Who We Are

A welcoming church intentionally building relationships with God and others by sharing the love of Jesus, worshipping, and Bible teaching.

​​​Church@109 is located at 109 Te Heuheu Street in the heart of downtown Taupo, not far from the beautiful lake.  We gather together every week, on Sunday, to praise and worship God, to encourage and care for one another, to pray together, to share communion, to present the good news of salvation and to receive instruction from God through the teaching of His Word, the clear message of the Bible. 

​Children are important at Church@109.   We offer a children's program, Kids Under Construction, for ages 3-13 during the sermon at both services.   We enjoy connecting as a church family Sunday after services with a cup of tea or coffee in the church cafe and outside activities and play for the kids.   
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We desire to see our people grow through the Sunday morning messages, small group studies, children's programs, youth groups, conversations with each other, serving together, prayer, pastoral counseling, and personal Bible study.  Every person within Church@109 has a special God given role, empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Meet Our Staff

Andrew Hilton

Andrew has been our pastor since 2010.  We are so blessed to have his wisdom, humility, and consistency helping to lead and encourage our church.  His wife Laura and 5 children add so much joy and fun to our community.  Andrew enjoys meeting with people or working on his sermons at his favorite coffee shops in town.  He also thrives on time outdoors running, cycling, or working in the many gardens in Taupo.
To contact Andrew directly, email him at andrew@109.org.nz.

Pastor

Margaret Vaughan

Margaret is an excellent addition to the team with her cheerful optimism, energy, great communication and deep faith.   She is taking care of admin and supporting the facilities, communications, and finance teams.
To contact Margaret, email her at office@109.org.nz

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Admin and Team Support

Ministries

Youth Group

The youth in our church are valued and have their own time set aside to connect with each other and adult volunteers through games, Bible teaching, and fun.
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Juniors:  Ages 9-13, meets fortnightly @109, 7-8:30pm.
Contact Andrew Hilton for more information.

Seniors:  Ages 13+, meets fortnightly @109, 7-8:30pm. 
Contact Andrew for more information.

(FCB) Friendship, Coffee & Bowls

Join us for a cuppa and time to connect over a friendly game of indoor bowls.   
​Tuesdays:  @109, 10:00am.  Everyone welcome.
Mike Andrews: 378 6805

Women

Know Your Bible (KYB) Ladies Study Group:  Daytime Bible study group, usually meets during the first 3 school terms. 
​Lynley Paine: 027 925 3245

Women@109 Bible Study:  4 week evening Bible study series for women, once a term. 
Liz Bayless: 021 369 308


Mum's Space

Mums Space:  10:00-11:30 am on Fridays @109.  A supportive, friendly place where mums and mum-figures meet with their pre-schoolers for activities, food, and conversation.
Alison Palmer: 027 303 0255

Kids Under Construction

Teaching and encouraging children in their faith is very important to us.  On Sunday mornings kids ages 3-13 are able to join Kids Under Construction classes after worship and during the sermon.  There are 2 different classes offered for the various age groups.  They discuss a Bible story, pray together, play, and often do a craft together or sing songs to reinforce the lesson.

Prayer

Prayer @109:   8:30am, first Saturday of every month.
Join together to pray for our church, our community, our nation, and our missionaries.
Lindsay McGregor 378 9779​

Prayer @109:  If you have a prayer request or need, please send it to Phil.
Phil Martin: pnbmartin@xtra.co.nz​

Missions

​1.  "With Love From 109" is a connection with our community.  We partner with three kindergartens, plus receive requests from our community to assist families with food parcels.  To contribute to this ministry, our bank account is the same but please reference your donation "With Love from 109."

2.  InterChurch Welfare Society Inc
Helping our community through the local Op Shop.

Overseas Mission:  
3.  We support a family who works in a closed country.  
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4.  The Family Centre in Romania was started by Margie in early 2000.  TFC was established to help prevent the abandonment of babies and children to orphanages.  TFC is a grass roots organization that offers a range of social support services including Day Care for babies up to 5 year olds.  The hallmark of TFC is God's Love and it continues to have a big impact in the community of Ramnicu Valcea. 

Men

Men@109:  Men's ministry at 109 consists of 2 or 3 events a year as well as regular small study groups.  The groups of 3 or 4 men each do studies relating specifically to men.  
Ted Palmer: 027 555 2109

Giving

To contribute to the ministry of Church@109, our bank account is 02 0428 0029154 00.  For an offering number, contact Lindsay McGregor 378 9779.

To contribute to a ministry listed in the 'Missions section', our bank account number is the same but please reference your donation specifically:
"With Love from 109"
"Missions"  (for mission family) or
 to donate to The Family Centre in Romania please click the button below to find more information.

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