Whangarei Anglican Church

Whether you have stumbled across our website by accident or are here by design, a warm welcome to Christ Church, Whangarei; or, at least, to our electronic outstretched hand.

We could be described as 'broad church' enjoying a simple, but never simplistic gospel whilst striving to retain a richness of expression. We are as likely to be found teaching our growing band of littlies in a Montessori style 'Godly Play' session as in a Tuesday night group wrestling with thorny theological thoughts.

One thing is for certain; not every theological 'i' is dotted nor doctrinal 't' crossed. We are on a journey of discovery and there is time and opportunity yet open to us for wonder, awe and lashings of mystery.

Much to the congregation's delight we are developing an eclectic musical experience which includes exceptional organ, piano and guitar playing and a newly formed group, albeit small, of experienced singers. Thus our music travels easily from Handel to Kendrick by way of a setting of the "Our Father," co-written by our resident guitarist.

We are firmly based in the scriptures and our services are centred on Christ; from His miracle birth through to His triumphant resurrection and beyond.

A series of very fine morning teas continue to be served after both of the Sunday morning Eucharists, encouraging folks to linger a little, chat and make new friendships. These are times of love and laughter, forging new links and strengthening the community of faith we are heaven-bent on forming.

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Much of this web-site remains a work in progress. We will endeavour to finish it within a reasonable time-frame and to update it regularly. We are aiming to be anything but dirgedly boring or stick-in-the-muddish. Now that the blog is up and running you can tell us what you think!

Bob the (website) builder.

ANGLICAN MISSIONS BOARD MISSION PROJECT 2010

A Tractor for the Diocese of Dogura, Papua New Guinea.

The Christ Church Mission Action Team, with the Anglican Mission Board, is now fundraising to buy a tractor to send to Dogura. It will be a medium sized, two wheel drive tractor sourced within New Zealand.

It will be used to transport goods on formed roads from the docks to all parts of the mission station - shop, school, church, hospital, and so on. It will also come in handy for light cultivation.

It is also AMB's intention that all components, spare parts and servicing will be included in the package along with much needed parts for the two other tractors, already in Dogura.

The total cost of the project is expected to be in the region of NZ$25,000 and it is the Mission Action Team's prayer that you will support it in any way possible. Donations can be made to the office or in the Sunday offertory. Please put them in an envelope clearly marked "AMB Tractor Project" and make out any cheques to the "Christ Church Mission Action Team."

Thank you