Here are four notable benefits to a church coming from intentionality in their outreach equipping - along with three reasons why not doing so might be a significant point of failure - with resources now...
Here are four notable benefits to a church coming from intentionality in their outreach equipping - along with three reasons why not doing so might be a significant point of failure - with resources now...
This year there are FOUR 'united prayer gatherings for the harvest' NZ churches are being asked to unite in by unity leaders. What's the guiding principle if actual united FUNCTION is the goal? ...
While sad when a congregational location needs closing, adjusting HOW we do this can generate encouragement, life and even new growth. This is an important reflection for those overseeing many congregations....
A concerning trend continues in which Christians are silenced in Christian events/charitable efforts they initiated. >> Learn how to communicate Christian messages in SECULARISED spaces while being applauded for it!...
For how long should we live in the pain of the past, telling negative stories? What of balancing stories? When and how will our Treaty issues actually be resolved? The only possible answer is GRACE!...
As we seek to redeem the cultural intrusion of 'Halloween' there is history to know, because Halloween is CHRISTIAN. This knowledge can help your storytelling....
I am completely blown away by a gospel effort connecting with 1.7m homes. Here is information about it so you know what GOD has orchestrated on our behalf!...
Feeling disappointed along this 'bicultural journey'? Here are some simple and interesting application points our churches could consider, as we seek to live right and shine God's light....
If relationship is the most important thing for unity we prioritise relationship. What if humble discerning hearts was actually the most important thing? What then? How might that change how we lead in the unity...
There is a saying 'the leader is the lid'. A leader can only take a group to a place they can SEE. What if God has more for the united Church of NZ than we...
Because unity is fragile, there are conversations that - if we don't have them - can hinder us from progressing any further than we already have. Conversations are therefore a context for change - but...
Unity is fragile. In fact, unity is very fragile. The key isn't in how we lead - but instead in how we think. It's about values - and attitudes. These are foundations. ...
Unity is fragile. In fact, unity is very fragile. The key isn't in how we lead - but instead in how we think. It's about values - and attitudes. These are foundations. ...
This summary regarding reconciliation around The Treaty / Te Tiriti explains how I understand sovereignty, what I suggest was guaranteed and why - and what the end-goal and journey ahead therefore are....
Is it by the fact that we meet - or are friendly? Is it that we can stand together - looking united? Or might be through our ability to work together when it counts -...
We are blessed in this nation to have people producing data for the Church - in this case the Bible Society. The wider deficit is leadership - to apply logical applications that might spring from...
So often we do what we do because it's what we've always done. Were we released to think differently, I believe these THREE prayer ideas would soon be a priority across our nation....
If you want unity to go to a new level, consider the CLEAR VISION in this 'wero', which highlights three ACHIEVABLE things churches could achieve together in and for their cities and towns through PARTNERSHIP....
With wisdom from helping to united churches in 1500 separate areas of the UK, Roy can bring wisdom to unity leaders - and in this article and interview - following a visit to NZ -...