Articles
This is gospel renewal: Kindness, good stewardship and persistent prayer
Four stories of gospel renewal from our local Baptist churches that remind us God is always at work, everywhere.
By whom are we shaped?
This ANZAC Day, Sarah Rice encourages Christians to remember our allegiance is to Jesus, who died for his enemies.
Waiheke pastor’s Baptist church in Myanmar needs your donations and prayers
Donate now to support emergency relief and help rebuild the Baptist Church in Manje, Myanmar, the home village of Waiheke Island Baptist Church pastor Roi…
Tribute to Pope Francis
The late Pope Francis led with humility and deep compassion for those for whom life was hard, writes Charles Hewlett.
Reducing car use for God’s good creation
A Baptist pastor is making the most of New Zealand’s ride-to-work benefit program.
Baptist Union votes in new vice president
Former tech business entrepreneur Brian Smellie will be the Baptist Union’s president in 2026.
Just Baptists: Three NZ men who resisted ‘the system’ to bring about justice
John Tucker discusses justice in the life of Jesus and the actions of three New Zealand Baptists who made doing justice their mission.
Sports chaplains in New Zealand are uniquely placed for local mission
Boosting support for sports chaplains would help them reach thousands of people, on and off the field, says Phil Pawley.
New code of ethics and conduct available to read
Read the new code of ethics and conduct for Baptist pastors and ministry leaders in New Zealand.
Give to the Baptist World Alliance Myanmar earthquake relief fund
Here’s how you can help the Baptist World Alliance in its Myanmar earthquake relief efforts.
Meet the globals! ကမ္ဘာတဝှမ်းမှပုဂ္ဂိုလ်များနှင့်တွေ့ဆုံကြည့်ပါ
A reflection on the uplifting evening celebrating New Zealand’s multicultural Baptist people, with Burmese translation.
Faith on the farm
When her daughter’s Burmese cat goes missing on the farm, Shirley Pearce puts her faith in action.
Pondering: A bicultural church?
“In my opinion, we are importing a secular or political concept into an ecclesiastical structure…”
Seeking God for our next National Leader
Appointing a new denominational leader is a pivotal time for our churches. We invite all churches to unite in prayer for this process.
An invitation to Journey Together
What if mentoring young people became a cornerstone of your church? Journey Together is a practical resource designed to help churches foster meaningful, intergenerational discipleship.
National Council meeting February 2025
Ethics & safety | Vice President nomination | how we hold disagreements and live in unity | mission & ministry | honouring retired leaders |…
Is this the most unique Baptist church in New Zealand?
I visited Immersion Baptist Church...
The groundbreaking impact of Kiwi Baptists’ Bible translation
A New Zealand-led team’s translation of the New Testament into a little-known language helped bring about a major cultural revival and gospel renewal.
A match made in heaven
When an aging Bay of Plenty church with declining numbers handed over its leadership to a bigger church, the benefits were felt in both.
What does God say about doing justice?
Our Christian God identifies with the powerless and the outcasts, which tells us a lot about God’s attitude to justice.
Podcasts
Place-based institutions and the future of the church, with Taylor Marston
How can the experience of place-based institutions such as Sister Cities and Rotary Clubs inform where the church is at in 2025? Taylor shares from…
Luke Kaa-Morgan: John 21
Luke provides leadership for Carey Baptist College and its Treaty journey in his role as Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi (Treaty guide). In this episode,…
The art of disagreeing well, with Hazel Dunn
Treating people with respect and without judgment when we disagree might be one of the hardest things to do, especially in our increasingly polarised world,…
What should we do?
The church is a sleeping giant. But imagine the impact on local communities everywhere if churches awoke to the opportunity this issue presents. This session…
7. The land of Jerusalem and the temple in the New Testament
We remind ourselves of the importance of the land, Jerusalem and temple in ancient Israel and what the New Testament says about that. At the…
6. Living in God’s land
We go back to the Old Testament and look at how God's people are to live in God's land, the exile as the consequence of…
5. Restorationism and Zionism
This episode defines restorationism, political Zionism, and Christian Zionism, and it gives a history of the development of Zionism since it emerged at the end…
4. Jewish and Palestinian perspectives of the land
We go back to the Old Testament and consider the importance of the land of the Bible for ancient Israel and why Jewish people today…
A heart for the future
Given that it's her job to make future projections, what does Katharine Hayhoe say will happen in the future? How do we feel about that? Then…
3. Life in the land of the Holy One: It's complicated
We take a no-holds-barred look at what it is like to live in the West Bank and Gaza today and some Christian responses to that.
2. 4000 years in 40 minutes
A brief potted history of the promised land from the promises to Abraham of Genesis 12 to the present day.
1. Biblical insights: Introduction
Biblical scholar Philip Church and host Lauren Domigan introduce themselves and the background of this series about the gospel and the land of the Bible.
William HC: Titus 3:1-15
Getting to know a kind God. The kindness and love of our Saviour is our true foundation for doing good in this world...
Science – the new taboo?
Given the diverse sources that people get their science information from, how can you know what to trust? And how might climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe…
Faith, creative arts and the power of authentic identity, with Bethany Miller
Welcome to Season 4! We're starting with a compelling conversation with Bethany, who shares her journey of embracing authenticity in Wellington’s creative arts scene. She…
How does the climate crisis affect people?
In a wealthy country with a moderate climate like New Zealand, it's easy to feel unconcerned about our environmental challenge. But what might it mean for…
Phil Halstead: Titus 2:11-15
Phil’s sermon explores the role of mentors and epiphanies in people’s lives.
What’s going on, and where do we stand?
We’ve heard political voices and social media voices, but what might a Christian response to this topic be? As Katharine Hayhoe explains, we face not…
Katie Cuttriss: Titus 2:1-10
Does our character and our actions give witness to the beauty of the gospel? Paul uses the model of a Godly household for missional living…
Paul Windsor: 2 Timothy 4:1-22
In these verses, we see that the apostle Paul carries many people in his heart. We look into the nature of his relationships and how…
Church and the climate crisis: About the series
As we hear daily reports of a changing environment and concerning future scenarios, many Christians are asking what the church's response will be. In this…
John Tucker: 2 Timothy 2:14-26
Open up a scripture that helps us to understand who we are as servants of Jesus and what it means to be emboldened and engaged…
Dan Cuttriss: 2 Timothy 2:1-13
Remain faithful to the work of the gospel, be strong, embrace suffering, have hope.
Elijah Brown: The work of Jesus
Baptist World Alliance Chief Executive Elijah Brown shares stories of Baptists living out kingdom courage and compassion in places of war, persecution and extreme hunger.
Videos
Keynote 2: A church of justice, mercy & humility
Do we have our eyes firmly fixed on Jesus? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Denise Tims, Colin Gruetzmacher and John Tucker to share how…
Wrapping our Easter Camps in prayer
Blue shares how things are shaping up for camp in 2025, the impact on young people, and the practical ways we can help. He encourages…
Keynote 1: God of justice, mercy & humility
What do we want New Zealand Baptists to be known for? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Emma Stokes, John Tucker and Luke Kaa-Morgan to…
How the climate crisis inspired a musical
Charles Hewlett (Baptist national leader) discusses Three Forty One: The Climate Musical with writer/director Steve Worsley about his inspiration for exploring the climate crisis through music and…
Acknowledgement of Baptist Women
An acknowledgement of the negative experiences of some women in our movement. A lament in te reo Māori, Gagana Samoan and Faka-Tonga, and a response…
Hui 2023: Word | Matthew 28:18-20
Cliff Thompson brings the Word from Matthew 28:18-20, encouraging us to go boldly after what God has called us to. When we are lost-people-centric, this…
Hui 2023: Word | Ruth
Lucy Talsma brings the Word from the book of Ruth. Ruth demonstrates the sacrifice in kindness. One of the boldest things we can do is…
Hui 2023: Word | Acts 13 1-3
Eduardo Mendonca brings the Word from Acts 13:1-3. Here we find the church had an ongoing practice of worshiping and seeking the presence of God…
Encounter at the well
This woman has a story to tell! Leaning on research about first-century marriage in Palestine, plus a touch of creative license, we hear from the…
Our true hero
Who is Jesus Christ? Why is he so incredible? This message seeks to answer those questions by examining Jesus’ encounter with three of his close…
God’s acts of the Spirit as God’s love for the world
Walking through Acts 8:26-40, we look at how the Spirit is involved throughout the story of the pursuit and inclusion of the Ethiopian eunuch. In…
Parable of the dishonest manager
What can we learn about Shrewdness and wealth?
Good news for all people
Grace comes to the most unlikely people. Don’t miss it.
When violence meets Jesus
What does encountering Jesus mean for our part in His mission amidst the violence of our hearts and our world?
Jesus, a Lawyer, and a Good Samaritan
Jesus’ stories always contain an element of surprise. His story of the loving Samaritan is certainly shocking. Shocking, of course, because it shows this supposed…
The housing and cost of living crisis: understanding issues and responses
The cost of living and housing crisis is having a significant and ongoing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The issues involved are complex and…
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,…
The tiny kingdom
Matthew 13:31-33. Do we have eyes to see the small, yet significant things that God is doing? Tim Hart is pastor at Māngere Bridge Baptist…
Numbering our days aright
Psalm 90. This sermon explores the life-giving biblical theme of being cognisant of the fragility of life. Phil Halstead is Lecturer: Pastoral Care at Carey…
Beautiful Feet
Romans 10: 13-15; Luke 7:36-50. Nicola reflects on the beautiful feet of Jesus, and the beauty of the feet of those who have shared the…
“Our Father”: on learning to pray
Luke 11:1-2 (Matt 6:9). The two words with which the Lord’s Prayer begins contain the sum of the Gospel. If we can hear afresh the…
Very Good News
Isaiah 52:7; 2 Kings 6:8-23. Gospel—as Christians, it’s one of our most treasured words. But what do we mean by it? We know it means…
To love as Jesus loved
John 13:31-35. In washing his disciples’ feet, Jesus gave them a picture of his forgiveness of them. Then he gave them a new commandment: to…
The wise king’s request
1 Kings 3:5-14. There can be no justice without wisdom. Grace Paddison is a 2022 Carey Baptist College Youth Pastoral Leadership graduate and is at…
Articles
Meet the globals! ကမ္ဘာတဝှမ်းမှပုဂ္ဂိုလ်များနှင့်တွေ့ဆုံကြည့်ပါ
A reflection on the uplifting evening celebrating New Zealand’s multicultural Baptist people, with Burmese translation.
An invitation to Journey Together
What if mentoring young people became a cornerstone of your church? Journey Together is a practical resource designed to help churches foster meaningful, intergenerational discipleship.
Look out Baptist World Congress, Eastgate is coming!
Eastgate Christian Centre is sending some of its youngest, keenest and most perceptive leaders to a global gathering, hoping the investment will pay off in…
Towards being a biblical whānau of faith communities
The annual update from the Northern Baptist Association.
Love as Jesus does
The annual update from the Waikato and Bay of Plenty & Eastland Baptist Associations.
Grief, gathering, networking, challenge and generosity
The annual update from the Lower North Island Baptist Association.
Salt of the earth: Salty people
Transitioning into a new season, Kev acknowledges four remarkable 'salt' people in his final 'Salt of the Earth'.
Waiheke Island women’s conference
Women from churches on the island and in Auckland gather for fellowship and encouragement.
A worldwide webinar by the Global Baptist Network: The Great Commission – Lessons from Lausanne
A webinar on Missional Trends in the 21st Century, Mission to the Workplace, Evangelism and Discipleship, Megacity and Urban Centres, The Persecuted and the Suffering…
Gospel Impact Lab: Empowering young people
At our upcoming National Hui, delegates can create a tool our local Baptist churches can use to equip young people to be disciples of and…
Volunteers – empowered and engaged
Here’s what mainly Ministries has learned over 35 years. We hope it inspires and equips you.
The Lord’s Prayer in te Reo Māori
This ‘Try-lingual’ version of the Lord's Prayer is designed to be read in English and te Reo Māori, with actions to make it all-age friendly.
Kupu for your kete: Resources for Māori Language Week
Helpful online language resources for learning and celebrating te Reo Māori.
From the President: August in Auckland and Northland
Susan shares encouragements found in her visits to Baptist churches in Auckland and Northland.
Salt of the earth: A normal household
A childhood encounter with a conflicted fisherman shows the difference between tasting that the Lord is good and taking refuge in him.
Baptist Student Network: Connecting, supporting Christian students
The Baptist Student Network helps connect our young people into Baptist churches in other cities and offers accommodation and support.
From the President: Being Baptist – better together
Susan’s highlights from the five regional hui this year.
Winners of the Baptist NZ photo competition 2024
We’re delighted to announce the winners! They tell us about their photos and the local ministries they chose to split their prize with.
Deeper into the heart of God
Women share their transformational experiences seeking God together at retreats hosted at Baptist Churches across New Zealand.
Podcasts
Place-based institutions and the future of the church, with Taylor Marston
How can the experience of place-based institutions such as Sister Cities and Rotary Clubs inform where the church is at in 2025? Taylor shares from…
Luke Kaa-Morgan: John 21
Luke provides leadership for Carey Baptist College and its Treaty journey in his role as Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi (Treaty guide). In this episode,…
The art of disagreeing well, with Hazel Dunn
Treating people with respect and without judgment when we disagree might be one of the hardest things to do, especially in our increasingly polarised world,…
What should we do?
The church is a sleeping giant. But imagine the impact on local communities everywhere if churches awoke to the opportunity this issue presents. This session…
7. The land of Jerusalem and the temple in the New Testament
We remind ourselves of the importance of the land, Jerusalem and temple in ancient Israel and what the New Testament says about that. At the…
6. Living in God’s land
We go back to the Old Testament and look at how God's people are to live in God's land, the exile as the consequence of…
5. Restorationism and Zionism
This episode defines restorationism, political Zionism, and Christian Zionism, and it gives a history of the development of Zionism since it emerged at the end…
4. Jewish and Palestinian perspectives of the land
We go back to the Old Testament and consider the importance of the land of the Bible for ancient Israel and why Jewish people today…
A heart for the future
Given that it's her job to make future projections, what does Katharine Hayhoe say will happen in the future? How do we feel about that? Then…
3. Life in the land of the Holy One: It's complicated
We take a no-holds-barred look at what it is like to live in the West Bank and Gaza today and some Christian responses to that.
2. 4000 years in 40 minutes
A brief potted history of the promised land from the promises to Abraham of Genesis 12 to the present day.
1. Biblical insights: Introduction
Biblical scholar Philip Church and host Lauren Domigan introduce themselves and the background of this series about the gospel and the land of the Bible.
William HC: Titus 3:1-15
Getting to know a kind God. The kindness and love of our Saviour is our true foundation for doing good in this world...
Science – the new taboo?
Given the diverse sources that people get their science information from, how can you know what to trust? And how might climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe…
Faith, creative arts and the power of authentic identity, with Bethany Miller
Welcome to Season 4! We're starting with a compelling conversation with Bethany, who shares her journey of embracing authenticity in Wellington’s creative arts scene. She…
How does the climate crisis affect people?
In a wealthy country with a moderate climate like New Zealand, it's easy to feel unconcerned about our environmental challenge. But what might it mean for…
Phil Halstead: Titus 2:11-15
Phil’s sermon explores the role of mentors and epiphanies in people’s lives.
What’s going on, and where do we stand?
We’ve heard political voices and social media voices, but what might a Christian response to this topic be? As Katharine Hayhoe explains, we face not…
Katie Cuttriss: Titus 2:1-10
Does our character and our actions give witness to the beauty of the gospel? Paul uses the model of a Godly household for missional living…
Paul Windsor: 2 Timothy 4:1-22
In these verses, we see that the apostle Paul carries many people in his heart. We look into the nature of his relationships and how…
Church and the climate crisis: About the series
As we hear daily reports of a changing environment and concerning future scenarios, many Christians are asking what the church's response will be. In this…
John Tucker: 2 Timothy 2:14-26
Open up a scripture that helps us to understand who we are as servants of Jesus and what it means to be emboldened and engaged…
Dan Cuttriss: 2 Timothy 2:1-13
Remain faithful to the work of the gospel, be strong, embrace suffering, have hope.
Elijah Brown: The work of Jesus
Baptist World Alliance Chief Executive Elijah Brown shares stories of Baptists living out kingdom courage and compassion in places of war, persecution and extreme hunger.
Videos
Keynote 2: A church of justice, mercy & humility
Do we have our eyes firmly fixed on Jesus? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Denise Tims, Colin Gruetzmacher and John Tucker to share how…
Wrapping our Easter Camps in prayer
Blue shares how things are shaping up for camp in 2025, the impact on young people, and the practical ways we can help. He encourages…
Keynote 1: God of justice, mercy & humility
What do we want New Zealand Baptists to be known for? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Emma Stokes, John Tucker and Luke Kaa-Morgan to…
How the climate crisis inspired a musical
Charles Hewlett (Baptist national leader) discusses Three Forty One: The Climate Musical with writer/director Steve Worsley about his inspiration for exploring the climate crisis through music and…
Acknowledgement of Baptist Women
An acknowledgement of the negative experiences of some women in our movement. A lament in te reo Māori, Gagana Samoan and Faka-Tonga, and a response…
Hui 2023: Word | Matthew 28:18-20
Cliff Thompson brings the Word from Matthew 28:18-20, encouraging us to go boldly after what God has called us to. When we are lost-people-centric, this…
Hui 2023: Word | Ruth
Lucy Talsma brings the Word from the book of Ruth. Ruth demonstrates the sacrifice in kindness. One of the boldest things we can do is…
Hui 2023: Word | Acts 13 1-3
Eduardo Mendonca brings the Word from Acts 13:1-3. Here we find the church had an ongoing practice of worshiping and seeking the presence of God…
Encounter at the well
This woman has a story to tell! Leaning on research about first-century marriage in Palestine, plus a touch of creative license, we hear from the…
Our true hero
Who is Jesus Christ? Why is he so incredible? This message seeks to answer those questions by examining Jesus’ encounter with three of his close…
God’s acts of the Spirit as God’s love for the world
Walking through Acts 8:26-40, we look at how the Spirit is involved throughout the story of the pursuit and inclusion of the Ethiopian eunuch. In…
Parable of the dishonest manager
What can we learn about Shrewdness and wealth?
Good news for all people
Grace comes to the most unlikely people. Don’t miss it.
When violence meets Jesus
What does encountering Jesus mean for our part in His mission amidst the violence of our hearts and our world?
Jesus, a Lawyer, and a Good Samaritan
Jesus’ stories always contain an element of surprise. His story of the loving Samaritan is certainly shocking. Shocking, of course, because it shows this supposed…
The housing and cost of living crisis: understanding issues and responses
The cost of living and housing crisis is having a significant and ongoing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The issues involved are complex and…
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,…
The tiny kingdom
Matthew 13:31-33. Do we have eyes to see the small, yet significant things that God is doing? Tim Hart is pastor at Māngere Bridge Baptist…
Numbering our days aright
Psalm 90. This sermon explores the life-giving biblical theme of being cognisant of the fragility of life. Phil Halstead is Lecturer: Pastoral Care at Carey…
Beautiful Feet
Romans 10: 13-15; Luke 7:36-50. Nicola reflects on the beautiful feet of Jesus, and the beauty of the feet of those who have shared the…
“Our Father”: on learning to pray
Luke 11:1-2 (Matt 6:9). The two words with which the Lord’s Prayer begins contain the sum of the Gospel. If we can hear afresh the…
Very Good News
Isaiah 52:7; 2 Kings 6:8-23. Gospel—as Christians, it’s one of our most treasured words. But what do we mean by it? We know it means…
To love as Jesus loved
John 13:31-35. In washing his disciples’ feet, Jesus gave them a picture of his forgiveness of them. Then he gave them a new commandment: to…
The wise king’s request
1 Kings 3:5-14. There can be no justice without wisdom. Grace Paddison is a 2022 Carey Baptist College Youth Pastoral Leadership graduate and is at…
Articles
This is gospel renewal: Kindness, good stewardship and persistent prayer
Four stories of gospel renewal from our local Baptist churches that remind us God is always at work, everywhere.
Waiheke pastor’s Baptist church in Myanmar needs your donations and prayers
Donate now to support emergency relief and help rebuild the Baptist Church in Manje, Myanmar, the home village of Waiheke Island Baptist Church pastor Roi…
Sports chaplains in New Zealand are uniquely placed for local mission
Boosting support for sports chaplains would help them reach thousands of people, on and off the field, says Phil Pawley.
Give to the Baptist World Alliance Myanmar earthquake relief fund
Here’s how you can help the Baptist World Alliance in its Myanmar earthquake relief efforts.
Is this the most unique Baptist church in New Zealand?
I visited Immersion Baptist Church...
The groundbreaking impact of Kiwi Baptists’ Bible translation
A New Zealand-led team’s translation of the New Testament into a little-known language helped bring about a major cultural revival and gospel renewal.
Hui ā Māori 2025
First details for this year's Hui ā Māori – save the date!
Join the adventure: Experience eCamp and make a difference!
Could you volunteer this Easter and wear a red hat?
How you can help in this urgent humanitarian crisis
The global Baptist movement calls for urgent help as a drop in humanitarian aid impacts millions.
Mercy is a verb that will transform the world
God’s mercy towards us and the mercy that we are to show each other is world-transforming stuff, says Emma Stokes.
Wrapping our Easter Camps in prayer
How things are shaping up for camp this year, the impact on young people, and the practical ways we can help.
Our new purpose
The annual update from Baptist Women New Zealand for 2024.
It started with a kiss…
Mainly music Visionary Jo Hood has seen a lot of change in the 35 years since founding mainly music.
Taxation and the church: Submissions are open
Is your church aware of the review? Could you participate in it?
Stepping into our potential
The annual update from the Otago & Southland Baptist Association.
Associating can be so enriching
The annual update from the Upper South Baptist Association.
Growing Young: Revitalising the church from the grassroots
The annual update from Youth Catalyst Ethan Miller for 2024.
Shaping the Baptist movement for future generations
The annual update from Operations and Finance Director Wayne Schache for 2024.
Could your community project be eligible for Tindall Foundation funding?
Local Baptist churches are successfully applying to the Tindall Foundation Fund to run projects and courses that benefit their communities.
Supporting our Baptist churches in their mission
The annual update from the General Director of Arotahi, Alan Jamieson, and the Chair of Mission Council and the Develop Together Board, Ruby Duncan, for…
Podcasts
Place-based institutions and the future of the church, with Taylor Marston
How can the experience of place-based institutions such as Sister Cities and Rotary Clubs inform where the church is at in 2025? Taylor shares from…
Luke Kaa-Morgan: John 21
Luke provides leadership for Carey Baptist College and its Treaty journey in his role as Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi (Treaty guide). In this episode,…
The art of disagreeing well, with Hazel Dunn
Treating people with respect and without judgment when we disagree might be one of the hardest things to do, especially in our increasingly polarised world,…
What should we do?
The church is a sleeping giant. But imagine the impact on local communities everywhere if churches awoke to the opportunity this issue presents. This session…
7. The land of Jerusalem and the temple in the New Testament
We remind ourselves of the importance of the land, Jerusalem and temple in ancient Israel and what the New Testament says about that. At the…
6. Living in God’s land
We go back to the Old Testament and look at how God's people are to live in God's land, the exile as the consequence of…
5. Restorationism and Zionism
This episode defines restorationism, political Zionism, and Christian Zionism, and it gives a history of the development of Zionism since it emerged at the end…
4. Jewish and Palestinian perspectives of the land
We go back to the Old Testament and consider the importance of the land of the Bible for ancient Israel and why Jewish people today…
A heart for the future
Given that it's her job to make future projections, what does Katharine Hayhoe say will happen in the future? How do we feel about that? Then…
3. Life in the land of the Holy One: It's complicated
We take a no-holds-barred look at what it is like to live in the West Bank and Gaza today and some Christian responses to that.
2. 4000 years in 40 minutes
A brief potted history of the promised land from the promises to Abraham of Genesis 12 to the present day.
1. Biblical insights: Introduction
Biblical scholar Philip Church and host Lauren Domigan introduce themselves and the background of this series about the gospel and the land of the Bible.
William HC: Titus 3:1-15
Getting to know a kind God. The kindness and love of our Saviour is our true foundation for doing good in this world...
Science – the new taboo?
Given the diverse sources that people get their science information from, how can you know what to trust? And how might climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe…
Faith, creative arts and the power of authentic identity, with Bethany Miller
Welcome to Season 4! We're starting with a compelling conversation with Bethany, who shares her journey of embracing authenticity in Wellington’s creative arts scene. She…
How does the climate crisis affect people?
In a wealthy country with a moderate climate like New Zealand, it's easy to feel unconcerned about our environmental challenge. But what might it mean for…
Phil Halstead: Titus 2:11-15
Phil’s sermon explores the role of mentors and epiphanies in people’s lives.
What’s going on, and where do we stand?
We’ve heard political voices and social media voices, but what might a Christian response to this topic be? As Katharine Hayhoe explains, we face not…
Katie Cuttriss: Titus 2:1-10
Does our character and our actions give witness to the beauty of the gospel? Paul uses the model of a Godly household for missional living…
Paul Windsor: 2 Timothy 4:1-22
In these verses, we see that the apostle Paul carries many people in his heart. We look into the nature of his relationships and how…
Church and the climate crisis: About the series
As we hear daily reports of a changing environment and concerning future scenarios, many Christians are asking what the church's response will be. In this…
John Tucker: 2 Timothy 2:14-26
Open up a scripture that helps us to understand who we are as servants of Jesus and what it means to be emboldened and engaged…
Dan Cuttriss: 2 Timothy 2:1-13
Remain faithful to the work of the gospel, be strong, embrace suffering, have hope.
Elijah Brown: The work of Jesus
Baptist World Alliance Chief Executive Elijah Brown shares stories of Baptists living out kingdom courage and compassion in places of war, persecution and extreme hunger.
Videos
Keynote 2: A church of justice, mercy & humility
Do we have our eyes firmly fixed on Jesus? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Denise Tims, Colin Gruetzmacher and John Tucker to share how…
Wrapping our Easter Camps in prayer
Blue shares how things are shaping up for camp in 2025, the impact on young people, and the practical ways we can help. He encourages…
Keynote 1: God of justice, mercy & humility
What do we want New Zealand Baptists to be known for? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Emma Stokes, John Tucker and Luke Kaa-Morgan to…
How the climate crisis inspired a musical
Charles Hewlett (Baptist national leader) discusses Three Forty One: The Climate Musical with writer/director Steve Worsley about his inspiration for exploring the climate crisis through music and…
Acknowledgement of Baptist Women
An acknowledgement of the negative experiences of some women in our movement. A lament in te reo Māori, Gagana Samoan and Faka-Tonga, and a response…
Hui 2023: Word | Matthew 28:18-20
Cliff Thompson brings the Word from Matthew 28:18-20, encouraging us to go boldly after what God has called us to. When we are lost-people-centric, this…
Hui 2023: Word | Ruth
Lucy Talsma brings the Word from the book of Ruth. Ruth demonstrates the sacrifice in kindness. One of the boldest things we can do is…
Hui 2023: Word | Acts 13 1-3
Eduardo Mendonca brings the Word from Acts 13:1-3. Here we find the church had an ongoing practice of worshiping and seeking the presence of God…
Encounter at the well
This woman has a story to tell! Leaning on research about first-century marriage in Palestine, plus a touch of creative license, we hear from the…
Our true hero
Who is Jesus Christ? Why is he so incredible? This message seeks to answer those questions by examining Jesus’ encounter with three of his close…
God’s acts of the Spirit as God’s love for the world
Walking through Acts 8:26-40, we look at how the Spirit is involved throughout the story of the pursuit and inclusion of the Ethiopian eunuch. In…
Parable of the dishonest manager
What can we learn about Shrewdness and wealth?
Good news for all people
Grace comes to the most unlikely people. Don’t miss it.
When violence meets Jesus
What does encountering Jesus mean for our part in His mission amidst the violence of our hearts and our world?
Jesus, a Lawyer, and a Good Samaritan
Jesus’ stories always contain an element of surprise. His story of the loving Samaritan is certainly shocking. Shocking, of course, because it shows this supposed…
The housing and cost of living crisis: understanding issues and responses
The cost of living and housing crisis is having a significant and ongoing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The issues involved are complex and…
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,…
The tiny kingdom
Matthew 13:31-33. Do we have eyes to see the small, yet significant things that God is doing? Tim Hart is pastor at Māngere Bridge Baptist…
Numbering our days aright
Psalm 90. This sermon explores the life-giving biblical theme of being cognisant of the fragility of life. Phil Halstead is Lecturer: Pastoral Care at Carey…
Beautiful Feet
Romans 10: 13-15; Luke 7:36-50. Nicola reflects on the beautiful feet of Jesus, and the beauty of the feet of those who have shared the…
“Our Father”: on learning to pray
Luke 11:1-2 (Matt 6:9). The two words with which the Lord’s Prayer begins contain the sum of the Gospel. If we can hear afresh the…
Very Good News
Isaiah 52:7; 2 Kings 6:8-23. Gospel—as Christians, it’s one of our most treasured words. But what do we mean by it? We know it means…
To love as Jesus loved
John 13:31-35. In washing his disciples’ feet, Jesus gave them a picture of his forgiveness of them. Then he gave them a new commandment: to…
The wise king’s request
1 Kings 3:5-14. There can be no justice without wisdom. Grace Paddison is a 2022 Carey Baptist College Youth Pastoral Leadership graduate and is at…
Articles
Tribute to Pope Francis
The late Pope Francis led with humility and deep compassion for those for whom life was hard, writes Charles Hewlett.
Reducing car use for God’s good creation
A Baptist pastor is making the most of New Zealand’s ride-to-work benefit program.
Baptist Union votes in new vice president
Former tech business entrepreneur Brian Smellie will be the Baptist Union’s president in 2026.
New code of ethics and conduct available to read
Read the new code of ethics and conduct for Baptist pastors and ministry leaders in New Zealand.
Seeking God for our next National Leader
Appointing a new denominational leader is a pivotal time for our churches. We invite all churches to unite in prayer for this process.
National Council meeting February 2025
Ethics & safety | Vice President nomination | how we hold disagreements and live in unity | mission & ministry | honouring retired leaders |…
A match made in heaven
When an aging Bay of Plenty church with declining numbers handed over its leadership to a bigger church, the benefits were felt in both.
About our 2025 Vice President nominee
Learn more about Brian Smellie, how he was nominated for Vice President, and the process for voting.
Some advice for myself
Ahead of International Women’s Day, pastor Shelley Motu’apuaka reflects on why abiding in Jesus so hard for some women, especially those in leadership.
Update: Abuse in Care Response Group has been formed
We are pleased to announce the members of the ACRCI Response Group and to thank them for their service to our union of churches.
The latest on the serious misconduct process
An update on the status of the Baptist Union’s serious misconduct process.
Safe, healthy, robust leaders
The annual update from Leadership Co-ordination Director Karen Warner for 2024.
Five ways the Lord has blessed our college
The annual update from former Carey Baptist College Principal John Tucker for 2024.
Nurturing Christ-like leaders and thriving faith communities
Our college has conducted an extensive strategic review.
Youth ministry: Would your church pass the marshmallow test?
Youth ministry can be a frustratingly expensive long-term investment – but a necessary one if New Zealand’s Baptist movement is to survive.
Introducing Allan Taylor, 2025 President of the Baptist Union
Allan Taylor will focus on pastors and prayer in his term as President of the Baptist Union.
National Council meeting December 2024
Reports from subcommittees | Strategic direction setting | National Leader search process | Meeting with Te Whāriki
Call for expressions of interest: Abuse in Care Royal Commission of Inquiry Response Group
We (Baptist churches) are establishing a group to ensure the action we take is thorough and well informed.
Principal: Expressions of interest
We are at the beginning of the process for recruiting a new Principal for Carey Baptist College.
‘Tis the season…for Baptist Registrations!
At our National Hui last month, we celebrated 36 people becoming fully registered pastors, chaplains, kaiārahi Māori, ministry/mission and Baptist entity leaders.
Podcasts
Place-based institutions and the future of the church, with Taylor Marston
How can the experience of place-based institutions such as Sister Cities and Rotary Clubs inform where the church is at in 2025? Taylor shares from…
Luke Kaa-Morgan: John 21
Luke provides leadership for Carey Baptist College and its Treaty journey in his role as Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi (Treaty guide). In this episode,…
The art of disagreeing well, with Hazel Dunn
Treating people with respect and without judgment when we disagree might be one of the hardest things to do, especially in our increasingly polarised world,…
What should we do?
The church is a sleeping giant. But imagine the impact on local communities everywhere if churches awoke to the opportunity this issue presents. This session…
7. The land of Jerusalem and the temple in the New Testament
We remind ourselves of the importance of the land, Jerusalem and temple in ancient Israel and what the New Testament says about that. At the…
6. Living in God’s land
We go back to the Old Testament and look at how God's people are to live in God's land, the exile as the consequence of…
5. Restorationism and Zionism
This episode defines restorationism, political Zionism, and Christian Zionism, and it gives a history of the development of Zionism since it emerged at the end…
4. Jewish and Palestinian perspectives of the land
We go back to the Old Testament and consider the importance of the land of the Bible for ancient Israel and why Jewish people today…
A heart for the future
Given that it's her job to make future projections, what does Katharine Hayhoe say will happen in the future? How do we feel about that? Then…
3. Life in the land of the Holy One: It's complicated
We take a no-holds-barred look at what it is like to live in the West Bank and Gaza today and some Christian responses to that.
2. 4000 years in 40 minutes
A brief potted history of the promised land from the promises to Abraham of Genesis 12 to the present day.
1. Biblical insights: Introduction
Biblical scholar Philip Church and host Lauren Domigan introduce themselves and the background of this series about the gospel and the land of the Bible.
William HC: Titus 3:1-15
Getting to know a kind God. The kindness and love of our Saviour is our true foundation for doing good in this world...
Science – the new taboo?
Given the diverse sources that people get their science information from, how can you know what to trust? And how might climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe…
Faith, creative arts and the power of authentic identity, with Bethany Miller
Welcome to Season 4! We're starting with a compelling conversation with Bethany, who shares her journey of embracing authenticity in Wellington’s creative arts scene. She…
How does the climate crisis affect people?
In a wealthy country with a moderate climate like New Zealand, it's easy to feel unconcerned about our environmental challenge. But what might it mean for…
Phil Halstead: Titus 2:11-15
Phil’s sermon explores the role of mentors and epiphanies in people’s lives.
What’s going on, and where do we stand?
We’ve heard political voices and social media voices, but what might a Christian response to this topic be? As Katharine Hayhoe explains, we face not…
Katie Cuttriss: Titus 2:1-10
Does our character and our actions give witness to the beauty of the gospel? Paul uses the model of a Godly household for missional living…
Paul Windsor: 2 Timothy 4:1-22
In these verses, we see that the apostle Paul carries many people in his heart. We look into the nature of his relationships and how…
Church and the climate crisis: About the series
As we hear daily reports of a changing environment and concerning future scenarios, many Christians are asking what the church's response will be. In this…
John Tucker: 2 Timothy 2:14-26
Open up a scripture that helps us to understand who we are as servants of Jesus and what it means to be emboldened and engaged…
Dan Cuttriss: 2 Timothy 2:1-13
Remain faithful to the work of the gospel, be strong, embrace suffering, have hope.
Elijah Brown: The work of Jesus
Baptist World Alliance Chief Executive Elijah Brown shares stories of Baptists living out kingdom courage and compassion in places of war, persecution and extreme hunger.
Videos
Keynote 2: A church of justice, mercy & humility
Do we have our eyes firmly fixed on Jesus? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Denise Tims, Colin Gruetzmacher and John Tucker to share how…
Wrapping our Easter Camps in prayer
Blue shares how things are shaping up for camp in 2025, the impact on young people, and the practical ways we can help. He encourages…
Keynote 1: God of justice, mercy & humility
What do we want New Zealand Baptists to be known for? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Emma Stokes, John Tucker and Luke Kaa-Morgan to…
How the climate crisis inspired a musical
Charles Hewlett (Baptist national leader) discusses Three Forty One: The Climate Musical with writer/director Steve Worsley about his inspiration for exploring the climate crisis through music and…
Acknowledgement of Baptist Women
An acknowledgement of the negative experiences of some women in our movement. A lament in te reo Māori, Gagana Samoan and Faka-Tonga, and a response…
Hui 2023: Word | Matthew 28:18-20
Cliff Thompson brings the Word from Matthew 28:18-20, encouraging us to go boldly after what God has called us to. When we are lost-people-centric, this…
Hui 2023: Word | Ruth
Lucy Talsma brings the Word from the book of Ruth. Ruth demonstrates the sacrifice in kindness. One of the boldest things we can do is…
Hui 2023: Word | Acts 13 1-3
Eduardo Mendonca brings the Word from Acts 13:1-3. Here we find the church had an ongoing practice of worshiping and seeking the presence of God…
Encounter at the well
This woman has a story to tell! Leaning on research about first-century marriage in Palestine, plus a touch of creative license, we hear from the…
Our true hero
Who is Jesus Christ? Why is he so incredible? This message seeks to answer those questions by examining Jesus’ encounter with three of his close…
God’s acts of the Spirit as God’s love for the world
Walking through Acts 8:26-40, we look at how the Spirit is involved throughout the story of the pursuit and inclusion of the Ethiopian eunuch. In…
Parable of the dishonest manager
What can we learn about Shrewdness and wealth?
Good news for all people
Grace comes to the most unlikely people. Don’t miss it.
When violence meets Jesus
What does encountering Jesus mean for our part in His mission amidst the violence of our hearts and our world?
Jesus, a Lawyer, and a Good Samaritan
Jesus’ stories always contain an element of surprise. His story of the loving Samaritan is certainly shocking. Shocking, of course, because it shows this supposed…
The housing and cost of living crisis: understanding issues and responses
The cost of living and housing crisis is having a significant and ongoing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The issues involved are complex and…
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,…
The tiny kingdom
Matthew 13:31-33. Do we have eyes to see the small, yet significant things that God is doing? Tim Hart is pastor at Māngere Bridge Baptist…
Numbering our days aright
Psalm 90. This sermon explores the life-giving biblical theme of being cognisant of the fragility of life. Phil Halstead is Lecturer: Pastoral Care at Carey…
Beautiful Feet
Romans 10: 13-15; Luke 7:36-50. Nicola reflects on the beautiful feet of Jesus, and the beauty of the feet of those who have shared the…
“Our Father”: on learning to pray
Luke 11:1-2 (Matt 6:9). The two words with which the Lord’s Prayer begins contain the sum of the Gospel. If we can hear afresh the…
Very Good News
Isaiah 52:7; 2 Kings 6:8-23. Gospel—as Christians, it’s one of our most treasured words. But what do we mean by it? We know it means…
To love as Jesus loved
John 13:31-35. In washing his disciples’ feet, Jesus gave them a picture of his forgiveness of them. Then he gave them a new commandment: to…
The wise king’s request
1 Kings 3:5-14. There can be no justice without wisdom. Grace Paddison is a 2022 Carey Baptist College Youth Pastoral Leadership graduate and is at…
Articles
Good things take time
The annual update from Christian Savings for 2024.
How the climate crisis inspired a musical
Charles Hewlett discusses THREE FORTY ONE: The Climate Musical with writer/director Steve Worsley about his inspiration for exploring the climate crisis through music and drama.
The future of Baptist Research and History
Changes to the Baptist Research and Historical Society as announced at the 2023 National Hui.
A Baptist overview of the Church Life Survey results
A deep dive into the recent national Church Life Survey data from a Baptist perspective.
Children in church life
How is our faith community shaping children’s experiences and being shaped by children’s participation?
Children in relationship with God
Passing on relational connection as well as knowledge to the next generation.
Survey on power and authority in the church
One of our Carey lecturers seeks your help with a book she is writing.
Faith formation in children
The ideas influencing the ‘what’ and ‘how’ of children’s faith.
Belonging in this land: Treaty basics from a Christian perspective
How can we respond to te Tiriti o Waitangi relationship personally and in our church community context?
Israel and Palestine: What are your questions?
One of our Biblical Scholars will address questions we have about Israel and Palestine – if you have a question about the current conflict, the…
5-star biblical preaching
For the fifth of people in our Baptist churches listening to podcasts, here’s a new one containing biblical preaching, and it has a 5-star rating!
Your faith community needs YOU
Do you like to write? Can you capture a story? For nearly 150 years Baptist churches in New Zealand have been sharing articles, stories, news…
The Baptist NZ photo competition
Sponsored by Christian Savings. First prize: $1000...
New managers at Baptist Student Hostel, Palmerston North
Tony and Janine are excited to meet and offer genuine Christian care and support to the awesome students living away from home...
Introducing Jesus through arts and science
An intergenerational style of church that explores faith through hands-on activities...
Help keep our children safe
Baptist churches need to be safe communities for all of us. That’s why we’re providing free Child Protection Policy training for anyone who works with…
Reaching the finish line
The annual update from Christian Savings for 2023.
Our comms: Content and resources that engage
The annual update from our Communications Director, Mike Crudge, for 2023.
Podcasts
Place-based institutions and the future of the church, with Taylor Marston
How can the experience of place-based institutions such as Sister Cities and Rotary Clubs inform where the church is at in 2025? Taylor shares from…
Luke Kaa-Morgan: John 21
Luke provides leadership for Carey Baptist College and its Treaty journey in his role as Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi (Treaty guide). In this episode,…
The art of disagreeing well, with Hazel Dunn
Treating people with respect and without judgment when we disagree might be one of the hardest things to do, especially in our increasingly polarised world,…
What should we do?
The church is a sleeping giant. But imagine the impact on local communities everywhere if churches awoke to the opportunity this issue presents. This session…
7. The land of Jerusalem and the temple in the New Testament
We remind ourselves of the importance of the land, Jerusalem and temple in ancient Israel and what the New Testament says about that. At the…
6. Living in God’s land
We go back to the Old Testament and look at how God's people are to live in God's land, the exile as the consequence of…
5. Restorationism and Zionism
This episode defines restorationism, political Zionism, and Christian Zionism, and it gives a history of the development of Zionism since it emerged at the end…
4. Jewish and Palestinian perspectives of the land
We go back to the Old Testament and consider the importance of the land of the Bible for ancient Israel and why Jewish people today…
A heart for the future
Given that it's her job to make future projections, what does Katharine Hayhoe say will happen in the future? How do we feel about that? Then…
3. Life in the land of the Holy One: It's complicated
We take a no-holds-barred look at what it is like to live in the West Bank and Gaza today and some Christian responses to that.
2. 4000 years in 40 minutes
A brief potted history of the promised land from the promises to Abraham of Genesis 12 to the present day.
1. Biblical insights: Introduction
Biblical scholar Philip Church and host Lauren Domigan introduce themselves and the background of this series about the gospel and the land of the Bible.
William HC: Titus 3:1-15
Getting to know a kind God. The kindness and love of our Saviour is our true foundation for doing good in this world...
Science – the new taboo?
Given the diverse sources that people get their science information from, how can you know what to trust? And how might climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe…
Faith, creative arts and the power of authentic identity, with Bethany Miller
Welcome to Season 4! We're starting with a compelling conversation with Bethany, who shares her journey of embracing authenticity in Wellington’s creative arts scene. She…
How does the climate crisis affect people?
In a wealthy country with a moderate climate like New Zealand, it's easy to feel unconcerned about our environmental challenge. But what might it mean for…
Phil Halstead: Titus 2:11-15
Phil’s sermon explores the role of mentors and epiphanies in people’s lives.
What’s going on, and where do we stand?
We’ve heard political voices and social media voices, but what might a Christian response to this topic be? As Katharine Hayhoe explains, we face not…
Katie Cuttriss: Titus 2:1-10
Does our character and our actions give witness to the beauty of the gospel? Paul uses the model of a Godly household for missional living…
Paul Windsor: 2 Timothy 4:1-22
In these verses, we see that the apostle Paul carries many people in his heart. We look into the nature of his relationships and how…
Church and the climate crisis: About the series
As we hear daily reports of a changing environment and concerning future scenarios, many Christians are asking what the church's response will be. In this…
John Tucker: 2 Timothy 2:14-26
Open up a scripture that helps us to understand who we are as servants of Jesus and what it means to be emboldened and engaged…
Dan Cuttriss: 2 Timothy 2:1-13
Remain faithful to the work of the gospel, be strong, embrace suffering, have hope.
Elijah Brown: The work of Jesus
Baptist World Alliance Chief Executive Elijah Brown shares stories of Baptists living out kingdom courage and compassion in places of war, persecution and extreme hunger.
Videos
Keynote 2: A church of justice, mercy & humility
Do we have our eyes firmly fixed on Jesus? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Denise Tims, Colin Gruetzmacher and John Tucker to share how…
Wrapping our Easter Camps in prayer
Blue shares how things are shaping up for camp in 2025, the impact on young people, and the practical ways we can help. He encourages…
Keynote 1: God of justice, mercy & humility
What do we want New Zealand Baptists to be known for? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Emma Stokes, John Tucker and Luke Kaa-Morgan to…
How the climate crisis inspired a musical
Charles Hewlett (Baptist national leader) discusses Three Forty One: The Climate Musical with writer/director Steve Worsley about his inspiration for exploring the climate crisis through music and…
Acknowledgement of Baptist Women
An acknowledgement of the negative experiences of some women in our movement. A lament in te reo Māori, Gagana Samoan and Faka-Tonga, and a response…
Hui 2023: Word | Matthew 28:18-20
Cliff Thompson brings the Word from Matthew 28:18-20, encouraging us to go boldly after what God has called us to. When we are lost-people-centric, this…
Hui 2023: Word | Ruth
Lucy Talsma brings the Word from the book of Ruth. Ruth demonstrates the sacrifice in kindness. One of the boldest things we can do is…
Hui 2023: Word | Acts 13 1-3
Eduardo Mendonca brings the Word from Acts 13:1-3. Here we find the church had an ongoing practice of worshiping and seeking the presence of God…
Encounter at the well
This woman has a story to tell! Leaning on research about first-century marriage in Palestine, plus a touch of creative license, we hear from the…
Our true hero
Who is Jesus Christ? Why is he so incredible? This message seeks to answer those questions by examining Jesus’ encounter with three of his close…
God’s acts of the Spirit as God’s love for the world
Walking through Acts 8:26-40, we look at how the Spirit is involved throughout the story of the pursuit and inclusion of the Ethiopian eunuch. In…
Parable of the dishonest manager
What can we learn about Shrewdness and wealth?
Good news for all people
Grace comes to the most unlikely people. Don’t miss it.
When violence meets Jesus
What does encountering Jesus mean for our part in His mission amidst the violence of our hearts and our world?
Jesus, a Lawyer, and a Good Samaritan
Jesus’ stories always contain an element of surprise. His story of the loving Samaritan is certainly shocking. Shocking, of course, because it shows this supposed…
The housing and cost of living crisis: understanding issues and responses
The cost of living and housing crisis is having a significant and ongoing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The issues involved are complex and…
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,…
The tiny kingdom
Matthew 13:31-33. Do we have eyes to see the small, yet significant things that God is doing? Tim Hart is pastor at Māngere Bridge Baptist…
Numbering our days aright
Psalm 90. This sermon explores the life-giving biblical theme of being cognisant of the fragility of life. Phil Halstead is Lecturer: Pastoral Care at Carey…
Beautiful Feet
Romans 10: 13-15; Luke 7:36-50. Nicola reflects on the beautiful feet of Jesus, and the beauty of the feet of those who have shared the…
“Our Father”: on learning to pray
Luke 11:1-2 (Matt 6:9). The two words with which the Lord’s Prayer begins contain the sum of the Gospel. If we can hear afresh the…
Very Good News
Isaiah 52:7; 2 Kings 6:8-23. Gospel—as Christians, it’s one of our most treasured words. But what do we mean by it? We know it means…
To love as Jesus loved
John 13:31-35. In washing his disciples’ feet, Jesus gave them a picture of his forgiveness of them. Then he gave them a new commandment: to…
The wise king’s request
1 Kings 3:5-14. There can be no justice without wisdom. Grace Paddison is a 2022 Carey Baptist College Youth Pastoral Leadership graduate and is at…
Articles
By whom are we shaped?
This ANZAC Day, Sarah Rice encourages Christians to remember our allegiance is to Jesus, who died for his enemies.
Just Baptists: Three NZ men who resisted ‘the system’ to bring about justice
John Tucker discusses justice in the life of Jesus and the actions of three New Zealand Baptists who made doing justice their mission.
Faith on the farm
When her daughter’s Burmese cat goes missing on the farm, Shirley Pearce puts her faith in action.
What does God say about doing justice?
Our Christian God identifies with the powerless and the outcasts, which tells us a lot about God’s attitude to justice.
Lent it go: How New Zealand Baptist churches are observing the Lenten season
From art installations and burning prayers to exploring the Arma Christi, New Zealand Baptist churches are creatively engaging in Lent.
Accessing God’s power through corporate prayer
The same power that raised Jesus from the dead is available to us through prayer.
Looking back and looking ahead: A New Year’s reflection
The thin space and sacred moment of New Year’s is the perfect time to look back, review our diaries, and remember how God has helped…
Daily Advent Readings: Sunday 15 December to Saturday 21 December
The third week of readings and prayers for Advent, provided by Arotahi, our missionary society.
Daily Advent Readings: Sunday 8 December to Saturday 14 December
The second week of readings and prayers for Advent, provided by Arotahi, our missionary society.
A lament for women in the Baptist movement
A powerful lament given by Baptist Women New Zealand to 2024 National Hui delegates acknowledging the negative experiences of some women in our movement.
Daily Advent Readings: Sunday 1 December to Saturday 7 December
The first seven days of readings and prayers for each day of Advent, provided by Arotahi our missionary society.
Te Tiriti opinions should be informed by true knowledge of and relationship with Māori. That wasn’t.
Māori did not cede sovereignty by signing te Tiriti o Waitangi, and those who say otherwise are unlikely to have much engagement or relationship with…
The Lord’s Prayer in te Reo Māori
This ‘Try-lingual’ version of the Lord's Prayer is designed to be read in English and te Reo Māori, with actions to make it all-age friendly.
Kupu for your kete: Resources for Māori Language Week
Helpful online language resources for learning and celebrating te Reo Māori.
Rare event forecast for July
What will it be like when profound individual journeys of praying, wrestling with and singing the Psalms join together?
Singing for a change
“…be formed, confronted, enriched, and renewed as we linger in the Psalms as a community.”
It’s time to grow up . . . the Psalms can help
In the psalms, we discover God speaks our language and has given us scripts to use as language lessons to help us grow in our…
Outdoor worship services
Ilam Baptist Church brings their worship services out into God’s creation – An interview about the inspiration, the experiences, and the learnings.
Baptist kids enriching worship in Aotearoa
Kids’ Band from South West Baptist Church (Ōtautahi) release 4 singles.
Global Worship Service 2023
Ladies, an invite to connect with Baptist women worldwide in joint worship and prayer next month.
Podcasts
Place-based institutions and the future of the church, with Taylor Marston
How can the experience of place-based institutions such as Sister Cities and Rotary Clubs inform where the church is at in 2025? Taylor shares from…
Luke Kaa-Morgan: John 21
Luke provides leadership for Carey Baptist College and its Treaty journey in his role as Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi (Treaty guide). In this episode,…
The art of disagreeing well, with Hazel Dunn
Treating people with respect and without judgment when we disagree might be one of the hardest things to do, especially in our increasingly polarised world,…
What should we do?
The church is a sleeping giant. But imagine the impact on local communities everywhere if churches awoke to the opportunity this issue presents. This session…
7. The land of Jerusalem and the temple in the New Testament
We remind ourselves of the importance of the land, Jerusalem and temple in ancient Israel and what the New Testament says about that. At the…
6. Living in God’s land
We go back to the Old Testament and look at how God's people are to live in God's land, the exile as the consequence of…
5. Restorationism and Zionism
This episode defines restorationism, political Zionism, and Christian Zionism, and it gives a history of the development of Zionism since it emerged at the end…
4. Jewish and Palestinian perspectives of the land
We go back to the Old Testament and consider the importance of the land of the Bible for ancient Israel and why Jewish people today…
A heart for the future
Given that it's her job to make future projections, what does Katharine Hayhoe say will happen in the future? How do we feel about that? Then…
3. Life in the land of the Holy One: It's complicated
We take a no-holds-barred look at what it is like to live in the West Bank and Gaza today and some Christian responses to that.
2. 4000 years in 40 minutes
A brief potted history of the promised land from the promises to Abraham of Genesis 12 to the present day.
1. Biblical insights: Introduction
Biblical scholar Philip Church and host Lauren Domigan introduce themselves and the background of this series about the gospel and the land of the Bible.
William HC: Titus 3:1-15
Getting to know a kind God. The kindness and love of our Saviour is our true foundation for doing good in this world...
Science – the new taboo?
Given the diverse sources that people get their science information from, how can you know what to trust? And how might climate scientist Katharine Hayhoe…
Faith, creative arts and the power of authentic identity, with Bethany Miller
Welcome to Season 4! We're starting with a compelling conversation with Bethany, who shares her journey of embracing authenticity in Wellington’s creative arts scene. She…
How does the climate crisis affect people?
In a wealthy country with a moderate climate like New Zealand, it's easy to feel unconcerned about our environmental challenge. But what might it mean for…
Phil Halstead: Titus 2:11-15
Phil’s sermon explores the role of mentors and epiphanies in people’s lives.
What’s going on, and where do we stand?
We’ve heard political voices and social media voices, but what might a Christian response to this topic be? As Katharine Hayhoe explains, we face not…
Katie Cuttriss: Titus 2:1-10
Does our character and our actions give witness to the beauty of the gospel? Paul uses the model of a Godly household for missional living…
Paul Windsor: 2 Timothy 4:1-22
In these verses, we see that the apostle Paul carries many people in his heart. We look into the nature of his relationships and how…
Church and the climate crisis: About the series
As we hear daily reports of a changing environment and concerning future scenarios, many Christians are asking what the church's response will be. In this…
John Tucker: 2 Timothy 2:14-26
Open up a scripture that helps us to understand who we are as servants of Jesus and what it means to be emboldened and engaged…
Dan Cuttriss: 2 Timothy 2:1-13
Remain faithful to the work of the gospel, be strong, embrace suffering, have hope.
Elijah Brown: The work of Jesus
Baptist World Alliance Chief Executive Elijah Brown shares stories of Baptists living out kingdom courage and compassion in places of war, persecution and extreme hunger.
Videos
Keynote 2: A church of justice, mercy & humility
Do we have our eyes firmly fixed on Jesus? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Denise Tims, Colin Gruetzmacher and John Tucker to share how…
Wrapping our Easter Camps in prayer
Blue shares how things are shaping up for camp in 2025, the impact on young people, and the practical ways we can help. He encourages…
Keynote 1: God of justice, mercy & humility
What do we want New Zealand Baptists to be known for? Baptist National Leader Charles Hewlett invites Emma Stokes, John Tucker and Luke Kaa-Morgan to…
How the climate crisis inspired a musical
Charles Hewlett (Baptist national leader) discusses Three Forty One: The Climate Musical with writer/director Steve Worsley about his inspiration for exploring the climate crisis through music and…
Acknowledgement of Baptist Women
An acknowledgement of the negative experiences of some women in our movement. A lament in te reo Māori, Gagana Samoan and Faka-Tonga, and a response…
Hui 2023: Word | Matthew 28:18-20
Cliff Thompson brings the Word from Matthew 28:18-20, encouraging us to go boldly after what God has called us to. When we are lost-people-centric, this…
Hui 2023: Word | Ruth
Lucy Talsma brings the Word from the book of Ruth. Ruth demonstrates the sacrifice in kindness. One of the boldest things we can do is…
Hui 2023: Word | Acts 13 1-3
Eduardo Mendonca brings the Word from Acts 13:1-3. Here we find the church had an ongoing practice of worshiping and seeking the presence of God…
Encounter at the well
This woman has a story to tell! Leaning on research about first-century marriage in Palestine, plus a touch of creative license, we hear from the…
Our true hero
Who is Jesus Christ? Why is he so incredible? This message seeks to answer those questions by examining Jesus’ encounter with three of his close…
God’s acts of the Spirit as God’s love for the world
Walking through Acts 8:26-40, we look at how the Spirit is involved throughout the story of the pursuit and inclusion of the Ethiopian eunuch. In…
Parable of the dishonest manager
What can we learn about Shrewdness and wealth?
Good news for all people
Grace comes to the most unlikely people. Don’t miss it.
When violence meets Jesus
What does encountering Jesus mean for our part in His mission amidst the violence of our hearts and our world?
Jesus, a Lawyer, and a Good Samaritan
Jesus’ stories always contain an element of surprise. His story of the loving Samaritan is certainly shocking. Shocking, of course, because it shows this supposed…
The housing and cost of living crisis: understanding issues and responses
The cost of living and housing crisis is having a significant and ongoing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The issues involved are complex and…
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,…
The tiny kingdom
Matthew 13:31-33. Do we have eyes to see the small, yet significant things that God is doing? Tim Hart is pastor at Māngere Bridge Baptist…
Numbering our days aright
Psalm 90. This sermon explores the life-giving biblical theme of being cognisant of the fragility of life. Phil Halstead is Lecturer: Pastoral Care at Carey…
Beautiful Feet
Romans 10: 13-15; Luke 7:36-50. Nicola reflects on the beautiful feet of Jesus, and the beauty of the feet of those who have shared the…
“Our Father”: on learning to pray
Luke 11:1-2 (Matt 6:9). The two words with which the Lord’s Prayer begins contain the sum of the Gospel. If we can hear afresh the…
Very Good News
Isaiah 52:7; 2 Kings 6:8-23. Gospel—as Christians, it’s one of our most treasured words. But what do we mean by it? We know it means…
To love as Jesus loved
John 13:31-35. In washing his disciples’ feet, Jesus gave them a picture of his forgiveness of them. Then he gave them a new commandment: to…
The wise king’s request
1 Kings 3:5-14. There can be no justice without wisdom. Grace Paddison is a 2022 Carey Baptist College Youth Pastoral Leadership graduate and is at…