Four years in an intentional flat turned prayer, kai, and mission into daily habits. Suter House stretched our comfort and sanded rough edges, forming Jesus-loving leaders. Shared rhythms, unity under pressure, and real service reshaped us.
Two church-led op shops turned Nelson into a treasure hunt. All Saints raised funds for a Fiji ministry trip, while St Stephen’s car boot sale drew neighbours and vendors. Donations poured in, conversations flowed, and the community showed up.
Runanga Healing Rooms opened for ministry in July this year. As well as praying for those who come to the rooms, we intercede for each other and for the whole community.
Thoughts, reflections, news and stories from across the diocese emailed to you every week.
Two church op shops lit up Nelson with treasure finds and community spirit.
Our hope is that this will continue to bless and encourage our communities.
"Praise be to the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles."
Time and again I have seen the fruit of good internships.
From DIY faith to whānau life: what Suter House taught us about true unity.
God doesn’t want creation to be his work alone.
One-way relationships in mission are toxic for both the receiver and the giver.
Kia tau iho te rangimārie ki a koutou katoa – peace be with you.
We are called to be ambassadors of reconciliation.
Some of the most powerful moments of my life have happened in spiritual direction.
We lead out of who we are more than what we say.
"We pretend like everything’s fine when our houses are burning down."
