Articles
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!
People centred leadership: Inclusive
Diversity is a gift that enables us to develop and grow, to challenge our ideas and rethink our positions.
Charles Mail: The Mainland is awesome
Our National Leader's update: A great time in the south, a mentor remembered, background comms development, youth update, 'mana', prayer, and people centred leadership.
Pondering: Governance of our tribe
"In my opinion, our Assembly Council must have the diversity ‘around the table’ that reflects the future we strive to imagine for the Baptist ‘tribe’…
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.
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…
Charles Mail: Ever-present God
When are you closest to God? Where are you? What are you doing?
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!
Salt of the earth: Grandpa
Kev the Rev's column shares stories of salty people, inspiring us to imagine something we haven't thought of before, or helping us taste something differently.
People centred leadership: Attuned
Being attuned to another means that we can truly empathise with that person. We see them, we tune into their emotions, we seek to understand…
Curious: Needed and known
How can we make it easier for families to connect into a new space?
Charles Mail: The people in your week
I've seen Colossians 1:29 (I work and struggle so hard, depending on Christ's mighty power that works within me) outlived, and I have come to…
You gotta see this!
The Way of the Raukura landed on the harmony of people of every race standing together in such a way that we did stand together…
Updraft: A ‘laying-down’ culture
Love and willingness to lay things down must become our way of doing things.
People centred leadership: Introduction
No longer do we rely on the knowledge and expertise of the leader to confidently direct the best course of action. Instead, we pivot towards…
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
Charles Mail: The Spirit of God is active!
Our Baptist National Leader keeps us posted on the happenings in faith communities across Aotearoa.
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…
WAY2GO – A children’s ministry training event coming near you!
Connect and discuss the key foundations of our ministry with children and their families.
Centre for Lifelong Learning Celebrates 7th Birthday!
To celebrate, Lifelong Learning is giving away the resource “Focus on prayer: Learning to talk to God when you’re suffering, or angry, or furious, or…
Podcasts
Does your church count? Getting involved in the Church Life Survey
We’re getting down to the numbers… Do you count? In this episode Wayne and Catharina talk about statistics, including a conversation with Mike Crudge, Communications…
A youth pastor’s experience of serving Rainbow Youth, with Zach Bartley
We’re invited to listen in to one youth pastor’s experience of serving and working alongside Rainbow Youth at youth group. How has this work changed…
Can you help me find the _________ policy?
A flood...of policy review. New documents now available on the Baptist intranet for local faith communities. In this 6-minute episode, Catharina answers calls from around…
Challenging assumptions with Emma Stokes
Nicola Mountfort, Carey Field Education and Internships Lead, talks with Emma Stokes, a lecturer in Bible and Mission at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Emma’s…
Feminism is good for everyone, with Jaimee van Gemerden
What lenses do we bring to reading scripture? What are we missing by not considering the lenses different people bring to it? Jaimee offers us…
Surprising connections with Jonathan Robinson
John Tucker talks with Jonathan Robinson, a lecturer in the New Testament at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Jonathan's recently published book on the Gospel…
David King: I am loved
David has had a career in public policy, with over 30 years of experience in this space, including in child care and protection. Kathryn talks…
Deconstruction as an act of love, with Kenneth Fleck
The word deconstruction within Christian circles can often have negative connotations. Kenneth encourages us, out of his story of living abroad in some really challenging…
H&S: Checking a box or our Christian responsibility?
Is keeping people safe just a legal checkbox, or do we have a Christian responsibility to do so? In this 6-minute episode Wayne and Catharina…
Just Discipleship with Michael Rhodes
John Tucker talks with Michael Rhodes, a lecturer in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College. Michael recently completed a book called Just Discipleship: Biblical Justice…
Discipleship in a post-pandemic world
What does it look like to be a disciple after experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic? What does it mean to be the church in light of…
Escaping religious fundamentalism, with Lindy Jacomb
In this episode, we listen to Lindy’s story of leaving a high-demand religious context. We get to hear what that process was like; the trauma…
Sexual well-being, with Jo Robertson
What does healthy sexuality look like? What are some of the challenges for people in faith-based contexts in this area? How can we celebrate the…
Creativity, Justice and the Kingdom, with Andy Dickson
We’re joined by fellow podcast host Andy Dickson from ‘Down to Earth Conversations’, who gives us an incredible vision for the simplicity of bringing a…
Answering your questions
Some brilliant questions about discipleship have come in! Caleb answers them in this episode.
Women and holy discontent, with Grace Doak
To acknowledge International Women’s Day, in a vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Grace talks about her journey following holy discontent into places of leadership and invites…
Merrilyn Withers: Loving youth
Charles and Kathryn talk to the rockstar and legend in our Baptist movement, Merrilyn Withers. Serving the youth in our movement for over 40 years,…
Kelly Burgess: Child development and legacy
Kathryn talks with Kelly Burgess, Church Engagement Manager for Tearfund. Kelly has attended Eastgate Christian Centre, a Baptist church in Auckland, for over 24 years.…
Fiona Warring: This is not the end of my story
Charles Hewlett talks with Fiona Warring, a 45-year-old New Zealand Baptist living with terminal cancer. She's married to Mike, and they have three children. He…
Communal politics and meaningful connections, with Jess McKnight
We start this new season hearing from Jess about her experience with politics as a Youth MP and how that impacts her view of faith…
The strengths-based disciple with Wilson Chan
Caleb chats with Wilson Chan, Strength Finders Coach, about what it means to be a strengths-based disciple.
Strengthening our eldership team (Better Church Elders 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more? Charles Hewlett talks…
Maintaining healthy eldership relationships (Better Church Elders 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid? Charles Hewlett talks to Jonny Weir about maintaining…
The mental-emotional healthy disciple with Tash Ellis
Caleb discusses mental-emotional health as a disciple of Jesus with Tash Ellis, a counsellor and facilitator of Soul Tour.
Videos
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
Spectacular Jesus
When was the last time New Zealand Baptists wept?Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything…
Spectacular Calling
Why is it worth giving your life to Christian ministry? Presented by John Tucker. As Principal of Carey Baptist College, John leads the college. With…
Spectacular Church
"This is what the Lord says - he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the…
Spectacular Youth
Young people want to belong; in what ways do you think our churches help and hinder this belonging?"A new command I give you: Love one…
Spectacular Future
How do we best pass on the leadership baton?"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set and example for the…
Spectacular Power
The Spirit God is at work among the marginalised in our local neighbourhoods. What keeps us from seeing how the marginalised are both recipients of…
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…
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…
“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…
Articles
Charles Mail: The Mainland is awesome
Our National Leader's update: A great time in the south, a mentor remembered, background comms development, youth update, 'mana', prayer, and people centred leadership.
Charles Mail: Ever-present God
When are you closest to God? Where are you? What are you doing?
Salt of the earth: Grandpa
Kev the Rev's column shares stories of salty people, inspiring us to imagine something we haven't thought of before, or helping us taste something differently.
Charles Mail: The people in your week
I've seen Colossians 1:29 (I work and struggle so hard, depending on Christ's mighty power that works within me) outlived, and I have come to…
You gotta see this!
The Way of the Raukura landed on the harmony of people of every race standing together in such a way that we did stand together…
Updraft: A ‘laying-down’ culture
Love and willingness to lay things down must become our way of doing things.
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
Charles Mail: The Spirit of God is active!
Our Baptist National Leader keeps us posted on the happenings in faith communities across Aotearoa.
Updraft: Changing our culture
Culture impacts us in ways we are often unaware of, so when we talk about change, we must also talk about culture.
Getting to know…Shelley Motu’āpuaka
This week we are getting to know Shelley Motu'āpuaka, Chair of the Northern Baptist Association and recently called Sole Pastor at Whangārei Baptist Church.
The Way of the Raukura – A Parihaka Musical
This must-see musical takes the stage at Auckland's Bruce Mason Centre from May 18-21! Here's how it came about...
Easter Camps: on now!
Our four Easter Camps around the country are in full swing. Please pray for all the young people present...
Getting to know…Jan Ozanne
Get to know Jan Ozanne, Family Pastor at Ōtūmoetai Baptist Church and Children and Families coach for the Bay of Plenty & Eastland Baptist Association.
Charles Mail: God at work among us
Our Baptist National Leader keeps us posted on the happenings in faith communities across Aotearoa.
Who do we invite into our spaces?
Catharina reflects on an unconventional museum project and the accessibility of our spaces.
CREW NEEDED: Volunteer at Easter Camps
Can you help? Easter Camps are an incredibly important part of what New Zealand Baptists do. They are camps, at Easter, for young people, and…
Charles Mail: Whakawhanaungatanga
Our Baptist National Leader keeps us posted on the happenings in faith communities across Aotearoa.
Updraft: 2023 will be different
Column by Rick Pierce reproduced from the Northern Baptist Association ‘Northern Lights’ e-newsletter.
Charles Mail: Inspiring leaders
Our Baptist National Leader keeps us posted on the happenings in faith communities across Aotearoa.
Eastview Electronic Junk Project steps in
A Community Service Day doesn't go to plan...
Podcasts
Does your church count? Getting involved in the Church Life Survey
We’re getting down to the numbers… Do you count? In this episode Wayne and Catharina talk about statistics, including a conversation with Mike Crudge, Communications…
A youth pastor’s experience of serving Rainbow Youth, with Zach Bartley
We’re invited to listen in to one youth pastor’s experience of serving and working alongside Rainbow Youth at youth group. How has this work changed…
Can you help me find the _________ policy?
A flood...of policy review. New documents now available on the Baptist intranet for local faith communities. In this 6-minute episode, Catharina answers calls from around…
Challenging assumptions with Emma Stokes
Nicola Mountfort, Carey Field Education and Internships Lead, talks with Emma Stokes, a lecturer in Bible and Mission at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Emma’s…
Feminism is good for everyone, with Jaimee van Gemerden
What lenses do we bring to reading scripture? What are we missing by not considering the lenses different people bring to it? Jaimee offers us…
Surprising connections with Jonathan Robinson
John Tucker talks with Jonathan Robinson, a lecturer in the New Testament at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Jonathan's recently published book on the Gospel…
David King: I am loved
David has had a career in public policy, with over 30 years of experience in this space, including in child care and protection. Kathryn talks…
Deconstruction as an act of love, with Kenneth Fleck
The word deconstruction within Christian circles can often have negative connotations. Kenneth encourages us, out of his story of living abroad in some really challenging…
H&S: Checking a box or our Christian responsibility?
Is keeping people safe just a legal checkbox, or do we have a Christian responsibility to do so? In this 6-minute episode Wayne and Catharina…
Just Discipleship with Michael Rhodes
John Tucker talks with Michael Rhodes, a lecturer in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College. Michael recently completed a book called Just Discipleship: Biblical Justice…
Discipleship in a post-pandemic world
What does it look like to be a disciple after experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic? What does it mean to be the church in light of…
Escaping religious fundamentalism, with Lindy Jacomb
In this episode, we listen to Lindy’s story of leaving a high-demand religious context. We get to hear what that process was like; the trauma…
Sexual well-being, with Jo Robertson
What does healthy sexuality look like? What are some of the challenges for people in faith-based contexts in this area? How can we celebrate the…
Creativity, Justice and the Kingdom, with Andy Dickson
We’re joined by fellow podcast host Andy Dickson from ‘Down to Earth Conversations’, who gives us an incredible vision for the simplicity of bringing a…
Answering your questions
Some brilliant questions about discipleship have come in! Caleb answers them in this episode.
Women and holy discontent, with Grace Doak
To acknowledge International Women’s Day, in a vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Grace talks about her journey following holy discontent into places of leadership and invites…
Merrilyn Withers: Loving youth
Charles and Kathryn talk to the rockstar and legend in our Baptist movement, Merrilyn Withers. Serving the youth in our movement for over 40 years,…
Kelly Burgess: Child development and legacy
Kathryn talks with Kelly Burgess, Church Engagement Manager for Tearfund. Kelly has attended Eastgate Christian Centre, a Baptist church in Auckland, for over 24 years.…
Fiona Warring: This is not the end of my story
Charles Hewlett talks with Fiona Warring, a 45-year-old New Zealand Baptist living with terminal cancer. She's married to Mike, and they have three children. He…
Communal politics and meaningful connections, with Jess McKnight
We start this new season hearing from Jess about her experience with politics as a Youth MP and how that impacts her view of faith…
The strengths-based disciple with Wilson Chan
Caleb chats with Wilson Chan, Strength Finders Coach, about what it means to be a strengths-based disciple.
Strengthening our eldership team (Better Church Elders 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more? Charles Hewlett talks…
Maintaining healthy eldership relationships (Better Church Elders 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid? Charles Hewlett talks to Jonny Weir about maintaining…
The mental-emotional healthy disciple with Tash Ellis
Caleb discusses mental-emotional health as a disciple of Jesus with Tash Ellis, a counsellor and facilitator of Soul Tour.
Videos
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
Spectacular Jesus
When was the last time New Zealand Baptists wept?Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything…
Spectacular Calling
Why is it worth giving your life to Christian ministry? Presented by John Tucker. As Principal of Carey Baptist College, John leads the college. With…
Spectacular Church
"This is what the Lord says - he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the…
Spectacular Youth
Young people want to belong; in what ways do you think our churches help and hinder this belonging?"A new command I give you: Love one…
Spectacular Future
How do we best pass on the leadership baton?"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set and example for the…
Spectacular Power
The Spirit God is at work among the marginalised in our local neighbourhoods. What keeps us from seeing how the marginalised are both recipients of…
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…
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…
“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…
Articles
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!
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.
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!
Curious: Needed and known
How can we make it easier for families to connect into a new space?
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…
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…
Curious: Flourishing or floundering
In this new monthly column!: What does witness look like in a team with a community-facing connection point?
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.
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.
Connecting communities through kai
Oxford Baptist Church partners with Foodtogether to help with local food security.
Kapiti Schoolbags of Love
Waikanae Baptist Church's Thursday Craft Angels assemble to support displaced children following Cyclone Gabrielle.
Clean-up Sunday
The world is important to us because the world is important to God.
Responding to the Turkey-Syria earthquakes
"Our country is in great shock. Many buildings are damaged. People left their homes and their cities. There are a lot of traffic jams and…
From charity to dignity
Sandra Gordon, Associate Pastor at Caversham Baptist Church, shares how God inspired her church to transform how they serve the families in their community.
Exciting opportunities with partnership
Clayton Riddle, Lead Pastor at Northpoint Baptist Church, New Plymouth, shares the joyful outcome of partnering with Kāinga Ora Homes and Communities.
Solar success: People, location and renewal in Ōtautahi Christchurch
Sonia from A Rocha’s Eco Church writes about a solar project at Oxford Terrace Baptist Church, now providing around 25% of the church’s energy needs.
Te Atatū Baptist: Demonstrating love
Debbie Spackman, Pastor at Te Atatū Baptist Church, shares how her church switched from floating to engaging in their local Santa Parade.
Eastview Eco Group pitches in
Nicola Mountfort, the Interim Associate Pastor at Eastview Baptist Church in Auckland, tells us about the newly-formed Eastview Eco Group. Members as young as 11…
A new thing!: Otūmoetai Social Supermarket
A social supermarket has sprung at Otumoetai Baptist Church. Senior Pastor, Scott Muspratt, tells us all about it.
“Paying with Dignity”: A Mustard Seed Story
Jonathan shares the impact of hosting conversations for the church, community, experts and practitioners to network and address issues close to heart.
Podcasts
Does your church count? Getting involved in the Church Life Survey
We’re getting down to the numbers… Do you count? In this episode Wayne and Catharina talk about statistics, including a conversation with Mike Crudge, Communications…
A youth pastor’s experience of serving Rainbow Youth, with Zach Bartley
We’re invited to listen in to one youth pastor’s experience of serving and working alongside Rainbow Youth at youth group. How has this work changed…
Can you help me find the _________ policy?
A flood...of policy review. New documents now available on the Baptist intranet for local faith communities. In this 6-minute episode, Catharina answers calls from around…
Challenging assumptions with Emma Stokes
Nicola Mountfort, Carey Field Education and Internships Lead, talks with Emma Stokes, a lecturer in Bible and Mission at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Emma’s…
Feminism is good for everyone, with Jaimee van Gemerden
What lenses do we bring to reading scripture? What are we missing by not considering the lenses different people bring to it? Jaimee offers us…
Surprising connections with Jonathan Robinson
John Tucker talks with Jonathan Robinson, a lecturer in the New Testament at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Jonathan's recently published book on the Gospel…
David King: I am loved
David has had a career in public policy, with over 30 years of experience in this space, including in child care and protection. Kathryn talks…
Deconstruction as an act of love, with Kenneth Fleck
The word deconstruction within Christian circles can often have negative connotations. Kenneth encourages us, out of his story of living abroad in some really challenging…
H&S: Checking a box or our Christian responsibility?
Is keeping people safe just a legal checkbox, or do we have a Christian responsibility to do so? In this 6-minute episode Wayne and Catharina…
Just Discipleship with Michael Rhodes
John Tucker talks with Michael Rhodes, a lecturer in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College. Michael recently completed a book called Just Discipleship: Biblical Justice…
Discipleship in a post-pandemic world
What does it look like to be a disciple after experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic? What does it mean to be the church in light of…
Escaping religious fundamentalism, with Lindy Jacomb
In this episode, we listen to Lindy’s story of leaving a high-demand religious context. We get to hear what that process was like; the trauma…
Sexual well-being, with Jo Robertson
What does healthy sexuality look like? What are some of the challenges for people in faith-based contexts in this area? How can we celebrate the…
Creativity, Justice and the Kingdom, with Andy Dickson
We’re joined by fellow podcast host Andy Dickson from ‘Down to Earth Conversations’, who gives us an incredible vision for the simplicity of bringing a…
Answering your questions
Some brilliant questions about discipleship have come in! Caleb answers them in this episode.
Women and holy discontent, with Grace Doak
To acknowledge International Women’s Day, in a vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Grace talks about her journey following holy discontent into places of leadership and invites…
Merrilyn Withers: Loving youth
Charles and Kathryn talk to the rockstar and legend in our Baptist movement, Merrilyn Withers. Serving the youth in our movement for over 40 years,…
Kelly Burgess: Child development and legacy
Kathryn talks with Kelly Burgess, Church Engagement Manager for Tearfund. Kelly has attended Eastgate Christian Centre, a Baptist church in Auckland, for over 24 years.…
Fiona Warring: This is not the end of my story
Charles Hewlett talks with Fiona Warring, a 45-year-old New Zealand Baptist living with terminal cancer. She's married to Mike, and they have three children. He…
Communal politics and meaningful connections, with Jess McKnight
We start this new season hearing from Jess about her experience with politics as a Youth MP and how that impacts her view of faith…
The strengths-based disciple with Wilson Chan
Caleb chats with Wilson Chan, Strength Finders Coach, about what it means to be a strengths-based disciple.
Strengthening our eldership team (Better Church Elders 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more? Charles Hewlett talks…
Maintaining healthy eldership relationships (Better Church Elders 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid? Charles Hewlett talks to Jonny Weir about maintaining…
The mental-emotional healthy disciple with Tash Ellis
Caleb discusses mental-emotional health as a disciple of Jesus with Tash Ellis, a counsellor and facilitator of Soul Tour.
Videos
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
Spectacular Jesus
When was the last time New Zealand Baptists wept?Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything…
Spectacular Calling
Why is it worth giving your life to Christian ministry? Presented by John Tucker. As Principal of Carey Baptist College, John leads the college. With…
Spectacular Church
"This is what the Lord says - he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the…
Spectacular Youth
Young people want to belong; in what ways do you think our churches help and hinder this belonging?"A new command I give you: Love one…
Spectacular Future
How do we best pass on the leadership baton?"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set and example for the…
Spectacular Power
The Spirit God is at work among the marginalised in our local neighbourhoods. What keeps us from seeing how the marginalised are both recipients of…
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…
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…
“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…
Articles
People centred leadership: Inclusive
Diversity is a gift that enables us to develop and grow, to challenge our ideas and rethink our positions.
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…
People centred leadership: Attuned
Being attuned to another means that we can truly empathise with that person. We see them, we tune into their emotions, we seek to understand…
People centred leadership: Introduction
No longer do we rely on the knowledge and expertise of the leader to confidently direct the best course of action. Instead, we pivot towards…
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
WAY2GO – A children’s ministry training event coming near you!
Connect and discuss the key foundations of our ministry with children and their families.
Centre for Lifelong Learning Celebrates 7th Birthday!
To celebrate, Lifelong Learning is giving away the resource “Focus on prayer: Learning to talk to God when you’re suffering, or angry, or furious, or…
How do you define leadership?
Are our definitions hindering or nurturing potential leaders?
Tribute to a long-serving pastor
Pastor Nigel Scott and his wife Wendy have completed 20 years of faithful service at Waikanae Baptist Church. A celebration was held recently to acknowledge…
Youth Catalyst
It is exciting to announce that Ethan Miller has been appointed to the role of Youth Catalyst for the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, commencing…
Cyclone Gabrielle: Update from Hawke’s Bay Baptist churches
Here's what we've heard from churches within the Bay of Plenty & Eastland Baptist Association concerning Cyclone Gabrielle's impact.
Rodney Macann (1942-2023)
A transcript of Alan Jamieson's tribute to Rodney Macann on behalf of the Baptist Churches of New Zealand.
Woman of the month: Claire Hart (nee Gilbert) 1926-2022
Claire Gilbert Hart (1926-2022), commencing in the mid-1950s, ministered in the Baptist scene and Baptist churches to such a level she became a trailblazer in…
Woman of the month: Marnie Turner (Dovey) 1918-2013
Marjorie Turner carried out pioneering mission work in East Pakistan and Tripura during and after World War I, the first woman to manage alone a…
Woman of the month: Elizabeth Jones 1936-
What could a classically trained opera singer do musically in a remote tribal village?
7 keys to surviving and thriving in ministry
Keith Harrington, Lead Pastor at Invercargill Central Baptist Church, shares seven tips for longevity in ministry.
New appointment: Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi (Treaty guide)
It is with excitement that we announce the appointment of Luke Kaa-Morgan to the role of Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi—Treaty guide, commencing January 2023.…
Spectacular Youth: Youth Catalyst
This is a news update coming from a message sent on 29 November 2022 to Baptist Youth Pastors and Leaders – we’re keen to share…
Celebrating Baptists flying high on the world stage
Join with us as we celebrate two New Zealand Baptist scholars who have recently made big achievements on the world academic stage.
Robust leaders
An update from our Leadership Co-ordination Director, Karen Warner, for 2022.
Podcasts
Does your church count? Getting involved in the Church Life Survey
We’re getting down to the numbers… Do you count? In this episode Wayne and Catharina talk about statistics, including a conversation with Mike Crudge, Communications…
A youth pastor’s experience of serving Rainbow Youth, with Zach Bartley
We’re invited to listen in to one youth pastor’s experience of serving and working alongside Rainbow Youth at youth group. How has this work changed…
Can you help me find the _________ policy?
A flood...of policy review. New documents now available on the Baptist intranet for local faith communities. In this 6-minute episode, Catharina answers calls from around…
Challenging assumptions with Emma Stokes
Nicola Mountfort, Carey Field Education and Internships Lead, talks with Emma Stokes, a lecturer in Bible and Mission at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Emma’s…
Feminism is good for everyone, with Jaimee van Gemerden
What lenses do we bring to reading scripture? What are we missing by not considering the lenses different people bring to it? Jaimee offers us…
Surprising connections with Jonathan Robinson
John Tucker talks with Jonathan Robinson, a lecturer in the New Testament at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Jonathan's recently published book on the Gospel…
David King: I am loved
David has had a career in public policy, with over 30 years of experience in this space, including in child care and protection. Kathryn talks…
Deconstruction as an act of love, with Kenneth Fleck
The word deconstruction within Christian circles can often have negative connotations. Kenneth encourages us, out of his story of living abroad in some really challenging…
H&S: Checking a box or our Christian responsibility?
Is keeping people safe just a legal checkbox, or do we have a Christian responsibility to do so? In this 6-minute episode Wayne and Catharina…
Just Discipleship with Michael Rhodes
John Tucker talks with Michael Rhodes, a lecturer in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College. Michael recently completed a book called Just Discipleship: Biblical Justice…
Discipleship in a post-pandemic world
What does it look like to be a disciple after experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic? What does it mean to be the church in light of…
Escaping religious fundamentalism, with Lindy Jacomb
In this episode, we listen to Lindy’s story of leaving a high-demand religious context. We get to hear what that process was like; the trauma…
Sexual well-being, with Jo Robertson
What does healthy sexuality look like? What are some of the challenges for people in faith-based contexts in this area? How can we celebrate the…
Creativity, Justice and the Kingdom, with Andy Dickson
We’re joined by fellow podcast host Andy Dickson from ‘Down to Earth Conversations’, who gives us an incredible vision for the simplicity of bringing a…
Answering your questions
Some brilliant questions about discipleship have come in! Caleb answers them in this episode.
Women and holy discontent, with Grace Doak
To acknowledge International Women’s Day, in a vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Grace talks about her journey following holy discontent into places of leadership and invites…
Merrilyn Withers: Loving youth
Charles and Kathryn talk to the rockstar and legend in our Baptist movement, Merrilyn Withers. Serving the youth in our movement for over 40 years,…
Kelly Burgess: Child development and legacy
Kathryn talks with Kelly Burgess, Church Engagement Manager for Tearfund. Kelly has attended Eastgate Christian Centre, a Baptist church in Auckland, for over 24 years.…
Fiona Warring: This is not the end of my story
Charles Hewlett talks with Fiona Warring, a 45-year-old New Zealand Baptist living with terminal cancer. She's married to Mike, and they have three children. He…
Communal politics and meaningful connections, with Jess McKnight
We start this new season hearing from Jess about her experience with politics as a Youth MP and how that impacts her view of faith…
The strengths-based disciple with Wilson Chan
Caleb chats with Wilson Chan, Strength Finders Coach, about what it means to be a strengths-based disciple.
Strengthening our eldership team (Better Church Elders 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more? Charles Hewlett talks…
Maintaining healthy eldership relationships (Better Church Elders 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid? Charles Hewlett talks to Jonny Weir about maintaining…
The mental-emotional healthy disciple with Tash Ellis
Caleb discusses mental-emotional health as a disciple of Jesus with Tash Ellis, a counsellor and facilitator of Soul Tour.
Videos
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
Spectacular Jesus
When was the last time New Zealand Baptists wept?Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything…
Spectacular Calling
Why is it worth giving your life to Christian ministry? Presented by John Tucker. As Principal of Carey Baptist College, John leads the college. With…
Spectacular Church
"This is what the Lord says - he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the…
Spectacular Youth
Young people want to belong; in what ways do you think our churches help and hinder this belonging?"A new command I give you: Love one…
Spectacular Future
How do we best pass on the leadership baton?"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set and example for the…
Spectacular Power
The Spirit God is at work among the marginalised in our local neighbourhoods. What keeps us from seeing how the marginalised are both recipients of…
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…
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…
“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…
Articles
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.
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?
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.
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.
A holiday gem for Baptists
Here's in on a gold getaway location for your church and leaders
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…
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…
Better Church Elders podcastified
A podcast version of the Better Church Elders video series from The Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning has been stashed in The Audio Drawer (a…
A full dividend to all shareholders
An update from the Chief Executive of Christian Savings, Dan Mazengarb, for 2022.
Our comms: a new place to launch from
An update from our Communications Director, Mike Crudge, for 2022.
The Audio Drawer
A new podcast has been assembled! - Storing nothing particular but hoarding everything purposeful for New Zealand Baptists.
Are you willing to contribute what God has entrusted to you?
An update from our Operations and Finance Director, Wayne Schache, for 2022.
Watch the keynotes of our Baptist Hui 2022
Did anyone miss or want to rewatch or share the keynotes? They are now available on the Baptist NZ platform.
A home and family away from home
Did you know we have some super story-filled Baptist student hostels in New Zealand?
Big Dream Day for Nelson Baptist Church
What do you get when you put a congregation, two senior pastors, a national leader, a regional leader and an operations and finance director in…
Pray for Matamata
A Memorial Service for Sean Schutte, co-pastor at Matamata Baptist Church, will be held on Friday 28 October 2022. Our love and prayers go out…
Training the traits of leadership: a new resource
We ask Karen about the new free Robust Leadership Training resource she has created
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…
Podcasts
Does your church count? Getting involved in the Church Life Survey
We’re getting down to the numbers… Do you count? In this episode Wayne and Catharina talk about statistics, including a conversation with Mike Crudge, Communications…
A youth pastor’s experience of serving Rainbow Youth, with Zach Bartley
We’re invited to listen in to one youth pastor’s experience of serving and working alongside Rainbow Youth at youth group. How has this work changed…
Can you help me find the _________ policy?
A flood...of policy review. New documents now available on the Baptist intranet for local faith communities. In this 6-minute episode, Catharina answers calls from around…
Challenging assumptions with Emma Stokes
Nicola Mountfort, Carey Field Education and Internships Lead, talks with Emma Stokes, a lecturer in Bible and Mission at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Emma’s…
Feminism is good for everyone, with Jaimee van Gemerden
What lenses do we bring to reading scripture? What are we missing by not considering the lenses different people bring to it? Jaimee offers us…
Surprising connections with Jonathan Robinson
John Tucker talks with Jonathan Robinson, a lecturer in the New Testament at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Jonathan's recently published book on the Gospel…
David King: I am loved
David has had a career in public policy, with over 30 years of experience in this space, including in child care and protection. Kathryn talks…
Deconstruction as an act of love, with Kenneth Fleck
The word deconstruction within Christian circles can often have negative connotations. Kenneth encourages us, out of his story of living abroad in some really challenging…
H&S: Checking a box or our Christian responsibility?
Is keeping people safe just a legal checkbox, or do we have a Christian responsibility to do so? In this 6-minute episode Wayne and Catharina…
Just Discipleship with Michael Rhodes
John Tucker talks with Michael Rhodes, a lecturer in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College. Michael recently completed a book called Just Discipleship: Biblical Justice…
Discipleship in a post-pandemic world
What does it look like to be a disciple after experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic? What does it mean to be the church in light of…
Escaping religious fundamentalism, with Lindy Jacomb
In this episode, we listen to Lindy’s story of leaving a high-demand religious context. We get to hear what that process was like; the trauma…
Sexual well-being, with Jo Robertson
What does healthy sexuality look like? What are some of the challenges for people in faith-based contexts in this area? How can we celebrate the…
Creativity, Justice and the Kingdom, with Andy Dickson
We’re joined by fellow podcast host Andy Dickson from ‘Down to Earth Conversations’, who gives us an incredible vision for the simplicity of bringing a…
Answering your questions
Some brilliant questions about discipleship have come in! Caleb answers them in this episode.
Women and holy discontent, with Grace Doak
To acknowledge International Women’s Day, in a vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Grace talks about her journey following holy discontent into places of leadership and invites…
Merrilyn Withers: Loving youth
Charles and Kathryn talk to the rockstar and legend in our Baptist movement, Merrilyn Withers. Serving the youth in our movement for over 40 years,…
Kelly Burgess: Child development and legacy
Kathryn talks with Kelly Burgess, Church Engagement Manager for Tearfund. Kelly has attended Eastgate Christian Centre, a Baptist church in Auckland, for over 24 years.…
Fiona Warring: This is not the end of my story
Charles Hewlett talks with Fiona Warring, a 45-year-old New Zealand Baptist living with terminal cancer. She's married to Mike, and they have three children. He…
Communal politics and meaningful connections, with Jess McKnight
We start this new season hearing from Jess about her experience with politics as a Youth MP and how that impacts her view of faith…
The strengths-based disciple with Wilson Chan
Caleb chats with Wilson Chan, Strength Finders Coach, about what it means to be a strengths-based disciple.
Strengthening our eldership team (Better Church Elders 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more? Charles Hewlett talks…
Maintaining healthy eldership relationships (Better Church Elders 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid? Charles Hewlett talks to Jonny Weir about maintaining…
The mental-emotional healthy disciple with Tash Ellis
Caleb discusses mental-emotional health as a disciple of Jesus with Tash Ellis, a counsellor and facilitator of Soul Tour.
Videos
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
Spectacular Jesus
When was the last time New Zealand Baptists wept?Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything…
Spectacular Calling
Why is it worth giving your life to Christian ministry? Presented by John Tucker. As Principal of Carey Baptist College, John leads the college. With…
Spectacular Church
"This is what the Lord says - he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the…
Spectacular Youth
Young people want to belong; in what ways do you think our churches help and hinder this belonging?"A new command I give you: Love one…
Spectacular Future
How do we best pass on the leadership baton?"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set and example for the…
Spectacular Power
The Spirit God is at work among the marginalised in our local neighbourhoods. What keeps us from seeing how the marginalised are both recipients of…
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…
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…
“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…
Articles
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…
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…
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.
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.
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…
Podcasts
Does your church count? Getting involved in the Church Life Survey
We’re getting down to the numbers… Do you count? In this episode Wayne and Catharina talk about statistics, including a conversation with Mike Crudge, Communications…
A youth pastor’s experience of serving Rainbow Youth, with Zach Bartley
We’re invited to listen in to one youth pastor’s experience of serving and working alongside Rainbow Youth at youth group. How has this work changed…
Can you help me find the _________ policy?
A flood...of policy review. New documents now available on the Baptist intranet for local faith communities. In this 6-minute episode, Catharina answers calls from around…
Challenging assumptions with Emma Stokes
Nicola Mountfort, Carey Field Education and Internships Lead, talks with Emma Stokes, a lecturer in Bible and Mission at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Emma’s…
Feminism is good for everyone, with Jaimee van Gemerden
What lenses do we bring to reading scripture? What are we missing by not considering the lenses different people bring to it? Jaimee offers us…
Surprising connections with Jonathan Robinson
John Tucker talks with Jonathan Robinson, a lecturer in the New Testament at Carey Baptist College. They discuss Jonathan's recently published book on the Gospel…
David King: I am loved
David has had a career in public policy, with over 30 years of experience in this space, including in child care and protection. Kathryn talks…
Deconstruction as an act of love, with Kenneth Fleck
The word deconstruction within Christian circles can often have negative connotations. Kenneth encourages us, out of his story of living abroad in some really challenging…
H&S: Checking a box or our Christian responsibility?
Is keeping people safe just a legal checkbox, or do we have a Christian responsibility to do so? In this 6-minute episode Wayne and Catharina…
Just Discipleship with Michael Rhodes
John Tucker talks with Michael Rhodes, a lecturer in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College. Michael recently completed a book called Just Discipleship: Biblical Justice…
Discipleship in a post-pandemic world
What does it look like to be a disciple after experiencing the COVID-19 pandemic? What does it mean to be the church in light of…
Escaping religious fundamentalism, with Lindy Jacomb
In this episode, we listen to Lindy’s story of leaving a high-demand religious context. We get to hear what that process was like; the trauma…
Sexual well-being, with Jo Robertson
What does healthy sexuality look like? What are some of the challenges for people in faith-based contexts in this area? How can we celebrate the…
Creativity, Justice and the Kingdom, with Andy Dickson
We’re joined by fellow podcast host Andy Dickson from ‘Down to Earth Conversations’, who gives us an incredible vision for the simplicity of bringing a…
Answering your questions
Some brilliant questions about discipleship have come in! Caleb answers them in this episode.
Women and holy discontent, with Grace Doak
To acknowledge International Women’s Day, in a vulnerable and inspiring conversation, Grace talks about her journey following holy discontent into places of leadership and invites…
Merrilyn Withers: Loving youth
Charles and Kathryn talk to the rockstar and legend in our Baptist movement, Merrilyn Withers. Serving the youth in our movement for over 40 years,…
Kelly Burgess: Child development and legacy
Kathryn talks with Kelly Burgess, Church Engagement Manager for Tearfund. Kelly has attended Eastgate Christian Centre, a Baptist church in Auckland, for over 24 years.…
Fiona Warring: This is not the end of my story
Charles Hewlett talks with Fiona Warring, a 45-year-old New Zealand Baptist living with terminal cancer. She's married to Mike, and they have three children. He…
Communal politics and meaningful connections, with Jess McKnight
We start this new season hearing from Jess about her experience with politics as a Youth MP and how that impacts her view of faith…
The strengths-based disciple with Wilson Chan
Caleb chats with Wilson Chan, Strength Finders Coach, about what it means to be a strengths-based disciple.
Strengthening our eldership team (Better Church Elders 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more? Charles Hewlett talks…
Maintaining healthy eldership relationships (Better Church Elders 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid? Charles Hewlett talks to Jonny Weir about maintaining…
The mental-emotional healthy disciple with Tash Ellis
Caleb discusses mental-emotional health as a disciple of Jesus with Tash Ellis, a counsellor and facilitator of Soul Tour.
Videos
Baptist Hui-ā-Māori 2023
This video is a Zoom recording to all Baptist Māori by Josie Te Kahu, Leonnie Motu, Ray Totorewa, Matt Renata – of Te Kapa Rautaki,…
Spectacular Jesus
When was the last time New Zealand Baptists wept?Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything…
Spectacular Calling
Why is it worth giving your life to Christian ministry? Presented by John Tucker. As Principal of Carey Baptist College, John leads the college. With…
Spectacular Church
"This is what the Lord says - he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, who drew out the…
Spectacular Youth
Young people want to belong; in what ways do you think our churches help and hinder this belonging?"A new command I give you: Love one…
Spectacular Future
How do we best pass on the leadership baton?"Don't let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set and example for the…
Spectacular Power
The Spirit God is at work among the marginalised in our local neighbourhoods. What keeps us from seeing how the marginalised are both recipients of…
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…
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…