A little about us

We are a church. A collective of people exploring faith, meaning, and belonging in a world that often feels noisy, fast, and a bit fractured. We don’t think faith is meant to be done alone; we find it takes shape when people gather, share life, and make space for one another. We seek to be formed by the life and teaching of Jesus – his compassion, generosity, welcome, and commitment to justice. We don’t pretend to have everything worked out, but we keep returning to that story, letting it ground us, challenge us, and invite us into a life of wonder, belonging and manaakitanga.

When we gather, you’ll find a mix of people, stories, and stages of faith. We sing, we pray in the ways we know how, share food, and make space for our hopes and fears, our faith and our questions. As a community of equals, everyone is encouraged to chip in and help nurture the place. We celebrate with each other in the good stuff and support each other in the hard stuff, doing our best to look after each other in ways that are safe and kind. Most of all, expect a relaxed space where you can breathe, be yourself, and see what this community is about.

Whether you’re curious about faith, finding your way back after time away, or simply looking for a faith community where you can come as you are, you’re welcome. There is always room at our table, regardless of your work, background, age, whakapapa, church experience, sexuality or gender identity.

We believe in the power, energy and inspiration of collective wisdom and embrace a collaborative leadership style. Our Kaitiaki (a small team of kind and wise folk) help to look after the ethos and values we have established together, while the Trustees oversee financial governance and the day-to-day mahi of community life sits with Michael Frost.

In short, here’s what we value.

WONDER

To see the world with eyes of wonder, to live with curiosity and an openness to change

BELONGING

To affirm the dignity, value, and inherent goodness of people so that we are free to belong in a way that is real and authentic

MANAAKITANGA

To be a mana enhancing community who invite collaboration, honour the heart of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and cherish Papatūānuku