Maketu's historic church

The Western Bay's oldest church turned 145 on March 21. On the eve of its anniversary, photographer John Borren captured the essence of the church.

The bible given to Maketu's first local Anglican minister, Ihaia Te Ahau, when he finished his training in 1858

Image 1 of 6: The bible given to Maketu's first local Anglican minister, Ihaia Te Ahau, when he finished his training in 1858