Open hearts,
Open minds,
Open doors.
All are welcome to join with us, 10am Sundays at Aldersgate Chapel

Durham Street Methodists

Church Not-As-Usual

“What if church invited people to come tell what they already know of God instead of coming to learn what they are supposed to believe? What if it blessed people for what they are doing in the world instead of chastening them for not doing more at church? What if the church’s job were to convince people that God needs them working in the world more than God needs them sitting in the pew?” (Barbara Brown Taylor)

That’s the kind of church community we aspire to be – a place of radical inclusion, where everyone — no exceptions — is accepted and valued and given the invitation to help take the lead. Women, men and those who don’t find those labels helpful; whatever our disability, limitation or impairment; old, young, and everyone in between; gay, lesbian, straight and asexual; Māori, Pakeha, Pasefika, migrant, refugee, old-timer, and new comer; faithful follower, honest doubter and convinced sceptic — all are welcome at the table at our central city church. Nau mai, haere mai. We are glad you are here.
 
We are not the biggest church in town, nor the wealthiest, nor do we have the flashest programmes or best productions. But we are thoroughly committed to caring for each other, serving our city, and helping each other be more faithful followers of the radical, counter-cultural Way of Jesus of Nazareth. We are a welcoming, inclusive church. If you are looking for a Christchurch church where you will be welcomed, then come along, we would love to meet you.
 
2024 marks 160 years since the first church was opened on the Durham Street site and a celebration will mark this milestone over Labour Weekend. All current and former members and friends of the church are welcome to attend part or all of the weekend.
 
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT WHO WE ARE

We are registered as an Affirming Church with Diverse Church NZIf you are unable to join us in person, you can join us on live-streaming. For details, email welcome@aldersgate.org.nz.

Our regular Sunday Gathering is the beating heart of our church community. Join us in-person next Sunday 10am, at Aldersgate Chapel. Or join us via live streaming. Details available from welcome@aldersgate.org.nz

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Our regular Sunday Gathering is the beating heart of our church community. Join us in-person next Sunday 10am, at Aldersgate Chapel. Or join us via live streaming. Details available from welcome@aldersgate.org.nz

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Sunday Gathering with Communion

The Chapel @ Aldersgate, 309 Durham Street, Central City, Christchurch 8013
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Sunday Gathering with Communion

The Chapel @ Aldersgate, 309 Durham Street, Central City, Christchurch 8013
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Sunday Gathering

The Chapel @ Aldersgate, 309 Durham Street, Central City, Christchurch 8013

StreeTs Ministry

During the period between the demolition of the old Durham Street Methodist Church and the opening of the new Aldersgate Centre, we supported StreeTs Ministry, an exciting outreach to the city. The aim of StreeTs was to engage with, develop, resource and build community within the central city of Christchurch – from the “streeties” and tourists to the business owners, professionals, office and hospitality workers, and inner city residents. The gift of presence, without the perils of advice.

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StreeTs Ministry - Central City Church and Ministry in Christchurch

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We are a small group with a big vision to serve our city. With your support, we can grow in size and influence. Together we can do so much more.

Latest News

November 28, 2024

Summer Combined Services

As in previous years, we will be combining with other Christchurch churches during the summer. Services will be

October 29, 2024

Food, Fellowship and Music to Celebrate 160 Years!

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Over the weekend of 26th and 27th October 2024, the Durham Street congregation welcomed many friends and past

October 20, 2024

Rekindle the Vā of Papatūānuku

Te Hāhi Weteriana o Aotearoa/The Methodist Church of New Zealand is in its second year of a decade

Latest Sunday Reflections

November 17, 2024

The World Ends Every Day!

By Philo Kinera

Mark 13:1-8

November 10, 2024

Parables of Justice

By Hugh Mingard

Ruth 3:1-5, 4:13-17 Mark 12:33-44

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