I was always eager to use my creative skills in some Christ-serving capacity, but I’m learning more and more about how much room there is for people like me in the Church.
"In a secular context like New Zealand, it’s important for people to have a strong sense of truth and ways of making sense of the world," Reuben said. "There is an urgent need for churches to step forward and offer a better story."
Volunteers are the lifeblood of any community, and the Church is no exception. From vestry members to tea and coffee brewers, each contributes their skills and time to serve our God.
Thoughts, reflections, news and stories from across the diocese emailed to you every week.
I experienced something that felt like a taste of heaven - full of colour, joy and awe.
Hills Community Church joined with the local community of Māpua in an act of compassion.
Kākano explores what it means to "gather the ungathered".
Art and beauty is more important than we sometimes give it credit for.
It’s been on my mind lately to honour our volunteers as the hands and feet of Jesus.
My Kenya trip was only a few weeks, but I'll be learning from it for a long time to come.