An vision for Church unity in 2020
For too long unity in cities and towns has been about a commonality of location more than focus. Were we to think differently - much more is possible. Here are four goals every city and...
23 January, 2020
Leadership Tag
The need to keep our bicultural story honest
In this very uncomfortable reflection I point out some dishonesties that I see creeping into our bicultural narrative, which i believe could backfire in time to come if we do not choose to continually self-correct...
04 November, 2019
How to ensure de-colonisation doesnโt become de-Christianisatian
We live in a 'de-Colonisation' era, and to many this means we are also to 'de-Christianise'. Why is this, and what are we to do?...
04 November, 2019
In One Spirit – Endorsements
A synopsis of the book, and some of the endorsements received from local church leaders....
15 August, 2019
In One Spirit – PRESS RELEASE
While the Church is no longer in the majority in our nation, Mann believes it could yet become an effectively activated minority, with positive outcomes....
13 August, 2019
United we stand
Many say they want the Christian Church to have a clearer voice in the public square - but what would it take to achieve this? The solution isn't a 'programme' or new 'ministry' -...
23 July, 2019
Seven things you could build into this winter
The winter months are a good time to assess the health and direction of your church, and to build into areas that are weak. Here are seven things you could build into this winter....
22 July, 2019
The Te Reo Pulpit Challenge
We believe Te Reo Maori is a language to be treasured, and that the speaking of a little is to be encouraged, with our bicultural heritage as a backdrop. While most will never speak fluently,...
16 January, 2019
A vision of our bicultural future
As part two of my Waitangi day reflection I share about three areas of cultural change in relation to our nations uncomfortable bicultural identity. Some may find this hard to digest - but the implications...
19 December, 2017
Te Tiriti o Waitangi – how to overcome cultural mistrust
This Waitangi day reflection is the result of a few years of reflection. I have divided it into two separate thoughts. The is about the leadership role the Church could play in our nations restorative...
19 December, 2017
Pastors’ groups – Home visitation idea
To get different results in our nation our churches need to think differently. In our 2017 travels we shared about 6 areas with pastors' groups - showing them how they could restore the pubic visibility...
12 December, 2017
The call to influence culture
Be challenged by this a 45min presentation by Dave Mann on cultural changes within New Zealand that are affecting the Church, along with a suggested direction for new response. ...
11 December, 2017
United? A strategic question for NZ pastors’ groups
What if we worked together? What if we could unite in 3 national media efforts? What might the communication structure this created then enable? What if pastors' groups could learn from each other - and...
01 December, 2017
Outreach leaders affirm the importance of sitting together for coffee
Did you know Church leaders...
17 October, 2017
When churches work together
What if churches worked together in a greater way in our nation's cities and towns? This video reveals an amazing example of coordinated united effort happening right now in Florida!...
16 October, 2017
If culture is being changed why can we change it too?
Culture doesn't just change by itself. It is often changed. Read on to hear about what others are doing for their causes - and then to consider what we could do. We are not powerless...
10 August, 2017
Asleep at the wheel?
While some great things are happening, the Christian Church is continuing to lose ground in New Zealand. But we are not powerless. I believe a respectful Christian voice needed in the public square, but what...
10 August, 2017
To turn the tide help youth reach youth
About 90% of those who come to faith do so before the age of 20 - while youth ministry attendance in NZ is at about 1/3 to 1/4 of what it was 25 years ago....
04 July, 2017
Easter reflection: Without Jesus Western culture is but a cut flower
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)...
14 April, 2017
Community surveys – an opportunity any church could take
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...
13 April, 2017