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.

Discover Your Path

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.

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07Mar

Eldership Training – What does it mean to be an elder?

9:00am 11 Meldrum Street, Winton, New Zealand
In this workshop we will explore our spiritual call and ministry as those who serve the church as elders. We will engage with Scripture and PCANZ resources which clarify and explain our ministry and mission…
26Jan

Women in the New Testament and Early Church

9:00am
From 26-30 January 2026, Professor Lynn Cohick will teach an intensive course in Dunedin entitled Women in the New Testament and Early Church. Lynn is Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Director of the Houston…

Resource Library

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

Elders Handbook

This handbook provides an overview of the ministry of eldership within the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa NZ. Topics range from the biblical foundations of eldership to the nature of what elders are called to do.

Food for Prayer – Who is the Church?

This one–page study guide explores who the church is and provides helpful thoughts, questions, and food–for–prayer. This guide can be used for individual or group study.

Introduction to Preaching

This resource is suitable for emerging and experienced preachers. The material covers the basics of the preacher’s spirituality through to preaching from different parts of the bible.

History of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa NZ

This very readable, engaging and brief resource is ideal for anyone interested in discovering the whakapapa of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa NZ (PCANZ).

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Need Support for your Studies?

Apply for study grants that can help you on your path to ministry. We offer financial support to make your theological education more accessible.

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