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The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington houses many Anglican parish registers. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Anglican records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].<br><br> However, many Anglican church records are kept in the Diocesan Archives for where your ancestor lived. The following are the five Anglican diocese in New Zealand and their corresponding archives:
The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington houses many Anglican parish registers. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Anglican records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].<br><br> However, many Anglican church records are kept in the Diocesan Archives for where your ancestor lived. The following are the five Anglican diocese in New Zealand and their corresponding archives:
*'''Auckland''' - Anglican Diocese of Auckland at 12 Saint Stephens Avenue, Parnell, Auckland 1052, New Zealand
*'''Auckland''' - Anglican Diocese of Auckland at 12 Saint Stephens Avenue, Parnell, Auckland 1052, New Zealand
*'''Christchurch''' - [https://anglicanlife.org.nz/archives/ Anglican Diocese of Christchurch] at Level 1/10 Logistics Drive, Harewood, Christchurch 8050, New Zealand
*'''Christchurch''' [https://anglicanlife.org.nz/archives/ Anglican Diocese of Christchurch] at Level 1/10 Logistics Drive, Harewood, Christchurch 8050, New Zealand
*'''Nelson''' - [https://www.nelsonanglican.nz/ Anglican Diocese of Nelson] at 48 Halifax Street East, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
*'''Nelson''' [https://www.nelsonanglican.nz/ Anglican Diocese of Nelson] at 48 Halifax Street East, Nelson 7010, New Zealand
*'''Waiapu''' - [http://www.waiapu.com/ Anglican Diocese of Waiapu] at 2 Bower Street, Napier 4110, New Zealand
*'''Waiapu''' [http://www.waiapu.com/ Anglican Diocese of Waiapu] at 2 Bower Street, Napier 4110, New Zealand
*'''Waikato''' - [http://www.waikatotaranakianglican.org.nz/ Anglican Diocese Of Waikato and Taranaki] at 104 Morrinsville Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand
*'''Waikato''' [http://www.waikatotaranakianglican.org.nz/ Anglican Diocese Of Waikato and Taranaki] at 104 Morrinsville Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton 3216, New Zealand
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
*'''1840-2008''' [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-10866/new-zealand-index-of-burials-1840-2008 New Zealand, Index of Burials, 1840-2008] at MyHeritage - index ($)
*'''1840-2008''' [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-10866/new-zealand-index-of-burials-1840-2008 New Zealand, Index of Burials, 1840-2008] at MyHeritage - index ($)
*'''1844-1870''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/412732 Church records : Church of England in New Zealand baptisms, 1844-1870] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1844-1870''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/412732 Church records : Church of England in New Zealand baptisms, 1844-1870] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1886-1946''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/418285 Baptismal register, 1886-1946] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1886-1946''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/418285 Baptismal register, 1886-1946] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1857-1975''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/164579 Church records, 1857-1975] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1857-1975''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/164579 Church records, 1857-1975] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1857-1914''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/438199 Parish registers, 1857-1914] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1857-1914''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/438199 Parish registers, 1857-1914] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1907-1950''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/68259 Parish registers, 1907-1950] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1907-1950''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/68259 Parish registers, 1907-1950] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1883-1940''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/136263 Register of Anglican Maori birth, death records in Wairoa District, 1883-1940; also land deals] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1883-1940''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/136263 Register of Anglican Maori birth, death records in Wairoa District, 1883-1940; also land deals] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1886-1945''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/418277 Baptismal register, 1886-1945] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1886-1945''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/418277 Baptismal register, 1886-1945] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1890-1984''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/758020 Parish registers, 1890-1984] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1890-1984''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/758020 Parish registers, 1890-1984] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1852-1863''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/513861 Marriage records of Rev. John Morgan] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1852-1863''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/513861 Marriage records of Rev. John Morgan] at FamilySearch - images


=== Historical Background ===
=== Historical Background ===
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===How to Find the Records===
===How to Find the Records===
There are currently no Catholic church records for New Zealand available online. Most Catholic registers are kept in the parish where they were created. To find which parish your ancestor may have attended, visit the Catholic Diocesan website. There are six Catholic Dioceses in New Zealand:
There are currently no Catholic church records for New Zealand available online. Most Catholic registers are kept in the parish where they were created. To find which parish your ancestor may have attended, visit the Catholic Diocesan website. There are six Catholic Dioceses in New Zealand:
*'''Auckland''' - [https://www.aucklandcatholic.org.nz/ Catholic Diocese of Auckland] at 30 New St, St Mary’s Bay, Auckland 1011, New Zealand
*'''Auckland''' [https://www.aucklandcatholic.org.nz/ Catholic Diocese of Auckland] at 30 New St, St Mary’s Bay, Auckland 1011, New Zealand
*'''Christchurch''' - [https://chchcatholic.nz/ Catholic Diocese of Christchurch] at 2/9 Washington Way, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
*'''Christchurch''' [https://chchcatholic.nz/ Catholic Diocese of Christchurch] at 2/9 Washington Way, Sydenham, Christchurch 8011, New Zealand
*'''Dunedin''' - [https://www.cdd.org.nz/ Roman Catholic Diocese of Dunedin] at 300 Rattray St., Private Bag 1941, Dunedin 9054, New Zealand
*'''Dunedin''' [https://www.cdd.org.nz/ Roman Catholic Diocese of Dunedin] at 300 Rattray St., Private Bag 1941, Dunedin 9054, New Zealand
*'''Hamilton''' - [https://www.cdh.org.nz/our-diocese Catholic Diocese of Hamilton] at 51 Grey Street, Hamilton East 3216, New Zealand
*'''Hamilton''' [https://www.cdh.org.nz/our-diocese Catholic Diocese of Hamilton] at 51 Grey Street, Hamilton East 3216, New Zealand
*'''Palmerston North''' - [https://pndiocese.org.nz/ Diocese of Palmerston North] at 33 Amesbury Street, Private Bag 11 012, Palmerston North, New Zealand
*'''Palmerston North''' [https://pndiocese.org.nz/ Diocese of Palmerston North] at 33 Amesbury Street, Private Bag 11 012, Palmerston North, New Zealand
*'''Wellington''' - [https://www.wn.catholic.org.nz/ Catholic Archdiocese of Wellington] at 22-30 Hill Street, Thorndon, WELLINGTON 6011, New Zealand
*'''Wellington''' [https://www.wn.catholic.org.nz/ Catholic Archdiocese of Wellington] at 22-30 Hill Street, Thorndon, WELLINGTON 6011, New Zealand
Additionally, the Catholic Dioceses of Auckland and Christchurch have diocesan archives that house some parish registers.  
Additionally, the Catholic Dioceses of Auckland and Christchurch have diocesan archives that house some parish registers.  
*'''Auckland''' - [https://www.aucklandcatholic.org.nz/services/pompallier-heritage-centre/ Catholic Diocese of Auckland Pompallier Heritage Centre and Archives] at 30 New St, St Mary’s Bay, Auckland 1011, New Zealand - genealogical research is only permitted for records taken before 1900
*'''Auckland''' [https://www.aucklandcatholic.org.nz/services/pompallier-heritage-centre/ Catholic Diocese of Auckland Pompallier Heritage Centre and Archives] at 30 New St, St Mary’s Bay, Auckland 1011, New Zealand - genealogical research is only permitted for records taken before 1900
*'''Christchurch''' - [https://archives.chchcatholic.nz/ Catholic Diocese of Christchurch Archives] at 2/9 Washington Way, Sydenham, Christchurch City 8011
*'''Christchurch''' [https://archives.chchcatholic.nz/ Catholic Diocese of Christchurch Archives] at 2/9 Washington Way, Sydenham, Christchurch City 8011
The [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] also has many church records, including Catholic records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
The [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] also has many church records, including Catholic records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].


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The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington houses many Congregationalist records. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Congregationalist records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington houses many Congregationalist records. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Congregationalist records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
*'''1871-1905''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/210135 Marriages, 1871-1905] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1871-1905''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/210135 Marriages, 1871-1905] at FamilySearch - images


=== Historical Background ===
=== Historical Background ===
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The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington houses many Methodist records. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Methodist records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington houses many Methodist records. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Methodist records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
*'''1830-1877''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/631678 Christenings and marriages from northern New Zealand, 1830-1877] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1830-1877''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/631678 Christenings and marriages from northern New Zealand, 1830-1877] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1844-1969''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/631992 Register of European names from Methodist records from Hokianga, New Zealand, 1834-1850] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1844-1969''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/631992 Register of European names from Methodist records from Hokianga, New Zealand, 1834-1850] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1846-1917''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/245816 Marriages, pre-1915] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1846-1917''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/245816 Marriages, pre-1915] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1830-1968''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/412881 Methodists records for New Zealand, 1830-1968] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1830-1968''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/412881 Methodists records for New Zealand, 1830-1968] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1878-1914''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/209761 Church records, 1840-1954] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1878-1914''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/209761 Church records, 1840-1954] at FamilySearch - images


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=== Historical Background ===
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The best resource for Presbyterian records in New Zealand is the "Register of New Zealand Presbyterian Marriages 1848 to 1935." This database was compiled by the Presbyterian Research Centre and contains marriage records for Presbyterians during this time period. The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington also houses many Presbyterian church records. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org as well. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Presbyterian records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
The best resource for Presbyterian records in New Zealand is the "Register of New Zealand Presbyterian Marriages 1848 to 1935." This database was compiled by the Presbyterian Research Centre and contains marriage records for Presbyterians during this time period. The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington also houses many Presbyterian church records. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org as well. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Presbyterian records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
*'''1856-1980''' - [http://www.presbyterian.org.nz/archives/marriagesdatabase.htm Register of New Zealand Presbyterian Marriages 1848 to 1935] at the Presbyterian Research Centre - indexes
*'''1856-1980''' [http://www.presbyterian.org.nz/archives/marriagesdatabase.htm Register of New Zealand Presbyterian Marriages 1848 to 1935] at the Presbyterian Research Centre - indexes
*'''1848-1920''' - [http://www.presbyterian.org.nz/archives/synodregionmarriages.htm Register of Otago & Southland Marriages 1848 to 1920] at the Presbyterian Research Centre - indexes
*'''1848-1920''' [http://www.presbyterian.org.nz/archives/synodregionmarriages.htm Register of Otago & Southland Marriages 1848 to 1920] at the Presbyterian Research Centre - indexes
*'''1881-1908''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/412678 St. David's Presbyterian Church : index to marriages, 1881-1908] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1881-1908''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/412678 St. David's Presbyterian Church : index to marriages, 1881-1908] at FamilySearch - images


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==== Online Resources and Websites ====
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
*'''1875-1926''' {{RecordSearch|2367300|New Zealand, Auckland, Port Albert, Membership Lists and Minutes from the Church of Christ, 1875-1926}} at FamilySearch - images
*'''1875-1926''' {{RecordSearch|2367300|New Zealand, Auckland, Port Albert, Membership Lists and Minutes from the Church of Christ, 1875-1926}} at FamilySearch - images
*'''1907-1958''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/1188832 Church register, 1907-1958] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1907-1958''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/1188832 Church register, 1907-1958] at FamilySearch - images


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Some of New Zealand's records for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org.
Some of New Zealand's records for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org.
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
*'''1905-1972''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/455443 Marriage licenses, 1905-1972] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1905-1972''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/455443 Marriage licenses, 1905-1972] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1904-1971''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/175871 Marriage registers, 1904-1971] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1904-1971''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/175871 Marriage registers, 1904-1971] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1936-1940''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/447921 Record of lost and unknown members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1936-1940] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1936-1940''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/447921 Record of lost and unknown members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1936-1940] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1881-1929''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243711 Membership records, 1881-1929] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1881-1929''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243711 Membership records, 1881-1929] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1884-1921''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243726 Membership records, 1884-1921] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1884-1921''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243726 Membership records, 1884-1921] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1884-1922''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243715 Membership records, 1884-1922] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1884-1922''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243715 Membership records, 1884-1922] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1886-1921''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243722 Membership records, 1886-1921] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1886-1921''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243722 Membership records, 1886-1921] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1881-1921''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243719 Membership records, 1881-1921] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1881-1921''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243719 Membership records, 1881-1921] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1884-1929''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243698 Membership records, 1884-1929] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1884-1929''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243698 Membership records, 1884-1929] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1884-1921''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243703 Membership records, 1884-1921] at FamilySearch - images
*'''1884-1921''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/243703 Membership records, 1884-1921] at FamilySearch - images


More records for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are available on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/search FamilySearch Catalog]. Search for places within New Zealand.
More records for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are available on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/search FamilySearch Catalog]. Search for places within New Zealand.
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The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington houses many Lutheran parish registers. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Lutheran records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
The National Library of New Zealand in Wellington houses many Lutheran parish registers. To see what they have in their archives, visit their catalog [https://natlib.govt.nz/search here]. Some of New Zealand's church records have also been digitized and are available on FamilySearch.org. Additionally, the [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/ Auckland War Museum] has many church records, including Lutheran records, that are available to look at in their reading room. They also have some church records available online. To see what records they have available, visit them [https://www.aucklandmuseum.com/discover/collections-online here].
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
==== Online Resources and Websites ====
*'''1850-1885''' - [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/417349 Church records, 1850-1885] at FamilySearch - index and images
*'''1850-1885''' [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/417349 Church records, 1850-1885] at FamilySearch - index and images


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=== Historical Background ===
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