What began as a few friends jamming has become Home Sweet Homies, a six-piece band based in Nelson. I had the honour of asking the band a few questions about their music, faith and future.
Torrential rain, power cuts and road closures threatened to derail this year’s Spring Camp, but the weather broke just in time.
I grew up in a loving Christian home where service was greatly encouraged. I loved being able to serve and help those around me. It drew me close to my servant saviour. However, it also led to an unhealthy desire to be needed.
Thoughts, reflections, news and stories from across the diocese emailed to you every week.
There’s a brighter future – there are good things ahead!
After a week of wild weather, around 100 youth and leaders came together for Spring Camp.
Our lives are meant to be deeply woven together in authentic communities of faith.
Three things that stood out to me from the Patmos World Attitudes Bible Survey.
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.
"A boy that driveth the plough shall know more of the Scriptures than thou dost."
Who was St Francis?
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."
