As bittersweet as it is to leave, I take with me many learnings and memories of beautiful conversations and input from many trusted people in this region.
"I'm always surprised how many people in Aotearoa don't realise that in places like Waitangi or Rātana, we can actually touch history, breathe history, and be a part of that history now."
Since being ordained as a priest in 2018, most of my time has been spent focusing on the care of young people. But there was always a sense that God was preparing me for parish-based ministry, at the right time.
I caught up with Zara – former Attitude presenter and Korowai Tupu manager, now teaching Laidlaw’s youth and young adult papers (“the fun papers”) – and we talked about youth ministry in today's world.
"We would love people to go away inspired, encouraged, refreshed, full of faith, and with a renewed determination to give God everything."
"I had been seeking God and solutions for my life for years – through plant medicine ceremonies, spiritual practices, and even planning to train as a shaman in Peru – but nothing had brought lasting peace."
We will have a hard time making an impact in elder care if we don’t re-examine some of the stereotypes that often influence the way we perceive the people we care for.
Rev Matt Watts, vicar of Buller Parish, is an advocate for Alpha – a course for people to learn about Christianity in a relaxed environment. I asked him why he thinks it’s so effective.
A group of nine rangatahi, young adults, and leaders travelled to Fiji as part of the Nelson Anglican Diocese’s ongoing partnership with our Tikanga Pasifika whānau.
At Christmas, this idea of “being with” carries profound theological weight. God came near. God dipped his head to enter our home.
As we've seen the horrific scenes in the media over the past two days, the deep darkness that has taken lives at Bondi reminds us all that the kingdom of the Perfect King hasn't fully come yet.
St John’s in Wakefield partnered with Church of Christ Spring Grove to host the “Christmas is Coming! Faulkner’s Bush Bonanza!” – a free community event held at the Faulkner’s Bush playground.
In the last two years, I’ve been encouraged and challenged in my role in this diocese – allow me to share my musings as I pass this baton on to the next coordinator.
We live in a society that is largely geared towards the neurotypical and so many neurodivergent people have learned to conform or “mask” in order to fit expectations. What does that look like at church?
In another instalment of “Where are they now?” Jesse and I chatted about what he’s been up to since flying the nest.
Churches have all sorts of bits of tradition and culture that no one else has. So, what’s Advent? Let's look at Isaiah – a book that we often read during Advent.
I’m excited to say I can see our diocese has plenty of people who are hungry for the nurture and challenge of deep discipleship. But they usually need to be given the opportunity and a good nudge.
10-year-old Barney Hossain is proof that you don’t have to be a grown up to make a difference, having raised thousands of dollars to go towards sepsis awareness.
I popped into Nelson Cathedral on Tuesday to witness the assembly of some of the Christmas trees and chat to a few of the organisations.
During my recent sabbatical, I had the opportunity to undertake the 30-day Spiritual Exercises developed by St Ignatius of Loyola back in the sixteenth century. I chose St Beuno’s Jesuit Spirituality Centre in north Wales.
We started Whānau Church in the hopes that it will help demystify Christianity and make it more accessible to people who want to explore what it all means.
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.
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.
