An Anglican parish in Fendalton, Christchurch, formed over a hundred years ago, with a hall and kitchen used for a range of events. St Barnabas Fendalton is at 8 Tui Street. The website describes a diverse Anglican church that especially welcomes newcomers and people returning to church. It says the parish mixes ancient and contemporary worship styles, and has people of many ages and backgrounds. Sunday services include breakfast in the Tui Room at 8am, and a 9.30am service in the church, which is streamed on YouTube. A contemporary service, Lifestreams / Ngā Puna Waiora, runs with Lighthouse Kids and Little Lights creche in term time. A gentle prayer service, Breathe, is held on Zoom on Sunday nights from 8pm to 8.30pm. Thursday morning has a traditional communion service at 10am in the Tui Room, at the St Barnabas Centre. The website also offers a welcome booklet for new visitors.
Reviewers describe the people as very warm and welcoming, and the staff as polite and super helpful. One praises the well-thought-through upgrades to the church. Another says the hall and kitchen are excellent, catering for a variety of events.