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Learning about Christianity, the church, Christianity in New Zealand and Christianity’s place in social and moral issues we face today are some of the ways we build and strengthen the Church of Aotearoa. This is why we are making the shift towards categorising and producing content with the objective of helping people understand the role of Christianity both in Aotearoa and globally.
We strive to post articles that are in keeping with a conservative evangelical Christian view.
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Honour your parents with a tribute
Wynand and Nikki from FamilyLife NZ speak to Andrew on radio Rhema about giving your parents the gift of a tribute.
About Christianity
A vision worthy of a Webb Ellis Cup
“…we can achieve anything if we work together as one”
Failure isn’t Final: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
You may have never had anyone you know be in a suicidal situation. But if you were even just once faced with this difficult situation – would you not want the confidence to know what steps to take to help?
What does it mean to be “evangelical”?
There is often uncertainty or misunderstanding, these days, about what it means to be “evangelical”. Dr Stuart Lange explains that the term is simply about the New Testament Gospel, which across the world has been so immensely life-giving.
Rev Dr Brian Winslade, new Deputy Secretary of the WEA
Earlier this week, the WEA introduced Rev Dr Brian Winslade, of Hamilton, as the new Deputy Secretary. Brian is also a member of the NZCN Working Board.
The Church
How Do Non-American Evangelicals Respond to the U.S.?
WEA’s Dr Brian Stiller provides a fresh evangelical perspective on USA evangelicals and the political views of many of them.
The Blessing | Aotearoa New Zealand
A virtual choir of Aotearoa New Zealand Christians beautifully demonstrates what happens when we work together in unity.
An International Perspective on U.S. Christians & Politics
From an outsider’s perspective, the heightened partisan divide in America is disturbing. Some will dismiss this as an American issue and not the business of those beyond its borders. However, we live in a global village; when Americans sneeze, the rest of the world catches a cold!
Racism, police brutality, American politics, President Trump, MAGA caps, Christianity – and Aotearoa
Amidst all the rancour and toxicity issuing from a troubled USA, some questions to ponder and discuss. And some suggested responses…
Christianity in Aotearoa New Zealand
When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place
Across Aotearoa, many churches will be delighted they can now freely begin to gather again in person. This is a great and welcome start, and we thank God for it (and also for God’s hand in keeping New Zealand relatively safe).
Three Realities for New Zealand Churches in Alert Level 2 and Beyond
As New Zealand slowly begins to re-open, a question many churches will be asking is, “How do we approach ministry in Level 2 and beyond?” It’s easy to be scared of change. But in reality, the NZ church has already proven that it is more than ready to adapt to changing circumstances.
A New Perspective – Auckland Church Leaders Easter Message
‘Unprecedented’. ‘Social distancing’. ‘Self-isolation’. ‘Community outbreak’. ‘Lockdown.’ These and other words have come to dominate our news feeds and conversations. A few weeks ago, the world was ordinary; now, it is different, unusual, unfamiliar.
Rev Dr Brian Winslade, new Deputy Secretary of the WEA
Earlier this week, the WEA introduced Rev Dr Brian Winslade, of Hamilton, as the new Deputy Secretary. Brian is also a member of the NZCN Working Board.
Christianity and Social & Moral Issues
A joint statement by the national leaders of most New Zealand church denominations
We are sharing with you a very useful brief statement issued yesterday by the National Church Leaders of Aotearoa New Zealand, which is a gathering of the senior leaders of most of New Zealand’s church denominations. From across that wide denominational spectrum, the undersigned church leaders speak with one voice to urge New Zealanders to [...]
The End of Life Choice Act: a dangerous line New Zealand should not cross
Many New Zealanders like the idea of euthanasia as an option for those terminally ill, and assume the End of Life Choice Act must be okay. But here’s a dozen very serious reasons why the End of Life Choice Act is so wrong and dangerous for New Zealand, and why we need to vote AGAINST it.
Responding to feedback on Is the legalisation of cannabis racist?
I’ve received some great feedback from my last article, ‘Is the legalisation of cannabis racist?’ One reader in particular pushed back on my argument…