Jan Northfield has faithfully led rest home chaplaincy across Nelson and Waimea, doubling the number of volunteers and offering care and hope to many. As she steps down this May, we honour her ministry and the love she’s shared so generously.
When Daryl Collingwood and Tanya Charles partnered to serve their community, lives were changed. Through Motueka Parish’s Care Team and Age Concern, they’re providing holistic care that reaches beyond church walls.
The inspiration struck while attending a clubs day at Canterbury University. It was a fantastic way for students to engage with different clubs, and I thought, why not bring that concept to Nelson?
If someone is scratching my back, I’ll scratch theirs. As long as we are all scratching each other's backs, we’re all happy. But what about when don’t receive anything back?
In the Nelson diocese, we sadly have one of the highest rates of child poverty at 18.5%. So what can we do about it?
Clear waters, golden beaches, hot days... Convergence didn’t have any coconuts with mini umbrellas to drink from, but it had everything else, as well as family and collective worship of our good God.
Today’s youth live in a culture dominated by alcohol, drugs, social media and other pressures that can lead to dangerous and life-altering behaviours. This is where Red Frogs comes in.
