Kapiti Parish Reflects on Community-Focused Christmas Initiative
By implementing the principles of Leading Your Church into Growth (LYCIG), the parish has seen an inspiring response to its outreach efforts.
Moving On - Rev Mark Harris
Bishop Justin has accepted the resignation of Mark Harris as Vicar of the Parish of Waikanae.
If you a part of leading a Parish ministry – Ministry Leaders’ Family Camp is for You
This year’s theme, ‘Rebuilding the Ruins’, speaks to the heart of ministry in today’s world—finding renewal, hope, and strength in the midst of challenges.
Wellington Bishops’ Stand with Parata Whānau in Rejecting Treaty Principles Bill
“Bishop Justin and I are very grateful for the generosity of Ngā Uri o Wī Te Kākākura for inviting us to co-present with them,” she says.
New Beginning for Strathmore Community Church
Peninsula Parish recently gathered around the Pringle whānau to commission their work to re-plant a congregation in Strathmore.
Retirement: Lyn O’Fee
Lyn O’Fee will be relinquishing her position as Lay Minister in Charge of the Parish Pohangina
Pancakes and Prayer Proves Popular at O-Week
In a bid to engage with new students during Orientation Week the chaplaincy team and volunteers at Victoria University offered up free pancakes and a pop-up op shop.
Answering the Call: Commissioning Service for Missional Communities
Intentional Missional Communities from around the diocese made public professions over the weekend.
Lent 2025: Resources from the Catechesis Collective
This Lent let us take up a daily practice of family scripture reading and prayer.
A Morning of Connection at Wellington City Mission's Whakamaru
The Anglican Centre team experienced the transformative spirit of Wellington City Mission's Whakamaru during a recent team building visit.
It Started with Bishop Justin’s Question
The Smart Parish is a weekly email newsletter designed to help church leaders, administrators, and volunteers use AI in practical, real-world ways.
Pilgrimage to Waitangi Deepens Anglican Connection to Treaty
A group of 12 from the Wellington Diocese embarked on a significant journey to Waitangi last week, joining 120 Christians from across Aotearoa to commemorate Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Wrestling with Waitangi
We were burgled the other day. I woke up in the morning to find that someone had been to our shed and helped themselves to meat from our freezer and to my chainsaw.
Appointment - Holly Morton-Chong
Holly Morton-Chong has been issued a licence as Co-Lead Missioner (Lay) in the Titahi Bay Exploratory Mission Venture with effect from 23 Nov 2024.
A Call to Family Discipleship
In the rush of daily life, it’s easy for faith formation to take a backseat. The Catechesis Collective is here to help families reclaim their homes as places of discipleship and spiritual growth.
