mainly music—a worthwhile investment
Last year Elke Keeling undertook a research project with mainly music. It was a work of practical theology, to explore mainly music as a place of spiri…
Child & Family
We need to talk about porn
The porn landscape has meteorically changed. We cannot ignore it because it invades everyday life. Brian Krum says it is time to talk honestly about po…
Our hearts wide open
Law changes made on 1st July 2019 aim to raise the standard and improve the practice of foster care in New Zealand. We asked Tunumafono Tracey-Leigh Pe…
Modelling spiritual disciplines
Parents and leaders of children, did you know you have small cameras and microphones placed around your homes and ministry spaces? No, the GCSB has not…
From the mouths of babes
Every once in a while, a child hits us with a profound thought that comes out of their innocent point of view. It causes us to rethink our preconceived…
Faith formation in the home
How can we raise children and teens to become lifelong followers of Jesus? Family Pastor Jan Ozanne and Senior Pastor Andrew Brown say the process is e…
One decision or 52?
Change may happen almost imperceptibly over time but we can measure trends. Craig Vernall explains why one of the most worrying changes in our Baptist …
The hidden power of the all-age service
A supercharged opportunity for spiritual growth Every pastor and church leader wants their congregation to grow spiritually, but how many of us are …
Evangelise those most open
In every church Russell Watts has pastored, God has given a different strategy for evangelism. However, in his current position as Senior Pastor at Wha…
We’re all in this together
Craig Ashby reflects on what Alexandra Baptist Church is doing to bring all ages together in intergenerational worship, learning and fellowship. Ove…