Surprising outcomes from national youth outreach survey
Where Christian youth ministry in NZ has declined - there are FOUR practices church and youth leaders could engage in and support that could change this. Read more now!...
29 May, 2026
Unity Tag
10 keys to city unity made simple
There is a growing readiness for 'functional unity' – to do together in our cities and towns what we cannot do apart. But how would we go about that? Here's 10 practices - for a...
12 May, 2026
The hidden demon of denominationalism
While denominations can serve good purpose, there is a downside. This article speaks to a downside that isn't often considered - that is yet highly significant and detrimental - and the only possible pathway to...
31 March, 2026
The Parable of the Wedding Feast – Part II
Read a somewhat cutting yet revealing and true summary of a Hope Project delivery coordinators experience in an unwilling community. Does this need talking about?...
18 March, 2026
“Christ is seen” – Celebrating Hope Project’s representative online Christmas 2025 engagement
Hope Project's online Christmas campaign just achieved some of its widest-reaching audiences ever. Hear about a unique work, engaging on behalf of NZ Churches with both strategy and scale. ...
13 February, 2026
JWs attract 20,000. Could we, and does it matter?
Shown up? What's our measure? Should the wider Church have bigger events - might there be other measure of success that are actually more important?...
09 January, 2026
Our Treaty has God’s fingerprints all over it
There is no underestimating the significance of Christianity to the existence of Te Tiriti o Waitangi / The Treaty of Waitangi. If not for Christianity, and also Christian values, it simply wouldn't exist - let...
16 December, 2025
Leading atheist comes to faith: What was he thinking?
With well-known atheists now coming to faith - what is going on in their thinking? These are key insights for all who desire that others discover the amazing reality that is this faith....
01 December, 2025
The Quiet Revival in NZ – why only some churches will grow
The 'Quiet Revival' is here in NZ. Churches nationwide are getting 'walk-ins'. But only some are growing. What can we learn to leverage well the season we are in?...
01 December, 2025
The Quiet Revival in NZ – a change in public thinking
If those we once trusted were actually lying, what if those they opposed were actually telling the truth? There is a change in the psych of the Western public – and it's worth understanding!...
01 December, 2025
Social media, local churches and the gospel
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...
15 October, 2025
Four benefits to a church from annual outreach equipping
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...
07 August, 2025
Unity – when we’re pulled in too many different directions
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? ...
24 February, 2025
How can closing churches become a growth strategy?
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....
24 February, 2025
WARNING: Christians still being silenced in THEIR OWN Christmas events
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!...
17 December, 2024
Is it wise to tell stories of grief?
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!...
19 November, 2024
Halloween is more Christian than you’d think
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....
31 October, 2024
Applauding a new national gospel effort
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!...
30 October, 2024
Amidst bicultural tension – we stay on the journey
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....
01 October, 2024
The unity GOAL we overlook (The article to end all articles)
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...
30 May, 2024