Being the "newbie" in unfamiliar territory made me realise how it must feel when someone decides to turn up to one of our services for the first time. Let me share three things I’ve learnt on how we can receive first-timers on a Sunday.
With Christmas coming up, many are starting to prepare for family gatherings: the food, the presents – but what about the conversation?
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.
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"I wonder if it's worth thinking about how we can change the culture around Christmas."
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."
Three things I’ve learnt on how we can receive first-timers on a Sunday.
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.
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."
