New Zealand Baptists are part of the world family of Baptists, in particular the following groups:

Baptist World Alliance

The BWA, is a fellowship of 245 conventions and unions in 126 countries and territories comprising 51 million people. Its mission is “Networking the Baptist family to impact the world for Christ.”

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Asia Pacific Baptist Federation

APBF represents over 33,000 local churches and 65 Conventions in 22 Countries across the Asia Pacific region as a regional organisation of the Baptist World Alliance. The aims of APBF are to promote fellowship, cooperation and service amongst Baptists, to stimulate and coordinate evangelism, to assist in consultation and planning for various ministry programs, and to function as a regional organisation of the Baptist World Alliance (BWA).

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Baptist Women of the Pacific

The BWP is a network or union of Baptist women’s ministries from the south-west Pacific region. The BWP is managed by a voluntary executive committee of Baptist women from the region. Their purpose is to connect, equip and mobilise the Baptist women of the Pacific. This is achieved in a multitude of ways including conferences, connecting through social media, prayer events, newsletters, and workshops.

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February 4, 2025 | Wayne Schache Channel: 2144749

Shaping the Baptist movement for future generations

The annual update from Operations and Finance Director Wayne Schache for 2024.

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February 3, 2025 | Grant Harris Channel: 2144749

Nurturing Christ-like leaders and thriving faith communities

Our college has conducted an extensive strategic review.

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January 30, 2025 | Christine Stride Channel: 2144749

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.

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January 29, 2025 | Allan Taylor Channel: 2144749

Accessing God’s power through corporate prayer

The same power that raised Jesus from the dead is available to us through prayer.

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January 24, 2025 | Keith Harrington Channel: 2144749

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.

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January 21, 2025 | Alan Jamieson and Ruby Duncan Channel: 2144749

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…

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January 10, 2025 | Charles Hewlett Channel: 2144749

Gospel renewal stories

The annual update from our National Leader, Charles Hewlett, for 2024.

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January 1, 2025 | Grace Chamberlain Channel: 2144749

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…

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December 26, 2024 | Arotahi Channel: 2144749

Daily Christmas Readings: Sunday 29 December to Monday 6 January

The final week of readings and prayers for Advent and through Christmas, provided by Arotahi, our missionary society.

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December 25, 2024 | Chris Beales-White Channel: 2144749

The chaotic, random, and a bit wonky

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December 21, 2024 | Graeme Pollock Channel: 2144749

Pondering: Are we selective when we talk about Gospel renewal and justice?

An opinion piece sharing a perspective on the war in Gaza.

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December 20, 2024 | Arotahi Channel: 2144749

Daily Advent Readings: Sunday 22 December to Saturday 28 December

The fourth week of readings and prayers for Advent, provided by Arotahi, our missionary society.

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December 20, 2024 | Allan Taylor Channel: 2144749

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.

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December 19, 2024 | Rod Robson Channel: 2144749

National Council meeting December 2024

Reports from subcommittees | Strategic direction setting | National Leader search process | Meeting with Te Whāriki

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December 17, 2024 | Wayne Schache Channel: 2144749

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.

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December 16, 2024 | Troy Renata-Paul Channel: 2144749

How to make a submission on the Treaty Principles Bill

Submissions close 7 January. Here are some resources to help you learn more about Te Tiriti and show you how to make your submissions.

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December 13, 2024 | Arotahi Channel: 2144749

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.

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December 10, 2024 | Grant Harris Channel: 2144749

Principal: Expressions of interest

We are at the beginning of the process for recruiting a new Principal for Carey Baptist College.

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December 9, 2024 | Kevin Robertson Channel: 2144749

Salt of the earth: Salty people

Transitioning into a new season, Kev acknowledges four remarkable 'salt' people in his final 'Salt of the Earth'.

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December 6, 2024 | Arotahi Channel: 2144749

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.