NEWS AND
Events
From weekly worship and daily prayer to concerts, family activities, community gatherings, and special services throughout the church year, there is always something happening at St Peter's Cathedral.
At St Peter's Cathedral, we hold regular worship services. In addition to worship, we host a variety of events and activities for everyone.
See the information below for more details.
Upcoming events
Children and youth regular events
Music, movement, and play.
For newborns to age 5.
Every Thursday (term time).
10 am to 11.30 am.
More info
Morning tea included.
Gold coin donation.
*All children must be accompanied by a carer.
Contact the Dean's Warden via deanswarden@stpeter.org.nz
Songs, stories, games, prayer, and arts and crafts.
Fun for all ages.
Every Sunday (term time).
10 am.
More info
Join Us for Young Church
Note: Children under 5 must be accompanied by a caregiver.
All are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there.
Join the junior choir!
For school children years 1 to 8.
Every Friday (term time).
3.30 pm to 4.30pm.
More info
Snacks provided at 3.15pm.
Contact Yvonne at juniorchoir@stpeter.org.nz or admin@stpeter.org.nz
Brekkie, Bible boost and fun games.
Open to all ages.
Every Sunday (term time).
8:00 am to 9:00 am.
More info
Roll out of bed on Sunday morning and rock up to the Cathedral Centre at 8 am and join our young people for brekkie, Bible boost and fun games. Open to all ages. After BYC, we'll join in for the communion.
Term time only.
RSVP to Zavier on 021 188 3890 or youth@stpeter.org.nz by 12noon Saturday to put in your breakfast order.
Can't wait to see you then!
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Venue hire
Alongside the Cathedral, the Cathedral Centre offers a main hall, boardroom, and kitchen facilities available for hire. Rooms can be booked hourly, half-day or full-day, with a projector, sound system, TV and DVD player available.
For more information on hiring the Cathedral or Cathedral Centre, please contact us.
You can also view our Facility Hire Terms and Conditions.
CONTACT
07 839 4683 | admin@stpeter.org.nz
PO Box 338, Hamilton 3240 New Zealand
VISIT US
51 Victoria Street, Hamilton 3204
CATHEDRAL OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday 9 am - 3 pm
THE CATHEDRAL SHOP
Mon to Fri 10 am - 2 pm
Sun 11 am - 12 pm
shop@stpeter.org.nz
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