I've read many studies on why young adults leave the faith - and, based on my experience, I reckon many of them get it wrong, while I think this one gets it significantly right. While...
Not all resources are equal - and I believe this new resource is one of the most strategically significant for outreach in our nation at this time, and that every church needs a copy (and...
What is the purpose of a geographic pastors' group? Does a local pastor have to be involved? We've been discussing this with scores of pastors' groups this year - and its been a really intriguing...
Each Easter the disrespect given toward the Christian population, and our heritage and identity as a nation, is increasing. But on what basis do we have a right to have a voice? (Read on)...
Being new to Tauranga, Norman decided to go visit a few homes around the local church he and his wife joined, to get to know their community. Is this kind of approach to outreach really...
How can we get past the differences between our denominations and churches - which often do hinder us from working together? This is a truly excellent article - posted here with credits....
It is with some excitement that we announce the launch of the third series, with five stories on the "Treaty of Waitangi". This series was a big undertaking, and the hardest thus far...
Views of the Treaty of Waitangi range in NZ from negative to neutral to positive. However, as Christians we should celebrate (not just commemorate) Waitangi. Here are two simple reasons....
From all that I am aware of online, it doesn't get any better than the YesHeIs FB app (and this is not an over-statement)....
It’s not something I’d put my hand up for either – but it’s where I found myself this past weekend! With a decade of intentional focus on developing my conversational skills, would this set me...