Spiritual Practices
Many strands of Christian practice weave together an ecumenical service for Easter Day
From All Saints Anglican Church in Ponsonby, Auckland, an ecumenical service celebrating this climax of the Christian year. Audio
Church-goers able to 'reconnect with each other' this Easter, cathedral dean says
With the lifting of restrictions under the orange traffic light setting, there will be no limit on the number of people who can attend Easter Services at churches across the motu.
History with Dr Grant Morris
The Easter break begins tomorrow with Good Friday. New Zealanders spend Easter in many different ways but for some Christians, Easter means Easter Camp. Today we'll talk about the history and… Audio
Saudi Arabia expands Hajj to 1m pilgrims
Participants from outside the kingdom will be allowed after two years of tight Covid-19 restrictions.
Tauranga Church gifts land back to local iwi
A Tauranga Church is doing its part to right an historical wrong in the city. The evangelical Curate Church owned and occupied a piece of land in the central city and has decided to give the land back… Audio
One survivor's incredible journey, three years since mosque terror attacks
Three years since the Christchurch terror attacks left 51 worshippers dead and dozens injured, one survivor has completed a remarkable journey.
Temel Atacocugu has walked from Dunedin to Christchurch… Video, Audio
Abuse in care: Psychologist on cover-ups in Catholic order
The Catholic Order of St John of God has been described as masters of cover-up and moral simpletons.
An Australian clinical psychologist has been giving evidence at the inquiry looking at historical… Audio
A million set to throng India's Ganges for holy dip despite Covid-19
A surge in Covid-19 infections across India is not deterring Hindu worshippers who are expected to gather on the riverbanks on Friday and Saturday.
Christians unite across denominational divides to celebrate Christmas together
From St Anne's Catholic Church in Newtown, Wellington an ecumenical service celebrating this central event in the Christian calendar. Audio
Stories to help kids understand Muslim community released
A collection of stories to help children better understand the Muslim community will be available to all primary schools.
The stories have been produced by the Islamic Women's Council in partnership… Audio
AK churches prepare for Covid-safe Christmas celebrations
Christmas mass across the motu might look a little bit different this year, as the traffic light system means new restrictions and guidelines. But not to worry, churches have got things sorted when it… Audio
Australian woman's 'reverse' Advent calendar brings Christmas joy to others
Counting down the days to Christmas might involve kids bouncing of bed every day busting to open the next window in the Advent calendar, and collect a tasty little treat or trinket along the way.
But… Video, Audio
A matter of faith: The Māngere congregation with 100% vaccinations
Church minister Suiva'aia Te'o says proactive communication, compassion and clear information have led to a fully vaccinated congregation.
Level 2 means sharing food for New Plymouth's Indonesian community
Many ethnic groups outside Tāmaki Makaurau used to picking up home-made delicacies at community events or religious gatherings, still have to wait for alert level 2 for their favourite "takeaway"…
Church services offer chance to worship within household bubble
Worshippers will need to reacquaint themselves with virtual church services or other forms of spiritual reflection in their bubble today.
Government cracks down on conversion therapy
Conversion therapy will become a crime punishable by up to five years in prison, under legislation introduced to Parliament today.
It involves attempting to change a person's sexual orientation -… Audio
Private service to farewell Toa the baby orca
Baby orca Toa was farewelled at the weekend by around 70 people before being taken for burial by Ngāti Toa rangatira.
The orca died in his sea pen on Friday evening after being cared for at the… Audio
Woman warns South Korean religious sect recruiting in Auckland
A woman who spent years in a South Korean religious sect operating in Auckland is warning others of its recruitment techniques.
Shincheonji Church of Jesus has been described as a doomsday cult, and… Audio
Mānawa maiea te putanga o Matariki - the first day of Matariki
Today is the first day of Matariki, the Māori lunar new year.
Across the country, people gathered at dawn around fires, on hilltops and on beaches to catch a glimpse of the glittering cluster.
And… Video, Audio
New Matariki holiday dates released
Dates for the next 30 years of the new Matariki public holiday were released at a special ceremony this morning.
The calendar date for the public holiday will shift each year to align with the… Audio