects and growing the church in Marion’s letters to us. The books this region of the world. cost $10 each. This is a hard decision for me, Marion mentioned that she is as I am so at home in this culture, willing to go and speak to groups language, in my role, with friends especially those in Christchurch and community here, and pulling and Nelson Diocese. up these roots is hard. However, I feel at peace about this decision to Egypt take a break, and take a leap out into the unknown. God has been An extract from Rosie’s last constantly reminding me this year letter (September-October about trusting in Him, “that life 2014) with God is at its core about giving Dear friends, up to some-thing bigger and more After almost five years since powerful, saying the God knows leaving my ’old life’ in New better than we know, and His Spirit Zealand, I have tickets booked to will lead us in ways we couldn’t leave Egypt on the 10th of Decem- have predicted.” I would value your ber. Living and working in Egypt Prayers. has changed me, and these years have been a rich, growing, fruitful, Mary Estcourt, NZAAW some-times difficult, often joyful, Overseas and Outreach time of my life. Convenor

11 Dunedin Diocese

Aprons with Attitude

During 2014 as I have visited AAW “P” is for PATIENCE groups in Dunedin Diocese I have --Romans 8:24-25 encouraged members to bring an For in this hope we were saved. apron and to be prepared to tell the But hope that is seen is no hope story behind that apron. This has at all. Who hopes for what they enabled some amazing stories to be already have? But if we hope shared. for what we do not yet have, we I used the text from Titus 2: wait for it patiently. ‘Guide older women into lives of “R” is for RESPONSIBIL- reverence so they end up as neither ITY --Galatians 6:4-5 gossips nor drunks, but models of Make a careful exploration of goodness...... We don’t want anyone who you are and the work you looking down on God’s Message have been given, and then because of their behaviour.’ The sink yourself into that. Don’t be Message impressed with yourself. Don’t I also used an APRON Acrostic compare yourself with others. which I gave out to women to read Each of you must take responsi- to the group - bility for doing the creative best “A” is for ATTITUDE you can with your own life. --1 Peter 3:8 “O” is for OPPORTUNI- Summing up: Be agreeable, TIES --Ephesians 3:7 God has be sympathetic, be loving, be given me the wonderful privi- compassionate, be humble. That lege of telling everyone about goes for all of you, no exceptions. this plan of his; and he has given No retalition. No sharp-tongued me his power and special ability sarcasm. Instead, bless — that’s to do it well. your job, to bless. You’ll be a “N” is for NEEDS --Proverbs blessing and also get a blessing. 30:8 First, help me never to tell

12 Holy Trinity, Gore. Aprons with Attitude Oamaru Aprons with Attitude

a lie. Second, give me neither mother’s or grandmother’s apron poverty nor riches! Give me just strings: the importance of instill- enough to satisfy my needs! ing things to “hold on to” for our children and grandchildren We discussed the use of aprons -Teaching them godly character to wipe things [the analogy of traits. having a clean life], pockets for -Teaching them memory verses. holding things [things we hold on -Teaching them godly principles. to or hold dear], aprons as protec- -Teaching them Bible stories to tion and preparation for work [are remember. we prepared to share God’s word -Letting them know we prayed and God’s love with others?] for them. We also touched on ‘What’s tied to your apron strings?’ - What’s Anne Gover, holding us back from doing what Dunedin Diocese AAW President God wants us to do and from living the Christian life? Are there worries, doubts, etc. that keep us from moving about and getting our work done? And finally we reminded each other about the importance of our

13 Southland AAW Area Day, 2014

On Saturday 15 November Holy Trinity AAW, North Invercargill hosted the annual Area Advent Dinner which four of the five local groups attended. We were joined by Provincial AAW President Margaret McLanachan, Diocesan President Anne Gover, Arch- deacon Keith Gover, and guest speaker, Bishop Kelvin Wright. We began the day with morning tea, followed by a service with the theme, “Sharing The Gospel”. This coincided with 200 years of the Gospel in New Zealand. We then sat down to a delicious dinner during which Margaret and Anne shared what is happening at National and Diocesan levels. After the meal Bishop Kelvin shared stories of his and Clemency’s life journeys.

14 Christchurch Diocese

Seasonal Greetings to all our sisters ing group’s devotional style. in Aotearoa New Zealand and the In response to many requests, in Pacific. As ever at this time of year we 2015 the AAW Diocesan Eucharist at are simultaneously looking back and the Cathedral will be held at 11.00am forward; reflecting on our joys and on Saturday September 19th. As this struggles of the past year, and planning is NZ Suffrage Day, it is apt that we in prayer for more effective service in celebrate the witness of women. Bishop the future. Victoria plans to attend. We include with this issue of Another special occasion will be ‘Circle’ some photos of our October in May, when the International Presi- 2014 Transitional Cathedral AAW dent of the Mothers’ Union is to visit Diocesan Eucharist – a lovely occa- our country, spending a short time in sion, with many hundreds of people Christchurch. Our members have been supporting its special quality. The invited to join together with the local procession of Group and Diocesan MU group in sharing a Communion AAW banners was a colourful declara- Service at St Mary’s, Addington. We tion of our creative energies, and we all look forward to praising God together appreciated the help of some senior St and honouring our shared history. Margaret’s College students in lifting Blessings to all fellow members of the heavy banners high. The music was the Association of Anglican Women in some parts more rhythmical and – we wish you a year of safe driving, unorthodox, following the pattern used effective technology, great relationships, at our Diocesan Synod, and contrast- good health and increasingly produc- ing with traditional hymns and the tive service in the mission given us by Community of the Sacred Name’s sing- our Lord Jesus Christ.

15 Nelson Diocese

St Thomas’ Motueka Group watched a DVD on the work of Paul and Marga- ret Brand who work in India among the Lepers. A member spoke about the history of Leprosy in India. Amazing hats were the order of the day at a Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at their final meeting for the year. Afternoon tea was followed by the singing of Christmas said that the Queen and Duke of Carols. (photo) were a good example to Holy Trinity, Richmond’s everyone. He spoke of his sabbatical Evening Group held an after- in England where a highlight was noon tea party for the Afternoon staying at Windsor Castle where his Group. Out came the embroidered daughter and son-in–law live. supper cloths, fine china, polished At the Mawhera Regional silver and flowers to complement meeting the guest speaker was the the elegant food. An entertaining Seminarian from St Patrick’s Catho- poem on Recycling was read and lic Church, Thanh Tran who has then the Evening group presented been in New Zealand for six years, their skit which won the Audrey He is from Vietnam and spoke of Landels’ Rosebowl. his family life growing up in a large The guest speaker at the family in the farming/rice-grow- Marlborough Regional meeting ing area of Vietnam. He became was the Very Rev Charles Tyrell, a Christian and this led to him Bishop’s Advisor for the Care of coming to New Zealand to study. Older People, who spoke about When he arrived he could not speak “Positive Aging”. He stressed that English but we were impressed by it was helpful to read, socialise his clearly spoken language. He and do meaningful things. He showed some interesting pictures of

16 village life in Vietnam. He has two Bible alongside an overhead presen- further years of training and has tation illustrated and emphasised been accepted for ordination as a the vastness of God’s creation and priest in the Christchurch Diocese. of our galaxy and saw how small Holy Trinity Greymouth had a earth is in comparison. talk from Revd David Hastings on Diane Higgins the Universe. Readings from the Nelson Diocese

Wellington Diocese

with her husband Justin, the Bishop of Wellington. Jane and Jenny are pictured below. Jane on the left and Jenny on the right. Jenny is AAW Patron in the Wellington Diocese and Jane has many roles, one being that of a spiritual director. They are both so much more than this and we hope to learn more of them and from them in future editions of Working it out? Circle. In Circle, November 2014 there A shoot shall come out from the was an article headed Transitions stump of Jesse, and a branch shall and written by Jane and Jenny. Who grow out of his roots. are Jane and Jenny I have been Under the preparation and asked? Jane and Jenny happen to guidance of Sue Tims, the AAW live side by side in Wellington, Jane of Waikanae, Kapiti Coast, were Wilkinson in the Deanery, along able to tell the story and assemble a with her husband Digby, Dean of Jesse tree. The Jesse tree represents the Cathedral of St Paul, and Jenny Jesus’ family tree. The name is taken Duckworth in Bishop’s Court, along from Isaiah 11:1, in which Jesus

17 is referred to as a shoot coming up from the stump of Jesse, the father of David. The ornaments on the tree, some of which can be seen in the photo, tell of Jesus’ ancestors, and the events leading to Jesus’ birth. Nothing like a nice card! These days, with snail mail being on the decline, it can be a pleasurable and surprising thing to receive a hard copy of a card. With this in mind, AAW in the Wellington Diocese produced a series of six cards of different churches throughout the diocese. They are sold in packs of 6 or individually. The award of top client for the number bought, goes to the men’s group in the parish of Waikanae. Our Diocesan President, Pat Vincent concluded her recent Apology and correction newsletter with: Circle, November 2014 recorded Romans 15:13 May the God of that the photos for the back hope fill you with all joy and peace and front covers were taken by in believing, so that by the power of Gwen McCullough. They were the Holy Spirit you may abound in indeed photographed by GLEN hope. McCullough. Thank you Glen.

18 Diocese of Waikato and Taranaki

1897 Victorian Gown

19 150 Years of Cambridge Weddings by Carol Chetwynd.

As the title suggests the Cambridge AAW made this year’s Flower Festival a little different. Members wedding gowns, many of which have languished in lofts, were unpacked and refurbished. They provided a stunning display in St. Andrew’s Church alongside flowers arranged by gifted members of the congregation. Our star attraction, an 1897 Victorian gown lovingly restored by a local tailoress, took pride of place next to the altar. Our members baked wedding cakes, slices of which we sold with cups of tea or coffee. Visiting organ- ists played wedding music, and the Cambridge Brownies produced bride dolls. This event fulfilled admirably our Outreach remit as six hundred plus people came through the church during the four days of the festival. It also provided a window into the past for many as the Waipa District celebrated 150 years since its inception.

20 Golden Oldies Mission Tour From St. Peter’s Katikati 2014 by Norma Benton. By Audrey Hammond.

Bula! -the greeting we all received September is birthday month for St. and returned on our trip during Peter’s Katikati AAW and to celebrate, August to Fiji. The weather was twenty members visited Burwood wonderful, hospitality throughout Gardens in the Kaimais. We were the whole ten days extremely warm; welcomed by Maureen and Alan Cook organisation tops! and served a delicious lunch while Our group of twenty-four from looking at the panoramic land and Christchurch, Auckland and New harbour views. Afterwards we strolled Plymouth, visited settlements, villages, around beautifully kept gardens and a medical centre, St. Christopher’s admired the native timber jewellery Home, a prison, a senior citizen’s made by Alan. home, a school, a Cathedral, The It was a happy memorable occasion. Happy Home and The House of Sarah to see if we, in some small way , could help. The Association of Anglican Women features a lot, as most women in the villages are AAW members. Photos Right top: AAW funds for the green water tanks Left to right, Audrey Hammond, Betty were obvious and appreciated, as was Jones, Maureen Evason and Betty The House of Sarah, another AAW Smith initiative. This was a most amazing trip, with Bottom: a wonderful family feel and really Betty Bennett, Colleen Watson and worth repeating next August. I am Betty Chambers enjoy lunch with a hoping to go again – and would love to view have some of you join us.

21 22 Waiapu Diocese AAW Waiapu’s part in Bishop Andrew’s Ordination and Installation

What a great day this was. 750 people from around the Diocese and from Cambridge. Bishop’s from everywhere – representatives from St John all proudly wearing their uniforms and badges. Ten days before the event I had a phone call from the Dean, would AAW present the Waiapu Pecto- ral Cross. Of course we would it would be a great honour. The service started with a Bishop Andrew and family parade of banners from the parishes and proudly waving was the Diocesan AAW banner carried by Hawkes Bay Regional President Mrs Judy Butler and Bay of Plenty Secretary Mrs Judith Hyatt. Mrs Catharine White Eastland Region and Mrs Elaine Wood Diocesan President presented the Bishop with the Pectoral Cross. We were both very excited and Banners ready honoured to be doing this. for the parade AAW was represented by many members from all three regions of our Diocese. A Mrs Catharine wonderful day and an exciting White and Mrs Elaine Wood time ahead as we get to know reading the Bishop Andrew. words from the Elaine Wood service sheet Waiapu Diocesan President

23 AAW Centennial Celebration at Havelock North

In April 2014 the Rev’d Bryan Carey presided at a special service to celebrate one hundred years of continual meet- ings of the St Luke’s Havelock North Morning Fellowship. At this service we were reminded that the Mothers’ Union began at St Luke’s before 1911. The history The service was followed by of AAW was presented and thanks choral items from pupils of Eliza- were given for the loyalty and beth Curtis. The AAW cake was contribution made by past and cut by Anne Buckner and Ngaire present members of the group who Fendall. were remembered, honoured and Evening Fellowship members celebrated. hosted a lovely lunch. This small The small, elderly group of elderly group has been kept going members was joined by AAW down through the years by many members from the Hawke’s Bay inspiring and supportive clergy Region who had gathered to help men and women. the group celebrate their Centen- Beverley Galloway nial.

24 Dannevirke Happening, hosted by St John’s Family Fellowship on 10 October 2014.

We were blessed by fine weather place. We then proceeded to the and by our guests who came from Police Museum, where our host- Woodville, Takapau, Waipukurau, ess Maureen Lyons entertained us Waipawa, Weber, Taradale and St with stories and also showed us the John’s Cathedral , Napier. Alto- exhibits and the amazing accom- gether we totalled 28 people. The modation upstairs. parish lounge looked great with Our shared luncheon was sump- tables nicely set out, each one with tuous. Raffle tickets were sold and a vase of fresh flowers. Our guests the proceeds will go to the Dannev- arrived promptly and enjoyed a irke Health Shuttle. Eucharist led refreshing cup of tea accompanied by Rev. Jo Crosse was celebrated in by fresh pikelets, scones and sand- the Church with Elaine Swanney wiches. accompanied our singing on the The chatter was lively as acquain- organ. After the service our guests tances were renewed. Ivy was our left to travel to Norsewood to have star as old tales of nursing days were a look around and then head home. exchanged. We visited the charm- We all enjoyed a very full and ing Spinners and Weavers Cottage, memorable day. where an impressive demonstration of various types of spinning took Shelley Vette, President, St Johns Family Fellowship, Dannevirke

The Wahakura Story

Doctor: How are you? babies. Can we make safe sleeping Nanny Whai: I’m much better place for our babies? thanks to you. Nanny Whai: Back then we had Doctor: Good. I’ve got a moenga pepi. job for you. Maori babies die at a Doctor: Could we make higher rate than others. Research these for our babies? Can you make shows high risk factors are smoking one to show me? by hapu mums and bed sharing with Nanny Whai: Of course!

25 Resulting from this conversation, of Corrections means some young the Wahakura Project was launched people weave with us, others harvest in Gisborne in June 2007. Nanny flax and deal with green waste. Whai’s team, Nukutere weavers Funding is scarce and sporadic – and others produced 86 Wahakura the rewards tremendous. which were given to local families . Young people with hugh grins My first Wahakura were made saying – “Everyone said I wouldn’t over 31 years ago, after Emily Schus- be able to do it but I have!”; young ter in Rotorua, showed me hers. The mums saying “Will it hurt when I style differed, the purpose was the go into labour?” being reassured; same. whanau who quit smoking; kind In 2010, with a group of AAW members and others who midwives, I started a project teach- make blankets, donate baby clothes, ing Whanau to make Wahakura. give donations towards lunch; griev- Dr David Tipene-Leach, a lead ing whanau, so grateful to be gifted researcher in this field, tells me ours a wakawairua when baby does not is the only project where we teach survive. whanau to make their own. Others Blessings to all and thanks to are beginning to follow our lead. husband, Bruce Partners, parents, friends and Catharine White, Gisborne relatives come on our courses. A relationship with Department Some Explanations: hapu = pregnant moenga pepi = baby beds whanau = family Waha = to carry or bear + kura = some- thing precious wakawairua = woven casket. (more liter- ally = a canoe or conveyance for the spirit)

Catharine White making Wahakura

26 Auckland Diocese AAW end-of-year Luncheon cious lunch, (catering for more – McHugh’s of Cheltenham, than forty people including the Devonport - 14 November Vicar, Revd Martyn Day and his assistant the Revd Josh Jones) had After the Eucharist presided over been organised and prepared by by AAW Chaplain the Revd Hilary AAW members was enjoyed amid Leith at Holy Trinity Church, the buzz of constant reminiscing as Devonport Professor Peter Line- former members were recognised ham spoke on the significance of and welcomed. This happy occa- celebrating the 200 years since the sion was recorded in the many Gospel was first preached at Oihi, photographs taken. Bay of Islands. More than fifty members met at McHugh’s to enjoy Celebrating Women’s Ministry lunch and meet group members, 2014 some of whom had travelled quite (Source The Anglican Advent 2014) a distance. Everyone agreed that A service on Aotearoa Sunday it was way to celebrate, not only all held at Holy Trinity Cathedral on that has been achieved since 1814, 23rd November was the chance but also the continuing fellowship to celebrate 200 years of women’s of women’s ministry within our ministry. The service, dedicated to groups. the Mothers’ Union, the Associa- tion of Anglican Women and Kahui St George’s Anglican Church Wahine, also recognised the minis- Epsom try of the wives of missionaries and the impact that women had in the St George’s Anglican Church spreading of the gospel, those with Epsom will celebrate its 100th names known and unknown. anniversary in 2015. Natalie Taplin

After the usual Wednesday 10am Women’s Fellowship Holy Communion service, a at Christ Church, Whangarei reunion of former Young Wives, Women’s Fellowship at Christ Mothers’ Union and AAW Church, Whangarei, has re-assem- members was held in the Church bled itself after disbanding 3 years hall on 19th November. The deli- ago, when many of the needs

27 of older people were met by The Selwyn Fellowship providing a weekly morning event for all comers, and a range of interesting activities, meals, outings, and speak- ers. This has been very successful and well-attended. However, this is not ‘parish fellowship’ in the traditional way. So between ten and fifteen women have met monthly to ‘be fellow- ship together’ , to create consistent bonds, associate with AAW, and as an outreach to newcomers. Members have shared faith, fun, adventures, and stories over a bring- your-own-lunch. In October ten of us travelled to Auckland; for a conducted tour of the Cathedral’s new looks, – amazing! ; a sit, rest and eat your lunch visit to Marie Taylor’s home – wonderful AAW hospitality thank you Marie!; as guests at St Aidan’s Fellowship. Robin Bridgman was Chair, the speaker being the CEO Top: McHugh’s: Lady J (President), Natalie of The Anglican Trust for Women T (Sec) and Children. We felt informed and MarieTaylor (Social Concerns. involved with this major Anglican Middle: St Georges Reunion, BackalL to R work. Lesley McKkenzie, Gwen Stone, Suzanne It was good to be part of a large Rivers. Front: Rosemary Newman, Daphne French, Betty Leyland fellowship group. Travelling together Bottom:AAW at Pah Homestead gave us time to relate and share memories and aspirations. What a full and happy day! Thank you, Janice Cooper AAW!. Auckland Circle Rep

28 Poppies

Growing out of a tiny crack in the honour lost New Zealanders. The asphalt on the side of a suburban poppies, one for each life lost, can road is a brave red poppy. One be knitted, crocheted, sewn or hand hundred years ago our young men crafted in any way but must be the went off to fight while their wives red Flanders kind. The project is and mothers stayed behind raising to be completed by 2018. Already their families over 5000 and praying poppies have for their men. been made. Over the follow- Would ing four or your AAW five years New group like to Zealand lost have a “Poppy 18,166 men and Day” for one women to that activity this war. year? Finished Many of you poppies can will have seen be handed in on the news to Knit World the sea of red shops. poppies that To make a surrounded knitted poppy the Tower of you need a London a few months ago. The small amount of red and black New Zealand National Army yarn, knitting needles of a size to Museum is asking for red poppies suit the yarn and a button the size to form a cascading waterfall to of 50c piece.

Pattern overleaf

29 Poppy knitting pattern

Instructions for Row 2: inc 1, k to last st, inc 1 (8 sts) petals (make 4) Row 3: inc 1, k to last st, inc 1 (10 Cast on 13 sts sts) Row 1: k all sts tbl Knit 10 rows Row 2: sl 1, k 11, turn, leaving rem Row 14: k2tog, k to last 2 sts, k2tog sts on needle (8 sts) Row 3: k 11 turn Row 15: k2tog, k to last 2 sts, k2tog Repeat row 3 seven more times (6sts) Row 11: k 10, k2tog Cast off . Row 12: sl 1, k 9, k2tog Row 13: k to end Stamens Repeat row 13 five times Cast on 10sts. Row 19: k4, sl 1, k2tog, psso, k4 Row 1: Cast off leaving 1 st on Row 20: k needle Row 21: k3,sl 1, k2tog, psso, k3 Row 2: Cast on 9 sts. Row 22: k Row 3: Cast off leaving 1 st on Row 23: k2, sl 1, k2tog, psso, k2 needle Row 24: k Repeat rows 2 and 3 six times. Row 25: k1, sl 1, k2tog, psso, k1 Cast off remaining st. Row 26 : sl 1, k2tog, psso, fasten off. To make up. Cover button with centre piece. Centre Attach stamens around centre, Cast on 6 sts Attach petals. Row 1: k

30 QUIZ IDEAS FOR AAW MEETINGS

Sometimes we have to come up ford and Erebus). Hopefully you with alternative programmes if the will have among your membership, designated speaker suddenly can’t someone who has a head for useless come on the date planned. One way facts such as these, and who can be our group has covered this happen- called upon to run a quiz without ing is to have an impromptu quiz. much notice! There are several ways of doing this Christmas quizzes also bring up to keep it interesting, and to keep the idea of using the initial letters members thinking outside the box. of well known Christmas Carols, One method is to use the alpha- to see how many of them members bet as the basis for answers, and can recognise. As an example this can be used for Biblical quiz- OIRDC = Once in Royal David’s zes, geographical quizzes, or any City; ICUTMC = It Came Upon sort of quiz really. However, to get The Midnight Clear; and IDOAWC some really inventive answers, the = I’m Dreaming Of A White Christ- scoring is one point for a correct mas. This can be frustrating, but answer as normal; but extra points also lots of fun! can be given if no one else has that However, to make this work same answer, and, if everyone has (instead of your speaker) is to make the same answer, everyone loses a sure that you come prepared with a point!! We found that we got some bag of treat size Chocolate bars, and really crazy answers. for economy the Freddo bags have Subject quizzes also work well, 20 in them rather than many of the especially for such days as Moth- others, which only have 12. ers’ Day, Easter, Christmas, Queen’s May your programmes for 2015 Birthday etc. go well, but happy quizzing if there Another idea is to use dates are hiccups! covering a number of years or Verna Rutherford decades, such as where were the Roslyn, Dunedin Afternoon AAW 1928 Olympic Games held (White Group. City, London), or what 2 NZ related disasters happened in 1969 (Abbots-

31 Napier Cathedral window Photo: M Sim, 2010