our vision
where we are going.
Tō Mātou Tirohanga Whakamua
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our vision
Tō Mātou Tirohanga Whakamua
to be a family becoming wholehearted followers of Jesus, together.
He whānau e manawanui ana kia Ihu Karaiti.
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our values
Ō Mātou Mātāpono
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love . aroha
We love because God first loved us. His love is what the original biblical text refers to as “agape”, the unconditional and highest form of love. We want to be people of this type of love, who do everything out of agape, because without love it all counts for nothing. We love our Heavenly Father, we love our Lord and Saviour Jesus and we love His Holy Spirit with all our heart, soul, mind and strength. We love others, as we love ourselves.
gospel and mission . rongopai
We believe that God is making all things new through the power of his Kingdom. We are called and committed to a life of mission here and now. Playing our part in God’s redemptive story, we offer up our whole lives and vocations as a crucial part of the outworking of His mission. We want everyone to have a chance to hear the good news of Jesus and His kingdom in a way they can understand, from someone they can trust and with a power that's transformational.
spiritual practices . tikanga wairua
We are committed to growing in spiritual practices, both communal and personal. Spiritual practices are our way of making ourselves available to and open to God's grace, to the Spirit of God working in us to transform us. They are ways of setting our minds upon the things above. Spiritual practices are ways of intentionally learning to be with Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and doing the things Jesus would do if He was us in this world.
togetherness . whanaungatanga
We describe ourselves as family and whānau, because church is more than a community. The common metaphor used to talk about the people of God in the New Testament is that of brothers and sisters: God is forming us into a loving family. We believe it is in the context of this family of faith and grace that we learn how to follow Jesus more fully. We thrive when we celebrate God’s goodness together, learning how to be like Jesus through the sharing of our journeys.
authenticity . tūturutanga
We bring our true and whole selves to the whānau. Our Heavenly Father accepts us on the basis of His mercy and grace made available to us through the sacrifice of His son Jesus, not on the basis of our performance. Therefore, we are free to live honestly before God and others. Living a life of openness and vulnerability reminds us we are all on a journey. We are a community that talks about things as they really are and does our best to keep it real. We aspire to truly live out what we talk about.
the church we see
Te Whare Karakia e kitea
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we see a church marked by joy.
A whānau who laughs together, eats together and is intimately connected with each other's lives.
we see a multigenerational church.
A church where our whakapapa is honoured, every age group is valued and there is a place for everyone to belong.
we see a multiethnic church.
A church where cultural diversity is celebrated and people from all different ethnicities are united in Christ.
we see a missional church.
A church that believes everyone deserves to hear the message of Jesus, from a person they trust, in a way they understand and with a power that's transformational. A people relentless in their pursuit to reach one more for Christ.
we see a church of passionate worshippers.
A people whose lives are an expression of praise to the one who is worthy of it all. A church overflowing with thankfulness and gratitude.
we see a church that is a beacon of light.
A church where mana is enhanced, souls are restored and the power of God is displayed.
we see a generous church.
A people who give the best of their time, treasure and talent to see the Kingdom of God expand.
we see a creative church.
A church that has its own unique sound. Artistic, innovative and beautiful.
we see a loving church.
A church who loves God with all of their heart, mind, soul and strength and loves others as themselves. A humble people who honour all, in both word and deed.
we see a pure church.
A church that is set apart and lives counter cultural to the world around. A people pursuing a life of holiness together.
we see an authentic church.
A church that understands that we are loved by God on the basis of His grace and not our performance, and thus we are free to live honestly before God and others.
we see a compassionate church.
A people who care deeply for the marginalised and hurting and are moved to action to display the aroha of Christ.
we see a servant-hearted church.
A church that lays down their robes and picks up towels to become servants of all.
we see a church that is an oasis.
A church where people find hauora, rest and refreshment.
we see a mature church.
A church devoted to prayer, the reading of the Word and rich in spiritual practices. A people who are continually growing in Christ.
we see a bold and resilient church.
A church that is steadfast, grounded and unwavering.
we see a faith filled church.
A church whose thinking is continually being realigned to the realities of heaven. A people who are willing to step out and trust God because they know their God is able.
we see a spirit filled church.
A church that is active in spiritual gifts, reliant on the Spirit's leading and empowered for mission and ministry.
we see an influential church.
A church where leaders are discovered, developed and deployed. A people who are impacting every sector of society.
we see a church that promotes unity in aotearoa.
A church that acknowledges our nation's history, while having faith for true partnership between tāngata whenua and tāngata tiriti.
yes, the church we see is a family marked by faith, hope and love.
A beautiful bride eagerly awaiting the return of its Bridegroom.
this is the church we see.