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Many of us have that drawer where we store those random items of future handiness potential. You've opened the podcast version for New Zealand Baptists. Here we're hoarding recordings that, one day, could be just the thing.
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Baptist Māori give thanks for those whose faith and decisions paved the way for their ongoing, Spirit-led work of reconciliation.
Mark Westhousen, Director of Queensland Baptists Church Health, shares practical insights and real-life examples on cultivating a healthy, fruit-bearing church.
Our newly elected National Leader, Chris Chamberlain, shares with Sarah Beisly his vision for unity, reconciliation, and the work that still lies ahead. He’s later joined by Ngaire Button, Jan Ozanne, Jono Edmeades, and Mark Westhousen, who reflect on what God might be saying to us as a Baptist movement.
Jan Ozanne, Children and Families Catalyst, draws on the image of the harakeke plant to show that a flourishing family is one that places its young people at the centre - with Chris Chamberlain, Dave Diack, Casey Clark, Carolyn Kestle, Colin Greutzmacher, Cintia Rossaneis. Steph Wood
Chris Chamberlain reflects on 1 Corinthians 12:12–27, reminding us that as individual members of the body of Christ, we are called to unity; drinking deeply from the one Spirit that makes us whole.
Paul Jones, Principal at Carey Baptist College, unpacks Acts 2:41–47, showing how the early church’s rhythms and practices echo themes found throughout the Old Testament.
Grace Long, Youth Pastor at Titirangi Baptist Church, reflects on Matthew 28:16–20, inviting us to rediscover the authority and power of Jesus’ name and to step boldly into his call to make disciples.
With the 2000th anniversary of the Church drawing near in 2033, Regional Leaders Peter Foster, Chris Chamberlain, Mike Warring, Rachel Murray, and Reti Ah-Voa call our Baptist whānau to join 51 million Baptists globally in the Acts 2 movement, embracing its five pathways of Bible, story, friend, care, and justice.
Let's go boldly after what God has called us to. When we are lost-people-centric, this becomes a powerful scripture. Following Jesus' command to go requires stepping out of the familiar, making ourselves available, working with people, and getting our hands dirty. MAKE CAKE. Cliff Thompson from The Render Gathering brings us the Word in this recording from the Baptist National Hui 2023: Baptists shaping our future.
Ruth demonstrates the sacrifice in kindness. One of the boldest things we can do is be kind. Is kindness and tender concern for others shaping our decisions, discussions and the way we think towards one another? Lucy Talsma from Hamilton South Baptist Church brings us the Word in this recording from the Baptist National Hui 2023: Baptists shaping our future.
In an ongoing posture of praising and ministering to the Lord, the church heard the Spirit's direction. How often do we practice this posture together? Do we seek to make decisions before we seek God's presence? Have we got it the wrong way round? Eduardo Mendonca from New Generation Church brings us the Word in this recording from the Baptist National Hui 2023: Baptists shaping our future.
This episode is from the Carey Graduate School Research Conference. Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in the Old Testament at Carey Baptist College, calls us to expand the biblical text we engage with when approaching political discipleship, bringing greater insight into how we might posture ourselves towards political power. There’s a lot to learn from the actions of Joseph and Daniel. Listen in to hear Michael unpack politics with these two influencers.
The cost of living and housing crisis is having a significant and ongoing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The issues involved are complex and multifaceted and can leave us wondering what, if anything, we can do in response. In this Carey Conversation we were joined by leaders from Visionwest Waka Whakakitenga as we seek to better understand the scope of the issue, the disproportionate impact it is having on some of our communities, and the range of forces at play.
Where do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more? Charles Hewlett talks to Mike Crudge, former Director of the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning, about strengthening our eldership teams. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.
What things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid? Charles Hewlett talks to Jonny Weir about maintaining healthy relationships within church leadership teams. Jonny is the Director of Ministry Training at Carey Baptist College. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.
How does the Bible remain the foundational guide for our belief and behaviour as a church? What practical things can we do to keep the Bible central in our leadership? Charles Hewlett talks to John Tucker, Principal of Carey Baptist College, about bringing the Bible into decision-making. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.
Big, medium or small – does one eldership model fit all churches? What are some of the options? Where does the pastor fit into all this? Charles Hewlett talks to Reti Ah-Voa and Grant Harris about models of eldership. Reti is an Elder at Mangere Bridge Baptist Church (Auckland) and Regional Leader of the Northern Baptist Association, and Grant is the Senior Pastor at Windsor Park Baptist Church (Auckland). Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.
What is it that makes good governance? What do governors actually do? Charles Hewlett talks to Mel Wilson about eldership and governance. Mel has worked as a project manager in the not-for-profit sector for the past ten years, also holding governance roles and sitting on funding committees. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.
What does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do? Charles Hewlett talks to George Wieland, Director of Mission Research and Training at Carey Baptist College, about the Bible and eldership. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.
What does it mean to be the Church, and how are we modelling power? In this Carey Conversations recording, Jonny Weir, Director of Ministry Training at Carey Baptist College, interviews Frank Ritchie, Wesleyan Methodist Minister and one of the authors of the Arise Church report. They explore potential problems with models of Church and leadership being adopted today. Joining the discussion from Carey Baptist College is Luke Kaa-Morgan, Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi; Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology; and Michael Rhodes, Old Testament Lecturer.
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