To know Jesus and make Him known
Whether you've just moved to the Upper Highway area, or have lived here all your life we'd love to welcome you at St Agnes and get to know you.
At St Agnes, we strive to be a place of love, hope, and faith—a sanctuary where all are welcome to experience the grace of God. Our doors are always open, and our hearts are ready to embrace you, wherever you are on your spiritual journey. If you have any questions or would like to know more about our church, please do not hesitate to reach out. We would be honored to walk alongside you in faith and fellowship.
The Church of the Holy Spirit
Dear Friends
It is with great joy that we welcome you to the online home of St Agnes Church. Whether you are a long-standing member of our congregation, a visitor exploring our community for the first time, or someone seeking spiritual guidance, we are delighted to have you here. Through this website, we hope to keep you connected to our worship services, events, and ministries. May it serve as a source of inspiration, information, and encouragement for you and your family.
Adult Alpha Course
Explore life's big questions in a welcoming, friendly environment. Alpha is a series of sessions where you can connect with others, share a meal, watch thought-provoking videos, and have honest conversations about faith, meaning, and purpose. No pressure, no judgment—just a space to discover and grow.
Youth Alpha Series
Calling all young people! Youth Alpha creates a fun, engaging space where you can ask questions, share your thoughts, and explore faith alongside other teens. With dynamic content designed specifically for youth, this is your chance to tackle life's big questions in a relaxed atmosphere.
Let your Sunday be the best day of your week
We warmly welcome you to worship with us! Whether you're a longtime member or visiting for the first time, there's a place for you in our parish family. We offer three distinct Sunday services to meet different spiritual needs and preferences.
9 am Service Structure
Our contemporary 9 am service structure follows a biblical pattern established by God. From the Gathering Song that welcomes us into God's presence - each element of our worship is grounded in Scripture. Click above and notice how it tells the story of God's redemptive work.
Krantzkloof station
In 1896, Krantzkloof station (which became Kloof Station, and is presently Stokers) was built on the Durban – Pietermaritzburg railway line. Clergy from St John's Anglican Church in Pinetown would trek up Field's Hill once a month to conduct services and celebrate Holy Communion.
The Church of the Holy Spirit
In 1904 the first church in Kloof was built of wood and iron, on the site of the present Church. It was called the “Church of the Holy Spirit” and fell under the Parish of Pinetown. When it was time for a new Church to be built, the Church of the Holy Spirit was taken to Hillcrest and later to the Valley of a Thousand Hills, where it stayed until it was moved to Pineville Junction, Pinetown, where it is today.
The Parish of Kloof
The Foundation Stone was laid on the 15th August 1936 and was consecrated on 10th March 1937. St Agnes became an independent parish from Pinetown in 1946. The parish was also responsible for the chapelries of local private schools like St Mary’s and Highbury School. In 1947 a mission church in Hillcrest was planted.
The Auditorium
In 2002, talks of embarking on a major building project began. These finally came into action in 2006, when the hall was demolished, and the construction of a new 1000 seater auditorium and Children's Ministry Centre began. Phase 1 of this project was completed in April 2007.
Rectors of St Agnes
Canon Peter Houston
2015
Canon Nigel Juckes
1993
Canon Charles Parry
1986
Revd John Henderson
1975
Revd Tom Harris
1966
Bishop Philip Russell
1962
Revd Richard Brooke
1957
Revd George C. Oakley
1954
Revd R. Yates
1949
Revd Haywood Harris
1939
Revd John Blore
1937