During the four weeks of Advent as we lead up to the celebration of the birth of Jesus, who was born in less-than-ideal circumstances, I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on children living in poverty in Aotearoa New Zealand today.

Advent is a time of preparation. A time to focus, with repentance, fasting, and prayer on preparing for Epiphany – remembering the Magi’s visit to the baby Jesus and a celebration of Jesus’ incarnation on Earth.

The Connexional Office will be closing from midday on Friday 23 December 2022 and will reopen again at 8.30am on 9 January 2023.

This office will be closed from 5pm Friday 16 December until 9am Monday 09 January.

Friday 23 Dec 2022 - Monday 09 January 2023

Our office will close for the Christmas break at 12:00pm on Friday 23rd December and reopen on Monday 9th January.

CWS hosted the annual Supporter’s Council in person in Auckland and online in the evening of November 25.

Give a gift with a promise of change: better income, new skills and healthcare. Buy a meaningful gift.

Christian World Service invites you to pray and give a gift of love to this year’s Christmas Appeal.

Calls for support of West Papuan, and boycott of Indonesian products

Not many people know how difficult Dame Valerie Adam's journey to the top has been.

Commemorating 20 years.

27 September - 4 October 2023

We are seeking to employ a Children, Youth & Family Facilitator to continue to grow and strengthen our children, youth and family programmes within the congregation and in the wider community.

Five Carol Programmes offered by Wesley Broadway Community Radio in partnership with Manawatu People’s Radio (MPR)

News for Uniting Congregations

The Theology Programme at the University of Otago offers a wide range of papers and qualifications, all available via distance learning.