An Illustrated History of the Church of Christ (NZ)

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Welcome to the website of the book, 
An Illustrated History of the Church of Christ (NZ).

This book was written for Church members to remind them of the great things God has done in their midst. It has been published in the hope and expectation that it will bless many, both within and without the Church.

The Church of Christ (NZ) was formed in 1937 in Royal Oak, Auckland, NZ by Frederick Wilson with the hope that it would be the vehicle through which many would come to know the saving grace of Jesus, and have their lives changed through a personal relationship with Him.

This book celebrates the efforts of the Church to uphold this aim, and seeks to honour Jesus for honouring His promise that "to as many as come to him, to them He gave the right to become the children of God." (John 1:12) 

On this site you can order a copy, read sample pages from the book, and contact us for more information.

This site does not take money, but you can order a book using the form below. The book is free for current Church members (payment by donation), and $100 for others.

About the Book:

  • 462 glossy, full colour pages, bound in an attractive hard cover.

  • Fully illustrated, with nearly 400 photographs of various aspects the Church dating from the 1930s, as well as many copies of old documents, brochures, advertising material, newspaper articles, logos and other images.

  • It is specifically aimed at those who don't have a lot of either time or expertise to read history books. 

  • Designed as a coffee-table book, which can be picked up and browsed whenever you have a few minutes. It is not necessary to read a lot of text to get a lot out of the book.

  • For those who want more detail the text is very readable, and covers a wide range of subjects from the history of the buildings, to the various ministries, to the key people involved.

  • Supported by encouraging scriptures.

  • Includes many memories from both current and former Church members that make the book sparkle.

  • Includes many testimonies from Church members, demonstrating that God has been working in members' lives ever since the Church was formed.

  • This book was not supported, or funded, in any way by the Church of Christ (NZ). This is an entirely private initiative.

  • Chapters:

    • Beginnings

    • Building and Development

    • Branch Church

    • Pastor Fred Wilson

    • Growth Factors

    • Church Structure and Governance

    • Exceptionalism

    • Ministries, Outreaches and Programs

    • See What God Has Done

    • Conclusion

    • Appendix A: Plans and Drawings

    • Appendix B: Aerial Base Photos

    • Appendix C: Aerial Photographs of Mt Roskill Church

    • Appendix D: Additional Photos

    • Appendix E: A Short Biography of the Wilson Family

About the Author:

David Lindsey gave his heart to the Lord in 1989, and has therefore now been a Christian for nearly 35 years. He has spent his adult life studying the intersection between Christianity and the culture around us, and is therefore well placed to understand the cultural and religious context within which the Church of Christ (NZ) was formed, grew, and became mature.

David Lindsey has a PhD in Politics from Auckland University, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Theology from Laidlaw College. In addition, he has a Master of Arts degree in Geography and a Diploma of Worldview Studies.

"It is my prayer that this book will encourage you to continue to follow the Saviour by reminding you of the great things he has done for you. He who began a good work among you will complete it by the day of Christ Jesus."

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