Cyclone Vaianu - Cancellation of Sunday Services and Morning Worship via Zoom at Waiapu Cathedral
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Many of our parishes across the Diocese of Waiapu have made the decision to not hold services tomorrow morning, Sunday 12 April, due to the forecast timing and severity of Cyclone Vaianu.
These decisions have been made at a local level by each parish and supported by Bishop Andrew Hedge.
The Cathedral will be closed, however the Cathedral clergy will be hosting an online service of worship via ZOOM which is open for anyone to join. We welcome you to share in this service of prayer as we join with one another on the first Sunday of Easter and celebrate the risen Christ. We encourage you to stay safe and remain in touch with local advice regarding potential impacts of the storm.
This prayer has been shared from Bishop Andrew Hedge:
Almighty God, you have ordered creation from the beginning of the universe and have brought life to all things. With faith and hope we pray to you as Cyclone Vaianu approaches. We meet this storm with hearts and minds weary from the relentless weather of recent years. Hold us in your mercy. Protect all from harm and from the loss of life. Sustain the fragile and vulnerable in our communities. Give strength to those who will rise to meet the needs of others. We give thanks for all who work to preserve life in times of danger and uncertainty— for emergency workers, community leaders, and neighbours who look out for one another. Help us to trust in your presence in the midst of the storm. Steady our spirits, calm our fears, and guide us in wisdom and compassion. Shelter us under the shadow of your wings and bring us safely through the days ahead into peace, restoration, and renewed hope. Through Jesus Christ, our refuge and our strength. Amen.
Morning Worship by Zoom 12 April 2026 with the Cathedral at 10.00am
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Meeting ID: 875 1256 0739 Passcode: 299494
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