Often at Synod there will be motions that call upon the Government or other leaders to act on issues that we as a church feel strongly about.

There have been a lot of extra resources developed recently related to COVID-19, but there are also some others on our website that you may have missed.

We have been sad to hear last week of the death of Bishop Jim White in Auckland on Wednesday 30 September. We have a link below to a Video of some highlights from +Jim's life.

The Diocese of Dunedin, Southern Presbyterians, and Scripture Union are running a series of trainings in Dunedin, Invercargill, and Cromwell during the month of November.

This year at the general election we will be given the opportunity to vote on cannabis legislation and control as well as the End of Life Choice. We have updated this page with more resources to help you make your decision.

Have a look at a range of events throughout the Diocese and beyond...

The final in the series by Michael Godfrey, journeying through the Nicene Creed.

At Synod in September, we were inspired by Rev'd Richard Johnson's and Jonathan Wood's journeys to connect faith in rural and urban communities. The Diocese has been successful in receiving funding to employ a person to take this further in our more rural and remote areas.

You may have seen our recent article on Anglican Family Care (AFC) and the wonderful work carried out in our communities. The AFC Board currently has two vacancies: is this something you or someone you know could help fill?

Search your shelves! All books are needed back in the library please for a stocktake.

Reminder: Registrations close today Monday 2 November.

Rather than just happening in September each year, why not make Te Reo Māori an increasing part of your day to day life and your faith community? To help this, we have some common Māori greetings and sign offs that you can use in your speaking and writing (including emails) with others.

Are you or someone you know struggling right now? We have more information, suggestions and inspiration that may help...

The New Zealand Council for Christian Social Services (of which Anglican Care Network is a member) have released an Election Statement for 2020.

Church Services, Liturgical Practice and Hospitality, Funerals and Weddings, Pastoral Visits, Church Groups, Administration Activities, Outreach, Education/Events and access to Church Buildings are allowed at Level 1 while we continue to look out for the well being of everyone. Please note, while communion can be in two kinds, we are asking you not to intinct (dip your wafer or bread into the wine).

At Level 1 we need to continue to take care of each other and ourselves. We have updated our Level 1 information to remind each other what we need to do....