NZMWF Spreading the Good News

Although 2024 brought challenges, we now look ahead with hope for a productive and successful year, thankful for the strength and life we’ve received to continue spreading the Good News.

This year will be a busy one as we begin preparations for the World Assembly in August 2026. Our World Federation representative, Simulata Pope, will maintain close communication with the Local Arrangement Committee (LAC) and District leaders, as well as South Pacific officials, through Zoom meetings and email updates. The LAC will meet in the next few weeks to get things underway.

We also have some district visitations outside of Auckland scheduled for the first quarter of this year. On Monday 24 March, the North Canterbury District will meet with us in Christchurch, and on 12 April, the Upper North District will gather with us in Dargarville.

Since the beginning of last year, I’ve had the opportunity to visit several local parishes in the Tonga District, and this year I’ve been able to meet with a few congregations to greet them and acknowledge their contributions in supporting the NZMWF.

2025 will be our final year in this role, as we will be handing it over to the Waikato District, specifically Judith Herbert and her new executive team. In preparation for this transition, I am taking every opportunity to encourage current executive members to lead with confidence, helping to train them for future leadership roles.

Finally, I want to remind us all of our theme: “GROW IN CHRIST AND BE A LIFE GIVER.” This is our call to walk together in God’s grace and share life with others through our actions, letting His light shine in all we do.

Wishing you all the best for 2025.