We have a host of exciting events to celebrate the opening of Aldersgate | Our Gathering Place | Puari Huinga – a new centre for inclusive spirituality and social justice in the city:

Monday 17 Feb: Closing Date for entries in Children’s Art Exhibition on the theme of The Essence of Aroha

Saturday 22 Feb – Sunday 15 Mar: Display of The Essence of Aroha Children’s Art Exhibition (from the anniversary of the Christchurch Earthquake to the anniversary of the attacks on Christchurch Mosques)

Saturday 22 Feb – Sunday 15 Mar: Aldersgate Historic Display

Saturday 22 Feb – Sunday 15 Mar: Display from Christchurch Methodist Mission

Saturday 22 Feb – Sunday 15 Mar: Display from Christian World Service

Friday 28 Feb: Neighbours Twilight BBQ

Saturday 29 Feb: Pōwhiri and Opening Celebration

Saturday 29 Feb: Celebration Banquet

Sunday 01 Mar: Sunday Gathering – Reflection by Mary Caygill

Sunday 01 Mar: Festival of Music

f you are in Christchurch and can’t wait for a look inside, we have organised special Behind the Scenes Tours; drop in to 309 Durham Street North any time between 1:00-4:00pm on Sunday, 23 February.

An Opening Celebration Information Sheet on the Programme is available here. If you haven’t already Registered, you can do so here on-line. Or contact Wallace Woodley on 03 358 4209 or opening@aldersgate.org.nz