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Since 1997, movements of church-based transformation have been catalyzed in more than 60 nations through the Disciple Nations Alliance Vision Conference. These events provide a unique opportunity to unite the local body of Christ around a powerful, Biblical vision for church-based social transformation and to receive practical training and tools to put it into practice immediately. more»

"The weather will be just one of many adjustments I will have to make as I prepare for life back in the 'West'. Seven years seems to have gone by very quickly and I wonder what God has got ahead for me. It's been a life-changing experience and I think I will return as a more mature and confident person than when I left New Zealand. I thank God for all my experiences here." Read more from Jo at the NZCMS website... link»

So this mission has come to an end, has it been fruitful? Each person will have to decide that for themselves, but lets look at some of the 'fruit': A dream to build toilets for 55-years in a remote village, is about to become a reality. With support from the Golden Oldies and this Families Mission, they hope to be completed within the next month... more»

Hi everyone. We left NZ from Auckland after a great few days in Auckland catching up with family, friends and the opportunity of speaking at the Auckland Cathedral. But we were pretty tired when we finished so our three days in Singapore were spent sleeping, eating Chinese and Indian food, with just a spot of sightseeing. We really enjoyed... more»

The Matos are travelling around New Zealand on Deputation over the next few months. For more information about the Matos click here » Tuesday 9 October - Christchurch - Morning service at St Columba Hornby, followed by lunch. Friday 12 October - Chistchurch -  St Augustine’s Cashmere, NZCMS meeting Sunday 14 October more»

“After the rather “heavy” content of the previous blog post, it is time to lighten up a bit and share with you some amusing signs I have come across since coming to Cambodia. Most of them feature some rather “creative” English, shown here for your amusement, with no intention of being derogoratory. I probably frequently use equally “creative” Khmer and the locals are very patient and long-suffering with me! So, please fasten your seat belt, ensure your cellphone is turned off or in flight mode, your seat is upright and your tray table is stowed, – and prepare to take off – to Phnom Penh, Battambang and Siem Reap…. for a unique look at aspects of Khmer life portrayed through interesting signs I have seen while out and about in these places.” link»

Gerald and Maureen Harley will be having a short farewell tour in NZ and will be speaking at the following churches.Gerald and Maureen Harley are originally from Otago, New Zealand. They have a long history with mission, having previously served overseas before God led them to Cambodia with NZCMS in 2003. Gerald is an experienced secondary more»

Murray and Féy Cotter have returned to work as Mission Partners in Albania for the second time with NZCMS and European Christian Mission (ECM). Murray and Féy use their gifts in evangelism, discipleship, teaching and administration to serve the church in Lushnje. NEW - Sunday 2nd September - 8am, 10am and 7pm Nativity more»

Rosie works in the Partnership Office of the Diocese of Egypt with North Africa and the Horn of Africa. She works with an Egyptian woman, Sherry, and their roles are to facilitate partnerships between the ministries in Egypt, and with many partners who support the work of these ministries. This involves writing funding proposals, reporting on how more»

Language fit for the King – the hard work pays off! "We have both been doing the “Christian Survival Khmer” course in our lessons and this was put to very good use the other day. Let me tell you how it came about." link»

Dear friends in Christ,Greetings to you all in the name of our amazing Lord who has brought us back safely to this special place of Msalato. It's a place that needs your prayers as we who work here do as we return from holidaying in the UK to face new challenges.We were sooooooo cold in the UK but had a lovely time with our daughter and the more»

Today's missionaries are a long way from the black-clad English clergymen pictured in 19th century paintings preaching to dark-skinned natives. The Anglicans' Church Missionary Society now sends mission 'partners' to regions all over the world - they are usually invited by local dioceses and their desire to work in the third world can be as much about helping the poor as it is about converting the locals. more»

Dear friends in Christ,This has not been the best month for us and we've been leaning on the Lord a little more than usual. We have also been very conscious of your prayer that sustains us ' in sickness and in health'. Iri has has a bout of malaria which followed a stomach virus. The malaria did not go away and required a second dose of medication more»

Who is Steve Maina?I grew up in Kenya, and have lived and worked in Nairobi for the last 18 years. I received a call to serve the Lord at the age of 14 years, when I was in high school. My father was an Anglican minister for over 50 years and now, at 76, he is retired. I am a 4th generation minister in the Anglican Church. My great grandfather more»

After very lively thought provoking visits to churches, groups and Hui Amorangi around New Zealand over the last five months, Iri & Kate are preparing to return to Msalato Theological College in Tanzania.Pictured here with Robert Kereopa, Paul Mwihambi and Jennifer Mgendi from Tanzania (who also accompanied them on more»