19–20 June 2026 · Auckland
2026 National gathering
A gathering with room for questions, conversation, and connection
Location
Somervell Church
497 Remuera Road
Remuera, Auckland
Dates
19–20 June
2026
In June 2026, The Open Table NZ will host its first national gathering—a weekend designed to bring people together around thoughtful faith, shared humanity, and generous conversation.
This conference is for people drawn to an open, inclusive, and progressive expression of Christian faith, and who are seeking connection rather than certainty.
Registration
Tickets for the 2026 National Gathering are now available.
We look forward to seeing you at the table.
Conference Details
19th & 20th June 2026
Friday 19th
6.30 pm Registration, wine & cheese
7.30 - 9 pm Session in Auditorium
(welcome, intro, short talks, spoken word, workshop intros, dreams etc)
6.30 pm Registration, wine & cheese
7.30 - 9 pm Session in Auditorium
(welcome, intro, short talks, spoken word, workshop intros, dreams etc)
Saturday 20th
8.30 am Registration
9 am Session in Auditorium
9.45-10.45 am Workshop Session 1
Morning Tea
11.30 am - 12.30 pm Workshop Session 2
Lunch (provided)
1.45 - 2.45 pm Workshop Session 3
Afternoon Tea
Closing Session
5 pm Finish
Note - during the day there will be a non-supervised play area available for younger children, so parents can share child-minding if they wish
8.30 am Registration
9 am Session in Auditorium
9.45-10.45 am Workshop Session 1
Morning Tea
11.30 am - 12.30 pm Workshop Session 2
Lunch (provided)
1.45 - 2.45 pm Workshop Session 3
Afternoon Tea
Closing Session
5 pm Finish
Note - during the day there will be a non-supervised play area available for younger children, so parents can share child-minding if they wish