Three Ngongotaha churches held an inter-denominational procession on Good Friday to commemorate the crucifixion of Jesus.
Members from Ngongotaha's Oasis, St Barnabas and Trinity churches took part in the seventh Procession of Witness parade on Friday, with about 50 people in attendance.
A large wooden cross from Trinity Church was passed around to various people during the 2km walk to re-enact the moments before Christ died.
The procession started at the Scout/Guide Hall and went through the village and ended at Trinity Church, where there was a brief service and prayers.
Ngongotaha's Alison Lamberton said she had taken part in the procession since it started.
"Easter is such a significant date for Christians," she said. "The procession itself is very powerful and can get quite emotional."
She said the event was great for bringing the community together.
"People join in along the way and people come out to watch," she said.
"It is great that the community gets right behind it."
Ngongotaha's Paul Schlee took part in the parade for the first time on Friday.
"It is great to have taken part in the parade. I feel like part of the community," he said.
"I would encourage more people to take part next year."
Churches cross paths in unity
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