Making
Disciples of
Jesus Christ
Come As You Are.
Find Your Place.
Follow Jesus.
Welcome to Beckenham Baptist Church — a community of people of all ages and backgrounds, right in the heart of Beckenham at 146 Colombo Street.
We’re here because we believe Jesus changes lives. Our mission is simple: Making Disciples — helping people discover who Jesus is, grow in faith and live out His call in everyday life.
There’s something happening for everyone at Beckenham Baptist, from Life Groups and Children’s Ministry to Cheesy Tuesday, Prayer Meetings and other opportunities to connect, serve and grow together.
Whether you’ve been following Jesus for years, are just beginning to explore faith, or aren’t sure what you believe, you are welcome here. Come and meet us, ask questions, make connections and discover what it means to be part of a community centred on Jesus.
Join us on Sunday
Our Sunday service begins at 10am in our church building at 146 Colombo Street.
Parking is available behind the church, with access from 7a Percival Street.
We’d love to see you!
Our Vision
"And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it"
"Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer."
“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.”
“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.”
"And they went out and preached everywhere, the Lord working with them and confirming the word through the accompanying signs."
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full."
SUNDAYS 10:00AM
Come and See
We would love to have you join us!
We hold our worship services at 10am Sundays, with a children's programme for ages 2-12. Under 2's are welcome in our creche area at the back of the church.
The entrance is off 7 Percival Street – there is parking in the large carpark at the rear of church.
Communion is held on the 1st Sunday of each month.
SPREADING THE WORD
Missions
Every Saturday morning at 10:30am, a team of people go out to hand out gospel tracts and preach the gospel on the streets of Christchurch.
Jesus Club is a lunchtime meeting held at Cashmere High School on Thursdays in S5. Jesus Club's primary goal is to share the Gospel with the unsaved at Cashmere High.
A Ministry of Beckenham Baptist Church for Seniors. We warmly invite you to join with us for an afternoon of fun, friendship and singing of Christian songs, followed by afternoon tea.
Cheesy Tuesday is a welcoming gathering held fortnightly on Tuesday mornings from 10:00am–11:00am in the church lounge at the front of the hall.
Our Kids Holiday Programmes are kids aged 7-12, our focus is to share the truth of Jesus with unsaved kids in our community.
Finding your crew can be tough, but we’ve got a seat saved just for you. Come hang out in a relaxed, high-energy environment where we mix massive fun with honest conversations about God, life, and everything in between.
We have an extensive overseas mission focus covering more than one country, our mission team meets to determine prayer support, sending of missionaries and allocation of resources for mission overseas.
Our latest Newsletter
October 18, 2026
Beckenham Baptist Church
Weekly Newsletter
Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.
Imagine trying to walk through a dark forest without a torch. We might stumble, take a wrong turn, or lose our way. But with a light, we can see where to place our next step. That is what God’s Word does for us!
The Bible is not simply a book to sit on our bedside table or a passage to read on Sunday. It is our daily guide, our source of truth, and a reminder of just how much God loves us. Within its pages, we discover His promises, learn from His wisdom, and encounter the life-changing message of Jesus Christ. Yet how often do we leave our Bibles unopened while expecting to hear God’s direction? We cannot grow in our understanding of God if we never take time to listen to what He has said.
Our Bibles are food for our soul. We wouldn’t expect our bodies to remain strong if we stopped eating, so why do we sometimes expect our faith to remain strong without feeding it God’s Word? We don’t need to read ten chapters a day. We can start with a few verses and read them slowly, asking God what He wants us to learn, and for His help and strength to put it into practice.
Remember: An unopened Bible cannot guide your steps, but an applied Bible can transform your life.
With love & blessings, Sandra
Welcome to our service today. It is great to have you here and we would love to invite you to stay after the service and join us for morning tea.
Imagine trying to walk through a dark forest without a torch. We might stumble, take a wrong turn, or lose our way. But with a light, we can see where to place our next step. That is what God’s Word does for us!
The Bible is not simply a book to sit on our bedside table or a passage to read on Sunday. It is our daily guide, our source of truth, and a reminder of just how much God loves us. Within its pages, we discover His promises, learn from His wisdom, and encounter the life-changing message of Jesus Christ. Yet how often do we leave our Bibles unopened while expecting to hear God’s direction? We cannot grow in our understanding of God if we never take time to listen to what He has said.
Our Bibles are food for our soul. We wouldn’t expect our bodies to remain strong if we stopped eating, so why do we sometimes expect our faith to remain strong without feeding it God’s Word? We don’t need to read ten chapters a day. We can start with a few verses and read them slowly, asking God what He wants us to learn, and for His help and strength to put it into practice.
Remember: An unopened Bible cannot guide your steps, but an applied Bible can transform your life.
With love & blessings, Sandra
Our latest Sermon Audio
Parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector - Luke 18:9-14
Cam Stewart
11 October 2026
OUR STAFF AND LEADERS
Come and Meet
Staff & Leaders
Elders
Deacons
Ministry Leaders
GROWING TOGETHER, REACHING OUT
Ministries & Other Missions
LIFE GROUPS
A number of life groups meet throughout the week; please feel free tocontact the church office for more information on a life group near you.
CHILDREN'S MINISTRY
Kids of all ages are very welcome at Beckenham Baptist. We love to inspire them and invite them to be part of our church family!
PRAYER MEETINGS
We have a weekly prayer meeting in the church lounge on Thursdays from 12:00pm – 1:00pm
We also have a monthly prayer meeting every third Wednesday of the month from 7:30pm-8:30pm in the church lounge
