Articles
Carey’s carvings
Have you heard about the whakairo carvings in Carey Baptist College yet?
2 new lecturers for our college!
Introducing Jonathan Robinson and Emma Stokes, new lecturers at Carey Baptist College!
Welcoming Arotahi: A united focus on Christ
The team at NZBMS are super excited to share some BIG news with us! Discover the new name and next step in our story.
Invercargill Central Baptist ‘Serves the city’
Young and old get involved in authentic worship on a Sunday morning by serving their city.
Manurewa Baptist celebrates Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori
Hear how Manurewa Baptist opened Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori in their church service.
Baptist Women’s Mini Summit 2022!
The Baptist Women’s Mini Summit is coming up! Join online on 14 October, 7:30 – 9:00 pm.
The Elect Lady
In anticipation of the Queen’s visit to New Zealand in early 1954, she made the front cover of the New Zealand Baptist newspaper. A prayer…
You are welcome to Hui 2022
The annual Hui of our churches and faith communities is something special to be part of. What is it and why do we do it?…
Alpha on Sunday mornings?!
Read about how Riccarton Baptist Church replaced their Sunday morning church services with breakfast and the Alpha course.
Good news from Mount Albert Baptist Church
See what happens when one person gets intentional about making connections in their community. Who do we have on the fringes of our church community…
A new chapter for Baptist Registration
Baptist pastors and chaplains have a registration process similar to many other occupations such as teachers, medical practitioners, counselors, electricians, and lawyers.
Connect Baptist Church brings gospel renewal to their neighbourhood.
Julie Osborn, pastor at Connect Baptist Church in Manukau, shares how Connect Baptist's community working bee sparks relationships in their neighbourhood.
Baptist voices at The Justice Conference 2022
The Justice Conference 2022 is just over a week away: Saturday 3 September, and it almost looks like a Baptist NZ event with so many…
Assembly Council update and call for nominations
Here is an update from our Assembly Council who act in a governance role and are responsible for the wellbeing of our movement of faith…
“COVID? Who cares about COVID. Look what is happening to our precious son!”
Kathryn Heslop shares how illness has impacted her son and how the church can genuinely love and care for family members struggling with their health.
Op Shop Encounter
The Doubtless Bay Christian Centre’s Op Shop Encounter project is fully operational after a four-year journey that began with prayer.
5 things parents want you to know in order to help their neurodiverse kids
Jenny Lee, a professional educator who serves in several community roles, including Rotorua Baptist’s Kids Church, shares advice on how the church can support neurodiverse…
Heart and housing in Whangārei
“Here we are, all Baptists, finding a way to help needy people in Aotearoa…” through property ownership, management, and wrap-around care.
How two sponsored children met, fell in love and moved to New Zealand
Danny and Joyce are part of Eastgate Christian Centre. They were both sponsor children in the Philippines and are now both living in Auckland. Hear…
Mentored in pastoral prayer: Roland Browning
Reflections of how a pastor mentored a young person through modelling pastoral prayer and the significance of challenge through discipleship.
Podcasts
What voices are informing us? With Halee and Rui Peng
In this episode, we speak to Halee and Rui Peng, an entrepreneurial couple who are seeking to serve their community through sustainable business, alongside learning…
Questions are OK, right? with Sarah Buckwell
In this episode we talk to Sarah about what it’s like to join a church without having grown up in one and the inevitable questions…
Scott Heslop: The rocket science of being a father
In this episode, Charles Hewlett talks with Scott Heslop who is a rocket engineer. They discuss the pressures that many men face between work and…
Who are we aspiring to be? with Jaimee van Gemerden
In light of the release of the Pathfinding report on the ARISE church, and Jaimee’s own reflections on its implications for the wider church, we…
Education or Formation? with Caleb Haurua
Are we just downloading information into people, or is it about journeying together to be formed in Christlikeness? In this episode Caleb reflects on his…
Becoming cross-shaped people
In the final episode of this season Ken Keyte returns to his working definition of cross-shaped community that he began with, to develop a more…
Cross-shaped community reframes the issue
Learn how a multi-congregational, multi-cultural church responded to the COVID-19 vaccination passes, by reframing this divisive issue around the gospel of Christ. In this episode…
Is this it? With Nicole
As someone who loves Jesus and is following the Spirit’s call to a different way of living, Nicole wonders if church as we know it…
Cross-shaped community forms with prayer
Interview with co-pastors Gareth & Andie Davies. Find out how Kumeu Baptist Church decided to meet for church in a completely different way as they…
What’s this all about? With Cathy and Steven
In this first episode of The Changes Ahead Podcast, your hosts, Cathy and Steven chat together about why this podcast exists, and reflect on their…
Cross-shaped community role models
Hear how Mt Albert Baptist Church in Auckland endeavoured to keep church unity during the divisive COVID-19 vaccination mandates. As Ken Keyte talks with pastor…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 2)
Deepen your understanding of cross-shaped community as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about how imagination, practice, and presence transform us towards the kingdom…
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 1)
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Videos
A strong focus on Jesus
Module 1: Robust leaders have a strong focus on Jesus.This 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Module 2: Robust leaders are emotionally intelligent and self-awareThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help you grow…
Biblical literacy and discipling others
Module 3: Robust leaders are biblically literate and able to disciple othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to…
Holy Spirit-led leadership
Module 4: Robust leaders believe in the power and ongoing work of the Holy SpiritThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Thinking and working strategically
Module 5: Robust leaders are able to think and work strategicallyThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Leading teams and empowering others
Module 6: Robust leaders have the ability to lead teams and empower othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Effecting change and taking risks
Module 7: Robust leaders have the capacity to effect change, and take risks when requiredThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Coping with difference and handling conflict
Module 8: Robust leaders are able to cope with difference and handle conflict situationsThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership…
Committing to Te Tiriti and understanding Te Ao Māori
Module 9: Robust leaders have a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, The Treaty of Waitangi and an understanding of Te Ao MāoriThis 10-module Robust Leadership…
Being Baptist
Module 10: Robust leaders have an appreciation of Baptist ecclesiology, especially church governanceThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Baptist Registration Introduction
In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) and Glenn Melville (Centre for Lifelong Learning), introduce the Baptist Registration process for pastoral leaders, chaplains, ministry/mission…
“I want to be like Jesus. And Jesus gave his life for the church”
Charles Hewlett (our National Leader) believes that robust leadership of Baptist faith communities is absolutely crucial if we are to bring gospel renewal to people…
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Articles
2 new lecturers for our college!
Introducing Jonathan Robinson and Emma Stokes, new lecturers at Carey Baptist College!
You are welcome to Hui 2022
The annual Hui of our churches and faith communities is something special to be part of. What is it and why do we do it?…
Alpha on Sunday mornings?!
Read about how Riccarton Baptist Church replaced their Sunday morning church services with breakfast and the Alpha course.
Good news from Mount Albert Baptist Church
See what happens when one person gets intentional about making connections in their community. Who do we have on the fringes of our church community…
Baptist voices at The Justice Conference 2022
The Justice Conference 2022 is just over a week away: Saturday 3 September, and it almost looks like a Baptist NZ event with so many…
“COVID? Who cares about COVID. Look what is happening to our precious son!”
Kathryn Heslop shares how illness has impacted her son and how the church can genuinely love and care for family members struggling with their health.
How two sponsored children met, fell in love and moved to New Zealand
Danny and Joyce are part of Eastgate Christian Centre. They were both sponsor children in the Philippines and are now both living in Auckland. Hear…
Mentored in pastoral prayer: Roland Browning
Reflections of how a pastor mentored a young person through modelling pastoral prayer and the significance of challenge through discipleship.
Sunday church service turns into free bike fix-up
Sunday mornings aren’t just for sermons and worship songs at Wellington South Baptist Church. See how they partnered with a local bike fix-up/repair/swap charity to…
“I want to be like Jesus. And Jesus gave his life for the church”
Charles Hewlett believes robust leadership of Baptist faith communities is absolutely crucial if we are to bring gospel renewal to people and places in our…
Invitation to share your COVID-19 vaccine beliefs
Christian participants from evangelical churches in New Zealand are being sought to explore their ideas, beliefs and views surrounding the COVID-19 vaccine.
The dream job?
Are you or someone you know looking for a job that is people-facing with global travel, invigorating, rich, and meaningful? This could be it! Come…
We care about racial justice and violence in Ukraine and Myanmar
Baptists care about the state of war, violence, and political unrest in the countries of Ukraine and Myanmar, as well as global racial justice.
Blood is life
We celebrate with Graeme Woodfield, a member of Orakei Baptist Church, for being recognised in the Queens Birthday Honours this year for his service to…
Reconnecting as church: Timeless strategies and bowling a beamer
“How should churches journey with folks who are hurting due to the COVID pandemic as they begin to gather again?”
The gospel and racism
To what extent should we as Christians engage with difficult questions of race and racism? What does the Bible say about race and racism?
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Is Big Good? A MEGA question
Mark Day, a Baptist pastor in Hamilton, reckons with our devotion to ‘bigger is better’, and hopes for revival: “the making of a disparate people…
Rachel and Tiaki talk Matariki: God, family, injustice and tradition
Listen in on two people, Tiaki and Rachel, tangata whenua and tangata Tiriti, chatting about the coming season of Matariki, including the prophet Amos who…
Regional Hui highlights: Otago and Southland
Rachel Murray shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at the Catlins River Ridge Retreat, 26-28 May 2022.
Podcasts
What voices are informing us? With Halee and Rui Peng
In this episode, we speak to Halee and Rui Peng, an entrepreneurial couple who are seeking to serve their community through sustainable business, alongside learning…
Questions are OK, right? with Sarah Buckwell
In this episode we talk to Sarah about what it’s like to join a church without having grown up in one and the inevitable questions…
Scott Heslop: The rocket science of being a father
In this episode, Charles Hewlett talks with Scott Heslop who is a rocket engineer. They discuss the pressures that many men face between work and…
Who are we aspiring to be? with Jaimee van Gemerden
In light of the release of the Pathfinding report on the ARISE church, and Jaimee’s own reflections on its implications for the wider church, we…
Education or Formation? with Caleb Haurua
Are we just downloading information into people, or is it about journeying together to be formed in Christlikeness? In this episode Caleb reflects on his…
Becoming cross-shaped people
In the final episode of this season Ken Keyte returns to his working definition of cross-shaped community that he began with, to develop a more…
Cross-shaped community reframes the issue
Learn how a multi-congregational, multi-cultural church responded to the COVID-19 vaccination passes, by reframing this divisive issue around the gospel of Christ. In this episode…
Is this it? With Nicole
As someone who loves Jesus and is following the Spirit’s call to a different way of living, Nicole wonders if church as we know it…
Cross-shaped community forms with prayer
Interview with co-pastors Gareth & Andie Davies. Find out how Kumeu Baptist Church decided to meet for church in a completely different way as they…
What’s this all about? With Cathy and Steven
In this first episode of The Changes Ahead Podcast, your hosts, Cathy and Steven chat together about why this podcast exists, and reflect on their…
Cross-shaped community role models
Hear how Mt Albert Baptist Church in Auckland endeavoured to keep church unity during the divisive COVID-19 vaccination mandates. As Ken Keyte talks with pastor…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 2)
Deepen your understanding of cross-shaped community as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about how imagination, practice, and presence transform us towards the kingdom…
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 1)
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Videos
A strong focus on Jesus
Module 1: Robust leaders have a strong focus on Jesus.This 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Module 2: Robust leaders are emotionally intelligent and self-awareThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help you grow…
Biblical literacy and discipling others
Module 3: Robust leaders are biblically literate and able to disciple othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to…
Holy Spirit-led leadership
Module 4: Robust leaders believe in the power and ongoing work of the Holy SpiritThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Thinking and working strategically
Module 5: Robust leaders are able to think and work strategicallyThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Leading teams and empowering others
Module 6: Robust leaders have the ability to lead teams and empower othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Effecting change and taking risks
Module 7: Robust leaders have the capacity to effect change, and take risks when requiredThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Coping with difference and handling conflict
Module 8: Robust leaders are able to cope with difference and handle conflict situationsThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership…
Committing to Te Tiriti and understanding Te Ao Māori
Module 9: Robust leaders have a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, The Treaty of Waitangi and an understanding of Te Ao MāoriThis 10-module Robust Leadership…
Being Baptist
Module 10: Robust leaders have an appreciation of Baptist ecclesiology, especially church governanceThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Baptist Registration Introduction
In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) and Glenn Melville (Centre for Lifelong Learning), introduce the Baptist Registration process for pastoral leaders, chaplains, ministry/mission…
“I want to be like Jesus. And Jesus gave his life for the church”
Charles Hewlett (our National Leader) believes that robust leadership of Baptist faith communities is absolutely crucial if we are to bring gospel renewal to people…
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Articles
Welcoming Arotahi: A united focus on Christ
The team at NZBMS are super excited to share some BIG news with us! Discover the new name and next step in our story.
Connect Baptist Church brings gospel renewal to their neighbourhood.
Julie Osborn, pastor at Connect Baptist Church in Manukau, shares how Connect Baptist's community working bee sparks relationships in their neighbourhood.
Op Shop Encounter
The Doubtless Bay Christian Centre’s Op Shop Encounter project is fully operational after a four-year journey that began with prayer.
Heart and housing in Whangārei
“Here we are, all Baptists, finding a way to help needy people in Aotearoa…” through property ownership, management, and wrap-around care.
Change-makers
Dave Tims, Director of UNOH New Zealand, shares how transformation begins with focusing on the people around us. Meeting the needs in our communities doesn’t…
The dream job?
Are you or someone you know looking for a job that is people-facing with global travel, invigorating, rich, and meaningful? This could be it! Come…
We care about racial justice and violence in Ukraine and Myanmar
Baptists care about the state of war, violence, and political unrest in the countries of Ukraine and Myanmar, as well as global racial justice.
Blood is life
We celebrate with Graeme Woodfield, a member of Orakei Baptist Church, for being recognised in the Queens Birthday Honours this year for his service to…
Bubbling with new opportunities
Currently back from Bangladesh, what have Cindy and Ross Meyer been up to, and what’s next for them?
I think I would’ve liked Uncle Eric
He recognised that his faith community was missing an opportunity to be in mutual relationship with a people group that God had created; a people…
Matariki gathers people together
NZBMS has provided a bunch of Matariki resources to help faith communities honour and celebrate the season.
Matariki – a time to look beyond
Matariki is a gift to the Church of Aotearoa. It is a celebration of relationship, acceptance, remembrance, invitation, hospitality, and delight. This is not just…
Benefiting from structures of oppression
As Christians we are called to “learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless and plead the widow’s cause” (Isiah…
Who’s on your fridge? A crucial moment to act
How can we work towards a safer and fairer world for all God’s children? Right now, the New Zealand government is considering legislation that will…
Vaini Village report (Tonga eruption relief)
Working with the Pacific Leadership Forum, NZBMS were able to send NZD$8000 to the village of Vaini on the island of Tongatapu. Through the kind…
Easter Sunday in the megachurch
Before I started to pray, I made a silly mistake: I looked at the Stuff newsfeed. The fourth headline down depicted the demise of another…
Glen Eden and Visionwest Waka Whakakitenga
Visionwest Community Housing addresses the issue of homeless in New Zealand by providing safe, warm, and quality, rental accommodation for low-income families who cannot access…
Imagining a gender equal world: our experience of Women’s History Sunday
Imagining a gender equal world: our experience of Women's History Sunday
Local church made a cheesy Covid safety video (And we love it!)
Pastor Albert Tang at Pakuranga Chinese Baptist Church mentioned on social media: “Just sharing the video we produced for information and clarification for returning to…
God’s hands and feet—Community Chaplaincy
“I value every opportunity to be God’s hands and feet where possible” says Beryl Diack, Community Chaplain of Eastside Baptist Church in Invercargill.
Podcasts
What voices are informing us? With Halee and Rui Peng
In this episode, we speak to Halee and Rui Peng, an entrepreneurial couple who are seeking to serve their community through sustainable business, alongside learning…
Questions are OK, right? with Sarah Buckwell
In this episode we talk to Sarah about what it’s like to join a church without having grown up in one and the inevitable questions…
Scott Heslop: The rocket science of being a father
In this episode, Charles Hewlett talks with Scott Heslop who is a rocket engineer. They discuss the pressures that many men face between work and…
Who are we aspiring to be? with Jaimee van Gemerden
In light of the release of the Pathfinding report on the ARISE church, and Jaimee’s own reflections on its implications for the wider church, we…
Education or Formation? with Caleb Haurua
Are we just downloading information into people, or is it about journeying together to be formed in Christlikeness? In this episode Caleb reflects on his…
Becoming cross-shaped people
In the final episode of this season Ken Keyte returns to his working definition of cross-shaped community that he began with, to develop a more…
Cross-shaped community reframes the issue
Learn how a multi-congregational, multi-cultural church responded to the COVID-19 vaccination passes, by reframing this divisive issue around the gospel of Christ. In this episode…
Is this it? With Nicole
As someone who loves Jesus and is following the Spirit’s call to a different way of living, Nicole wonders if church as we know it…
Cross-shaped community forms with prayer
Interview with co-pastors Gareth & Andie Davies. Find out how Kumeu Baptist Church decided to meet for church in a completely different way as they…
What’s this all about? With Cathy and Steven
In this first episode of The Changes Ahead Podcast, your hosts, Cathy and Steven chat together about why this podcast exists, and reflect on their…
Cross-shaped community role models
Hear how Mt Albert Baptist Church in Auckland endeavoured to keep church unity during the divisive COVID-19 vaccination mandates. As Ken Keyte talks with pastor…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 2)
Deepen your understanding of cross-shaped community as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about how imagination, practice, and presence transform us towards the kingdom…
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 1)
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Videos
A strong focus on Jesus
Module 1: Robust leaders have a strong focus on Jesus.This 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Module 2: Robust leaders are emotionally intelligent and self-awareThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help you grow…
Biblical literacy and discipling others
Module 3: Robust leaders are biblically literate and able to disciple othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to…
Holy Spirit-led leadership
Module 4: Robust leaders believe in the power and ongoing work of the Holy SpiritThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Thinking and working strategically
Module 5: Robust leaders are able to think and work strategicallyThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Leading teams and empowering others
Module 6: Robust leaders have the ability to lead teams and empower othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Effecting change and taking risks
Module 7: Robust leaders have the capacity to effect change, and take risks when requiredThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Coping with difference and handling conflict
Module 8: Robust leaders are able to cope with difference and handle conflict situationsThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership…
Committing to Te Tiriti and understanding Te Ao Māori
Module 9: Robust leaders have a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, The Treaty of Waitangi and an understanding of Te Ao MāoriThis 10-module Robust Leadership…
Being Baptist
Module 10: Robust leaders have an appreciation of Baptist ecclesiology, especially church governanceThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Baptist Registration Introduction
In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) and Glenn Melville (Centre for Lifelong Learning), introduce the Baptist Registration process for pastoral leaders, chaplains, ministry/mission…
“I want to be like Jesus. And Jesus gave his life for the church”
Charles Hewlett (our National Leader) believes that robust leadership of Baptist faith communities is absolutely crucial if we are to bring gospel renewal to people…
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Articles
2 new lecturers for our college!
Introducing Jonathan Robinson and Emma Stokes, new lecturers at Carey Baptist College!
The Elect Lady
In anticipation of the Queen’s visit to New Zealand in early 1954, she made the front cover of the New Zealand Baptist newspaper. A prayer…
A new chapter for Baptist Registration
Baptist pastors and chaplains have a registration process similar to many other occupations such as teachers, medical practitioners, counselors, electricians, and lawyers.
Assembly Council update and call for nominations
Here is an update from our Assembly Council who act in a governance role and are responsible for the wellbeing of our movement of faith…
“I want to be like Jesus. And Jesus gave his life for the church”
Charles Hewlett believes robust leadership of Baptist faith communities is absolutely crucial if we are to bring gospel renewal to people and places in our…
Is Big Good? A MEGA question
Mark Day, a Baptist pastor in Hamilton, reckons with our devotion to ‘bigger is better’, and hopes for revival: “the making of a disparate people…
Regional Hui highlights: Otago and Southland
Rachel Murray shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at the Catlins River Ridge Retreat, 26-28 May 2022.
Regional Hui highlights: Upper South Island
Julie Chamberlain shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at Glenroy Lodge Baptist Camp, Canterbury 25-26 May 2022.
Assembly Council update
This is the May 2022 update from Assembly Council. These will become regular updates letting you know what we're up to, the things we are…
Red-orange-green light: a pastor, a church and unity in Christ
Tim Palmer, Senior Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church shares his journey in a local church as they seek to navigate the vaccination discussion, as they listen…
Has the time come to act?
In this opinion piece Andrew Clark-Howard continues the dialogue on mandates, vaccinations, protests and theology.
The other half of what we owe each other
Andrew Clark-Howard’s assessment of the anti mandate protest (What we owe each other: freedom, protest, and responsibility) draws upon excellent resources from Bonhoeffer on freedom.
What we owe each other: freedom, protest, and responsibility
We’ve all seen it; the images and videos on our screen of people gathering to protest at parliament with a rather bewildering array of placards…
Re-imagining registration
“Managing change” and “learning to pivot” are phrases we’ve become familiar with over the last year. Probably more than we would actually have liked! While…
The End of Life Choice Act: the practicalities
What actually happens in the process of assisted dying? In this article we hear from GP Rebekah Kilpatrick who unpacks the approximately 40 hours of work…
The End of Life Choice Act: being a carer
The caring of a person who has made the choice to end their life through physician assisted dying is now a possibility in New Zealand.…
The End of Life Choice Act: what does faithful Christianity look like?
Assisted dying became legally available on 7 November 2021. Continuing on in this series of articles to resource and support our churches at this time, pastor and scholar Jonathan…
Caring for each other helps in many ways: churches respond to the pandemic
Human beings need many things to survive and to thrive. In addition to our obvious physical needs, self-determination theorists point to three things that are…
Not vaccinated: a pastor’s personal opinion
Simon Williams is a pastor at Kaiapoi Baptist Church. The opinions expressed here are his own. View more opinion on Baptist magazine.
Responding to the #MeToo movement—with a message from Jesus and the Samaritan woman
Is sexual abuse an issue for the church in 21st Century Aotearoa New Zealand? In this long-form article Daphne Marsden, one of our pastor/scholar/authors shares…
Podcasts
What voices are informing us? With Halee and Rui Peng
In this episode, we speak to Halee and Rui Peng, an entrepreneurial couple who are seeking to serve their community through sustainable business, alongside learning…
Questions are OK, right? with Sarah Buckwell
In this episode we talk to Sarah about what it’s like to join a church without having grown up in one and the inevitable questions…
Scott Heslop: The rocket science of being a father
In this episode, Charles Hewlett talks with Scott Heslop who is a rocket engineer. They discuss the pressures that many men face between work and…
Who are we aspiring to be? with Jaimee van Gemerden
In light of the release of the Pathfinding report on the ARISE church, and Jaimee’s own reflections on its implications for the wider church, we…
Education or Formation? with Caleb Haurua
Are we just downloading information into people, or is it about journeying together to be formed in Christlikeness? In this episode Caleb reflects on his…
Becoming cross-shaped people
In the final episode of this season Ken Keyte returns to his working definition of cross-shaped community that he began with, to develop a more…
Cross-shaped community reframes the issue
Learn how a multi-congregational, multi-cultural church responded to the COVID-19 vaccination passes, by reframing this divisive issue around the gospel of Christ. In this episode…
Is this it? With Nicole
As someone who loves Jesus and is following the Spirit’s call to a different way of living, Nicole wonders if church as we know it…
Cross-shaped community forms with prayer
Interview with co-pastors Gareth & Andie Davies. Find out how Kumeu Baptist Church decided to meet for church in a completely different way as they…
What’s this all about? With Cathy and Steven
In this first episode of The Changes Ahead Podcast, your hosts, Cathy and Steven chat together about why this podcast exists, and reflect on their…
Cross-shaped community role models
Hear how Mt Albert Baptist Church in Auckland endeavoured to keep church unity during the divisive COVID-19 vaccination mandates. As Ken Keyte talks with pastor…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 2)
Deepen your understanding of cross-shaped community as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about how imagination, practice, and presence transform us towards the kingdom…
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 1)
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Videos
A strong focus on Jesus
Module 1: Robust leaders have a strong focus on Jesus.This 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Module 2: Robust leaders are emotionally intelligent and self-awareThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help you grow…
Biblical literacy and discipling others
Module 3: Robust leaders are biblically literate and able to disciple othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to…
Holy Spirit-led leadership
Module 4: Robust leaders believe in the power and ongoing work of the Holy SpiritThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Thinking and working strategically
Module 5: Robust leaders are able to think and work strategicallyThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Leading teams and empowering others
Module 6: Robust leaders have the ability to lead teams and empower othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Effecting change and taking risks
Module 7: Robust leaders have the capacity to effect change, and take risks when requiredThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Coping with difference and handling conflict
Module 8: Robust leaders are able to cope with difference and handle conflict situationsThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership…
Committing to Te Tiriti and understanding Te Ao Māori
Module 9: Robust leaders have a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, The Treaty of Waitangi and an understanding of Te Ao MāoriThis 10-module Robust Leadership…
Being Baptist
Module 10: Robust leaders have an appreciation of Baptist ecclesiology, especially church governanceThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Baptist Registration Introduction
In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) and Glenn Melville (Centre for Lifelong Learning), introduce the Baptist Registration process for pastoral leaders, chaplains, ministry/mission…
“I want to be like Jesus. And Jesus gave his life for the church”
Charles Hewlett (our National Leader) believes that robust leadership of Baptist faith communities is absolutely crucial if we are to bring gospel renewal to people…
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Articles
Manurewa Baptist celebrates Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori
Hear how Manurewa Baptist opened Te Wiki O Te Reo Māori in their church service.
Baptist Women’s Mini Summit 2022!
The Baptist Women’s Mini Summit is coming up! Join online on 14 October, 7:30 – 9:00 pm.
5 things parents want you to know in order to help their neurodiverse kids
Jenny Lee, a professional educator who serves in several community roles, including Rotorua Baptist’s Kids Church, shares advice on how the church can support neurodiverse…
You have influence… and your leadership matters
Board Chair of Global Leadership Network New Zealand, Naomi Cowan, is excited about the upcoming GLS One Day Online Experience. Find out more!
3 Golds for NZ Baptists
On Saturday 4th September 2021 at the Australasian Religious Press Association (ARPA) Awards, New Zealand Baptists, through the Baptist magazine, received some great accolades for…
What’s the point?
This article is a transcript of the sermon delivered on Carey Sunday (1 August 2021) by Dr Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament. Find the…
Two Christian views on the proposals against incitement of hatred and discrimination
The New Zealand Government is proposing changes to strengthen and clarify the protection of people from discrimination against aspects of their identity, such as ethnicity,…
Being the (well-washed) hands & feet of Jesus
This is the most exciting time, as we are part of a movement responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in a positive life‑giving way. The history…
Church insurance
Mark Davie explains the aims and benefits of the Baptist Insurance Fund and Brian Brannigan of Trinity Baptist Church shares a cautionary tale about the…
4 benefits of a good accounting system
During this time of economic uncertainty, a modern accounting system is important to provide key and timely information to church leaders. Cameron Fisher of CATAS…
4 benefits of a good accounting system
During this time of economic uncertainty, a modern accounting system is important to provide key and timely information to church leaders. Cameron Fisher of CATAS…
Christian Savings
This year Christian Savings (previously Baptist Savings and Development Society) is celebrating 58 years of partnering with churches.
Effective leadership
Charles Hewlett has been thinking about the effective leaders he has had the opportunity to work alongside. He believes that these leaders make a number of similar…
Meet Andrew Urquhart—Radio/TV announcer
Andrew Urquhart and his wife Johanna attend Māngere Bridge Baptist Church. Andrew is an announcer at Rhema Media, where he co-hosts a radio interview show…
Parihaka reflections: A vision for our country
As part of Hui 2017, delegates watched the documentary film Tatarakihi—Children of Parihaka and were then invited to Parihaka by Te Ātiawa iwi. Here are…
Meet Marina Young—founder of Buttons Project
Marina Young and her husband attend Doubtless Bay Christian Centre. Marina is the founder of Buttons Project, which helps bring awareness to the effects of…
I’m glad you’re not my doctor!
Charles Hewlett and Mike Crudge reflect on the benefits of lifelong learning for Baptist pastors—for the pastors themselves and for the churches they lead.
Why Pākehā need to know who they are: belonging in Aotearoa
Alistair Reese considers the need for Pākehā to understand who they are and how they belong in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Podcasts
What voices are informing us? With Halee and Rui Peng
In this episode, we speak to Halee and Rui Peng, an entrepreneurial couple who are seeking to serve their community through sustainable business, alongside learning…
Questions are OK, right? with Sarah Buckwell
In this episode we talk to Sarah about what it’s like to join a church without having grown up in one and the inevitable questions…
Scott Heslop: The rocket science of being a father
In this episode, Charles Hewlett talks with Scott Heslop who is a rocket engineer. They discuss the pressures that many men face between work and…
Who are we aspiring to be? with Jaimee van Gemerden
In light of the release of the Pathfinding report on the ARISE church, and Jaimee’s own reflections on its implications for the wider church, we…
Education or Formation? with Caleb Haurua
Are we just downloading information into people, or is it about journeying together to be formed in Christlikeness? In this episode Caleb reflects on his…
Becoming cross-shaped people
In the final episode of this season Ken Keyte returns to his working definition of cross-shaped community that he began with, to develop a more…
Cross-shaped community reframes the issue
Learn how a multi-congregational, multi-cultural church responded to the COVID-19 vaccination passes, by reframing this divisive issue around the gospel of Christ. In this episode…
Is this it? With Nicole
As someone who loves Jesus and is following the Spirit’s call to a different way of living, Nicole wonders if church as we know it…
Cross-shaped community forms with prayer
Interview with co-pastors Gareth & Andie Davies. Find out how Kumeu Baptist Church decided to meet for church in a completely different way as they…
What’s this all about? With Cathy and Steven
In this first episode of The Changes Ahead Podcast, your hosts, Cathy and Steven chat together about why this podcast exists, and reflect on their…
Cross-shaped community role models
Hear how Mt Albert Baptist Church in Auckland endeavoured to keep church unity during the divisive COVID-19 vaccination mandates. As Ken Keyte talks with pastor…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 2)
Deepen your understanding of cross-shaped community as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about how imagination, practice, and presence transform us towards the kingdom…
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 1)
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Videos
A strong focus on Jesus
Module 1: Robust leaders have a strong focus on Jesus.This 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Module 2: Robust leaders are emotionally intelligent and self-awareThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help you grow…
Biblical literacy and discipling others
Module 3: Robust leaders are biblically literate and able to disciple othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to…
Holy Spirit-led leadership
Module 4: Robust leaders believe in the power and ongoing work of the Holy SpiritThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Thinking and working strategically
Module 5: Robust leaders are able to think and work strategicallyThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Leading teams and empowering others
Module 6: Robust leaders have the ability to lead teams and empower othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Effecting change and taking risks
Module 7: Robust leaders have the capacity to effect change, and take risks when requiredThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Coping with difference and handling conflict
Module 8: Robust leaders are able to cope with difference and handle conflict situationsThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership…
Committing to Te Tiriti and understanding Te Ao Māori
Module 9: Robust leaders have a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, The Treaty of Waitangi and an understanding of Te Ao MāoriThis 10-module Robust Leadership…
Being Baptist
Module 10: Robust leaders have an appreciation of Baptist ecclesiology, especially church governanceThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Baptist Registration Introduction
In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) and Glenn Melville (Centre for Lifelong Learning), introduce the Baptist Registration process for pastoral leaders, chaplains, ministry/mission…
“I want to be like Jesus. And Jesus gave his life for the church”
Charles Hewlett (our National Leader) believes that robust leadership of Baptist faith communities is absolutely crucial if we are to bring gospel renewal to people…
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Articles
Carey’s carvings
Have you heard about the whakairo carvings in Carey Baptist College yet?
Invercargill Central Baptist ‘Serves the city’
Young and old get involved in authentic worship on a Sunday morning by serving their city.
Women’s History Sunday, 6th March 2022
Featuring two remarkable New Zealand Women: Elinor Thornton and Merrilyn Withers
Lockdown from the perspective of a working Mum
This story was first shared in April 2020.
It’s still good news
Maybe you prefer old-fashioned face-to-face interaction... but you still love getting out your phone or tablet to scroll through social media, video chat, send emails…
The Word made flesh
Christmas means different things to different people. Wendy Joyes explores how artwork has variously portrayed Jesus and his coming as a baby, and what the…
Eyes still firmly fixed on Jesus
There is much important discussion happening about COVID-19 and the future of ministry and mission. Charles Hewlett shares why he thinks it would be a…
Worship 7:9
On Saturday 7th September 2019, more than 300 people gathered to celebrate the diversity of cultures and identity that make up the Northern Baptist Association…
“Finding Strength in the Power of Prayer”
Edmonds Namburi, who has just concluded his time as a Mission Council member, reflects on “Finding Strength in the Power of Prayer”, which is one of the…
Podcasts
What voices are informing us? With Halee and Rui Peng
In this episode, we speak to Halee and Rui Peng, an entrepreneurial couple who are seeking to serve their community through sustainable business, alongside learning…
Questions are OK, right? with Sarah Buckwell
In this episode we talk to Sarah about what it’s like to join a church without having grown up in one and the inevitable questions…
Scott Heslop: The rocket science of being a father
In this episode, Charles Hewlett talks with Scott Heslop who is a rocket engineer. They discuss the pressures that many men face between work and…
Who are we aspiring to be? with Jaimee van Gemerden
In light of the release of the Pathfinding report on the ARISE church, and Jaimee’s own reflections on its implications for the wider church, we…
Education or Formation? with Caleb Haurua
Are we just downloading information into people, or is it about journeying together to be formed in Christlikeness? In this episode Caleb reflects on his…
Becoming cross-shaped people
In the final episode of this season Ken Keyte returns to his working definition of cross-shaped community that he began with, to develop a more…
Cross-shaped community reframes the issue
Learn how a multi-congregational, multi-cultural church responded to the COVID-19 vaccination passes, by reframing this divisive issue around the gospel of Christ. In this episode…
Is this it? With Nicole
As someone who loves Jesus and is following the Spirit’s call to a different way of living, Nicole wonders if church as we know it…
Cross-shaped community forms with prayer
Interview with co-pastors Gareth & Andie Davies. Find out how Kumeu Baptist Church decided to meet for church in a completely different way as they…
What’s this all about? With Cathy and Steven
In this first episode of The Changes Ahead Podcast, your hosts, Cathy and Steven chat together about why this podcast exists, and reflect on their…
Cross-shaped community role models
Hear how Mt Albert Baptist Church in Auckland endeavoured to keep church unity during the divisive COVID-19 vaccination mandates. As Ken Keyte talks with pastor…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 2)
Deepen your understanding of cross-shaped community as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about how imagination, practice, and presence transform us towards the kingdom…
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined (Part 1)
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Videos
A strong focus on Jesus
Module 1: Robust leaders have a strong focus on Jesus.This 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Emotional intelligence and self-awareness
Module 2: Robust leaders are emotionally intelligent and self-awareThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help you grow…
Biblical literacy and discipling others
Module 3: Robust leaders are biblically literate and able to disciple othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to…
Holy Spirit-led leadership
Module 4: Robust leaders believe in the power and ongoing work of the Holy SpiritThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Thinking and working strategically
Module 5: Robust leaders are able to think and work strategicallyThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub to help…
Leading teams and empowering others
Module 6: Robust leaders have the ability to lead teams and empower othersThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist Leadership Hub…
Effecting change and taking risks
Module 7: Robust leaders have the capacity to effect change, and take risks when requiredThis 10-module Robust Leadership Training course has been produced by the Baptist…
Coping with difference and handling conflict
Module 8: Robust leaders are able to cope with difference and handle conflict situationsThis 10-module Robust Leadership Trainin