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Christ Church, Waiwera


Just outside of Auckland and Orewa is this little seaside town of Waiwera. Once upon a time there use to be the thermal resort which has now been demolished. This little church is right next to the beach. Christ Church was built in 1914 as a private chapel by Major John Whitney and then gifted to the Auckland Anglican Diocese in 1915. It is still being used today with regular services being held.

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roentare said…
It is a lovely looking cottage
21 November 2023 at 08:53
Bill said…
A cute little church.
21 November 2023 at 10:37
Fun60 said…
I don't suppose you can fit many worshippers in there.
21 November 2023 at 15:59
Tom said…
...this is a sweet little church!
22 November 2023 at 00:27
local alien said…
What a wonderful little church. So pictiresque
22 November 2023 at 01:28
Cloudia said…
Thank you for sharing. Aloha
22 November 2023 at 04:54
Tigger's Mum said…
Clearly private chapel originally. Crikey its small - nearly as small as the one person at a time Grrek church that is close to where we used to live. Some people had big weddings there 9followed by christenings of course. Guests had to sit outside on the rocky beach.
22 November 2023 at 11:36
Yogi♪♪♪ said…
That's a cool little church.
23 November 2023 at 05:52
Veronica Lee said…
Such a charming little church!

Hugs and blessings, Amy
24 November 2023 at 02:37
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