Nelson Anglicans

17/06/2026

Last week we gathered those from Nelson and Waimea for the first of three Emmaus training events. West Coast, you're up next!

Register here: https://nelsonanglican.nz/emmaus

16/06/2026

On Sunday, Sam Oomen was ordained as a deacon in a joyful service at All Saints in Nelson.

13/06/2026

Jesus was never particularly impressed by those who knew lots – the Pharisees, Sadduccees and scribes were often on the sharp end of his social commentary.

I’m always aware that Jesus was never particularly impressed by those who knew lots – the Pharisees, Sadduccees and scribes were often on the sharp end of his social commentary.

11/06/2026

Nigel Irwin was commissioned on Sunday as minister-in-charge of St Christopher’s in Redwoodtown, Blenheim. Welcome, Nigel!

Nigel Irwin was commissioned on Sunday as minister-in-charge of St Christopher’s in Redwoodtown, Blenheim. I caught up with him to ask about his journey.

11/06/2026

Applications for the 2027 Waitangi Hīkoi close this Sunday.

Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKDAaBut_O5lIEmXAwfANYmPL0s5Kt6f-fP5rGgeWcZvsjBQ/viewform

08/06/2026

Jo Robertson's "Left to their Own Devices" workshop has sold out! Tickets are still left for "The Lost Boys of the West" – check it out.

Learn about the evidence on boys' education, mental health and behaviour, and examine the digital ecosystem shaping their values.

08/06/2026

This Saturday at St Barnabas in Stoke – Emmaus leadership training.

Register here: https://nelsonanglican.nz/emmaus

07/06/2026

When we feel heard, we feel loved.

I struggle to listen well. Yet over the last decade of being an Anglican priest, listening has become a critical part of living out my vocation.

06/06/2026

Ordination at 70, parish scandals and church at a lighthouse – retired clergy share stories of calling and ministry.

Ordination at 70, parish scandals and church at a lighthouse – four retired clergy share stories of calling and ministries as varied as the communities they served.

05/06/2026

Bishopdale College's librarian Jennifer Patterson shares her observations.

"I think the library can be missional in fostering spiritual growth and equipping people to better serve God. To be part of God’s mission is very satisfying for me."