Anglican Missions is calling on churches and individuals across Aotearoa to support the Hope for the Holy Land Appeal, providing crucial aid to communities in Israel and Palestine through the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem and the Middle East.

St Aidan's Anglican Community Church in Tokomaru hosted a joyful Christmas Tree Service drawing over 90 children and staff from Tokomaru School for a festive celebration.

The story of faith has always been one embedded in difficult and desperate situations and in the face of oppression and empire – whether that’s Egypt, Assyria, Greeks, or Romans – yet in the end, the seed of love always continues. Seeing that God seems to be present to work again and again across history is something we can hold onto in the face of overwhelming challenges.

Advent season kicked off with a community celebration at St Barnabas Church in Khandallah, featuring a life-size Gingerbread House photo booth and festive activities.

"What is it to rest from work and to work from rest?", that was a question put to a group of church administrators at an overnight retreat held at Forest Lakes Camp on 8-9 November.

For Rev. Lawrence Kimberley, the lectionary is far more than a mere schedule of readings—it is a spiritual endeavour and an act of service.

The beautiful new facade at St Hilda’s Anglican Church in Island Bay was an award winner at the New Zealand Architecture Awards last Friday.

How wonderful it was to join with our Movement whānau in a full Cathedral for the ordination of our Deacons.

The Free Store Festival 2024 on Sunday was a joyous celebration of generosity, creativity, and local talent.

Our Diocesan whānau turned out in large numbers. Many marched with Common Grace Aotearoa and picnicked later under the shade of the Cathedral. There, a BBQ and refreshments were served by members of all three Tikanga of our church.

The Anglican Church of Aotearoa, New Zealand, and Polynesia strongly opposes the Treaty Principles Bill, describing it as a disingenuous effort that undermines the true spirit of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

The Treaty Principles Bill calls us to embody our Christian values in action. Archbishop Don and Archbishop Justin will join thousands at Te Hīkoi mō Te Tiriti in Wellington to protest the bill and reaffirm our commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

The Rev. Paul Fletcher has been appointed Priest in Charge at St Tom’s in Newtown.

A statement from the Archbishops of the Anglican Church in Aotearoa, New Zealand and Polynesia at the time of Archbishop Justin Welby's resignation as Archbishop of Canterbury.

Anglican Bishops of Wellington, Ngāti Toa Rangatira and the Parata whānau unequivocally oppose the Treaty Principles Bill currently before Parliament.

In October, David and Maria Cross and their children, returned to the Philippines to visit the urban communities they had once lived and worked in.

The Brooklyn Twilight Festival is on this Saturday from 2 - 9 pm on Harrison St and the grounds of the Brooklyn Community Centre.

Common Grace Aotearoa are organising to gather submissions on the Treaty Principles Bill.

They seek representatives from local parishes or mission units to inform people about the Bill and help write submissions.

In her first Synod charge, Bishop Anashuya Fletcher shared how a detour through Taihape reminded her of the beauty in small connections and everyday ministry, encouraging us to build faith communities grounded in love, personal connection, and transformation. 

Ella Brown reflects on ‘whānau on mission’, and what it means to grow multi-generational ‘extended faith families’.