Tamaki PIPC @ Glen Innes International Carnival

This movie shows you more of all the groups that took part in the International Carnival that was hosted by Glen Innes.

International Carnival hosted by Glen Innes from SchoolTV on Vimeo.

Tamaki @ GI International Carnival

On Saturday the 15th of October our parish got to be part of our local carnival. It was the International Carnival and it was hosted by our community of Glen Innes. Many local Glen Innes residents came out on this fine day to watch, take part and enjoy the day. It was kicked off by a parade of all the local groups. Starting with the Samoan part of the community. Why? Well Glen Innes had the Manu Samoa as their adopted team from the RWC. So our Samoan community came out in force alongside all the other cultures in GI to strut their stuff.

This video shows you mainly our parish and their participation, we will soon post a movie that shows you more of the wider community who took part.

Definitely a day to remember and be a very proud GI local! God bless our community as we keep working together to make this place an even better one.

Lotu a Tamaiti 2011

A scene certainly to make any parent happy and be reminded of the precious gift we have in children. This scene unfolded yesterday in our church. Many happy children, parents, grandparents and families enjoyed the Lotu a Tamaiti at Tamaki PIPC.

Like year's before it was service that had so many different and valuable messages for parents and families alike. Parable of the servants in the vineyard, the denial of Jesus by Peter, debate of the greatest mountain, story of Queen Esther, the brothers Esau and Jacob and their important lesson on forgiveness were presented to us today by our children.

Some made us smile, laugh and cry as we received and reflected on their messages. Well done to all our children, teachers, Tama and Tina who prepared another uplifting White Sunday for us all to enjoy and grow from. We hope you had an enjoyable lunch with family and friends. God's blessings be upon us all as we venture into the last few months of the year.

Ia manuia outou matua, ae ola matou le fanau. Ia soifua ona o Iesu.

Congratulations Canaan

Congratulations to Canaan on coming second in the Auckland Primary Principals Association Champion of Champions Year 5 and 6 Speech final 2011, held at Ponsonby Primary School on Monday 26 September.

Canaan's topic of his speech was 'Kiwiana - what it means to be a Kiwi'.

Road to the final
1st in his schools 'Good Shepherd's speech competition
1st in the Eden Albert zone speech competition (13 school participated)
2nd in the APPA champ of champ (16 cluster representatives)

(2010)

1st in his schools speech comp last year, and represented his school at the Eden Albert zone speech competition.  Topic of his speech last year was 'Samoa'.

May God in his wisdom and love, continue to bless you with the confidence to excel in all that you do.  We look forward to hearing about your future speech competitions/achievements.  

Keep up the good work Canaan!  Keep aiming high and believing, in reaching your goals.

0800 God's Line

This month the talented students of grades 9 & 10 conducted our family service.  Their theme was called, 0800 God's Line - focussing on Prayer and the story of Daniel.
Well done to all the fantastic Teachers and students for presenting such a powerful message, that God is always there waiting on us to call him and talk to him, anytime and anywhere.

May Gods' blessings continue to shine upon you, your studies and in your work for the Lord.

Pulega Tupulaga(Youth) Service 2011

Every year our Tupulaga (Samoan Youth) combine with our neighboring PIPC churches to conduct a youth service. This year the Tupulaga service was hosted by Onehunga. Although the day was cold and wet, this didn't stop the Awesome name of our Heavenly Father lifted up - beginning with Praise and Worship. Later Panmure performed a Creative Dance, followed by a Chorus speech by Tamaki and Onehunga presented a short drama. The finale item was a combined song.
 Watch and listen to the combined song by our Tupulaga from Aukilani Sasa'e.   Malo lava Tupulaga!

Which way? God's Way!

The cool Kindy kids conducted their family service in June.  Their theme was called, Which way? God's Way!  
Please leave a comment for the cutest kids in Sunday School.
God loves you Kindy kids!

Tug of Life

Here are some highlights of the uplifting and inspiring Family Service by the talented Grades 11 & 12.

Great work team!

May God continue to shine brightly in your lives as you continue to strive to serve and uplift His holy name.

Tug of Life. Flesh v's the Spirit

Students from Grades 11 and 12, 18 years through to 29 led the morning service at Tamaki PIPC on the 31st of July. The theme was 'Tug of life'. The classes based their items on the verses found in Romans 8 and Galatians 5. In particular the verses related to the tug of life between the 'Flesh and the Spirit'. This is the intro trailer that was used before the play 'Tug of life'. Camera's followed two characters for a day, highlighting the constant tug between the flesh and Spirit when making decisions - big and small. Footage from the actual service will be shared soon.

Congratulations to the students, parents and teachers who worked together to put the service together. God's name be lifted on high. Feel the tug of the Spirit? Let yourself be led there every time : )

Happy 31st Birthday Tamaki PIPC

A wild selection of photos from our Jungle Safari Party.

The Temptation of Jesus

This months family service was conducted by the Beginners and Grades 1 & 2 classes.  Their theme was based on Lesson 2 of the Scripture Union Curriculum: The Temptation of Jesus.  You will be amused and entertained in the way they have portrayed this important message.
Please leave a comment to all the amazing children and teachers of the Beginners and Grades 1 & 2 classes.
To God be the Glory...Amen!

Jungle Boogie 31

These images are from our recent Annual Parish Dance. This year celebrating 31 years of being a multicultural parish. The theme of this year's dance was 'Jungle Boogie'. As you can see our youngest through to our oldest dressed up in the jungle theme. There were four main prizes awards to whole families who turned up in costume.

It was a fun filled night, with many laughs and animal cries of all sorts. Our children didn't seem to rest, enjoying the disco ball and the good music all night long. A wonderful night of celebration for our parish. May God grant unto us many more opportunities as such to spend time together in His love. God bless church!

Youth Rally - Fono Samoa. Our song.

Thursday night was kicked off with the fantastic Praise and Worship team from Saute. A very talented group. In seconds they had the entire Malaeola hall upstanding and praising our Lord.

We were second in the line up of items. We followed a highly entertaining dance group delicious. We all had a good time singing to our peers and parents, a wonderful experience to stand before people who love seeing you there.

Here's a look at the song we shared. One for all the Toni Braxton fans out there. Tell us which was your favourite and we'll work at getting that item up for you if we have it.

God bless you as you watch and listen.

Fono Samoa 2011

This was a special Fono for us, seeing our very own Tama being inducted at the new Ta'ita'ifono. Tama led the service with an inspiring sermon about giving opportunities. How we should be willing to give people the opportunity to see what they are capable of, what their gifts are. Not to look at them in the wrong light...judging on the physical appearance etc.

This year's Fono was hosted by our church family who are located in the South of Auckland - Matagaluega o Aukilani i Saute. For three days we were hosted by this very warm, kind and generous part of our PIPC. The Tupulaga and Autalavou programme was full of very useful teachings - no matter what the age. We will post more detailed pieces soon on the great programme we had the privilege of being a part of. Thank you very much Saute!

We also had the opportunity to share a short clip that showed what our particular Tupulaga have been up to since last year. Here it is.

The Redeemer Lives!

This months Family Service was brought to us by the students of grades 7 & 8. Their theme was 'The Redeemer Lives'.

Fittingly with this being Easter weekend grades 7 and 8 took the opportunity to remind us once again of the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

Congratulations to today's classes for presenting a wonderful service. Thank you for reminding us about the truth and blessings we have in the Trinity -the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Praise the Lord for his many blessings. May we continue to move forward under the direction of the Holy Spirit, our helper and comforter at all times.

God bless you grades 7 and 8.