Kaeo-Kerikeri Union Church

About

Christ-centred and community-facing, our focus is on a practical Christianity.

Story

Kaeo-Kerikeri Union Parish serves two local communities - the Kaeo/Whangaroa area and the Kerikeri/Waimate North/Waipapa/Purerua area - and two church denominations - Methodist and Presbyterian. As a Union Parish we operate under the Procedures for Cooperative Ventures.

Mission

We gather for worship, fellowship, spiritual nurture and faith education for all ages.

Our door is open to all who would like to be touched by the Spirit of God in a way that connects with them. Newcomers to our congregations have commented on the love that has welcomed them, just as they are. We know this is no achievement of ours, but reflects our own openness to receive, because we know we need one another on the journey of human life. The Way of Christ is the path we seek to follow, and together we endeavour to be a unique expression of Christ's body for others.

Looking at everyday life through the lens of scripture brings a challenge to transform ourselves and our society. We take seriously the Bible and its challenge to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with our God. It is part of our core business to care, and therefore to respond to needs among us and in our wider community with friendship, spiritual support and practical help.

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Worship every Sunday: 9.30am at our temporary Kerikeri home - Ted Robinson Chapel, Stella Drive; 11.15am at Wesleydale Memorial Church, Kaeo

Home groups and study groups for adults, Sunday School for children, Girls' Brigade in Kerikeri for girls and young women, and we support K-TOWN Shakers Youth Group in the Kaeo area.

Our minister is available to the wider community to support and encourage people in their spiritual journey. This includes ceremonies to mark important life passages and events - Christenings, Dedications, Marriages, House Blessings, Funerals. English language and some te reo Maori.