A place for faith, history and thoughtful enquiry
A distinctive collection of Anglican theology, worship, ecclesiastical law and South Australian history, available to parishioners, researchers and interested visitors by arrangement.
A library for prayer, study and research
The library preserves and shares Christian thought, Anglican worship and local history—from an introduction to the Book of Common Prayer to specialist work in church law and South Australian history.
The online catalogue is continually updated. Visitors are welcome, but access is by appointment so that a volunteer can assist.
What you will find
Bishop Renfrey Memorial Library
A curated collection including many books belonging to Bishop Lionel Edward William Renfrey, alongside works on Anglican theology, prayer and the Book of Common Prayer.
The John Harley Collection
Resources in ecclesiastical law, South Australian history and the Royal Family, assembled for readers seeking depth, context and specialist research material.
Browse, reserve and arrange your visit
Browse online
Search the Librarika catalogue to discover titles and check the developing collection.
Reserve an item
Create a free Librarika account, request membership of Christ Church Library and use the Reserve function.
Arrange access
Contact the Parish Office to book a suitable time. A volunteer will assist you when you arrive.
Areas of particular strength
- Anglican spirituality and the Book of Common Prayer
- Church history and Christian doctrine
- Ecclesiastical law
- South Australian history and Anglican heritage
- The Royal Family and Commonwealth
- Local parish and diocesan history
Before you visit
Can I borrow books?
Some titles may be borrowed, while many specialist or historic works are reference-only and remain onsite. Please confirm the status when arranging your visit.
How do I reserve a book?
Create a free Librarika account, request membership of Christ Church Library, then use the Reserve function in the online catalogue.
Can visitors use the library?
Yes. Parishioners, researchers and interested visitors are welcome by appointment.
Can I donate books?
Enquiries about suitable donations are welcome. Donations are assessed for relevance, condition and available space.
Discover the collection
Begin with the online catalogue, then contact the Parish Office to arrange access or ask about research material.