Nurturing ministry and leadership in the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand

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The Knox Centre for Ministry and Leadership forms ministers and leaders for service in the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand and partner churches.

In addition to training people for National Ordained Ministry, Local Ordained Ministry, and assisting in training for Amorangi Ministry, we provide training for Local Shared Ministry teams and other recognised ministries in the Church.

We support presbyteries and congregations in their leadership development, and help resource continuing ministry formation among the Presbyterian Church’s ministers and elders.

Looking to become a Minister?

Discover the pathways to ordained ministry within the Presbyterian Church. At the Knox Centre for Ministry and Leadership, we provide the training, resources, and support you need to answer your call and serve your community effectively.

National Ordained Ministry (N.O.M.)

National ordained ministers (NOMs) are those whose call to leadership in the national church is recognised by the Church and who are trained and ordained for the ministry of word and sacrament as teaching elders in the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Local Ordained Ministry (L.O.M.)

Local Ordained Ministry equips leaders to serve in specific communities, focusing on local needs through a combination of theological education, on-the-job training, and contextual ministry experiences.

Amorangi Ministry

Amorangi ministry is unique to Te Aka Puaho. Te Aka Puaho is the equivalent of a Māori Synod within the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Local Shared Ministry

A Local Shared Ministry Team is a group of people identified and called by their local congregation, and commissioned by the presbytery, to provide leadership which will further the mission, life and work of the congregation.

Explore our Training Events

Discover the pathways to ordained ministry within the Presbyterian Church. At the Knox Centre for Ministry and Leadership, we provide the training, resources, and support you need to answer your call and serve your community effectively.

11Sep

Noho Marae – Te Maungarongo Marae (Ōhope)

3:00pm Te Maungarongo Marae, Ōhope, New Zealand
15May

Forge Aotearoa Hui at Ōhope Marae

11:30am
03Jun

AI and the Christian Life – Matt Ensor (Appreciative Insights on the Use of AI-Possibilities and Challenges)

7:00pm

Resource Library

Explore a wide range of resources, including articles, guides, and helpful links, designed to support your ministry journey and personal growth.

Inclusive Worship Language Guide

This guide engages with the bible in exploring the language we use in our worship. The handbook seeks to facilitate sensitivity in our language and remaining faithful to the biblical witness.

Jesus Christ meets Ihu Karaiti

Listen to this fascinating presentation by Rev Dr Wayne Te Kaawa as he re-visions Christology through a Māori lens by exploring images of Jesus in traditional and contemporary Māori art.

Pastoral Care Handbook

This simple and engaging resource is ideal for pastoral care teams, pastoral workers, and ministers to be acquainted with pastoral care issues most commonly encountered.

Presbyterian Youth Ministry (PYM)

Presbyterian Youth Ministry (PYM) exists to encourage and equip youth ministry across Aotearoa in the PCANZ and Co–operating Churches, our website is your one-stop hub for resources that make youth ministry easier and more effective. Whether you’re a volunteer leader, a minister, or a young adult stepping into leadership, you’ll find practical tools to help you thrive.

Share Your Story

As we celebrate 150 years of the Knox Centre, we invite you to share your story, memories, or reflections to help us honour the people, moments, and journeys that have shaped this community across generations.