The Church of the Good Shepherd

The Church is always been beautiful in all the way…front of Blue Lake and one of the most iconic tourist spot for south Nz. Both sides of church is with Blue Lake and other side historic place too. Over all Lake Tekapo you beauty ❤️

Beautiful- lives up to its quaint reputation.The lake and flowers make the setting idyllic and so easy to take great pictures

I recently had the pleasure of attending the Church of the Good Shepherd located in the picturesque South Island of New Zealand, and I was completely blown away by the experience. From the moment I stepped foot on the grounds, I felt a sense of warmth and welcoming energy that is truly unique to this church.The exterior of the church is stunning, nestled against the breathtaking backdrop of the Southern Alps and overlooking the serene turquoise waters of Lake Tekapo. The peacefulness and natural beauty of the surroundings are in perfect harmony with the sanctuary’s calming interior, with its tranquil color scheme and ethereal stained glass windows.The church has a long and rich history, having been built in 1935 to serve the needs of the growing sheep-farming community. It has since become a well-known tourist attraction and a beloved spot for weddings and other celebrations. Despite its fame, the Church of the Good Shepherd remains a humble and welcoming place of worship, open to all who seek a moment of peace and reflection.The congregation is warm and friendly, and the services are both meaningful and accessible. I appreciated the way prayers and hymns in the Maori language were also integrated into the service, honoring the indigenous culture of the land.Aside from its beautiful interior and meaningful services, the Church of the Good Shepherd also offers visitors an opportunity to learn about the church's history and importance to the surrounding community. There are informative plaques that guide you through the history of the church and its significance to the area.Overall, my experience at the Church of the Good Shepherd was truly unforgettable. It is a place of beauty, peace, and significance, and I cannot recommend it enough to anyone visiting or living in the South Island of New Zealand. Whether you seek a moment of reflection, spiritual guidance, or simply a beautiful and tranquil place to visit, this church is a must-see destination.

Gorgeous place to stop for a picture of a quaint 1930s stone church on the southern shore of the BEAUTIFUL Lake Tekapo. It is not possible for a tourist to go into the church typically. For a beautiful photograph, walk over to the pedestrian bridge and use a good zoom lens for the church and the lake in the background. The church is right off of the highway, easily marked and readily found. Highly recommended stop!

Definitely come first thing in the morning.. like before 9. Otherwise it’ll be too crowded to take a good picture…The view is beautiful from the church and there are a number of shops nearby so you can actually go snap some pictures first then head to one of the cafes nearby!

If you're lucky enough to come here when the doors are open, definitely worth checking out. View outside is great, and night time shots with the stars at night would have to be the absolute highlight.Good views over Lake Tekapo and well worth a visit. Especially as its a 30 second walk from the car park.

The church is in a nice scenic setting on the side of the lake and mountains in the background. Morning or evening, the location is great for awesome photos. The place has a continuous flow of visitors and can get crowded during mid day. We visited during the 1st week of December.

It’s so nice to come here.I have been dreaming for a long time.Finally I could come.I was so impressed. Very calm and peaceful place. Blue sky and greenish water are beautiful. This small church attracted many people in the world.Definitely I will come again different season.

Great place to watch the sunrise. Unfortunately it's only open after 9am which makes nice angles of the church quite tricky. But it's pretty. It is very busy at sunset

Found only a block or so from the highway leading through Lake Tekapo, this small stone church built about 175 years ago is really lovely. It is situated on a rise above the lake, with spectacular views all around. It’s possible to look into the simple interior through the window at the back of the building.I was there about 1 pm on a Wednesday during school holidays, and I was astonished to see all the cars, vans, and tourists of every description there to see the church. I wish I’d gone early or late in the day, when the peacefulness of the place would have been more accessible.