Anglican Peacemakers Gather in Wellington
In a world marked by rising tensions, armed conflict, and deep social divides, what does it mean to follow Jesus—the Prince of Peace?
This July, Anglican peacemakers from across Aotearoa are invited to gather in Wellington for a time of reflection, fellowship, and prophetic engagement. Being Christian Prophets of Peace is a conference to rekindle our collective witness as peacemakers.
Join us in Island Bay, Wellington, from Friday evening 11 July to Saturday 12 July, as we share kai, wisdom, stories, and practical tools for peacemaking in today’s volatile world.
Conference info below:
Being Christian Prophets of Peace
Friday 11 July and Saturday 12 July at Island Bay Anglican Church, Wellington.
NZ Anglican Pacifists and Peacemakers are invited to gather to consider how best to be disciples of Jesus the Prince of Peace in this volatile era.
The gathering is from 5:30 pm on Friday, July 11, to 3:30 pm on Saturday, July 12, at St Hilda's Anglican Church, 311 The Parade, Island Bay, Wellington.
Public seminar Saturday July 12 at 11 am “Being Prophets for Peace in an ANZAC Nation”.
To register, or for a post-conference link to a recording of the public seminar, contact NZ Anglican Pacifist Fellowship national secretary, the Ven Indrea Alexander: apfnzsecretary@gmail.com or 027 439 7160.
Full Programme
Come for some or all. No charge. Koha welcome.
Friday, July 11 5:30 pm Meet and greet at St Hilda’s Church, 311 The Parade, Island Bay, Wellington 7 pm dinner takeaways together onsite.
8:30 pm Watch: The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace (1hr10min) at St Hilda’s. The Armed Man charts a descent into war, interspersed with moments of reflection, shows the horrors that war brings, and ends with the hope for peace when “sorrow, pain and death can be overcome.”
Saturday July 12
9:30 am Shared insights Facilitator: Ven Indrea Alexander What is happening in the world of Anglican Pacifism and peace-making? Input from APF NZ chairperson, the Rev Jonathan Hartfield and others.
What is, or needs to be, uppermost for Anglican Pacifists in NZ? And what are Christian pacifists and peacemakers currently involved in?
What in the NZ Anglican church needs Anglican Pacifist input?
10:30 am Cuppa
11 am Public Seminar: Being Prophets for Peace in an ANZAC Nation. A Panel Discussion Facilitator: Wayne Tucker.
12 Midday Prayer
12:15 Lunch
1-1:45 How to make submissions to parliament Presenter: Eve Tucker, a Parliamentary Clerk of the Committee.
1:45 pm Engaging in Our Communities – bring your best ideas to share. Creativity and resources are welcome. 2:30 pm NZ APF AGM join by Zoom – link available from apfnzsecretary@gmail.com
3pm Afternoon tea Conference concludes 3:30 pm.
