What we do....
Intro to Discovery
At Discovery Elim we have a wide range of church and community groups and events that happen all year round. We aim to meet the needs of our church people and our local community.
If you've never been to church, that's ok, you don't need to be a member to get along to our groups or events and we'd love to see you there. Take a look at what's on offer below.
Church Activities
Services
Whether it's your first time visiting a church or you're a seasoned attender, all are welcome and we invite you to come along to meet our team, stay for a hot drink and light refreshments and get to know a little more about what we do and who we are beyond the screen.
We are located at 148 Major Drive, Kelson, Lower Hutt and Sunday morning services are at 10.00 - 11.15am. See you there!
Kids Church
On a Sunday morning we offer programs for all age groups, from 2ys old through to Yr11. Our children ministry leaders are all police vetted and passionate about spending time connecting with the children and teaching them about God.
Oxygen Youth
Oxygen Youth Lower Hutt is a youth ministry designed for students year 7 - year 13. Our youth leaders are all police vetted and are passionate about creating an atmosphere of fun, friendships and amazing encounters with God. Our program runs throughout the school terms.
To speak to one of our leaders about our Youth program please contact Amy or Mitch van Riel directly.
Amy 0278407232 Mitch 0272758802
When: Friday's, 7-9pm
Where: Discovery Elim Christian Centre, 148 Major Drive, Kelson
Cost: Free!
Life Groups
Lifegroups are small groups of people who meet on a regular basis here at Discovery Elim and in other locations set by the group leader or facilitator.
Lifegroups are about spending time with other individuals learning from the Bible, praying for each other and encouraging one another. "Life is better in groups."
Community
Discovery Early Learning Centre
Established in 2007 by the Discovery Elim Christian Centre Trust, Discovery Early Learning Centre is dedicated to providing opportunities for children to learn and grow in a supportive and fun environment.
Located at the church, they are a community-based centre providing quality early childhood education to the Lower Hutt community.
Visit their website www.discoveryelc.org.nz to find out more!
Veggie Co-op
Naenae fruit and vegetable co-op is a non-profit social enterprise supported by, Wesley Community Action and Wellington Regional Public Health.
The co-op makes use of bulk buying power and volunteer labour to package bags of fresh fruit and vegetables, and is a great way to bring healthy and affordable produce to your community each week.
Discovery Elim Christian Centre is the pick-up point for all Kelson orders with the Naeanae Fruit & Vege Co-op. Operating on Tuesdays, Fruit & Vege bags are available for pick up from the collection room anytime from 11am-6pm.
For $15 (paid the week before) you will receive one bag of fruit and one of vegetables, comprising of 6-8 varieties. These bags of fresh, seasonal food represent great value. You can order as many bags as you need, as often as you like.
The Naenae Fruit & Vege Co-op have also teamed up with Wairarapa Eggs Ltd to bring you a dozen mixed grade eggs for only $8.90. Eggs are available for pick up alongside your ordered Fruit & Vege bag. Payment is due the Wednesday prior by 10pm.
Click on the link above to get started!
AED Unit at Discovery Elim
We are very pleased and excited to share with the Kelson community that an AED has been installed here at Discovery Elim.
The AED is located on an external wall outside the office and is accessible to the public 24/7.
To use the AED you MUST ring 111 and speak to a trained operator. We would like to thank Wellington Free Ambulance as well as the Western Ward Community Panel who funded the AED.
Events
Let There Be Light | Replenish Women's Conference 2025
Saturday 7 June 2025
Discovery Elim Christian Centre | 148 Major Drive, Kelson, Lower Hutt
To register contact the office on office@discoveryelim.org.nz