Nourishing Faith: Food for the Journey
On this page we have Gospel Conversations, links to resources for all ages... plenty to nourish and inspire.
Praying for Iran
You will be aware of rising concern around what is happening in Iran. Anglican Missions have an excellent article (22 January) as part of their "Let's Pray the News" that you may find helpful to use in your own prayer and devotions.
Gospel Old Testament Conversations.
This week's Gospel Conversation (OT), Feb 8: Isaiah 59:1-12
In case you missed last week, this year we have decided to do things a little differently, and challenge ourselves to find the Gospel in the Old Testament reading for the week. Isaiah is sometimes called "the fifth Gospel" as it is so jam packed with passages that Jesus loved and quoted. If you read this, you will hear echoes of Jesus' words all through it. It is a passage that deeply challenges our worship and Christian life - so where is the good news in it? And how should we live? Gillian Townsley (St Hilda's School), Ben Truman (Dean of Christchurch) and Damon Plimmer (Ministry Educator and Wanaka vicar) join Michael this week to explore this glorious passage.
Watch the Gospel Conversation here
Last Week's Gospel Conversations (OT), Feb 1: Micah 6:1-8
On Sunday 1 February we had one of the best-known passages of the Old Testament for Christians: "What does the Lord require of you, but to do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with your God?" Lisa Emerson, Joel Stutter, and Jonathan Gale join Michael to get us started. From next week onwards we may change the questions a little, but this was a fun beginning.
Watch the Gospel Conversation here
About Gospel Conversations - Old Testament
"Gospel Conversations - Old Testament" are informal discussions about the Old Testament reading coming up the following Sunday in our lectionaries. We gather (usually) a range of people to take part, from around our diocese, our Province, and the wider Anglican Communion: clergy, laity, theologians, explorers. We are not all experts, we don't all agree with everything that is said, but we hope that by putting a range of ideas out there for you, this might aid your personal devotions, your sermon preparation, or your home group.
Church Year Seasonal Resources
Have a look at our Lent resources...
Resources for Children
The Children, Young People and Family Resource Hub has resources we add to to as they come to hand.
Explore Our Shared Google Drive for Children & Youth Ministry Resources
If you're involved in ministry with children, youth, or families, don’t forget to check out our shared Google Drive—packed with resources to inspire, equip, and support you in your work. Click the "Leaders Resource" red banner on the webpage.
A final reminder of our latest Diocese of Dunedin Resources:
Nourishing Faith Hub – resources to support your faith journey, including material for children, young people and families.
Seasonal Resources Hub – updated for the church year, with material for children, young people and families.
Deepening Faith – including Anne Gover’s extensive study notes (Dropbox folder HERE).
Gospel Conversations – weekly reflections and discussions (website link).
Faith Communities Videos – music, seminars and parish stories on our refreshed website.
About Nourishing Faith – videos and supporting resources
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