The transitional cathedral is now open to the public, and looks wonderful.
Inside the new cathedral
It’s light and simple and the cardboard tubes give it lovely lines. I like it and I think most people will too. It’s so good to finally have the construction fences around it removed.
There was a sign saying that tonight’s concert has sold out. I’d hoped to buy some small gifts from the shop, but it wasn’t open. Apparently there’s been a delay in getting internet access, so their tills aren’t yet working. It should be open early next week, but I won’t be here then!
“Our cardboard church is looking great
and definitely worth the wait.”
Ruth's Reflections 
I can remember the sarcasm by Radio Hosts, boohooed a cardboard cathedral, but I knew it would be wonderful.. and from that photograph its looks stunning.. I was for it from the start, its different from the old, but you need something in its place and hope its there for a long time. thank you for sharing it with us.. I know it cant take the place of the magnificent stone cathedral but… think positive..
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I think this new building could serve the city for a long time – they say it will last 50 years. I hope to see the old cathedral left as a memorial ruin.
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This is wonderful news. I am really looking forward to my first visit. I would like the old cathedral to be a memorial ruin too.
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I hope you have a chance to visit soon, although I suspect it may be quite busy for a while. There were only a couple of people in there when I visited, presumably because people haven’t yet realised that it’s open.
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Yes, I knew it would be open for the concerts but I was not sure when the public would be allowed to wander in.
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This is so beautiful Ruth. It’s a tribute to creativity, flexibility and innovation. Thank you for this post; once again I appreciate being kept in touch with what is happening in Christchurch, the city reborn.
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It is really beautiful, and so good to have an attractive new building in the central city. May many more follow soon.
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From the photo this church has the look and feel of what is needed for distressed Christchurch people.
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There’s a strong need for something that is new, safe, and attractive in the inner city.
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