Church Of The Good Shepherd Nz History
A small stone church situated in a stunning landscape it is one of a number of memorial churches built throughout south canterbury to commemorate the original pakeha settlers of the area.
Church of the good shepherd nz history. History of the building. Each tour will last for approximately 30 minutes and will explore the historical and spiritual significance of the church and describe different element of the church building. About us we work locally with a number of key partners to assist people who face challenges brought about by social and economic exclusion isolation violence in the home and financial insecurity. Good shepherd nz home.
It was registered as a historic place category i by the new zealand historic places trust. It was designed by christchurch architect r s d. 639 edgewater dr dunedin fl 34698 727 733 4125. The church of the good shepherd located on the shores of lake tekapo is just so photogenic.
The polished brass memorial tablet is mounted in a wooden frame and headed. Vigil mass 6pm sunday mass. To offer new zealanders on holiday an opportunity to see inside the church of the good shepherd we will be hosting guided tours for a limited time. Harman based on sketches by a local artist esther hope.
Opened in 1935 the church of the good shepherd is the sole church in lake tekapo and continues to be a place of worship for local residents. The picture window behind the altar overlooking the lake just draws you eye and frames a fantastic view. This well recognised statue was commissioned by the residents of the mackenzie region on 7 march 1968. Close by the church of the good shepherd is a bronze sheepdog statue a tribute to the hardy dogs without the help of which the grazing of this mountain country would be impossible.
We are back to normal mass times. Our vision is to live in a world where all creation thrives in god s love. Witness our vibrant community s activities and history through our gallery. The church of good shepherd on the shores of lake tekapo is arguably one of the most photographed of new zealand s buildings.
The church itself was built opened in 1935 as a memorial to commemorate early. The anglican church of the good shepherd ongaonga displays the district s first world war roll of honour and a memorial to one second world war soldier.