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Week of prayer for Christian unity 22 May - 5 June 2022

by Mission and Ecumenical

The traditional observance of the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in Aotearoa New Zealand, is between Ascension and Pentecost.

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Seven Steps for a Fairer Future

by Methodist Alliance

The Methodist Alliance is proud to be part of the Fairer Future Collaboration – 37 organisations around the motu who are led by ActionStation and are calling on our Government to adopt a seven-point plan of action to support low-income New Zealanders facing the high cost of living and to create lasting change for people most in need.

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Parenting Through Separation

by Methodist Mission Southern

“It seems to me that almost nothing in life is so important as being loved and cared for as a child. Maybe only an early death ever means more, has more bearing on the ultimate shape of an existence. Even a vast lottery win or some other great stroke of fortune means little in comparison, because the legacy of one is liable to affect so profoundly the reaction to the other.” Iain Banks

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World Council of Churches - 11th Assembly

by Mission and Ecumenical

The 11th Assembly of the World Council of Churches will take place in Karlsruhe, Germany, from 31 August to 8 September 2022, under the theme "Christ's love moves the world to reconciliation and unity".

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Lectionary

by Faith & Order

The Methodist Church of NZ Lectionary is produced by Faith & Order in July each year.

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Create Safe Spaces for Refugees

by CWS

This tells the story of Mona, a refugee born in Lebanon but who could not go to school.

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Ecumenical Cycle of Prayer

by Mission and Ecumenical

Pray with us! The Ecumenical Prayer Cycle takes us through every region of the world over the course of a year.

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PAC Distribution Group

by PAC Distribution Group

Share your dream or story

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Operation Refugee

by Christian World Service

Will you join CWS in this year’s Operation Refugee?

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Towards a Modern Slavery Act

by CWS

CWS is supporting a joint initiative calling for our government to pass a Modern Slavery Act.

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Maundy Thursday

by Methodist Mission Northern

Splice is a part of Methodist Mission Northern. We try to express and live out our Christian faith in the inner-city of Auckland.

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Treasurer Position

by World Day of Prayer

World Day of Prayer Aoteroa/New Zealand (WDPANZ) National Committee is seeking a Treasurer.

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Tonga Appeal Update

by CWS

Tonga Community Development Trust is undertaking a needs assessment on Tongatapu, Ha’apai, and ‘Eua and appointing new staff to manage the recovery programme.

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25th Anniversary Celebrations

by Waiwhetu Methodist Church

In June 1997, the Waiwhetu Methodist Church in Lower Hutt merged with the St Lukes Presbyterian Church to form the Waiwhetu Uniting Church.

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Thank you from World Day of Prayer National Committee

by World Day of Prayer Committee

I would like to thank all of you who organised services to mark the 2022 World Day of Prayer on Friday 4 March.

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Shirley Erena Murray - hymn writer

Easter Music Series offered by Wesley Broadway Community Radio

by Wesley Broadway Radio

- in partnership with Manawatu People’s Radio (MPR)

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National Dialogue for Christian Unity (Aotearoa New Zealand)

by Mission and Ecumenical

The purpose of the NDCU is to develop existing relationships, giving expression to koinonia, and sharing and receiving the gifts which each member church has to offer.

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