Running with a Purpose
Wednesday 4 March 2020 We first met George Henderson in July 2019, when he came into The Mission and told us that he not only planned on running the length… Read more »
We’ve found our way
Wednesday 4 March 2020 “A year ago, life was pretty tough for my son Lockie and I. He has a number of conditions – dyslexia, developmental delay, ADHD, and Autism… Read more »
Britannia House gives me a new lease of life
Wednesday 4 March 2020 “At 19 years old, I found myself homeless. I was dealing with mental health issues, depression and anxiety. I wasn’t doing much at all, and I… Read more »
The Mission turned my life around
Wednesday 4 March 2020 “My childhood was extremely hard. My parents left me when I was three, so I lived with my aunty and uncle. I was treated differently from… Read more »
Former Wellington City Missioner and trailblazer passes away
The Wellington City Mission and local community are mourning the loss of its former City Missioner of 17 years, Sir Desmond Britten, KNZM, who passed away overnight. “I extend my… Read more »
‘Worries erased’ after family receives gifts from Wellington City Mission
Published on Stuff.co.nz by Mandy Te, December 24, 2019. Photo: ROSS GIBLIN/STUFF When Leighann Oldridge opened her door on Christmas Eve, the first thing she said was “oh my God”…. Read more »
6 year old Hugo’s Letter to The Wellington City Mission
I have been talking with Santa lots about things I would love for Christmas. I hope he gets me a jet pack. He doesn’t talk back so I’m not sure… Read more »
Far from a Merry Christmas for many
In 2018 The Wellington City Mission helped feed 3,500 people, provided gifts for 2,100 children and distributed food and gifts to 44 community services agencies at Christmas time. The Mission… Read more »
Creating connections to break down barriers to sport
The Wellington City Mission (The Mission) has been facilitating conversations and creating connections in a bid to break down the barriers to sport, resulting in the opening of a new… Read more »