Nukunonu Church facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Nukunonu Church |
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The arch crosses the main street of the village.
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| 9°11′58.7″S 171°50′57.0″W / 9.199639°S 171.849167°W | |
| Location | Nukunonu |
| Country | Tokelau |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic Church |
The Nukunonu Church is an important religious building for the Catholic Church located on the Nukunonu atoll. Nukunonu is part of Tokelau, which is a territory that belongs to New Zealand. It is found far away in the Pacific Ocean. This church is the main Catholic church in Tokelau. There is another Catholic church on the Fakaofo atoll.
What is the Nukunonu Church?
The Nukunonu Church is a place where people who follow the Catholic faith gather to worship. It is a central part of the community on the Nukunonu atoll. The church helps people practice their religion and provides a place for spiritual guidance.
Where is Tokelau?
Tokelau is a group of small islands in the Pacific Ocean. It is made up of three main atolls: Atafu, Nukunonu, and Fakaofo. An atoll is a ring-shaped coral reef, island, or chain of islands that surrounds a lagoon. Tokelau is a dependent territory of New Zealand, which means New Zealand helps govern it.
How the Church is Organized
The Nukunonu Church follows the Roman or Latin rite, which is a common way of practicing Catholicism. It is part of a special group called the "Mission sui iuris of Tokelau." This means it is a unique mission area within the Catholic Church. It is guided by a special leader called an Ecclesiastical Superior. This leader helps manage the church's activities and supports the people who worship there.
See also
In Spanish: Nukunonu para niños
