Articles
Bubbling with new opportunities
Currently back from Bangladesh, what have Cindy and Ross Meyer been up to, and what’s next for them?
The gospel and racism
To what extent should we as Christians engage with difficult questions of race and racism? What does the Bible say about race and racism?
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
The Baptist NZ app
Have you heard about Baptist NZ’s new app? It’s a hub for churches across NZ to connect, encourage and resource one another through the sharing…
I think I would’ve liked Uncle Eric
He recognised that his faith community was missing an opportunity to be in mutual relationship with a people group that God had created; a people…
Is Big Good? A MEGA question
Mark Day, a Baptist pastor in Hamilton, reckons with our devotion to ‘bigger is better’, and hopes for revival: “the making of a disparate people…
Rachel and Tiaki talk Matariki: God, family, injustice and tradition
Listen in on two people, Tiaki and Rachel, tangata whenua and tangata Tiriti, chatting about the coming season of Matariki, including the prophet Amos who…
Regional Hui highlights: Otago and Southland
Rachel Murray shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at the Catlins River Ridge Retreat, 26-28 May 2022.
Matariki gathers people together
NZBMS has provided a bunch of Matariki resources to help faith communities honour and celebrate the season.
Happy Birthday The Loyal Workshop!
It's been 8 years since the inception of The Loyal Workshop; a whānau of talented artisans crafting handmade, high-quality leather goods in the heart of…
Matariki Celebration at Ōtūmoetai Baptist Church
Jan Ozanne is Family Pastor at Ōtūmoetai Baptist Church. In this article read about how they celebrated Matariki in 2021 – it might give you…
Matariki – a time to look beyond
Matariki is a gift to the Church of Aotearoa. It is a celebration of relationship, acceptance, remembrance, invitation, hospitality, and delight. This is not just…
Regional Hui highlights: Upper South Island
Julie Chamberlain shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at Glenroy Lodge Baptist Camp, Canterbury 25-26 May 2022.
Benefiting from structures of oppression
As Christians we are called to “learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless and plead the widow’s cause” (Isiah…
Who’s on your fridge? A crucial moment to act
How can we work towards a safer and fairer world for all God’s children? Right now, the New Zealand government is considering legislation that will…
Vaini Village report (Tonga eruption relief)
Working with the Pacific Leadership Forum, NZBMS were able to send NZD$8000 to the village of Vaini on the island of Tongatapu. Through the kind…
Assembly Council update
This is the May 2022 update from Assembly Council. These will become regular updates letting you know what we're up to, the things we are…
Easter Sunday in the megachurch
Before I started to pray, I made a silly mistake: I looked at the Stuff newsfeed. The fourth headline down depicted the demise of another…
Glen Eden and Visionwest Waka Whakakitenga
Visionwest Community Housing addresses the issue of homeless in New Zealand by providing safe, warm, and quality, rental accommodation for low-income families who cannot access…
Red-orange-green light: a pastor, a church and unity in Christ
Tim Palmer, Senior Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church shares his journey in a local church as they seek to navigate the vaccination discussion, as they listen…
Podcasts
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Eldership and Governance (Better Church Elders: Episode 2)
What is it that makes good governance? What do governors actually do?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks to Mel Wilson about eldership…
Models of Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 3)
Big, medium or small – does one eldership model fit all churches? What are some of the options? Where does the pastor fit in to…
Bringing the Bible into decision making (Better Church Elders: Episode 4)
How does the Bible remain the foundational guide for our belief and behaviour as a church? What practical things can we do to keep the…
Maintaining Healthy Eldership Relationships (Better Church Elders: Episode 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks…
Strengthening our Eldership Team (Better Church Elders: Episode 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more?In this video Charles…
Videos
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
LOCAL CHURCH MADE A CHEESY COVID SAFETY VIDEO (AND WE LOVE IT!)
Pastor Albert Tang at Pakuranga Chinese Baptist Church mentioned on social media:“Just sharing the video we produced for information and clarification for returning to church…
Worth giving your life for? Grant Harris
Charles Hewlett asks Grant Harris “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Lindy Jacomb
Charles Hewlett asks Lindy Jacomb “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?"
Worth giving your life for? Cameron Jones
Charles Hewlett asks Cameron Jones "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Emma Wells
Charles Hewlett asks Emma Wells “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Blue Bradley
Charles Hewlett asks Blue Bradley "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Chris Beales-White
Charles Hewlett asks Chris Beales-White “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Caleb Haurua
Charles Hewlett asks Caleb Haurua "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Articles
The gospel and racism
To what extent should we as Christians engage with difficult questions of race and racism? What does the Bible say about race and racism?
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Is Big Good? A MEGA question
Mark Day, a Baptist pastor in Hamilton, reckons with our devotion to ‘bigger is better’, and hopes for revival: “the making of a disparate people…
Rachel and Tiaki talk Matariki: God, family, injustice and tradition
Listen in on two people, Tiaki and Rachel, tangata whenua and tangata Tiriti, chatting about the coming season of Matariki, including the prophet Amos who…
Regional Hui highlights: Otago and Southland
Rachel Murray shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at the Catlins River Ridge Retreat, 26-28 May 2022.
Matariki Celebration at Ōtūmoetai Baptist Church
Jan Ozanne is Family Pastor at Ōtūmoetai Baptist Church. In this article read about how they celebrated Matariki in 2021 – it might give you…
Matariki – a time to look beyond
Matariki is a gift to the Church of Aotearoa. It is a celebration of relationship, acceptance, remembrance, invitation, hospitality, and delight. This is not just…
Regional Hui highlights: Upper South Island
Julie Chamberlain shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at Glenroy Lodge Baptist Camp, Canterbury 25-26 May 2022.
Benefiting from structures of oppression
As Christians we are called to “learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless and plead the widow’s cause” (Isiah…
Who’s on your fridge? A crucial moment to act
How can we work towards a safer and fairer world for all God’s children? Right now, the New Zealand government is considering legislation that will…
What’s next? Church on the other side of Omicron
The last two years of COVID-19 have been deeply disruptive, both for society and for the church. Many Christians have drifted away from regular engagement…
Biblical principles for churches wrestling with vaccine mandates
Recently, John Tucker, Principal of our theological college (Carey Baptist College) received an email from one of the leaders in our movement of churches, asking…
Caring for each other helps in many ways: churches respond to the pandemic
An earlier version of this article was published in the Otago Daily Times on 15 October 2021. Reproduced with permission. Lynne Taylor is Researcher for…
Taking responsibility for health is not at odds with worship
This article was first published in the Otago Daily Times on 25 October 2021. Reproduced with permission.
We need much more time to talk on Sunday
Living through this pandemic, what are we most looking forward to about getting back to in-person church services on Sunday morning?
Coming out of crisis
In 2020 after coping with COVID restrictions for some time, Paul Askin shared these words of encouragement in living through crisis.
Baptist churches sharing lockdown resources
With Aotearoa New Zealand in COVID-19 lockdowns again, one of our Regional Leaders, Reti Ah-Voa was quick to seek Sunday online gathering resources from within…
Celebrating eight years of Multicultural Response Ministry
We thank the Lord God Almighty for giving us the Multicultural Response Ministry and sustaining us in the past eight years.
Battered, bruised, beautiful feet
For the modern, western Christian, the picture of running is often a positive one. Perhaps it is a few kilometres on a Saturday morning to…
Stories worth celebrating
A chance to celebrate past women leaders will come in March 2021. Historians recognise that often women’s history was not written or recognised, so this…
Podcasts
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Eldership and Governance (Better Church Elders: Episode 2)
What is it that makes good governance? What do governors actually do?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks to Mel Wilson about eldership…
Models of Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 3)
Big, medium or small – does one eldership model fit all churches? What are some of the options? Where does the pastor fit in to…
Bringing the Bible into decision making (Better Church Elders: Episode 4)
How does the Bible remain the foundational guide for our belief and behaviour as a church? What practical things can we do to keep the…
Maintaining Healthy Eldership Relationships (Better Church Elders: Episode 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks…
Strengthening our Eldership Team (Better Church Elders: Episode 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more?In this video Charles…
Videos
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
LOCAL CHURCH MADE A CHEESY COVID SAFETY VIDEO (AND WE LOVE IT!)
Pastor Albert Tang at Pakuranga Chinese Baptist Church mentioned on social media:“Just sharing the video we produced for information and clarification for returning to church…
Worth giving your life for? Grant Harris
Charles Hewlett asks Grant Harris “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Lindy Jacomb
Charles Hewlett asks Lindy Jacomb “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?"
Worth giving your life for? Cameron Jones
Charles Hewlett asks Cameron Jones "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Emma Wells
Charles Hewlett asks Emma Wells “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Blue Bradley
Charles Hewlett asks Blue Bradley "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Chris Beales-White
Charles Hewlett asks Chris Beales-White “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Caleb Haurua
Charles Hewlett asks Caleb Haurua "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Articles
Bubbling with new opportunities
Currently back from Bangladesh, what have Cindy and Ross Meyer been up to, and what’s next for them?
I think I would’ve liked Uncle Eric
He recognised that his faith community was missing an opportunity to be in mutual relationship with a people group that God had created; a people…
Matariki gathers people together
NZBMS has provided a bunch of Matariki resources to help faith communities honour and celebrate the season.
Matariki – a time to look beyond
Matariki is a gift to the Church of Aotearoa. It is a celebration of relationship, acceptance, remembrance, invitation, hospitality, and delight. This is not just…
Benefiting from structures of oppression
As Christians we are called to “learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless and plead the widow’s cause” (Isiah…
Who’s on your fridge? A crucial moment to act
How can we work towards a safer and fairer world for all God’s children? Right now, the New Zealand government is considering legislation that will…
Vaini Village report (Tonga eruption relief)
Working with the Pacific Leadership Forum, NZBMS were able to send NZD$8000 to the village of Vaini on the island of Tongatapu. Through the kind…
Easter Sunday in the megachurch
Before I started to pray, I made a silly mistake: I looked at the Stuff newsfeed. The fourth headline down depicted the demise of another…
Glen Eden and Visionwest Waka Whakakitenga
Visionwest Community Housing addresses the issue of homeless in New Zealand by providing safe, warm, and quality, rental accommodation for low-income families who cannot access…
Imagining a gender equal world: our experience of Women’s History Sunday
Imagining a gender equal world: our experience of Women's History Sunday
Local church made a cheesy Covid safety video (And we love it!)
Pastor Albert Tang at Pakuranga Chinese Baptist Church mentioned on social media: “Just sharing the video we produced for information and clarification for returning to…
God’s hands and feet—Community Chaplaincy
“I value every opportunity to be God’s hands and feet where possible” says Beryl Diack, Community Chaplain of Eastside Baptist Church in Invercargill.
Wrapping women in aroha: Still Water Scarves
Two years ago, a small group of women from Palmerston North Central Baptist Church, inspired by a message by Tearfund during missions month, set up…
Justice like a river: immigration and prayer
Deborah Makarios of Epuni Baptist Church asks “Who is my neighbour?”
An open letter to the unvaccinated in the Christian community
Gareth Jones attends Dunedin City Baptist Church and is Emeritus Professor in Anatomy at the University of Otago. He has written this letter to Christians…
Understanding your Neighbourhood: Conversations with Charles Hewlett
This is the webinar recording of the final in this 3-episode series (22 September 2021) where Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talked with Lynne Taylor…
The future of ministry and mission—Mike Crudge
What is God saying to you and to others? What will future ministry and mission look like? What things need to remain the same? What…
The future of ministry and mission—Christine Saywell
What is God saying to you and to others? What will future ministry and mission look like? What things need to remain the same? What…
The future of ministry and mission—Richardson Lau
What is God saying to you and to others? What will future ministry and mission look like? What things need to remain the same? What…
The future of ministry and mission—Donna Denmead
What is God saying to you and to others? What will future ministry and mission look like? What things need to remain the same? What…
Podcasts
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Eldership and Governance (Better Church Elders: Episode 2)
What is it that makes good governance? What do governors actually do?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks to Mel Wilson about eldership…
Models of Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 3)
Big, medium or small – does one eldership model fit all churches? What are some of the options? Where does the pastor fit in to…
Bringing the Bible into decision making (Better Church Elders: Episode 4)
How does the Bible remain the foundational guide for our belief and behaviour as a church? What practical things can we do to keep the…
Maintaining Healthy Eldership Relationships (Better Church Elders: Episode 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks…
Strengthening our Eldership Team (Better Church Elders: Episode 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more?In this video Charles…
Videos
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
LOCAL CHURCH MADE A CHEESY COVID SAFETY VIDEO (AND WE LOVE IT!)
Pastor Albert Tang at Pakuranga Chinese Baptist Church mentioned on social media:“Just sharing the video we produced for information and clarification for returning to church…
Worth giving your life for? Grant Harris
Charles Hewlett asks Grant Harris “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Lindy Jacomb
Charles Hewlett asks Lindy Jacomb “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?"
Worth giving your life for? Cameron Jones
Charles Hewlett asks Cameron Jones "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Emma Wells
Charles Hewlett asks Emma Wells “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Blue Bradley
Charles Hewlett asks Blue Bradley "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Chris Beales-White
Charles Hewlett asks Chris Beales-White “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Caleb Haurua
Charles Hewlett asks Caleb Haurua "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Articles
Is Big Good? A MEGA question
Mark Day, a Baptist pastor in Hamilton, reckons with our devotion to ‘bigger is better’, and hopes for revival: “the making of a disparate people…
Regional Hui highlights: Otago and Southland
Rachel Murray shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at the Catlins River Ridge Retreat, 26-28 May 2022.
Regional Hui highlights: Upper South Island
Julie Chamberlain shares some highlights from the Regional Hui held at Glenroy Lodge Baptist Camp, Canterbury 25-26 May 2022.
Assembly Council update
This is the May 2022 update from Assembly Council. These will become regular updates letting you know what we're up to, the things we are…
Red-orange-green light: a pastor, a church and unity in Christ
Tim Palmer, Senior Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church shares his journey in a local church as they seek to navigate the vaccination discussion, as they listen…
Has the time come to act?
In this opinion piece Andrew Clark-Howard continues the dialogue on mandates, vaccinations, protests and theology.
The other half of what we owe each other
Andrew Clark-Howard’s assessment of the anti mandate protest (What we owe each other: freedom, protest, and responsibility) draws upon excellent resources from Bonhoeffer on freedom.
What we owe each other: freedom, protest, and responsibility
We’ve all seen it; the images and videos on our screen of people gathering to protest at parliament with a rather bewildering array of placards…
Re-imagining registration
“Managing change” and “learning to pivot” are phrases we’ve become familiar with over the last year. Probably more than we would actually have liked! While…
The End of Life Choice Act: the practicalities
What actually happens in the process of assisted dying? In this article we hear from GP Rebekah Kilpatrick who unpacks the approximately 40 hours of work…
The End of Life Choice Act: being a carer
The caring of a person who has made the choice to end their life through physician assisted dying is now a possibility in New Zealand.…
The End of Life Choice Act: what does faithful Christianity look like?
Assisted dying became legally available on 7 November 2021. Continuing on in this series of articles to resource and support our churches at this time, pastor and scholar Jonathan…
Caring for each other helps in many ways: churches respond to the pandemic
Human beings need many things to survive and to thrive. In addition to our obvious physical needs, self-determination theorists point to three things that are…
Not vaccinated: a pastor’s personal opinion
Simon Williams is a pastor at Kaiapoi Baptist Church. The opinions expressed here are his own. View more opinion on Baptist magazine.
Responding to the #MeToo movement—with a message from Jesus and the Samaritan woman
Is sexual abuse an issue for the church in 21st Century Aotearoa New Zealand? In this long-form article Daphne Marsden, one of our pastor/scholar/authors shares…
An individual’s Christian response to a vaccine mandate in the workplace
Vaccination mandates and the workplace: Are Christians in the firing line? Gareth Jones attends Dunedin City Baptist Church and is Emeritus Professor in Anatomy at…
Emerging from a lockdown response to a global pandemic
Rick Pierce, works for the Northern Baptist Association as a Network Pastor, Health & Development. Here he shares some ways local churches can respond as we…
Cross-shaped unity for church through the COVID-19 Protection Framework
Since the Government’s announcement about the COVID-19 Protection Framework, my mind, like that of many pastors, has been occupied by what this will mean for…
666 and the COVID-19 pandemic
A Baptist pastor asked last week if we would provide something on why the COVID-19 vaccine should not be considered the ‘Mark of the Beast’. Our very own retired Carey Baptist…
Time for action—what comes after staying at home and rolling my sleeve up?
As a follow on from last week's opinion piece: Vaccinations and the local church: Seven views on the current situation, Alan Jamieson, General Director of…
Podcasts
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Eldership and Governance (Better Church Elders: Episode 2)
What is it that makes good governance? What do governors actually do?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks to Mel Wilson about eldership…
Models of Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 3)
Big, medium or small – does one eldership model fit all churches? What are some of the options? Where does the pastor fit in to…
Bringing the Bible into decision making (Better Church Elders: Episode 4)
How does the Bible remain the foundational guide for our belief and behaviour as a church? What practical things can we do to keep the…
Maintaining Healthy Eldership Relationships (Better Church Elders: Episode 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks…
Strengthening our Eldership Team (Better Church Elders: Episode 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more?In this video Charles…
Videos
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
LOCAL CHURCH MADE A CHEESY COVID SAFETY VIDEO (AND WE LOVE IT!)
Pastor Albert Tang at Pakuranga Chinese Baptist Church mentioned on social media:“Just sharing the video we produced for information and clarification for returning to church…
Worth giving your life for? Grant Harris
Charles Hewlett asks Grant Harris “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Lindy Jacomb
Charles Hewlett asks Lindy Jacomb “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?"
Worth giving your life for? Cameron Jones
Charles Hewlett asks Cameron Jones "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Emma Wells
Charles Hewlett asks Emma Wells “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Blue Bradley
Charles Hewlett asks Blue Bradley "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Chris Beales-White
Charles Hewlett asks Chris Beales-White “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Caleb Haurua
Charles Hewlett asks Caleb Haurua "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Articles
Being the (well-washed) hands & feet of Jesus
This is the most exciting time, as we are part of a movement responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in a positive life‑giving way. The history…
Church insurance
Mark Davie explains the aims and benefits of the Baptist Insurance Fund and Brian Brannigan of Trinity Baptist Church shares a cautionary tale about the…
4 benefits of a good accounting system
During this time of economic uncertainty, a modern accounting system is important to provide key and timely information to church leaders. Cameron Fisher of CATAS…
4 benefits of a good accounting system
During this time of economic uncertainty, a modern accounting system is important to provide key and timely information to church leaders. Cameron Fisher of CATAS…
Christian Savings
This year Christian Savings (previously Baptist Savings and Development Society) is celebrating 58 years of partnering with churches.
Effective leadership
Charles Hewlett has been thinking about the effective leaders he has had the opportunity to work alongside. He believes that these leaders make a number of similar…
Meet Andrew Urquhart—Radio/TV announcer
Andrew Urquhart and his wife Johanna attend Māngere Bridge Baptist Church. Andrew is an announcer at Rhema Media, where he co-hosts a radio interview show…
Podcasts
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Eldership and Governance (Better Church Elders: Episode 2)
What is it that makes good governance? What do governors actually do?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks to Mel Wilson about eldership…
Models of Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 3)
Big, medium or small – does one eldership model fit all churches? What are some of the options? Where does the pastor fit in to…
Bringing the Bible into decision making (Better Church Elders: Episode 4)
How does the Bible remain the foundational guide for our belief and behaviour as a church? What practical things can we do to keep the…
Maintaining Healthy Eldership Relationships (Better Church Elders: Episode 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks…
Strengthening our Eldership Team (Better Church Elders: Episode 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more?In this video Charles…
Videos
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
LOCAL CHURCH MADE A CHEESY COVID SAFETY VIDEO (AND WE LOVE IT!)
Pastor Albert Tang at Pakuranga Chinese Baptist Church mentioned on social media:“Just sharing the video we produced for information and clarification for returning to church…
Worth giving your life for? Grant Harris
Charles Hewlett asks Grant Harris “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Lindy Jacomb
Charles Hewlett asks Lindy Jacomb “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?"
Worth giving your life for? Cameron Jones
Charles Hewlett asks Cameron Jones "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Emma Wells
Charles Hewlett asks Emma Wells “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Blue Bradley
Charles Hewlett asks Blue Bradley "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Chris Beales-White
Charles Hewlett asks Chris Beales-White “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Caleb Haurua
Charles Hewlett asks Caleb Haurua "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Articles
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…
“Finding Strength in the Power of Prayer”
Edmonds Namburi, who has just concluded his time as a Mission Council member, reflects on “Finding Strength in the Power of Prayer”, which is one of the…
When the Spirit moves… HE MOVES!
At the 2018 LEAD Conference, Markus Schonberger spoke about making room for the Holy Spirit to move during church services. He said, “At times it gets…
Worship—A beautiful Expression!
“Holy, holy, holy is the Lord.” How do you respond to these six words? Alan Burnett reflects on our response to the beauty of God.
Podcasts
Anna Jones: Vicarious trauma, Jesus, faith…
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Anna Jones, who is part of Village Baptist Church in Havelock North. Anna shares with us about her…
Cross-shaped community defined
Gain an understanding of cross-shaped community, as Ken Keyte chats with Dr Greg Liston about ideas from his upcoming book Kingdom Come, on how we learn to…
Linda Allen: Career paths for women, NZ education system...
In this episode Kathryn Heslop talks with Linda Allen, Principal of Oratia District School. Linda has been a principal for nearly seven years, four at…
The Changes Ahead Podcast Introduction
It is no secret that the church in the West is in decline and there seems to have been unending talk about the church needing…
Sarah from The Loyal Workshop
In this episode Charles talks to Sarah, who along with her husband Paul founded The Loyal Workshop, a business that brings freedom to women in the red light area of Kolkata,…
Baptist People Introduction
We are Charles Hewlett, and Kathryn Heslop. In our roles as National Leader, and Executive Advisor within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we daily…
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…
Eldership and Governance (Better Church Elders: Episode 2)
What is it that makes good governance? What do governors actually do?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks to Mel Wilson about eldership…
Models of Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 3)
Big, medium or small – does one eldership model fit all churches? What are some of the options? Where does the pastor fit in to…
Bringing the Bible into decision making (Better Church Elders: Episode 4)
How does the Bible remain the foundational guide for our belief and behaviour as a church? What practical things can we do to keep the…
Maintaining Healthy Eldership Relationships (Better Church Elders: Episode 5)
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid?In this video Charles Hewlett (Baptist National Leader) talks…
Strengthening our Eldership Team (Better Church Elders: Episode 6)
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more?In this video Charles…
Videos
Xtend 2022
Xtend is more than just a camp, it’s an opportunity for your life to change! Hear from Allie, Dave, Katya, Rob, and Callum about their…
Bonus Kid's Talk: Good vs very good
A kids talk for the featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist.
God: The One who is faithful when we are not
Matthew 1:1-6Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology
Good vs very good: Living a life that makes a difference
Luke 18:18-30 (and it’s not about the money!)A featured sermon by Alastair Hall, Pastor, Manukau City Baptist
Jesus: The Saviour who makes all things new
John 2:1-11John Tucker, Principal, Carey Baptist College
Bagels, boats and 'being' the Church: The ingredients that shape the church
A featured sermon Acts 2:42-47by Tim Palmer, Pastor, Franklin Baptist Church
Spirit: The Gift-Giver who enables the impossible
1 Corinthians 12:1-5Mick Duncan, Adjunct Lecturer, Carey Baptist College
Discipleship: Rediscovering our identity and calling as disciples of Jesus
1 John 3:1-3Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament, Carey Baptist College
A particular set of skills: Vengeance, justice and mercy
A featured sermon on 1 Samuel 24, 25, 26 by Odele Habets, Pastor, Albany Baptist
Mission: Reimagining the church and mission in a time of disruption
Acts 1:1-12George Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research and Formation
I don’t always 'connect with' God over Zoom: Spiritual pathways
A featured sermon on Luke 10:27 by Rachel Roche, Carey Baptist College
LOCAL CHURCH MADE A CHEESY COVID SAFETY VIDEO (AND WE LOVE IT!)
Pastor Albert Tang at Pakuranga Chinese Baptist Church mentioned on social media:“Just sharing the video we produced for information and clarification for returning to church…
Worth giving your life for? Grant Harris
Charles Hewlett asks Grant Harris “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Lindy Jacomb
Charles Hewlett asks Lindy Jacomb “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?"
Worth giving your life for? Cameron Jones
Charles Hewlett asks Cameron Jones "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Emma Wells
Charles Hewlett asks Emma Wells “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Blue Bradley
Charles Hewlett asks Blue Bradley "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Chris Beales-White
Charles Hewlett asks Chris Beales-White “Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Worth giving your life for? Caleb Haurua
Charles Hewlett asks Caleb Haurua "“Is pastoral leadership worth giving your life for?”
Local neighbourhoods and the future of the church: Brook Turner and Duane Major (Episode 2)
Charles Hewlett talks with Brook Turner (Vision West Community Trust, Auckland) and Duane Major (South West Baptist Church, Christchurch), asking them what local neighbourhoods are like…
Defining gospel renewal and local neighbourhood: Duane Major and George Wieland (Episode 1)
If you’re wondering how to become aware of the needs in your local community, or how the mission of your church will continue to be…
Understanding your neighbourhood—where is God at work?: Lynne Taylor and Dave Tims (Episode 3)
Lynne Taylor (Baptist Researcher, Dunedin) and Dave Tims (Urban Neighbours of Hope, Auckland), with Charles Hewlett talk about practical tools that can help us understand our neighbourhoods,…
The Bible and Eldership (Better Church Elders: Episode 1)
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do?In this video…