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Christian Orthodox Church

Holy Metropolis of
New Zealand

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Christian Orthodox Church

Holy Metropolis of
New Zealand

Christian Orthodox Church

Holy Metropolis of
New Zealand

Discovering the Orthodox Church

The Ancient Christian Faith

Orthodox Christianity is the original Christian faith, handed down from the Apostles and preserved through the centuries. At its heart is Jesus Christ, who brings us life, hope, and healing. Through prayer, worship, and the holy sacraments, we grow closer to God and to one another. The Orthodox Church is open to all people, inviting everyone to share in the light and love of Christ.

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Services

Sacred Mysteries and Pastoral Care

Baptism

Services

Baptism, is not a social custom or cultural tradition, but the very entrance into the Kingdom of God and the beginning of the Christian life.

Marriage

Services

In the Orthodox Church, marriage is not merely a legal contract or social institution, but a sacrament of healing and sanctification. The husband and wife, through the grace of the Holy Spirit, are united into one life in Christ.

Funeral

Services

When a faithful Christian departs this life, the Church gathers to commend the soul to God’s mercy, singing hymns of hope and resurrection. For us, death is not annihilation, but the falling asleep in Christ until the Last Day, when all shall rise.

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Our Events

Our Events Calendar is your guide to the life of the Metropolis — a simple way to see what’s happening across our parishes, join in feasts and services, and share in the joy of our wider Orthodox community.