Last Sunday we were invited down to The Olive Tree Church in Petone. My younger sister Karla’s fiancé Murray was to be commissioned into leading the local Broken Chains Motorcycle Ministry.
Olive Tree Church
The service took place, hymns were sung, accompanied by the church band made up of several very talented young musicians. The lead guitar player in particular was exceptional, so much so that I made a point later on to congratulate him on the wonderful sounds he produced! After the service there was a shared lunch, and the chance to speak to some of the other guests. It was lovely to catch up again with niece Lisa and her children who came down from Hastings to attend – Murray was the Celebrant at my sister Kathleen’s (Lisa’s Mum) Memorial Memorial Service some weeks ago.
Murray and Karla
Murray had moved down to the Wellington area last year from Hastings, so many of his friends from there came to support him. As expected, there were a fair few bikes on show, big ones and smaller ones, all waiting to be admired by the visitors.
Bikes on show
It was nice to be able to support Murray on this next stage of his life. Then it was time to say our goodbyes and we headed for home, deciding not to make our return trip back along the new Transmission Gully Road. Instead we took the slower road back home along the coast, where I got a glimpse of my favourite Island, Kapiti, looking as lovely as ever. Sometimes taking the slow ride home is worth it for the view.
Kapiti Island
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