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Ko Te Tonga kei te Karaka - The South Calling: 18 January 2024

In our first (official) pānui for 2024 we ask Bishop Steve where the Hope is for 2024, look forward to an ordination and catch up on other news. 

Click here for a printable PDF copy of this edition and see our newsletter webpage to see previous ones and for accessible viewing options. Have a look at our regular features that may not be featured in this newsletter: Vacancies, Events and Calendar, Bishop's Diary, Nourishing Faith Resources, Latest COVID-19 Advice.


Our next edition will be on Thursday 1 February 2024. Please forward any news to bishops.pa@calledsouth.org.nz by 9 am Monday 29 January 2024.


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Ko Te Tonga kei te Karaka - The South Calling: ISSN 2744-6514. Published fortnightly on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.

Contents

Video: What is the Hope for 2024?

What is the Hope for 2024?

by Bishop Steven Benford

To officially kick off 2024, we ask Bishop Steve what hope there is for us as we look to a world with so many challenges... and many that we face as well.

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NZ Red Cross logo

Housing Former Refugees - Can you help?

by Mona Tavakoli

"[Lord,] when did we see you a stranger and invite you in? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you? The King will reply, "I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me." Matthew 25:38-40

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Anglican Diocese of Dunedin

Invitation to the Ordination to the Priesthood of Rev’d Joel Stutter

by Bishop Steven Benford

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Agapanthus for Lent

The Scattered People of the Good Shepherd Service Details

by Ven Anne van Gend

Our next service takes place on Sunday 23 March at 10 am. Service sheets, hymns and readings are attached at the end of this article.

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The compass of Governance

Dunedin Diocesan Trust Board

by Andrew Metcalfe

The Dunedin Diocesan Trust Board (DDTB) is an important part of our Diocese, and is currently looking for two new Trustees...

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TALKING CIRCLES

Register for Talking Circle workshops. How do we work together better? (UPDATED)

by Anne van Gend

In April this year we will have the chance to learn from an expert about the possibilities of "Talking Circles". The workshops are open to lay and ordained alike - anyone who wants to take Jesus' call seriously to become reconciling communities. There is a limit of 15 people per workshop, so register quickly!

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Growth 

Save the dates....

by Ven Dr Anne van Gend

A reminder of events to put into your calendars for 2024-2025.

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Diocesan Children Ministry Hui March 2024

by Rev. John Graveston

Get ready for a dynamic and inspiring Diocesan Children Ministry Hui, bringing together individuals passionate about children's ministry within the Diocese.

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Tikanga Youth Synod 2024

by Rev. John Graveston

Join us at the Anglican Tikanga Youth Synod in Auckland from February 9th to 11th, 2024! If you're aged 16 or above and eager to be part of this transformative experience, read on.

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Lent

Lent 2025 Study Resources

by Anne van Gend

Read on for links to options we have for Lenten study resources, including Lent Studies by Anne van Gend.

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Never Stop Learning

Upcoming Events

by Various

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

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Rowena Park and Jacquie Wright presenting Carol Sainsbury with a posy (Warrington Parish)

I te Pāpaho - Media and Latest News

by Andrew Metcalfe

Keeping up to date with recent news about our parishes, organisations and the wider church.

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