Journey back in time as we gather before St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt. This church is not just a building. It is a vibrant testament to faith and community.
St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt’s story begins with its namesake. St Hilda was an English saint. She founded a monastery at Whitby in the UK during the 7th century. She was known for her energy, wisdom and enthusiasm. Her life revolved around community. People worked, worshipped and witnessed their faith together.
Fast forward to 1910. An Anglican church was built in Upper Hutt. The founders chose St Hilda as its patron saint. St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt seeks to embody St Hilda’s values. The community works, worships and witnesses together. This reflects their mission. They are a loving community. They serve God, one another and Upper Hutt.
Originally, St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt stood at the corner of Wakefield Street. In 1979, the church moved to its current location on Cruickshank Road.
Inside St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt you will find a stained-glass window. It features St Hilda. Missionaries in a boat symbolize the church’s evangelical outreach. King Oswy and Bishops Colman and Wilfrid are also depicted. Peter Janssen of Wellington created this window. It was dedicated on July 24, 1983.
Also inside St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt is a bust of Jesus Christ. Harry Mettam carved it from Carrara marble. He was a monumental mason of the Parish. He presented it as a gift in the late 1980s.
Today St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt is a welcoming place. It offers traditional New Zealand Anglican worship every Sunday at 9.30 am. On Thursdays at 10.00 am, there is a traditional communion service. The services feature modern technology. This includes large monitors and a quality sound system. Prayer books are available in the pews.
St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt is more than bricks and mortar. It is a living expression of faith. It is a beacon of community spirit. It is a place where all are welcome. It is a place to grow in faith. St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt continues the legacy of its patron saint. It serves as a vibrant, faith-based presence in Upper Hutt.
As you leave St Hilda’s Anglican Church Upper Hutt consider its rich history. Think about its ongoing mission. Remember the story of St Hilda. May her spirit of community and service inspire you.