Rev Russell Pickersgill-Brown reflects on how the Motueka community pulled together after back-to-back floods. From sultana loaves to jazz-accompanied dinners, he shares stories of hope, unity and the quiet presence of Christ in crisis.
As floods swept through Tasman, St Barnabas Church in Riwaka lived out Jesus’ call to love neighbours through muddy boots, shared meals and prayer. A small parish with a big heart, they show how faith shines through in hard times.
Preachers on Tour is a new initiative trialled in Buller to give emerging leaders preaching experience and relieve pressure on local vicars. Josh and Kimberly’s West Coast adventure was encouraging for both them and the parishes they visited.
Thoughts, reflections, news and stories from across the diocese emailed to you every week.
Rev Russell shares stories of faith, food and hope during Motueka’s flood response.
Riwaka’s small church shows big love during the Tasman floods and recovery.
Emerging preachers hit the road as part of a new initiative supporting parish pulpits.
Spanky Moore reflects on camp, change, and what it revealed about our diocese.
What if leadership meant listening, not winning? Lessons from Whale Rider and beyond.
Faith grows best in community – discover the power of relational ecosystems.
Lent invites us to pause, reflect, and draw near to God – how will you engage this season?
Bishop Steve calls us to renewal, faith, and fresh growth.
Some of the most powerful moments of my life have happened in spiritual direction.
God of covenant and calling, you bind us together.
We lead out of who we are more than what we say.
"We pretend like everything’s fine when our houses are burning down."
