What is EfM?
EfM is a unique course of study, theological reflection, Christian formation and discipleship.
Vaughan Park Resident Scholarship Programme
Each year, Vaughan Park Anglican Retreat & Conference Centre welcomes ministers, scholars, writers, artists, and researchers seeking dedicated time and space for theological study, reflection, writing, research, and creative work within a peaceful retreat environment overlooking Long Bay, Auckland.
World Day of Prayer Leadership Training Programme
Join a cohort of emerging leaders from across the globe to build skills, deepen faith, and strengthen the WDP movement for generations to come.
Archdeacons Update
We are pleased to welcome Billy Rowe to the Archdeacons (AD) team, following her appointment from 1 February this year.
Calling innovators to reimagine the future of the Church
Little Revolutions returns to Wellington and Christchurch in June 2026
Prayers: 10th May 2026
Taken from/inspired by 1 Acts 17:22-31, Psalm 66:7-19, 1 Peter 3:13-22, John 14:15, and the ANZPB.
EFM Zoom Information Evening
For 47 years EfM has been providing education for lay people (and some clergy) that makes a difference. Those who have completed our programme have a solid understanding of scripture, the story of the church in the last 2000 years and the skills to discern God’s presence in the everyday world around them.
Prayers: 3 May 2026
Prayers inspired by original prayers, Psalm 31:1–5,15–16, Acts 7:55–60, 1 Peter 2:2–10, John 14:1–14
Vacancy Assistant Priest (x2)
Wellington Cathedral of St Paul is seeking to appoint a full-time Associate Priest and a part-time Assistant Priest (0.5 FTE, fixed-term for two years).
Bishop-elect Announced for Te Hui Amorangi ki TeWaipounamu
It is with a heart of thanksgiving and praise that we announce the election of The Venerable Susan Wallace (Kai Tahu, Ngāti Whātua, Ngāti Wai) to be the new Bishop of Te Hui Amorangi ki Te Waipounamu.
Common Grace Launches Thriving in this Land
Common Grace Aotearoa invites you to join them in imagining a flourishing Aotearoa.
Prayers: April 26, 2026
Bidding: …You alone are my portion and my cup;
Response: You make my lot secure..
[based on Psalm 16:5]
Resignation - Alison stewart
The Bishops have accepted the resignation of Alison Stewart as Priest in Charge of the Parish of Rangitikei.
Sails 4 Hope Journey Carries Pacific Faith and Climate Witness
A traditional vaka named Uto ni Yalo — “Heart or Soul of the Spirit” — is carrying prayers, stories, and shared commitment across the waters of Fiji as part of the Sails 4 Hope programme, a faith-rooted response to the accelerating impacts of climate change across the Pacific.
Walking Together in God’s Creation
Children and families from St Tom’s Anglican Church in Newtown spent the weekend in God’s creation, for its annual Rātapu Children’s Church tramp into the Orongorongo Valley.
St Tom’s Community Rallies After Floodwaters Sweep Through Newtown
Following torrential rain that battered Wellington on Sunday night, members of St Tom’s Anglican Church, Newtown, arrived for morning prayer on Monday and found signs of flooding throughout the church building.
Walking with the Primates
The Primatial e‑Newsletter offers a unique window into this shared leadership of our three-tikanga church.
AYM at Easter Camp 2026
We had an awesome Easter weekend joining the Baptists in relaunching Central Easter Camp. It was a big event, with over 700 people attending, so El Rancho was pumping with energy over the weekend!
Kia Tipu - SUNZ Children’s Ministry Conference
Scripture Union invite you to Kia Tipu Conference on Saturday, 20 June at St Ninian’s Uniting Church in Karori.
Pilgrimage to Waikanae and Rangiatea Church with Matua Rangi Nicholson
EFM (Education for Ministry) is offering a Kāpiti pilgrimage walk in Waikanae and Ōtaki with matua Rangi Nicholson.

