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December 7, 2023 | Helen Brereton Channel: 2144749

Unlit Peace candle this Sunday

With the blessing of our Baptist sisters and brothers in Israel and the Palestinian Territories, do not light the Advent Peace candle on Sunday (10…

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December 6, 2023 | Heather Roberts Channel: 2144749

Dreaming of a slave-free Christmas?

Slave labour is in the supply chains of lots of Christmas treats. Here’s some tips to avoid high risk festive food.

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December 5, 2023 | Katie Cuttriss Channel: 2144749

Carey’s SENDing 2023

One of our Pastoral Leadership grads reflects on the three-year formation journey with Carey Baptist College and local Baptist churches.

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December 4, 2023 | Charles Mail Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: Pondering our te Tiriti journey and Scripture

Hearing the aspirations of Baptist Māori, we have so much to be thankful for | Baptisms and dreaming bigger in our local churches | Words…

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December 1, 2023 | Karen Warner Channel: 2144749

An intergenerational conversation

A new podcast mini-series discussing ways to grow meaningful intergenerational relationships where faith can flourish.

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November 30, 2023 | Michelle Ritchie Channel: 2144749

Arotahi Advent prayer guide 2023

Please join us in this global prayer journey from Advent to Epiphany, as we anticipate and proclaim the arrival of the one who brings love,…

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November 29, 2023 | Gayle van Hoffen Channel: 2144749

Empowering children during divorce and separation

“If we want to prepare them for their future, we need to help them adequately process their present reality”.

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November 27, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: Our stories

Most weeks, I hear a story of gospel renewal from within our Baptist family. Last week, I heard of four things I'm keen to share…

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November 24, 2023 | Baptist NZ Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023: Election results

The 2023 election results for President roles, Assembly Council, Mission Council, Carey Baptist College Board, and the Baptist Women’s Board.

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November 23, 2023 | Grant Harris Channel: 2144749

50 years of Asia-Pacific Baptists uniting

What have our two New Zealand Baptist representatives been celebrating in Singapore?

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November 22, 2023 | Greg Knowles Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023: Community Impact Day

Takeaways from a pre-Hui day helping Baptist charitable trusts navigate the next growth phase as they seek to utilise their trust to touch lives and…

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November 20, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: New inspiration

What did people say about Hui? The challenge to journey with our young people, more inspiring hang outs, Christine - my new EA, our church…

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Opinion
November 16, 2023 | Mike Crudge Channel: 2144749

Church Life Survey: first response

As the national Church Life Survey data has been released this week, we begin to share our response and engagement with it.

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Opinion
November 11, 2023 | Robert Davidson Channel: 2144749

Pondering: The historical context for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

This opinion piece provides some historical context and views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as well as some resources.

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November 5, 2023 | Baptist NZ Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023 in photos | 3

Here's a snapshot of what went down at the Baptist National Hui 2023 on Friday night and Saturday!

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November 3, 2023 | Baptist NZ Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023 in photos | 2

Here's a snapshot of what went down at the Baptist National Hui 2023 on Thursday night and Friday!

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November 2, 2023 | Baptist NZ Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023 in photos | 1

Here's a snapshot of what went down at the Baptist National Hui 2023 on Thursday!

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October 30, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: God in our Hui

In humility and unity, may we get lost in God’s bigness, comforted by his presence, and courageous in our decision making.

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Opinion
October 26, 2023 | Kevin Robertson Channel: 2144749

Salt of the earth: The birthday

I’m still challenged by my friend’s obedience to the ‘go’ from his Father. This was the reason for our season of friendship. Where is your…

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October 24, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: We are Christ’s church

As we head toward National Hui, it is important that we acknowledge we are Christ's church and call out for his help - that we…

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December 4, 2023 | Charles Mail Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: Pondering our te Tiriti journey and Scripture

Hearing the aspirations of Baptist Māori, we have so much to be thankful for | Baptisms and dreaming bigger in our local churches | Words…

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December 1, 2023 | Karen Warner Channel: 2144749

An intergenerational conversation

A new podcast mini-series discussing ways to grow meaningful intergenerational relationships where faith can flourish.

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November 27, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: Our stories

Most weeks, I hear a story of gospel renewal from within our Baptist family. Last week, I heard of four things I'm keen to share…

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November 20, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: New inspiration

What did people say about Hui? The challenge to journey with our young people, more inspiring hang outs, Christine - my new EA, our church…

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Opinion
November 16, 2023 | Mike Crudge Channel: 2144749

Church Life Survey: first response

As the national Church Life Survey data has been released this week, we begin to share our response and engagement with it.

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November 5, 2023 | Baptist NZ Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023 in photos | 3

Here's a snapshot of what went down at the Baptist National Hui 2023 on Friday night and Saturday!

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News
November 3, 2023 | Baptist NZ Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023 in photos | 2

Here's a snapshot of what went down at the Baptist National Hui 2023 on Thursday night and Friday!

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November 2, 2023 | Baptist NZ Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023 in photos | 1

Here's a snapshot of what went down at the Baptist National Hui 2023 on Thursday!

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October 30, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: God in our Hui

In humility and unity, may we get lost in God’s bigness, comforted by his presence, and courageous in our decision making.

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Opinion
October 26, 2023 | Kevin Robertson Channel: 2144749

Salt of the earth: The birthday

I’m still challenged by my friend’s obedience to the ‘go’ from his Father. This was the reason for our season of friendship. Where is your…

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October 24, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: We are Christ’s church

As we head toward National Hui, it is important that we acknowledge we are Christ's church and call out for his help - that we…

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October 19, 2023 | Geraldine Crudge Channel: 2144749

A mechanism to ensure our people and places are safe (pre-Hui read: Big Bite 3)

When it comes to ensuring our people and places are safe: “is our ecclesiology [how we do church] fit for purpose in 2023?”

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October 19, 2023 | Kelly Enright Channel: 2144749

The morning after (pre-Hui read: Arotahi)

“…it’s time to check in on the steps we have made together.” One year on from the launch of Arotahi!

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October 19, 2023 | Peter Crow and Wayne Schache Channel: 2144749

A new way of making decisions together (pre-Hui read: Big Bite 2)

Take a look at why we’re reconsidering the structural foundations for the way we as Baptists interact and make decisions together.

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October 19, 2023 | Ethan Miller Channel: 2144749

He Rito: The future of the church (pre-Hui read: Our young people)

“One of the greatest roles of God’s people is passing the torch of faith from one generation to the next.”

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October 19, 2023 | Luke Kaa-Morgan Channel: 2144749

He Koronga Maatou – We have a dream (pre-Hui read: Baptist Māori)

"...to see all Māori become lifelong followers of Jesus, flourishing and positively transforming their whānau, community and the world in which we live".

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October 18, 2023 | John Tucker Channel: 2144749

A Baptist way to make decisions (pre-Hui read: Big Bites 1-4)

“As Baptist churches, how do we make decisions? Or, more importantly, how should we make decisions? What does the Bible say?”

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October 17, 2023 | Charles Hewlett & Wayne Schache Channel: 2144749

An alignment of our assets for gospel renewal (pre-Hui read: Big Bite 4)

"For us to bring renewal to people and places we must wisely steward the many wonderful gifts God has entrusted to us."

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October 16, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Charles Mail: Courageous decisions

Praying for our farmers, introducing Christine Stride! - newly appointed Executive Assistant to our Baptist National Leader, gathering with the Māori governance rōpu...

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October 12, 2023 | Christa McKirland Channel: 2144749

A posture of humility for difficult conversations (pre-Hui read: Big Bite 1)

“The Triune God of grace has brought us into the divine family and, in humility, has invited us to collaborate in the ministry of reconciliation…

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December 6, 2023 | Heather Roberts Channel: 2144749

Dreaming of a slave-free Christmas?

Slave labour is in the supply chains of lots of Christmas treats. Here’s some tips to avoid high risk festive food.

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November 23, 2023 | Grant Harris Channel: 2144749

50 years of Asia-Pacific Baptists uniting

What have our two New Zealand Baptist representatives been celebrating in Singapore?

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November 22, 2023 | Greg Knowles Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023: Community Impact Day

Takeaways from a pre-Hui day helping Baptist charitable trusts navigate the next growth phase as they seek to utilise their trust to touch lives and…

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Opinion
November 11, 2023 | Robert Davidson Channel: 2144749

Pondering: The historical context for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

This opinion piece provides some historical context and views on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as well as some resources.

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Articles
October 19, 2023 | Kelly Enright Channel: 2144749

The morning after (pre-Hui read: Arotahi)

“…it’s time to check in on the steps we have made together.” One year on from the launch of Arotahi!

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October 10, 2023 | Beulah Wood Channel: 2144749

Olwyn Dickson (nee Brown) Born 1940

Her creativity shone in designing celebrations, the women’s organisations that were active in the late 20th century, and her international women’s work with the Baptist…

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August 3, 2023 | Charis Fotheringham Channel: 2144749

Help modern slavery law get cracking this week.

We invite you to sign the open letter calling the government to stop delaying modern slavery legislation.

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July 27, 2023 | Lisa Woolley, Judy Matai’a, Fred Astle, Emma Stokes and Michael Rhodes Channel: 2144749

The housing and cost of living crisis: Understanding issues and responses

In this Carey Conversation recording we hear from leaders at Visionwest Waka Whakakitenga as we seek to better understand the scope of this crisis and…

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July 13, 2023 | Beulah Wood Channel: 2144749

Anne Turley (nee Churcher)

Anne Turley was the first paid, full-time, woman Pastoral Assistant in the Wellington Baptist Association. That proved to be one of several preludes to her…

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July 7, 2023 | Kerry Brewerton Channel: 2144749

Venison distributed across North Canterbury

Nearly a ton of free meat was given out through Rangiora Baptist Church’s community trust.

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July 4, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Update from Norway: Highlight of Day 1

Currently our National Leader, Charles Hewlett, is in Norway representing us at the Baptist World Alliance gathering. Day 1 highlight: the four mission fields...

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June 20, 2023 | Jo Hood Channel: 2144749

Curious: Saltiness or fruitfulness

What's the difference? Jo shares stories of salt and fruit in ministry.

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June 8, 2023 | Kelly Enright Channel: 2144749

A hand—carved placement

With our 3-6 month global placements, you can use your God-given skills for good alongside our overseas partners. Check out our placement list!

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June 2, 2023 | Beulah Wood Channel: 2144749

Nell Jones (née Helen Gillanders) 1898–1975

Nell learned the Bru language and gave the first known sermon in Bru language. She followed that with Scripture translation and hymns.

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May 26, 2023 | Kelly Enright Channel: 2144749

Flex your missional muscles with CareyLocal!

Be formed for your role in God's mission with CareyLocal - study FREE next semester with a group of 10 friends from your faith community!

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May 23, 2023 | Jo Hood Channel: 2144749

Curious: Needed and known

How can we make it easier for families to connect into a new space?

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May 9, 2023 | Mellissa Powell and Morgan Theakston Channel: 2144749

Not just waiting for modern slavery law

2023 marks the 10th anniversary of the Rana Plaza collapse. Here’s what we can do to prevent these supply chain disasters in the gap of…

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April 27, 2023 | Roi Nu Maran Channel: 2144749

Why should we pray for an imprisoned pastor in Myanmar?

Roi Nu Maran, pastor at Waiheke Island Baptist Church, is from Myanmar and is Kachin. She calls us to pray for a prominent Baptist leader…

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April 18, 2023 | Jo Hood Channel: 2144749

Curious: Flourishing or floundering

In this new monthly column!: What does witness look like in a team with a community-facing connection point?

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April 1, 2023 | Catharina Siraa Channel: 2144749

Are you sleepwalking in your faith?

Baptist churches nationwide invite congregants to wear pyjamas to church on Sunday, 16 April 2023, for a gold coin donation.

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December 5, 2023 | Katie Cuttriss Channel: 2144749

Carey’s SENDing 2023

One of our Pastoral Leadership grads reflects on the three-year formation journey with Carey Baptist College and local Baptist churches.

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November 24, 2023 | Baptist NZ Channel: 2144749

Hui 2023: Election results

The 2023 election results for President roles, Assembly Council, Mission Council, Carey Baptist College Board, and the Baptist Women’s Board.

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Articles
October 19, 2023 | Geraldine Crudge Channel: 2144749

A mechanism to ensure our people and places are safe (pre-Hui read: Big Bite 3)

When it comes to ensuring our people and places are safe: “is our ecclesiology [how we do church] fit for purpose in 2023?”

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Articles
October 19, 2023 | Peter Crow and Wayne Schache Channel: 2144749

A new way of making decisions together (pre-Hui read: Big Bite 2)

Take a look at why we’re reconsidering the structural foundations for the way we as Baptists interact and make decisions together.

He Rito: The future of the church (pre-Hui read: Our young people) Image
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October 19, 2023 | Ethan Miller Channel: 2144749

He Rito: The future of the church (pre-Hui read: Our young people)

“One of the greatest roles of God’s people is passing the torch of faith from one generation to the next.”

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October 19, 2023 | Luke Kaa-Morgan Channel: 2144749

He Koronga Maatou – We have a dream (pre-Hui read: Baptist Māori)

"...to see all Māori become lifelong followers of Jesus, flourishing and positively transforming their whānau, community and the world in which we live".

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Articles
October 18, 2023 | John Tucker Channel: 2144749

A Baptist way to make decisions (pre-Hui read: Big Bites 1-4)

“As Baptist churches, how do we make decisions? Or, more importantly, how should we make decisions? What does the Bible say?”

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October 14, 2023 | Brendan Donnell Channel: 2144749

Pondering: A response to ‘Governance of our tribe’

“Using a bird sanctuary as a metaphor for the church, I can’t help but feel there is still a pecking order for access at our…

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September 14, 2023 | Glenn Melville Channel: 2144749

The development of our External Supervision Support for church leaders

To improve the safe and ethical practices in Baptist churches, much has been happening in the leadership development space…

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September 12, 2023 | Catharina Siraa Channel: 2144749

Help determine the mind of Christ for our collective of churches

Every local church votes for our governing representatives at the Annual National Hui in November. Prepare for your church’s vote by reading the profiles of…

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Education
September 6, 2023 | Neil Baker Channel: 2144749

My supervision experience

“We do not learn from experience. We learn by reflecting on experience.”

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August 17, 2023 | Kathryn Heslop Channel: 2144749

People centred leadership: Conclusion

When I consider the characteristics unpacked in this series, I can’t help but return to the life of Jesus. Jesus was centred on people.

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August 9, 2023 | Kathryn Heslop Channel: 2144749

People centred leadership: Partnering

Leaders today, if you need to grasp one thing, it is this: our greatest strength does not come from the individual, but from the collective.

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July 17, 2023 | Catharina Siraa Channel: 2144749

“Excuse me, are you the President?”

Nominations are currently open for the role of President of the Baptist Union of New Zealand. What is this role, and who could be nominated?

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July 13, 2023 | Kathryn Heslop Channel: 2144749

People centred leadership: Honouring

God instructs us to honour and respect all people. To treat them with high esteem, to show consideration toward them, and to grasp how truly…

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July 6, 2023 | Catharina Siraa Channel: 2144749

Why do people want to be on our Assembly Council?

With nominations now open for our governing group (Assembly Council), we find out what is involved, and why some current members want to be part…

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July 5, 2023 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Update from Norway: Highlights of Day 2

The work of Te Hāhi Iriiri o Aotearoa applauded at the Baptist World Alliance gathering for the Resolution on Dignity and Justice for Indigenous Peoples…

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June 14, 2023 | Kathryn Heslop Channel: 2144749

People centred leadership: Attentive

Be attentive to the good in the lives of those around you and show appreciation for it. For there is perhaps no greater motivator than…

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June 7, 2023 | Kathryn Heslop Channel: 2144749

People centred leadership: Inclusive

Diversity is a gift that enables us to develop and grow, to challenge our ideas and rethink our positions.

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May 31, 2023 | Kathryn Heslop Channel: 2144749

People centred leadership: Responsive

Responsive leadership requires us to first understand the needs of those we lead, and then to lead in a way that actively seeks to meet…

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November 30, 2023 | Michelle Ritchie Channel: 2144749

Arotahi Advent prayer guide 2023

Please join us in this global prayer journey from Advent to Epiphany, as we anticipate and proclaim the arrival of the one who brings love,…

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Articles
November 29, 2023 | Gayle van Hoffen Channel: 2144749

Empowering children during divorce and separation

“If we want to prepare them for their future, we need to help them adequately process their present reality”.

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Articles
October 17, 2023 | Charles Hewlett & Wayne Schache Channel: 2144749

An alignment of our assets for gospel renewal (pre-Hui read: Big Bite 4)

"For us to bring renewal to people and places we must wisely steward the many wonderful gifts God has entrusted to us."

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Education
September 14, 2023 | Grant Harris Channel: 2144749

Whakapapa | How to introduce your family

Here’s some te reo Māori to try today…

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Education
September 11, 2023 | Grant Harris Channel: 2144749

Karakia Tīmata | Opening Prayer

Here’s some te reo Māori to try today…

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September 7, 2023 | Andrew Meek Channel: 2144749

Student accommodation: Chester House – Christchurch Central

If you or someone you know is moving to Christchurch to study, Chester House provides a great place for students to call home.

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September 4, 2023 | Alan Jamieson Channel: 2144749

From Ropeholders to Whiria Kids

A proposal for the relaunch of Ropeholders, a programme weaving children into God's work in the world.

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September 1, 2023 | Helen Futter Channel: 2144749

Empowered to be compassionate consumers

A new short 2-hour course called Compassionate Consumerism looks at human slavery and its history, Bible teaching on the topic, and practical exercises to help…

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August 30, 2023 | Catharina Siraa Channel: 2144749

BYM Hui, Chaplains Day, Missions Day, Community Ministries Day

Our Baptist National Hui is the anchor point of the annual rhythm for Baptists. Each year there are events that occur before the Hui –…

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August 24, 2023 | Dan Mazengarb Channel: 2144749

Good governance and fruitful stewardship

Our local church elders groups and boards have a huge and complex job. Christian Savings is hosting three day-long conferences to help resource and support…

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August 24, 2023 | Geoff Dixon Channel: 2144749

Student accommodation: Baptist Student Hostel – Palmerston North

If you or someone you know is moving to Palmerston North to study, BSH (Baptist Student Hostel) offers a great Christian environment for students.

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August 15, 2023 | Marina and Peter Young Channel: 2144749

Hope & healing for men after abortion

Marina and Peter Young of Windsor Park Baptist Church provide compassion and support for those impacted by abortion. They want others to be aware of…

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July 31, 2023 | Chris Berry Channel: 2144749

Update: The next property in our college’s unfolding story

Our college site in Penrose is no longer suited to our future training and formation needs. The site is for sale and we are seeking…

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July 14, 2023 | Helen Brereton Channel: 2144749

Reviewing the ethics of our leaders

Did you know our pastors, chaplains, kaiārahi Māori, and ministry and mission leaders have ethical principles and guidelines they commit to upholding? These are being…

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April 17, 2023 | Kelly Enright Channel: 2144749

Arotahi has overseas donor status!

Arotahi can now offer charitable receipts on most qualifying donations! Check out how to take advantage and get a 33% tax rebate.

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April 11, 2023 | Reti Ah-Voa Channel: 2144749

Fundraising update – Northern flood relief

How much have we raised, where has it gone, and how can those impacted access the Northern Flood/Cyclone Response Fund?

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March 30, 2023 | Glenn Melville Channel: 2144749

Christian Social Entrepreneurship

Bruce and Ann Borquist are passionate about community development. In April they are going to be sharing what they have learnt about Christian Social Entrepreneurship.

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March 26, 2023 | Heather Roberts Channel: 2144749

Looking for child-labour-free Easter chocolate?

Around 20% of the world’s cocoa is produced by children. Here are some tips for child-labour-free chocolate this Easter.

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March 21, 2023 | Martyn Barrett and Raewyn Moodie Channel: 2144749

A holiday gem for Baptists

Here's in on a gold getaway location for your church and leaders

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March 16, 2023 | Heather Roberts Channel: 2144749

A slave-free Easter

Lovers of chocolate (or not), here’s a great Easter activity for your faith communities to raise awareness around slave labour and share slave-free chocolate eggs…

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October 3, 2023 | Olwyn Dickson Channel: 2144749

Global Worship Service 2023

Ladies, an invite to connect with Baptist women worldwide in joint worship and prayer next month.

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September 21, 2023 | Marion Coote Channel: 2144749

Prophetic art workshop

Some of the crew at Lifepoint Baptist Church unleash their creative side at a prophetic art workshop run by Grace Bailey.

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June 15, 2023 | Paul Cossey Channel: 2144749

Pentecost Sunday Motueka style

The overwhelming feeling was one of unity between the churches…

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April 9, 2023 | Colleen Hutchinson, Tha Boe Kyaw, Sue & Roger Wilks, & Tom Gower Channel: 2144749

Easter Sunday

He is risen!! Today a multitude of people around the world will recognise the coming back to life of Jesus Christ. Read about what a…

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April 7, 2023 | Andrew Maude & Jody Kilpatrick Channel: 2144749

Good Friday

Today a multitude of people on the planet will recognise the death of Jesus Christ and the Easter story. Here is how a couple of…

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December 25, 2022 | Ravi Musuku Channel: 2144749

Christmas Day message from the President

Happy Christmas Day to our New Zealand Baptist whānau from the President of the Baptist Union of New Zealand: Ravi Musuku.

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November 10, 2022 | Martin Baldwin Channel: 2144749

Advent partners: Feilding Baptist Church and CBM

See what Feilding Baptist Church has done for Advent the last two years, and how your church can do it too.

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September 30, 2022 | Nicola Mountfort Channel: 2144749

Carey’s carvings

Have you heard about the whakairo carvings in Carey Baptist College yet?

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September 21, 2022 | Keith Harrington Channel: 2144749

Invercargill Central Baptist ‘Serves the city’

Young and old get involved in authentic worship on a Sunday morning by serving their city.

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February 15, 2022 | Beulah Wood Channel: 2144749

Women’s History Sunday, 6th March 2022

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