From Pagan Teen to Barefoot Archbishop
If you’ve ever met Bishop Justin Duckworth, you’ll know he’s not your typical church leader. Dreadlocks, bare feet, and a heart that beats for the margins, Justin’s story is one of radical faith, deep conviction, and a relentless desire to see transformation in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Give a box of Hope this Christmas
Today in Aotearoa, the cost of living continues to rise, and families are under immense financial pressure. One in seven children live in material hardship. Parents face impossible choices between paying bills and putting food on the table, let alone buying gifts or festive treats.
Beyond October 7: Justice and Reconciliation
An interview with Dr. Salim Munayer, founder of Musalaha and Palestinian Christian reconciliation pioneer
Prayers, Sunday 19th October, 2025
We call to You,
Those who grieve.
Those who have tears as our only food, day and night;
Yet our hope in You sustains us.
Strengthen us, Lord.
Time’s Running Out to Vote — And Māori Wards Need Your Voice
This year’s local body elections are about more than just choosing councillors. Across the Wellington Diocese, referendums are being held that could remove Māori wards from local councils. It’s a move that would significantly impact Māori representation in local decision-making.
Prayers - Sunday 12 October
28th Sunday in Ordinary Time/Te Rātapu Rua Tekau mā ono o He Wā Noa
Primatial Statement on the Appointment of the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury
We celebrate and unequivocally support the Right Reverend and Right Honourable Dame Sarah Mullally DBE as the 106th Archbishop-designate of Canterbury.
Mission Hikoi Tours Local Mission
The Mission Hikoi ran last week from Thursday to Sunday with people from Auckland, Nelson and in between coming to tour missional activities in the lower North Island.
Young Adults Gather at the Cathedral
On Sunday night the Lady Chapel at Wellington Cathedral of St Paul was filled to standing-room only, with over 110 young adults from across our diocese packed into the space.
Anglican Priests Chain Themselves in Protest, Calling for Sanctions on Israel
In a bold act of peaceful protest, five Anglican priests from the Diocese of Wellington, alongside Catholic priest Fr Gerry Burns, chained themselves outside the Johnsonville office of Hon Nicola Willis on Monday morning.
Youth Leaders Bring New Life to Sabeto Christian Camp
A team of young leaders from Aotearoa New Zealand has returned from Fiji after working with local leaders to revive the children’s ministry at Sabeto Christian Camp.
Anglican Bishops of Wellington Support Clergy Actions in Call for Stronger Government Action for Peace in the Holy Land
We stand in solemn solidarity with clergy across the Diocese who have taken a courageous and principled stand in calling for sanctions against Israel, in the hope that our government will take stronger diplomatic action to end the devastating war in Palestine.
Strum and Sing: A Simple Idea Strikes a Chord in Waiwhetu
The Strum and Sing Waiwhetu ukelele class, has welcomed more than 100 participants through the church doors, offering music, friendship, and a gentle invitation into church life.
Prayers 14 September 2025
Prayers taken from/inspired by Numbers 21: 4b-9; Psalm 98:1-5; 1 Corinthians 1:18-24; John 13:13-17, and the ANZPB.
Prayers 7 September 2025
Look with grace
Upon we who bear the wreaths of grief
For those who have been lost from the face of the land
We, the living, look for Your deliverance.
A Friend with Purpose: COACH Mentoring Programme
The heart of COACH is about "a friend with purpose". We train mentors to become someone who spends an hour each week offering encouragement, listening deeply, and providing consistent support.
Shannon Church Community Finds Sacred Stillness by the River
More than 30 members of Venerable Bede Anglican Church in Shannon gathered this past Sunday at a hidden riverside reserve to walk a prayer labyrinth and reflect on their shared journey in prayer.
Archbishops call for Aid to reach the starving
As the anniversary of 7 October 2023 draws near, the present injustice must be seen in the light of a much longer history of fear, trauma, and violence.
Prayers 31 August 2025
22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time/Te Rātapu Rua Tekau mā rua o He Wā Noa
Prayers taken from/inspired by Jeremiah 2:4-13; Psalm 81:1,10-16; Hebrews 13:1-8,15-16; Luke 14:1,7-14, and the ANZPB
Last Chance to host a “Table Talk”
With just two weeks until voting begins, Common Grace Aotearoa is giving a final push for churches and communities around Aotearoa to gather for Table Talk conversations about the upcoming Māori wards referendums in local body elections. These conversations create a much-needed space for open, respectful dialogue—grounded in listening, learning, and prayer.