The Carmelite Nuns are an Order dedicated to contemplative prayer. Guided by St Teresa of Jesus
and St John of the Cross, they strive for an ever deeper relationship with God.
This contemplative prayer embraces the Church and the world.
We are fundraising to rebuild our monastery chapel!
Find out more on the Chapel Rebuild page or click on the logo above.
Contact Information
Carmelite Monastery
52 Halswell Rd
Hillmorton, 8025
Christchurch
New Zealand
Tel. (03) 338 9370
ocdchch@xtra.co.nz
Mass Times
8.30am Sundays
8.30am Weekdays
Notices
Construction of our new monastery entrance and visitors building (stage one) begins November 2026. During construction, Mass will continue in the current chapel each day at 8.30am.
Chapel construction (stage two) will follow next year. See our Chapel Rebuild page for more information and to follow our progress!