Sunday Service 10.00am
Welcome to Whanganui’s Central City Presbyterian Church
Sunday 12th April
10.00am Morning Worship Service St Paul’s
We warmly welcome Pastor Mic Duncan as our guest speaker today. Mic brings a heart for people and a passion for sharing God’s truth in a way that is both real and encouraging. We trust you’ll be blessed and challenged as he speaks.
Sunday 19th April
2.00pm Celebrating 160 Years of Church Life in Matarawa
We warmly invite you to join us for this special commemorative service as we reflect on our journey and look ahead with hope. Rev Shirley Spooner will bring words of encouragement and inspiration for this significant occasion.
Matarawa Community Church, 648 No. 2 Line (on the way to Fordell).
History: St. John’s Anglican Church, at Matarawa, near Fordell. 1866 – the old church was left consecrated for many years so that all denominations could use it. Even so, the same congregation attended each week, and these people learned to be tolerant and friendly toward the other denominations. As the old building deteriorated, the current church was built and opened in 1908. Over 115 years later, the church was deconsecrated on 1 June 2025 by Anglican clergy . After that service, it ceased to operate as an Anglican church and was transitioned into a community church arrangement (the building was “gifted” to a local group for wider Christian/community use).
About Our Church
Our mission is to proclaim and show the unconditional love of God
We are an active and welcoming church community in the heart of Whanganui.
At St Paul’s, you’ll find a Christ-centered community where the Scriptures are honoured, fellowship is genuine, and prayer is central. Whether you’re exploring faith or looking for a church home, you’re warmly invited to join us.
Our church is committed to serving Whanganui through practical outreach, generous giving, and shared lives. We believe in the power of the Gospel to bring transformation—both personally and across our city. Alongside other local churches, we are seeking God for revival, healing, and growth.
Come and be part of a community where Christ is central,
people are valued, and hope is shared.
Corner of Cooks Street & Guyton Street
– underground parking and lift access iLocation s available from the Cooks St entrance.
St Paul's - St Mark's Church
st paul’s in the City
Our Mission in Action
At St Paul’s in the City, our faith is not just something we believe—it’s something we live. Through local community engagement and supporting overseas missions, we seek to serve, bless and bring hope in the name of Christ.
Local Community
Overseas Missions
Regular Happenings at St Paul’s
Men’s Group
Fridays @ 10.00am
at Columbus Café in Mitre 10
Women’s Group
Tuesdays @ 10.00am
at Mischief Cafe in Guyton St
Girl’s Youth Group
Tuesday @ 3.30-4.30pm
once a month
Twinkle Toes
Fridays @ 10.00am – 11.00 am
during school terms
Prayer
Tuesdays @ 9.20am-9.50am
at church
Men’s Bible Study
Thursdays @ 2.00pm
small lounge at church
Women’s Bible Study
Wednesdays @ 1.30pm
11 Stark St, Durie Hill
Foundational Faith
Tuesdays @ 6.30pm
Conversations home group
