As we move into 2022, it already promises to be just as challenging a year as last year, but in its own way. Front of mind for many church leaders is how our churches may best navigate the complications of life in the Red setting, showing love and respect to everyone...
Glyn very capably served as National Director of NZCN from 2003 to early 2017. Coming to Christ as an adult, Glyn was a man of convinced Christian faith. He had a strong Gospel focus, and a keen social conscience. Glyn was personable, a superb networker, and was...
As the Traffic Light system begins, there is an impressive range of ways in which New Zealand churches are planning to move forward.
It is good if governments are inspired by a range of Christian values. However, too close or direct a connection between Christianity and politics can lead to very unhelpful distortions.
Whatever the decisions, it is important we respect one another, care for everyone, and strenuously guard our unity. Churches must also do everything they can to keep people safe.
As in wider society, there is significant anxiety among many Christians. o all Christians we say: love and honour one another, listen to one another, show the fruit of the Spirit, and whatever your views on lesser matters always keep Christ at the centre.