Trying to describe a particular church is not easy: how do you summarize the many personalities and backgrounds of the people that comprise it?

But at Chapel Hill, there are values we all share. Top of the list is a belief in and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ. The Bible describes him as the Author of life, and many at Chapel Hill have found Him to be so. He is the reason for our community’s existence, the One who dies to bring us into relationship with God.

Another value that defines us is our under standing that our church is about people, not programmes, about relationships, not rituals. Everyone is esteemed and has something to contribute to the good of all. Because of this we work hard to provide opportunities for people to use their talents and passions to serve others.

Chapel Hill is a family church. It exists not only for those who frequently attend, but also for folk in the wider community. Our facilities and programmes are intended to meet peoples’ needs and make a positive impact on our growing community.

Chapel Hill is an Open Brethren church and is part of a network of Open Brethren churches in New Zealand. Each Brethren church is autonomous, yet we have strong, informal relationships with other Brethren churches, particularly Hillcrest Chapel.