CHAPEL
HISTORY
The Chapel of the Holy Child was dedicated on 29 November 1928. It was, appropriately, made from a converted stable. Since then the Kauri building has been moved forward on the site and altered and extended a number of times. The chapel is graced by beautiful stained glass windows which include a three part east window as a memorial to Mr SJ Hanna, member of the Board 1927 - 1958, and Chairman for many years. In the North is a memorial to Miss Elsie Crofts, teacher 1922-1949. The chapel has benefited from many gifts and purchases over the years including the baptismal font. Some of our most notable gifts are the embroidered altar frontals, tapestry kneelers, vestments and banners from the early 1980’s. Most of these were designed by Beverley Shore-Bennett. In 1931 a memorial lamp and tablet were dedicated in memory of the Old Boys of King’s College who died in World War 1. These boys had been pupils here before the school split into two parts in 1922. In 1951 a further tablet was added to remember Old Boys of King’s School who perished in World War 2.
SERVICES
Morning services are held for the boys on weekdays except Friday. Services begin at 8am and include hymns, prayers and a reading or reflection. Boys help with the readings, which often model ways of being God’s people, and promote the values of the Kingdom. A large screen and two side screens are used to enhance our worship with new liturgies, hymns, pictures and video clips. During the services, boys have their birthdays acknowledged and we ask God’s blessing upon them. They light a candle, as a symbol of thankfulness and future hope, and receive a personalised bookmark.
FAMILY SERVICES
These are held once a term, and families are encouraged to come to the service for their son. There is also an Evensong once a term with the Chapel Choir. All are welcome to our services.
BAPTISM
Baptism services are held through the year for families of those who attend the School and for those about to join. In the name of Christ we welcome those who want to make a commitment of faith, and we encourage their families to become regular participants in their local parish. Baptism marks a new start in our relationship with God and it is a relationship marked by ongoing faithfulness and commitment. No fees are charged for Baptism but a donation to the Chapel is welcomed.
WEDDINGS and FUNERALS
Weddings and funerals of those who have a connection with King’s School are held in the Chapel which can seat up to 300. To find out information about the availability of the Chapel, please contact Pip Gresson our Events Coordinator on 520 7770 ext 865.
PASTORAL CARE
Our Chaplain and Associate Headmaster play important roles in pastoral care for our boy and families, along with our Deans, Classroom Teachers, and Support Staff. We have been able to offer the Seasons Programme to help boys who have experienced grief through loss caused by the death or separation of loved ones. If you have a pastoral concern that will impact your child please let us know.
OUTREACH
We are keen for our boys to develop awareness and concern for those in need and so, as a School, we participate in a number of fundraisers. We have recently raised and donated money to Plunket NZ; Hearing House; Blind Foundation; World Vision; Cancer Society; Live Ocean; Mercy Hospice; Koru Care NZ; Kids Foundation; NZ Down Syndrome Association and the SPCA. King's School also has an ongoing relationship with Red Hill School in Papakura. A group of boys, staff, parents and grandparents regularly knit hundreds of woollen squares to be made into blankets for the Anglican Trust for Women and Children in South Auckland. Our staff and boys are involved in preparing dinners and entertaining families at Ronald McDonald House on a regular basis.
MIT
Mothers in Touch is a Christian group of King's School parents that gets together regularly to support all families in the school community. We invite parents or caregivers that are interested in joining this support group to please contact Hayley Lewis email mumsintouch.kings@gmail.com
