Brad Wood

Churches throughout the Waimea region are marking Easter with services and events that invite you to reflect, remember, and rejoice. From sunrise beach gatherings to all-age celebrations and shared meals, there’s a place for everyone to belong.

Churches across the West Coast are preparing to celebrate Easter with reflection and joy. From Palm Sunday to Resurrection Sunday, find a service near you in Westport, Granity, Greymouth, Kumara, Cobden, and Runanga—all are welcome!

Rev. Gordon Taylor shares how St John’s Hira launched into outreach with a Mad Hatters Tea Party—an afternoon of cake, hats, ukuleles, and connection. Part of the Haere Mai initiative, the event brought joy to the community.

Young people in Aotearoa face immense challenges, and the church is uniting to pray! Rev. Lorna Gray shares the heart behind the First Third Prayer Initiative and why intergenerational prayer is crucial. Join the 40 Days of Prayer this Lent!

What happens when you unplug from the noise and embrace silence? Marzi van der Mark shares her experience on a six-day silent retreat and why young adults should consider stepping away to reconnect with God.

Churches are called to engage their local migrant and multicultural communities, but how? Alice Kinyua shares insights on breaking barriers, building relationships, and learning from others. Join the FIND forum be part of the conversation.

Ripple Effect workshops in Greymouth & Westport equipped everyday Christians to share faith naturally. With practical tools & cultural insights, attendees gained confidence for deeper gospel conversations.

Children’s ministry leaders shape young hearts for Christ. Zane Elliott shares why training is crucial & how the upcoming Kids Ministry Training at Holy Trinity Richmond on 1st March can help.

Artist Jennifer Mason’s Emelie exhibition at St John’s Church, Wakefield, reflects on beauty, stillness, and faith. In Kōrero, she shares how her artistic calling, faith journey, and theology influence her work, creating space for deep contemplation

Start the year right with Convergence Camp 2025! Gather with the Nelson Anglican whānau at Bethany Park, Kaiteriteri for worship, fun, and teaching from Mark and Kirsty Johnson. A weekend of connection, refreshment, and a Gospel-shaped life awaits!

The Nzimbi whānau joins Victory Church in Nelson, bringing 20+ years of ministry experience. Discover their journey, their call to Aotearoa, and what excites them about this new season of life and leadership.

Haere Mai gives us an opportunity to grow in confidence in sharing our faith, to show our communities that church is for everyone, and to extend an invitation to experience the hope and love of Jesus.

Parihaka, founded in the late 1860s, stood as a beacon of peace during a time when conflict and land confiscations were tearing apart Māori communities.

St John’s College Trust Board is offering scholarships to help cover your study costs, from tuition fees to living expenses – and applications close soon.

In the first of the series “We Recommend”, I had a chat with Rev Tim Bustin, vicar of All Saints in Nelson. Tim recommends a book by Peter Scazzero called Emotionally Healthy Discipleship.

Jay’s talk ignited a spark among many to explore our rich missional heritage and look deeper into the value of a reconciled, bicultural church community. 

Fostering unity among the young people, youth leaders and youth groups has been a constant priority for me. It's a crucial part of being a follower of Jesus: to be known for our love for one another.

There was a level of enthusiasm for worship, prayer, prophecy and fellowship that I’ve never seen before. 

As I’ve had the opportunity to hear the stories of our rangatahi who went on the trip it’s become clear that the Fiji Ministry Exchange was a transformative experience for all involved.

For Joe, a minister accustomed to being on the giving end of ministry, being on the receiving end has been a humbling and enlightening experience.

As I watched my team walk through the departure gate at Nelson Airport, I realised that they were not my team anymore.

When we share our stories, we're not just recounting events – we're testifying to God's active presence in our lives.

Reuben was diagnosed with an aggressive form of scoliosis in January and now needs corrective surgery. As the Nelson Diocese whānau we have an opportunity to support the Keighley family.

I had the joy of taking nine young adult leaders to The Abbey in Wellington over the weekend. It was exciting to see God move in our young leaders in the unique ways each of them needed.

There's a time for joyful celebration and fellowship as the body of Christ, and there's a time for outward-focused ministries.

Easter Camp in Christchurch continues to be one of the most profound spaces for young people to encounter Jesus. Four rangatahi and a leader from St B's shared their stories with us.

"In a secular context like New Zealand, it’s important for people to have a strong sense of truth and ways of making sense of the world," Reuben said. "There is an urgent need for churches to step forward and offer a better story."

The campers loved all of Bridge Valley's different activities, but most of all, they loved making new friends and learning about Jesus.

From kōwhai fairies to quilted native birds, the halls were most certainly decked! The Nelson Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival brought joy and the spirit of Christmas to over 12,000 people from all over the world.

Victory Church, Habitat for Humanity, the Salvation Army, Te Piki Ora, and The Male Room have partnered together to supply temporary accommodation in the Victory community, helping to alleviate the Nelson housing crisis.

Have you checked out the latest courses on our very own Discipleship Pathway website?! There are over 10 courses available on a variety of topics, and more on the way.

On Sunday St Barnabas Stoke celebrated the baptisms of four rangatahi. It was a fantastic day, including one baptism at the church and three at Tahunanui Beach.

Spring Camp 2022 was another amazing year of the Nelson Anglican youth groups coming together to worship, learn about Jesus, build connections, and have an awesome time.

This weekend felt like a journey into the attic of the Anglican Church, exploring the hidden treasures of silence, solitude, and contemplative prayer - which have been a part of our culture since its inception.