WHO WE ARE
We are an evangelical Anglican church made up of people from all ages and all walks of life.
We believe that Jesus lived, died, and was raised to life so that we could find true and lasting life in him. Because Jesus now lives and reigns, we acknowledge him to be the Lord of all things, and look forward to the day when he will make all things new.
We believe that the Bible is God’s word to us and is the only sure foundation for our knowledge of who God is, and how we should live our lives. We believe that to be a follower of Jesus means being keen to hear him speak to us through the words of the Bible, and being willing to let those words shape all our thoughts and actions.
We hold to the historic Christian creeds and believe that the 39 Articles are a good summary of Christian doctrine.
OUR VISION
We are a growing church for Blenheim, making disciples of Jesus.
Jesus said, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always to the end of the age.”
Matthew 28:18-20
OUR MISSION
To GROW in our knowledge and love of God,
to SERVE those around us for the glory of God,
to GO out to share the good news of Jesus with the world.
PILLARS
Jesus is the head of the church
We are commissioned to make disciples
By good words and good works
Supported by faithful godly leaders
God being our provider and us stewards of His gifts
Offering support and wellbeing for all
Meet the team
VICAR
Rev Dr Deo Vistar
deo@stchristophers.co.nz
My name is Deo Vistar and I am privileged to serve as vicar at St. Christopher’s. I have been married to my wife, Guan, for over 10 years and we have been blessed with two lovely children. I love the pastoral, preaching and teaching work of the ministry and would not exchange it for anything else! My aim in preaching is to explain the Bible, making it clear, so that not just adults but also children and young people can understand God’s Word. I also enjoy teaching the Bible to individuals and groups. I am an adjunct New Testament lecturer at the Global Reformed University and Theological Seminary in Tuguegarao in Northern Philippines.
In my pastoral ministry I regularly visit members of the church and am glad to be involved in people’s lives. I am committed to seeing St Christopher’s Church grow in love and unity in Christ. My wife and I count it a blessing to be here and are thankful to God for all His goodness to us in every way.
Office Administrator
Tineke Reidie
Tineke is the Parish Administrator, and has been in the role for 4 years.
She is from Blenheim, and is married with three children.
Tineke’s background is Accounting and Human Resources, having studied Business and Psychology.
This past year, she has been enjoying enhancing her faith by studying Bible and Ministry through Ridley College.
Tineke feels privileged to be part of the team at St. Christopher’s, and is happy to help with all enquiries.
Community Eldercare Worker
Donna Wahrlich
Donna grew up in Blenheim, moved away at the age of 20, then returned 28 years later to be near her parents. She has two children Ashley and Campbell.
Donna has worked in the funeral industry where she met her husband Jon. Then went onto health care in the community and rest homes, and as a companion driver.
Donna is blessed to be helping the elderly in her community and being a member of the St Christophers family.
St. Christopher’s VEstry 2024
Left to Right:
Rev. Dr. Deo Vistar (Vicar), Garry Stanley, Keith Buck (People’s Warden), Mark Peters (Treasurer), Mary Griffiths (Vicar’s Warden), Valerie Nicholson, Ed Durrheim, Vivienne Peters, Justin Tweeddale, Alan Nicholson
Absent: Philip Gibbison