All sorts of recordings for New Zealand Baptistshttps://baptist.nzMany of us have that drawer where we store those random items of future handiness potential. You've opened the podcast version for New Zealand Baptists. Here we're hoarding recordings that, one day, could be just the thing.https://baptist.nzhttps://admin.ezystream.com/static/images/podcast/559eb31b-f8b6-4e02-a6f1-b865d1f8c549.jpgBaptist NZBaptist NZcommsadmin@baptist.org.nzen-usBaptist NZnoLisa Woolley from Glen Eden Baptist and CEO of Visionwest Community Trust demonstrates the impact of the church when it becomes a central place in the community. You’ve found Lisa’s keynote from the Baptist National Hui 2017, Ka tuu, ka rongo, ki te whakapono: Stand and listen with conviction.Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000Lisa WoolleyLisa Woolley42:00008a1026-00d8-41be-9a00-3c368e27be3bnoAndrew Picard, Lecturer and Director at Carey Graduate School, shares what is at the heart of Baptist identity. You’ve found Andrew’s keynote from the National Baptist Hui 2018, Whakawātea: Clearing the way.Wed, 07 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000Andrew PicardAndrew Picard41:00c7fcad7e-7334-4306-9777-c426b733d120noFour emerging leaders, Fiona Beals, Colin Gruetzmacher, and Jennie Ekigbo, share what they think the world we are about to do ministry and mission in will look like. You’ve found a recording of Charles Hewlett interviewing this panel at the Baptist National Hui 2019, Kia tupu whakaritorito: Positioning ourselves to thrive.Mon, 11 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000Fiona Beals, Colin Gruetzmacher, Jennie Ekigbo, and Charles HewlettFiona Beals, Colin Gruetzmacher, Jennie Ekigbo, and Charles Hewlett60:003f7982ff-b84d-4037-91ec-d7f5f7a2c5fenoTim Cooper, Professor of Church History at the University of Otago and previous leader at Dunedin City Baptist Church, shares with us someone he knows well: seventeenth-century church leader Richard Baxter. Leaders today can learn much from Richard, who warns us to watch over ourselves. You’ve found Tim’s keynote from the Baptist National Hui 2019, Kia tupu whakaritorito: Positioning ourselves to thrive.Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000Tim CooperTim Cooper34:00102b7af0-0f0a-4bd4-9a9e-0cfcaef134f2noGeorge Weiland, Director of the Carey Centre for Mission Research, opens Acts 13:1-3, bringing light to the relating, relocating, and relearning that needs to take place for effective mission. You’ve found George’s keynote from the Baptist National Hui 2019, Kia tupu whakaritorito: Positioning ourselves to thrive.Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000George WeilandGeorge Weiland42:001f5d4ec5-6bab-4096-9124-b8801d6acebbnoCharles Hewlett focuses on two words: shamelessly and audacious, found in Luke 11:5-13. Are we becoming a movement where bold prayers are the norm? You’ve found Charles’ words for us following the National Baptist Hui 2019, Kia tupu whakaritorito: Positioning ourselves to thrive.Thu, 14 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000Charles HewlettCharles Hewlett26:00934c0073-0814-42cc-b287-f618663acc92noCarey Baptist College Principal, John Tucker, unpacks the priority, purpose and paradox of our calling found in Colossians 1:28-29. You’ve found John’s keynote from the Baptist National Hui 2022, Ngā mahi whakamīharo: The spectacular acts of God.Mon, 14 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000John TuckerJohn Tucker32:00c7ec0308-4ba4-4ce8-bcae-092018b98302noMatt Renata takes us on a ride into the story of the church in Aotearoa and towards the new thing God is doing. You’ve found Matt and his wife Rachel’s keynote from the Baptist National Hui 2022, Ngā mahi whakamīharo: The spectacular acts of God.Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000Matt RenataMatt Renata40:0015c78c55-45b7-4dd8-a4e7-ba36ac2b599fnoSam Kilpatrick, youth program leader and lecturer at Carey Baptist College, challenges us to think about and respond to the place of the youth in our faith communities. You’ve found Sam’s keynote from the Baptist National Hui 2022, Ngā mahi whakamīharo: The spectacular acts of God.Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000Sam KilpatrickSam Kilpatrick29:000e95235d-d068-4a64-952b-97ef3aaf8535noFour emerging leaders, Hannah Cossey, Jonathan Edmeadas, Eduardo Mendonca and Tanya Lameta, share what the church they lead is going to look like. You’ve found this panel’s keynote from the Baptist National Hui 2022, Ngā mahi whakamīharo: The spectacular acts of God.Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000Hannah Cossey, Jonathan Edmeadas, Eduardo Mendonca and Tanya LametaHannah Cossey, Jonathan Edmeadas, Eduardo Mendonca and Tanya Lameta47:008f76705c-57b2-4f5c-b010-fa4666405e06noMichael Rhodes, Lecturer in Old Testament at Carey Baptist College, uncovers the wonder of the potluck and the error of the soup kitchen. You’ve found Michael’s keynote from the Baptist National Hui 2022, Ngā mahi whakamīharo: The spectacular acts of God.Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000Michael RhodesMichael Rhodes27:00671f9ac7-3bce-41f5-ac93-2ec32f617669noWhat does it mean to be the Church, and how are we modelling power? In this Carey Conversations recording, Jonny Weir, Director of Ministry Training at Carey Baptist College, interviews Frank Ritchie, Wesleyan Methodist Minister and one of the authors of the Arise Church report. They explore potential problems with models of Church and leadership being adopted today. Joining the discussion from Carey Baptist College is Luke Kaa-Morgan, Te Pouarataki mō te hikoi; Christa McKirland, Lecturer in Systematic Theology; and Michael Rhodes, Old Testament Lecturer.Thu, 05 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000Jonny Weir, Frank Ritchie, Luke Kaa-Morgan, Christa McKirland and Michael RhodesJonny Weir, Frank Ritchie, Luke Kaa-Morgan, Christa McKirland and Michael Rhodes71:00a08d596f-6578-49cf-983c-b801d0413297noWhat does the Bible have to say about our function as elders? What is it that we are meant to be and do? Charles Hewlett talks to George Wieland, Director of Mission Research and Training at Carey Baptist College, about the Bible and eldership. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000Charles Hewlett and George WielandCharles Hewlett and George Wieland25:002f640b97-93fa-4e20-8da0-ef2bccc0975dnoWhat is it that makes good governance? What do governors actually do? Charles Hewlett talks to Mel Wilson about eldership and governance. Mel has worked as a project manager in the not-for-profit sector for the past ten years, also holding governance roles and sitting on funding committees. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000Charles Hewlett and Mel WilsonCharles Hewlett and Mel Wilson20:00e9105844-21f0-43af-84ca-414d79052bcfnoBig, medium or small – does one eldership model fit all churches? What are some of the options? Where does the pastor fit into all this? Charles Hewlett talks to Reti Ah-Voa and Grant Harris about models of eldership. Reti is an Elder at Mangere Bridge Baptist Church (Auckland) and Regional Leader of the Northern Baptist Association, and Grant is the Senior Pastor at Windsor Park Baptist Church (Auckland). Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.Sat, 21 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000Charles Hewlett, Reti Ah-Voa and Grant HarrisCharles Hewlett, Reti Ah-Voa and Grant Harris21:00df84b057-91fe-4828-b009-fe7c382ead08noHow does the Bible remain the foundational guide for our belief and behaviour as a church? What practical things can we do to keep the Bible central in our leadership? Charles Hewlett talks to John Tucker, Principal of Carey Baptist College, about bringing the Bible into decision-making. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.Mon, 23 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000Charles Hewlett and John TuckerCharles Hewlett and John Tucker14:000d85c8f0-4c8b-475d-8150-befeada829f8noWhat things contribute to healthy relationships? What are some of the pitfalls we must try and avoid? Charles Hewlett talks to Jonny Weir about maintaining healthy relationships within church leadership teams. Jonny is the Director of Ministry Training at Carey Baptist College. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.Wed, 25 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000Charles Hewlett and Jonny WeirCharles Hewlett and Jonny Weir21:00d2499f20-3e46-4129-bfc1-77b78af6d5a1noWhere do we find new elders? What training will make us even better? How can we support our pastor and staff more? Charles Hewlett talks to Mike Crudge, former Director of the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning, about strengthening our eldership teams. Click 'Read' next to the episode on the Baptist NZ app or website to open the study guide, including discussion questions. This recording is from the Better Church Elders video series. Thanks to the Carey Centre for Lifelong Learning for producing this resource and making it freely available.Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000Charles Hewlett and Mike CrudgeCharles Hewlett and Mike Crudge17:00043ec423-c19e-4bb6-9692-132e56fb57denoThe cost of living and housing crisis is having a significant and ongoing impact on individuals, families, and communities. The issues involved are complex and multifaceted and can leave us wondering what, if anything, we can do in response. In this Carey Conversation we were joined by leaders from Visionwest Waka Whakakitenga as we seek to better understand the scope of the issue, the disproportionate impact it is having on some of our communities, and the range of forces at play.Thu, 27 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000Lisa Woolley, Judy Matai’a, Fred Astle, Emma Stokes, and Michael RhodesLisa Woolley, Judy Matai’a, Fred Astle, Emma Stokes, and Michael Rhodes75:0014ae0bd2-3908-420d-9bb4-0d3853831984noThis episode is from the Carey Graduate School Research Conference. Michael Rhodes, Lecturer in the Old Testament at Carey Baptist College, calls us to expand the biblical text we engage with when approaching political discipleship, bringing greater insight into how we might posture ourselves towards political power. There’s a lot to learn from the actions of Joseph and Daniel. Listen in to hear Michael unpack politics with these two influencers.Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000Michael RhodesMichael Rhodes23:009a1273f0-3288-41ec-998e-855560aba21anoIn an ongoing posture of praising and ministering to the Lord, the church heard the Spirit's direction. How often do we practice this posture together? Do we seek to make decisions before we seek God's presence? Have we got it the wrong way round? Eduardo Mendonca from New Generation Church brings us the Word in this recording from the Baptist National Hui 2023: Baptists shaping our future.Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000Eduardo MendoncaEduardo Mendonca30:00bca51e08-15a3-45f5-81e3-0b8de80ca442noRuth demonstrates the sacrifice in kindness. One of the boldest things we can do is be kind. Is kindness and tender concern for others shaping our decisions, discussions and the way we think towards one another? Lucy Talsma from Hamilton South Baptist Church brings us the Word in this recording from the Baptist National Hui 2023: Baptists shaping our future.Wed, 20 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Lucy Talsma Lucy Talsma25:00d220d6c0-1289-4e38-a31c-6bd1207699a7noLet's go boldly after what God has called us to. When we are lost-people-centric, this becomes a powerful scripture. Following Jesus' command to go requires stepping out of the familiar, making ourselves available, working with people, and getting our hands dirty. MAKE CAKE. Cliff Thompson from The Render Gathering brings us the Word in this recording from the Baptist National Hui 2023: Baptists shaping our future.Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000Cliff ThompsonCliff Thompson20:00fa352d32-d723-4606-8ec7-84414516d196noWith the 2000th anniversary of the Church drawing near in 2033, Regional Leaders Peter Foster, Chris Chamberlain, Mike Warring, Rachel Murray, and Reti Ah-Voa call our Baptist whānau to join 51 million Baptists globally in the Acts 2 movement, embracing its five pathways of Bible, story, friend, care, and justice.Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000Chris Chamberlain, Peter Foster, Mike Warring, Rachel Murray, Reti Ah VoaChris Chamberlain, Peter Foster, Mike Warring, Rachel Murray, Reti Ah Voa43:008de8611c-dd12-49ac-a1e4-bf35e196e8f1noBaptist Māori give thanks for those whose faith and decisions paved the way for their ongoing, Spirit-led work of reconciliation.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000Luke Kaa MorganLuke Kaa Morgan45:008056e0f1-b763-4223-9231-b98935ae5cb1noMark Westhousen, Director of Queensland Baptists Church Health, shares practical insights and real-life examples on cultivating a healthy, fruit-bearing church.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000Mark WesthousenMark Westhousen51:00568f59ed-c360-4ede-ab64-3b32a28cbc22noOur newly elected National Leader, Chris Chamberlain, shares with Sarah Beisly his vision for unity, reconciliation, and the work that still lies ahead. He’s later joined by Ngaire Button, Jan Ozanne, Jono Edmeades, and Mark Westhousen, who reflect on what God might be saying to us as a Baptist movement.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000Chris ChamberlainChris Chamberlain42:00115a0481-088c-40cf-82d5-7f566b6d4e9dnoJan Ozanne, Children and Families Catalyst, draws on the image of the harakeke plant to show that a flourishing family is one that places its young people at the centre - with Chris Chamberlain, Dave Diack, Casey Clark, Carolyn Kestle, Colin Greutzmacher, Cintia Rossaneis. Steph WoodMon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000Jan OzanneJan Ozanne44:169856082f-365f-4a76-87bd-62ee53b73afdnoChris Chamberlain reflects on 1 Corinthians 12:12–27, reminding us that as individual members of the body of Christ, we are called to unity; drinking deeply from the one Spirit that makes us whole.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000Chris ChamberlainChris Chamberlain19:004e065986-e270-4f8c-ae3e-e5e87297bb11noPaul Jones, Principal at Carey Baptist College, unpacks Acts 2:41–47, showing how the early church’s rhythms and practices echo themes found throughout the Old Testament.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000Paul JonesPaul Jones24:215855f337-902a-4860-8088-7c2a367be850noGrace Long, Youth Pastor at Titirangi Baptist Church, reflects on Matthew 28:16–20, inviting us to rediscover the authority and power of Jesus’ name and to step boldly into his call to make disciples.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000Grace LongGrace Long20:44debe479f-693f-4a0e-8a6c-2b5cd3cf8e03noMon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000