At the heart of Salt Church is a love for Jesus and a desire to walk in His way.
We’re a church shaped by generations and cultures, where community is intentional and the pace is unhurried. We may not have all the events, programs, or conferences that fill many calendars - instead, we choose a slower rhythm that refreshes, notices, and forms us into the likeness of Christ.
Grounded in generosity and reconciliation, we seek to embody God’s love both locally and globally. Honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi, we walk toward partnership and healing alongside Tangata Whenua.
Above all, we’re family - and we hope that’s what you find here. Nau mai, welcome.
At Salt Church, we recognize the covenantal nature of Te Tiriti and its significance as the foundation for welcoming many nations to Aotearoa. As a church, we are committed to the journey of learning and applying Kawenatatanga (Covenantship) o Te Tiriti o Waitangi into our life together. This means honoring its principles by working toward healing, restoration, and reconciliation between Māori and the body of Christ.
We affirm that Māori are made in the image of God and are created to thrive as Māori. This shapes our desire to partner with whānau, hapū, and iwi in meaningful ways, support the establishment of more faith communities on marae, and nurture expressions of faith that reflect the richness of Te Ao Māori. We strive to push back against assimilation and instead esteem tangata whenua to their rightful place in Aotearoa.
Salt is committed to being a place where covenant is honored and lived out. By reflecting on the promises of Te Tiriti, we aim to be a community that listens, learns, and embodies the restorative heart of God.
If you are unsure where to start your journey of understanding Te Tiriti and its connection to the church, please get in touch, He waka eke noa - We are all in this together.