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"Fifty Years Syne" : by Rev James Chisholm, First Edition, 1898. The 50th anniversary history of the New Zealand Southern Presbyterian Church (being the Presbyterian Synod of Otago & Southland which joined with the NZ Presbyterian Church in 1901) from 1848 to 1898. Fancy printed cloth cover, staining to inside end papers, binding secure, one detached page. Roughly cut edges to pages as per all copies of this book printed by J Wilkie & Co of Dunedin. 242 pages. 8 copies, $15.00 to $30.00 depending on condition.
"History of the New Zealand Presbyterian Church" : by Rev John Dickson, 1899. This history describes the origins and establishment of the Presbyterian Church in New Zealand (excepting the Provinces of Otago & Southland) and covers the period 1840 to 1898. A short history of each Parish is given together with many illustrations. Rubbed title edge to hard cover with slight tearing to edges. Spine binding still attached but rear cover beginning to seperate from spine. Would not handle frequent usage but a perfectly acceptable occasional reference copy. Clean pages, no foxing. 533 pages with many illustrations and index. $40.00
"History of the New Zealand Presbyterian Church" : by Rev John Dickson, 1899. This history describes the origins and establishment of the Presbyterian Church in New Zealand (excepting the Provinces of Otago & Southland) and covers the period 1840 to 1898. A short history of each Parish is given together with many illustrations. Hard cover detached from spine with the spine in fact being broken in half. Staining to inside end papers and some foxing to edges, otherwise clean pages. Normal wear to covers. This book is worth repairing and would make an acceptable reference copy. 533 pages with many illustrations and index. $30.00
"The History of the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand 1840 - 1940" : by the JR Elder. An in depth history of the work of the Presbyerian Church in New Zealand from 1840 to 1940, including its Missionary work. 464 pages, hard bound, 34 illustrations, 4 maps, no dust jackets. $15.00 to $20.00 each.
"Presbyterians in Aotearoa 1840-1990" - The 150th anniversary history of the Presbyterian Church in Aotearoa New Zealand. Hard bound with dust cover, 203 pages, 127 illustrations. One copy with rubbing and small tear to dustcover otherwise all in 'as new', unused condition $25.00 (new copies also for sale below)
"The Flame Unquenched" : by Georgina McDonald, published 1956. The history of the Presbyterian Church in Southland from 1856 to 1956. A register of Parishes and their Ministers at rear, hard bound, 186 pages. Clean pages, $8.00 to $10.00
"A Manual of Doctrine" : by Rev JM Bates, 1950. This hard bound book aims to clearly explain the various Doctrines of the Presbyterian Church in a well laid out and comprehensive but not technical format being aimed at a general audience including new communicants and leaders among Church groups as a basis for instruction and as a means of better understanding the meaning of the New Testament. Slightly torn dust jacket, front page (blank) removed, clean pages. $6.00
"Beyond Pandemonium" : The story of the independence movement in the New Hebrides and the eventual creation of the Republic of Vanuatu, by Father Walter Lini. Chapters cover such topics as the Church and Politics, the Vanuaaku Movement, Political challenges, the John Frum Movement, the Nagriamel Movement, and lingering pre-independence Colonial rivalry. Asia Pacific Books LTD, Wellington, 1980, 63 pages including illustrations. Three copies : clean pages, card cover, good used condition $15.00 each
"By Love Serve" : The history of the Order of Deaconesses of the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand to 1962 by the Rev JD Salmond, 96 pages, 36 illustrations, hard cover. 6 copies, some dust jackets slightly marked otherwise good clean copies. $5.00 to $10.00 each
"Except a Grain of Wheat..." - The ensuing history of the Order of Deaconesses in the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand 1961-1975, by Rev NJ Burgess, 1979. Soft cover, 48 pages, 17 illustrations, clean pages, marked covers. $8.00
"A Pioneering Ministry" : The history of Presbyterian Home Missions in New Zealand from 1862 to 1964 by the Rev Harold Scott, 94 pages, 20 illustrations, soft card cover. Three copies, all used condition. All covers lightly scuffed. $15.00 each
"Hearts of Gold" : Memories of old Queenstown and district compiled by the Rev JD Salmond from the recollections of his mother, an early resident of the town, covering the period 1870-90. 57 pages, 8 illustrations, soft cover published 1962, clean pages, slightly scuffed cover, $15.00
"The Story of the Otago Free Church Settlement 1848-1948" by the Very Rev Prof J Collie, 1948, 368 pages with illustrations, hard cover. Clean pages, no or torn dust jackets. $25.00 each (includes one signed presentation copy with tatty cover but good clean pages)
"Port Chalmers - Gateway to Otago" by Harold Bowman, 1948. A history of Port Chalmers featuring the settlement from the early 1800's and includes chapters on shipping, business, education, churches, defence, industry, social and people. 224 pages with 20 illustrations, hard bound. Good copy, some foxing to top of page edges otherwise clean and unmarked pages, marked dust jacket. $40.00
"Bible & Society - A Sesquicentennial History of the Bible Society in New Zealand" by Peter J Lineham, 1996. A history of the Bible Society in New Zealand and its work over the last 150 years. Soft card cover, 302 pages, some illustrations. As new condition $40.00
"The New Zealand Student Christian Movement 1896-1996" : A Centennial History, by Christine Berry. A collection of four research papers with footnotes, 68 pages, 2 illustrations, Soft card cover. Excellent used copy, name of previous owner on front end paper, $12.00
"The Return of Jesus" - Earthing the Christian Hope" by Rev Rob Yule, 1998. A 'Presbyterian Affirm' booklet looking at this subjecy from one viewpoint, including the hope of a Messiah, the restoration of the Jews, the resurrection of the dead, and the renewal of the Earth. Soft cover, 28 pages, higlighter pen on one phrase otherwise unmarked. $8.00
"New Zealand Jesus" by the Rev Dr GAF Knight. A contemporary look at how we can relate to Jesus in a New Zealand context. Published in 1974, card covers, 48 pages. $6.00 to $8.00 each
"Crumbs For the Puppies" - A collection of 16 sermons and notes by the Rev Frank Nichol, Emeritus Professor of Systematic Theology, Theological Hall, Dunedin, 1990. Soft cover, 53 pages, two good used copies. $10.00 each.
"Pious Energy - Presbyterian Personalities and Perspectives" by Rev AK Davidson, Lecturer in Church History at St John's Theological College, Auckland. A 40 page booklet featuring five addresses published 1989. : John Dunmore Lang, Rev John MacFarlane, Rev David Bruce, Presbyterian Church extension, Social Happiness & Good Order - the Presbyterian World. Soft cover with slight fading to top opr edge of front cover, otherwise very clean copies. $8.00 each
"Forty Years On - A History of the National Council of Churches in New Zealand 1941 - 1981", by Colin Brown. Published 1981, 358 pages, soft card cover. Two good used copies, one has cover marked with white ink and title written on spine. $8.00 to $10.00 each
"The God Slot" - The Church and its Broadcasting, by Rev George Dallard, 1989. A brief account of Religious Broadcasting in New Zealand with particular reference to the radio and television ministry of the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand. 51 clean pages, small mark on cover. $10.00
"Unwrapping His Message" - Jesus' Good News as understood by people of the new milennium, by Alun Richards, 1997. "The new 'worldview' is explained in the first chapter, then it links into it Jesus' real contribution to us all, and finally it sets out where to go from where we are". Rubbing to soft cover, 106 pages. $10.00
"Religious Trailblazers" - by Rev Lloyd Geering, 1992. Four articles examining the contributions of Friedrich Schleiermacher, Ludwig Feuerbach, Carl Jung, and Pierre Teilhard De Chardon; all seminal thinkers who explored radically new paths for religion. Very good copy $12.00
"Amsterdam 1948" : A 'popular' report of the First Assembly of the World Council of Churches at Amsterdam in 1948, by the Rev Alan A Brash. Soft card cover, 51 pages, 8 illustrations. Two copies - One in good used condition $10.00,; one faded and creased cover, $8.00
"Out of the Silence - Methodist Women of Aotearoa 1822 - 1985" by Ruth Fry. A history of the work and contribution of women in the Methodist Church of New Zaland. 242 pages, some illustrations, card covers, published 1987. Almost as new condition, only minor scuff to top of back cover. $15.00
"Souvenir Booklet - New Zealand Young Women's Presbyterian Bible Class Union 1904 - 1925" - A history, with illustrations, of the New Zealand YWBCU including the history of regional branches. Published in 1925, 64 pages. Soft cover. Four copies of this rarely obtainable booklet. Four good used copies, some wear to edges of soft covers, one copy has slight foxing. $15.00 to $20.00 each
"Life upon Life" by 'Ann Allan' (Mrs IP Brabyn) - A history of the NZ Presbyterian Young Women's Bible Class Union. Published c.1951, hard cover, 99 pages, some illustrations. Foxing to page edges, faded & torn edging to dust jacket, clean pages. $8.00
"Gold Diggings and The Gospel - the Westland Diary of the Rev GS Harper 1865-66" - published by the Methodist Wesley Historical Society, July 1964. A suprisingly full account of his Ministry based at Hokitika on the West Coast with many observations of people and life around him. Soft cover, 40 pages, 17 illustrations, in excellent condition. $20.00 Sold
"Challenge and Response" - by PJ Stewart, The history of the Otago Presbyterian Social Service Association from 1910 to 1958, ranging from care of the aged and infirm to children's homes. Hard cover with dust jacket, 102 pages, 13 illustrations, good clean copies $12.00
"From Relief to Social Service - A History of the Presbyterian Social Service Association Otago 1906-1981" - by Rev Simon Rae, 1981. A history of the Otago PSSA from 1906 to 1981 charting its initial development from care of the elderly and infirm including child and adolescent care to the development of specialised care and counselling programmes relating to social work in later years. Hard cover, 192 pages, 18 illustrations. Two copies, one with slightly marked dust cover, both have very clean pages. $10.00 to $12.00
"For Young & Old - The Story of the first 75 years of Presbyterian Support Services Southland 1919-1994" - by Peter Muller. 58 illustrations, 130 pages, soft cover. Very clean used copy $12.00
"Columba College - The First Fifty Years 1915-65" - A 50th anniversary history of this respected Girls College in Dunedin, hard cover, 110 pages, good clean copy with dust jacket, 20 illustrations. $15.00
"Jam on my Bread" - by Sr Jean Alexander, 1985. A recollection of stories of work among families in Auckland after World War Two where Sr Jean served as a City & Parish Deaconess from 1941 to 1956. Most of the women described are struggling with the social conditions and attitudes that existed in Auckland during the late 1940's with her book documenting the support given by the Presbyterian Church. Soft cover, 148 pages, clean pages, covers faded $8.00
"Envisioning New Zealand's Future" - by Lloyd Geering, 1984. This publication stresses our capacity to - and responsibility for - helping to create our own future and realising our full potential. Soft cover, 38 pages. $8.00
"Healing - A Limitational Approach to a Theology of Health", by Rev Ian Provan, 1979. This publication looks firstly at traditional concepts of health then at limitational theology as being a more relevant and therapeutically dynamic attitude to illness, its philosophy, dynamics and ethics, especially in relation to psychiatric disorders and the institutionalised. Soft cover, 68 pages. $8.00
"The Birth of Jesus : History or Myth?" - by James Veitch, Senior Lecturer in Religious Studies, Victoria University of Wellington, 1997. "Whether one agrees with the conclusions of Dr Veitch or not, he raises questions which we dare not ignore if we want to understand Jesus afresh for our own time". Soft cover, 28 pages. $8.00
"The Romance of the Catholic Presbyterian Church" - by Rev W Gray Dixon, 1918. A reference history neatly divided up into chapters and sections, charting the history of and eventual formation of the universal Presbyterian Church, together with the effect of political and religious factors and the strong and enduring influence of Luther, Calvin & Knox. Hard bound, 163 pages, some covers marked. $8.00 each.
"New Zealand Chaplains in the Second World War" : Published by the War History Dept. of the Dept of Internal Affairs, 1950. Hard cover, 189 pages, 38 illustrations, torn dust jacket, very slight foxing to front and back inside pages only. Very good condition. $100.00
"Women of the Burning Bush" : The report of a survey of Women Ministers in the Presb. Chuirch of New Zealand after 25 years of ordination, written by Vivienne Adair and published by the PCNZ 1991. 67 pages. Soft card cover, very good used condition. $10.00
"A Handful of Grain" : The centenary history of the Baptist Union of NZ Volume 4 - 1945 to 1982 by SL Edgar. Soft card cover, 115 pages, 22 illustrations. Good clean copy $12.00
"Women of the Burning Bush" : The Report of a Survey of Women Ministers in the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand after 25 Years of Ordination", by Viveinne Adair M.A., 1991, 75 pages, soft bound. $10.00
"The Religious Question - Findings From the 1996 Census" - prepared by the Christian Research Association of New Zealand. Soft Cover, 75 pages. Full of statistical data and with useful notes on the figures and findings. $10.00
"From Scotland With Aroha - Exploring our Presbyterian Heritage" by Peter Mathieson, Professor of Church History, Theological Hall, Dunedin, 1988. Soft bound, 17 pages. Two copies, excellent used condition $5.00 each.
"Living Without Anzus" by Ray Galvin in 1984 at a time when we were still (just) a full member of Anzus (Australia New Zealand United States Security Alliance). This booklet explores Anzus, threats to our security, justifications for Anzus, the cost of Anzus, living without Anzus, and a policy for getting out. An interesting snapshot of this contentious issue at the time. Soft cover, as new. $6.00
"The Peace of Christ in a Nuclear Age" by Ray Galvin 1983. This book looks at the very real threat posed by nuclear weapons and outlines for Christians, based on peace being so central to the Gospel, practical ways of putting the peace of Christ into effect in today's world. Soft cover, 166 pages, good used condition. Stampmed with name of previous owner inside cover. $10.00
"Authority and Freedom" by Professor Ian Breward, 1969. "Varying interpretations of Christianity create serious problems for a Christan Church. Continuity with historic Christianity and freedom to re-interpret the Gospel for our generation appear extraordinarily difficult to reconcile. This booklet attempts to examine some of these issues in the light of the experience of the PCNZ over the previous 3 years [the 'Geering' debate on the Resurrection]". 48 pages, scuffed cover $8.00
"The Third Day He Rose Again - A Contribution to the Resurrection Debate", a series of papers published 1968 in the wake of the "Geering" controversy on the truth of the Resurrection. Contibutors : R Runia, RJ Blaikie, GN Stanton, DWB Robinson, BF Harris & JL Wilson. Soft cover, 39 pages, 2 copies $6.00 each
"What does the Resurrection Mean ? - Articles and Correspondence from The Outlook Apr - Oct 1966" - Published by the PCNZ in the wake of the 'Geering Controversy' on the truth of the Resurrection. Soft cover, 40 pages $8.00
"From Prapat to Colombo - History of the Christian Conference of Asia 1957 - 1995" by Yap Kim Hao - An historical account of the CCA, the first regional ecumenical organization in Asia. The CCA (previously the East Asia Christian Conferenece) was born of teh conviction that the Christian task in Asia cannot be left to western mission enterprises or the initiatives of national churches alone, but had to be undertaken by all the Asian churches witnessing together. Soft cover, 205 pages with illustrations. Two copies as new condition $10.00 each
"Sustainable Living" - Published by the Presbyterian Synod of Otago & Southland c.1998. A Series of articles looking at how we can harm but also assist our unique & fragile landscape, offering a Christian view and philosophy of the world. Chapters include 'past present & future sustainable living in North Otago' (written by Manager of Land Resources Otago Regional Council), 'Lakes & Rivers of Southland' (written by Otago Regional Councillor), 'Macraes Gold Mining' (written by Manager Resource Otago Regional Council), and 'OuWwilderness Areas' (written by the Rev Peter Marshall). Soft cover, 71 pages, new condition apart from mark on back cover $8.00
"The Finger of God in the Disruption Scottish Principles and Rewalities 1843-1993" - by Professor Peter Mathieson, 1993. This publication explores how the New Zealand Presbyterian Church has been influenced over 150 years by the rich heritage of the Free Church of Scotland which was born out of the 'Disruption' of 1843 when many left the Established Church of Scotland in search of Religious freedom and autonomy. Soft cover, 53 pages. Three copies, as new. $8.00 each
"Did Jesus Rise from the Dead?" - A informative booklet of notes written by Professor Helmut Rex, past Lecturer in Church History at the Theological Hall Dunedin in 1966 and based on his own thoughts on the Resurrection. This publication had been written by the time the 'Geering' controversy arose. Soft cover, 93 pages, excellent condition $8.00
"Light in Dark Isles", a Jubilee record of Mission work carried out by the NZ Presbyterian Church in the New Hebrides [Vanuatu] from 1868, compiled by Rev A Don, published 1918. These volumes contain an amazing wealth of material including many references to native life and customs. Subject content includes Tongoa, North Epi, Nguna, Ambrim, and Tanna Islands. 199 pages, 48 illustrations. One copy only in good used condition soft cover $60.00; Two copies soft covers detached from spine, spine edges torn off, one copy with no rear soft cover, otherwise good used copies. These volumes are very hard to find with secure covers and hard covered copies are very rare. Price reflects condition: $50.00 to $55.00
"Our Missionaries at Work - The Record of a Journey to China and India" - by the Rev Don MacDiarmid. This booklet contains his observations of the Mission work of the PCNZ in South China and the Punjab area of India in 1939. A full first-hand account is given of the difficulties and dangers imposed by the Japanese occupation and 'war' in South China including his hastily arranged departure before all exits from Canton were closed by the Japanese. 47 pages, 13 illustrations, soft card cover. $12.00 Two copies with yellowing to covers, foxing to inside covers and name of previous ownes. Hard to find in perfect condition.
"Jade Engraved" : By the Rev EG (Paddy) Jansen. The story of the events leading up to the Japanese occupation of South China, the consequent difficulties experienced by our Mission in continuing to operate in very difficult circumstances, the eventual internment of all foreign Missionaries during the long years of World War Two, as seen through the eyes of our own Missionaries. A very interesting and well written account. Fading to spine and upper edge of hard cover, no dust jacket, clean pages, name of previous owner inside front cover. $10.00
"A Century of Growth" : The history of overseas Missionary work by the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand (including the Synod of Otago & Southland to 1901) from 1869 to 1969 by the Very Rev Stan Murray, Missions Secretary from 1949 to1968. A well written and honest account which includes work in the New Hebrides (Vanuatu), India, South China, NZ Chinese, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Singapore, and Papua. 112 pages, 25 illustrations, soft cover (some with scuffed or marked front covers) $6.00 to $8.00 each
"One Small Finger" : The story of overseas Mission work by the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand 1949-69 as told first hand by the Very Rev Stan Murray who ably served as Missions Secretary over this period when the focus of Missionary work had to evolve to meet changing circumstances and needs. 153 pages, soft bound with illustrations. Two copies, $15.00 each (one copy ex private library stock, as new condition)
"Live - A History of Church Planting in the New Hebrides to 1880, Book One" by J G MIller. The development of Mission work in the New Hebrides (Vanuatu) including chapters on John Williams & the London Missionary Society and John Geddie & The Presbyterian Mission. Soft cover, 178 pages with illustrations. Ex library stock, good used condition $15.00
"Live - A History of Church Planting in the Republic of Vanuatu, Book Five - The Central Island Efate to Epi from 1881 - 1920", by J G Miller, 19877. Chapters include Church Planting on South Efate, Havannah Harbour & West Efate, The Nguna District, The Tongoa District, and The Island of Epi. Soft cover, 464 pages with illustrations. Ex library stock, good used condition. An invaluable historical resourse. $25.00
"Live - A History of Church Planting in the Republic of Vanuatu Book Six The Northern Island 1881 - 1948", by J G MIller. Chapters include Church Planting on Lopevi & Paama, Ambrym, & Malekula. 534 pages with illustrations, Soft cover (torn), average used condition. An invaluable historical resourse. $25.00
"New Hebrides Calling" : A very abridged history of the New Hebrides (Vanuatu), including Mission work, life and culture, and the present work of the NZ Presbyterian Church in the Islands to approx the 1940's prepared for Sunday School and Bible Class usage by the Rev BRC Nottage, 40 pages, soft cover. Average used condition (slightly dog-eared pages and creased soft cover) but otherwise good condition $6.00 each
"The Jungle Drums are Quiet", by Norma France, 1953. Mr France went to the New Hebrides [Vanuatu] c.1951 to make a photographic record of the people and of the work of the NZ Presbyterian Church Mission in the Islands. He brought back not only an invaluable photographic record but also many vivid and entertaining memories of his experiences and observations which he published in this volume. Soft cover, 157 pages, 27 illustrations. $8.00 to $10.00 (one ex library stock but good used copy).
"Break of Day Islands - The New Hebrides Diary of Basil Nottage 1932 - 1939" - A transcript of the Diary of the Rev Basil Nottage who served as District Missionary at various times on the Islands of Buninga, Sth East Epi. Emae & Nguna, but principally on Tongoa. Published 1988, Soft cover, 286 pages. One copy ex library stock, good used condition. $15.00
"The Birth of a Nation" : by Rev RG McDowall, 1954. A description of the work carried out by the Missionaries in the New Hebrides [Vanuatu], including descriptive notes on the environment, social conditions, communication, transport, Government, commerce, food, medical work and education, including the problems encountered. Soft cover, slight fading around edges, 24 clean pages. $15.00 each
"The Shield of India" : by Miss Alice Henderson, 1933. A useful historical study resource booklet exploring India and the Punjab, including the history of India, the Native States, border problems and India's neighbours, the peoples of the Punjab, Indian women, the different religions of India, Christianity in India, and the evangelical, medical and educational work of the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand in India. 72 pages, soft cover, 25 illustrations Cover slightly stained with small tears, some foxing to outer pages & cover, very small silverfish 'attack' to one edge. $35.00
"My Yesterdays in Sunshine and Shadow", by Alice Henderson, 1947, being her inspiring and wonderfully descriptive story of educational and evangelistic mission work with the Church of Scotland Madras Mission 1896 to 1909, and with the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand Punjab Mission 1910 to 1933. This book was written for a general readership in a matter of fact style and for us today it gives an honest and often very candid view of India and her difficult life during those times as seen through the eyes of a European women Missionary from New Zealand . 199 pages, 9 illustrations, secure and relatively clean soft cover, clean pages. $25.00
"The Light of Other Days" - by the Rev TE Riddle, 1949. A down to earth and very readable autobiography of the his life, including post-graduate study in Edinburgh, visits to Europe and Palestine, Missionary work and observations of Epi in the New Hebrides [Vanuatu], Missionary work and observations of the Punjab [India], service in Europe during World War One, and recollections of and the search for his close friend, Sadhu Sundar Singh. 223 clean pages. $15.00 each
“Through Sunshine and Shadow” : by the Rev WM Ryburn, 1961. An in depth history of the New Zealand Presbyterian Church Punjab Mission in India 1909 to 1959. Hard back, 339 pages, no illustrations. One copy with dust jacket, unmarked pages, foxing to intact dust cover and top of page edges only $26.00 ; one copy without dust jacket & discoloured spine but otherwise good used condition $20.00 These books are almost impossible to come by in unmarked condition and most show varying degrees of foxing.
"Indian Insights - a Visit to the Punjab Mission" : A record of a visit to the Punjab Mission of the PCNZ by the Rev JS Murray, Missions Secretary, 1949. 40 pages, 14 illustrations. One copy in vg condition $10.00, one copy with faded edges to cover only $8.00
"50 Years in the Punjab 1909-1959" - This booklet briefly details the history of, progress and current work undertaken by the NZ Presbyterian Church Mission in India, published to commemorate the 5oth anniversary of work in the Punjab. Soft cover, 48 pages, 101 modern and historical illustrations. Clean to marked covers $5.00 to $10.00 each
Minutes of the New Hebrides (Vanuatu) Presbyterian Mission Synod 1948 : This is an original soft-cover bound copy of the minutes of the Centenary Synod 1848-1948, being the final Synod meeting prior to the formation of the Presbyterian Church of the New Hebrides in 1949. A reasonably clean copy except for a hole punch through the top, occasionally obliterating part of a word. The price reflects the rarity of this publication $20.00
Minutes of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of the New Hebrides (Vanuatu) : These are original soft-cover bound minutes, including sub-committee reports, published after each General Assembly for the years 1950, 1951, 1955, 1956, 1957 & 1958. All copies have one hole punched through top, occasionally obliterating part of a word. A very rare chance to obtain an original copy of these publications. $15.00 each or a copy of each issue negotiable.
Minutes of the New Hebrides Presbyterian Mission Council (Vanuatu) : These are original soft-cover bound minutes published after each annual Mission Council meeting for the years 1949 and 1950. After the formation of the Presbyterian Church of the New Hebrides in 1949, the newly formed Mission Council dealt with matters pertaining directly to the Missionaries working on the field. All copies have either an ink stamp on the front cover or a hole punched through top, occasionally obliterating part of a word. $12.00 each.
"Who's Who In Our Overseas Field's" - Printed photos with biographical notes of all Mission Workers in our overseas Mission fields in 1950. Heavily creased soft cover, used condition. $15.00
"Who's Who In Our Overseas Field's" - Printed photos with biographical notes of all Mission Workers in our overseas Mission fields in 1960. Soft cover, in good condition. $15.00
Biographies & Autobiographies :
"A Great Coloniser - Rev Dr Thomas Burns" : by Rev EN Merrington, published 1929. The story of Otago's pioneer Minister, the Rev Dr Thomas Burns who accompanied the first of the Free Church settlers to Dunedin in 1848, thereafter becoming the first Chancellor of Otago University. Hard bound, 9 illustrations, fading to spine, clean pages, good used copy. $30.00
"What Next" by the Rev Dr GAF Knight. An autobiography of the Rev Dr George Knight, born in Scotland where he trained for Ministry, served the Church of Scotland Jewish Mission in Budapest just before before WWII, became Professor of Old Testament Sudies at the Theological Hall New Zealand, first Principal of the Pacific Theological College Suva Fiji, and awarded 4 Honorary Doctorates. Published in 1980. This is the extraordinary story of an extraordinary man in an easy to read book. Card covers, 128 pages, 17 illustrations. Four Good Used copies. $15.00 each
"A Book of Helmut Rex" : An interesting selection of his writings including memoirs of the life and work of this fascinating German Pastor (name changed from Rehbein) who fled Nazi Germany in 1939 with his wife to New Zealand, becoming a highly respected Professor of Church History at Knox Thological Hall until 1964. Edited by Albert Moore & Maurice Andrew, Published by the University of Otago 1980. Soft cover, clean pages. Original black cloth tape over spine missing leaving a stain at edge of front and back covers but only slight staining on actual spine, 11 illustrations. Printing on pages legible but of rather poor quality. Otherwise a very good clean copy $15.00
"Ship Ahoy and Hallelujah" by the Rev DN MacDiarmid. An autobiography of the life of the the Rev Don MacDiarmid, from a life at sea on a sailing ship, Missionary work among the Nubians in the Sudan, to becoming Director of Missions for the Presbyterian Church of New Zealand. Published in 1968. Soft card cover, 188 pages, 32 illustrations. Good used copy. $15.00
"Little Feet in a Big Room - Frances Ogilvie of China" - by Gordon Ogilvie, 1994. An easy to read biography of Miss Frances Ogilvie, a long-serving and popular Presbyterian Church of NZ Missionary Teacher to South China and Hong Kong 1920 to 1960. A dedicated pacifist who held strong views on the subject, she experienced first hand the Japanese occupation of South China, 4 years of internment in Stanley Camp, civil war in China, then emergence of the Communist state. Hard bound, 108 pages, many illustrations. 2 Copies, mint condition except for very slight rubbing to dust covers. $15.00 All copies sold
"A Braided River of Faith - The Lives of One Hundred Women Vol I": Biographies and pictures of 100 women who have made a significant contribution to the work of the NZ Presbyterian Church, edited by Rev Nan Burgess. 190 pages, illustrations. Two copies - One in almost as new condition. $20.00; One ex library stock but almost as new condition & signed by Editor $18.00
"A Braided River of Faith - The Lives of Women of Faith, Vol II" : Biographies and pictures of 57 women who have made a significant contribution to the work of the NZ Presbyterian Church, edited by Rev Nan Burgess. 103 pages, illustrations, 1 copy ex private library stock but in as new condition. $15.00; 1 copy brand new & signed by Editor $18.00.
"A Braided River of Faith - The Lives of One Hundred Women Vol I": Biographies and pictures of 100 women who have made a significant contribution to the work of the NZ Presbyterian Church, edited by Rev Nan Burgess. 190 pages, illustrations, almost as new condition. $26.00
"Rutherford Waddell - Memoir and Addresses" Edited by Rev J Collie. A biography and collection of writing & sermons of the Rev Rutherford Waddell, born and educated in Ireland, Preacher and Minister of St Andrews Dunedin from 1879 to 1919, a social reformer who preached against the evils of - amongst other things - sweated labour, Lecturer, Educator, Essayist, and Missions promoter. Hard bound with dust jacket, 302 pages, published 1932. $10.00 to $15.00
"Tse Koo - A Heroine of China - The Story of Annie James" - A brief account by the Director of Missions of the life and work of the indomitable Sr James to 1946; the sole NZ Presbyterian Church Missionary who was able, despite many deprivations, to maintain her work in South China during World War Two. Included are many first hand observations of the brutal Japanese occupation of South China and increasing disruptions, including the consequent danger to herself. Slightly faded soft covers, 32 pages, 7 illustrations, clean pages. $5.00 each
"Never a Dull Moment" - by Rita F Snowden. A Biography of the life of Sr Annie James to 1948, compiled from interviews and letters, including the years of the Second World War when she managed to evade occupying Japanese Military forces and carry on her work of district health care and evangelism. Hard cover, fading to spine, hard cover, 205 clean pages. $15.00
"I was in Prison" - by Sr Annie James, Presb. Church of NZ Missionary in South China, published 1952. A personal account of her imprisonment for 3 long months by the Communist authorities on trumped up charges and the terms of her eventual release. Soft cover, 44 pages. Two copies, both with foxing on page edges and slight scuffing to covers, one in slightly better condition, one illustration. $8.00 Sold
"The Teeth of the Dragon - The Incredible Story of a Woman's Survival"- by the Rev Roy Belmer, 1964. A biography of the intrepid Sr Annie James, Missionary to South China from 1912 to 1951. A touching story of courage & determination, devotion, love and self-sacrifice including her war years when she managed to evade occupying Japanese Military forces and her final imprisonment by the Chinese Communist authorities in 1951. 189 pages, 12 illustrations, hard cover. Two copies - one with marked dust cover & signed by author, good used condition $12.00; One copy with no dust jacket. Name of previous owner written inside front cover. Good used copy. $12.00
"Andrew Cameron As I Knew Him" - by William Hewitson, 1925. A reprint of tributes given to and obituary for the Rev Andrew Cameron, a pioneer in education and social service and a man of wide influence in Church and society. Chancellor of Otago University, prime mover in the establishment of Knox College in Dunedin, and a pioneer of Social Service work in the south. Soft cover, 22 pages, 9 illustrations, very good condition. $25.00
"In Memoriam - Rev James Chisholm" - Minister of Tokomairiro & Roslyn Dunedin Parishes and author/historian. A resumé of his life and achievements, including tributes, and four representative sermons. Soft cover, some foxing on pages, 48 pages, 3 illustrations, reasonable used condition. $15.00
"Misikaram" - a biography of the Rev John A Crump, Methodist Missionary to New Britain (Papua New Guinea) 1894 to 1904, by George Carter for the Wesley Historical Society, 1975. 57 pages, 7 illustrations, soft cover, very clean copy. $12.00
"Three Good Men" - By Rev MW Wilson, 1945. Three short biographies of outstanding Presbyterian Churchmen: Rev James Gibb, prime mover in the union of the Northern & Southern NZ Presbyterian Churches in 1901 and avowed Pacifist; Rev William Hewitson, Convenor of the Church Foreign Missions Committee during a period of great expansion in the work and first Master of Knox College Dunedin; and Rev James Wilson, a typical Scottish trained Minister held strong convictions. Soft cover, 79 pages, condition of copies vary, marked covers to very clean. $8.00 to $12.00
"The Otago Somervilles" - A brief history of the early days of this well known pioneering family from their origins in Scotland from 1799, their emigration to NZ in 1848, to their settlement at Anderson's Bay and Waitepeka. Published 1972, soft cover, 48 pages, 9 illustrations. Light scuffing to shiny cover but otherwise very clean copy, $12.00
"Vision and Call - A Life of Sadhu Sundar Singh", by Rev TE Riddle, published c.1950's, soft cover, 79 pages, one illustration. A history of the well-known Sadhu including the search for him after his mysterious disappearance in 1927, as written by his close friend Rev Thomas Riddle upon whom he left a lasting impression. $10.00
Maori Mission & Synod Publications :
"From Forest Trail to City Street" : An in depth history of the work of the Presbyterian Church of NZ among the Maori people by the Very Rev JG Laughton, 1814 to 1961, 100 pages. Soft cover, clean pages $40.00
"Upon Them Hath the Light Shined" : by Rev JN Smith, published 1952, being a brief history of the Presbyterian Maori Mission from 1889 (but mainly from 1916) to 1952 including the emergence of Te Hinita Maori (now known as 'Te Aka Puaho'). Maori Mission areas and institutions mentioned include Taupo,Taumarunui, Tokaanu, Nuhaka, Waikaremoana, Ruatahuna, Maungapohatu, Te Whaiti, Waihau, Waimana, Matahi, Te Teko, Kawerau, Opotiki, Turakina Maori Girls' School at Marton and the Maori Boys' and Girls' Hostels at Auckland and Whakatane. 52 pages, marked and rubbed soft cover, relatively clean pages, no illustrations, two rusting staples. $25.00
"Te Hinotu Maori - The Maori Synod, Maori Spirituality and Ministry" - This resource publication documents the history and work of the Maori Synod, and provides some broad insights into Maori Spirituality, published 1992. 31 pages, 2 illustrations, as new or slightly marked condition $10.00 to $15.00 (full set of 5 publications $40.00 with some marked copies or $45.00 unmarked)
"Te Maungarongo - The Ancestral House of the Maori Synod" - This resource publication is dedicated to the ancestral house of the Maori Synod, Te Maungaroto, at Ohope Marae, published 1992. 39 pages, 21 illustrations, name on inside cover, tidy condition. $10.00 (full set of 5 publications $40.00 with some marked copies or $45.00 unmarked)
"Te Kakano O te Aroha - The Church Marae of the Wellington Maori Pastorate" - This resource publication documents the story of Te Kakano o te Aroha, the Wellington Presbytery's urban church marae in Lower Hutt and assists to develop real understanding and action in the journey towards bi-cultural partnership, published 1992, 39 pages, 15 illustrations. Only available as part of a full set. (full set of 5 publications $40.00 with some marked copies or $45.00 unmarked)
"Kawa Marae - A Detailed Guide to Marae Visits" - This informative and practical resource publication documents the usual structure and common protocol of most Maori marae, providing an insight into the nature of marae, the background to behaviour within them, and the procedure for visiting a marae, published 1992, 43 pages, 4 illustrations. Good used condition, name of previous owner on cover. $10.00 (full set of 5 publications $40.00 with some marked copies or $45.00 unmarked)
"Mahi Tahi - Practical Resources for Bi-Cultural Partnership" - This is a practical resource for beginning the journey towards bi-cultural partnership, including study papers, music, and advice on practical measures which parishes and congregations can take to expand their bi-cultural understanding and experience, published 1992, 55 pages, 3 illustrations. Only available as part of a full set. (full set of 5 publications $40.00 with some marked copies or $45.00 unmarked)
"Maori and Pakeha in Church and Community - A Symposium" - A series of articles based on addresses given during a retreat in 1960 focussing on Maori and Pakeha race relations and offering a background upon which a true solution may be found. Contributor : Rev JD Salmond, Rev JG Laughton, Rev H Potatau, Mr DN Perry, Rev DE Duncan & Rev J Irwin. 27 pages, soft card cover. Two very good used copies. $15.00 each
"Te Hemara - James Hamlin 1803-1865 Friend of the Maories" - by the Rev HJ Ryburn, 1979. An account of the life and 40 years work of this English Church Missionary Society Missionary among the Maori, acting as preacher, teacher, doctor, unofficial magistrate and general peacemaker. Soft cover, 151 pages, good used copy. $30.00
"Murihiku 1970" - A survey of the social situation of the Maori population of Otago and Southland, excluding Dunedin and environs, by Alison Mirams, 1970. This comprehensive report was commisssioned by the Dunedin Presbytery as a prelude to considering the appointment of a Maori Minister to Otago/Southland. Soft bound cover in very good condition. $25.00 (only one copy left)
"Who's Where in our Maori Field" - Printed photos with biographical notes of all Mission Workers in the Maori Mission Field in 1961 together with images of Maori Synod institutions. 1 soft bound copy with stained cover. $10.00
Presbytery & Synod Histories :
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Auckland Presbytery : "The Presbytery of Auckland - Early Days and Progress" by WJ Comrie, 1939 : 261 pages, some foxing to pages, very mould-stained hard cover (which could be covered to make an acceptable copy), $10.00
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Auckland Presbytery : "A Noble Record 1856 to 1956" : 64 pages, $10.00
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Christchurch Presbytery : "Then and Now 1857 - 1934" : 32 pages, clean pages but a very marked, damaged cover, $5.00
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Christchurch Presbytery 1840 to 1990 : 24 photocopied pages, $2.00
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Clutha Presbytery 1865 to 1990 : 64 pages , $8.00
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Hawkes Bay Presbytery 1865 to 1965 : 28 pages, $8.00
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Synod of Otago & Southland 1848-1948 : 16 pages $8.00
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Southland Presbytery 1956-1990 : 171 pages $15.00
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Wanganui Presbytery 1884 to 1984 : 32 pages, $8.00
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New Out of Print Books & Booklets :
(New condition unless otherwise stated)
"Presbyterians in Aotearoa 1840-1990" - The 150th anniversary history of the Presbyterian Church in Aotearoa New Zealand. Hard bound with dust cover, 203 pages, 127 illustrations. 3 copies in mint condition (one with slightly rubbed dust cover only at $30.00). $40.00 each |
| "The Church in a Special Colony" - The History of the Presbyterian Church Synod of Otago and Southland from its founding in 1866 to its 125th Anniversary in 1991 by John McKean. 212 pages, 28 illustrations. $40.00 |
| "Alternative Vision - He Moemoea Ano" - From fiscal responsibility to constitutional change - the Significance of the Hirangi Hui - A joint Methodist/Presbytreian Public Questions Committee Occasional Paper, 1996. This 'occasional paper' was put together to assist churches to further understand the implications of the Hirangi Hui. The Hirangi Hui rejected the Government's proposals to settle Treaty of Waitangi claims in favour of constitutional change on the basis of the Declaration of Independence 1835 and the Treaty of Waitangi 1840. 37 pages $8.00 |
| "Pioneers, Protestors and Pluralism", exploring Presbyterian Identity by Rev Allan K Davidson, 1989, 34 pages, Sale Price $3.00 |
| "Mutterings of a Lay Moderator" : by Hugh Perry. A selection of addresses given while serving as Lay Moderator of Christchurch Presbytery, c.1990's (?), 37 pages, Sale price $3.00 |
| "Voices of Hope in a Suffering World - Reflections on Ecologically Sustainable Lifestyles" - by Rev RJ Eyles, 1991. This book demonstrates in very practical ways what can be done locally to effect global renewal. 120 pages, soft cover, excellent condition $8.00 |
| "A Resource For Elders, Sessions & Parish Councils" - by Rev. Lester J Reid, 1985 : A well laid out and instructive resource book prepared for the use of Parish Elders defining the role of an Elder, their tasks, and other inter-related issues involved in this position of great responsibility. 98 pages, Good used copies $3.00 |
| "2100 : A Faith Odyssey - The Changing Face of New Zealand Religion" - by Lloyd Geering. This publication sketches the changing character of religion in NZ over the last 200 years and forecasts possible trends in the 21st century, 36 pages, soft bound. $8.00 |
| "Creating God : Re-imaging the Christian way in a secular world", by Ian Harris, 1994, 44 pages, sale price $3.00 (Last Copy) |
| "The Farthest Jerusalem" - Four Lectures on the Origins of Christianity in Otago covering Anglicanism, Catholicism, Methodism and Presbyterianism, by Rev. Ken Booth, John Broadbent, Rev. Donald Philipps and the Rev. Prof. Peter Mathieson, published by the University of Otago Faculty of Theology & The Hocken Library,1993, 64 pages, Sale price $8.00 |
| "Presbyterian Church Archives" - Care & Conservation. Our own handy guide for the keeping of, care, listing & preservation of Church Records & Archives, 44 pages, Sale Price $3.00 |
| "The Catholic Presbyterian", Essays in Honour of Frank Nichol, Professor of Systematic Theology (1963-86) and Principal of the Theological Hall (1971-85), 76 pages, Sale Price $3.00 |
| "Religious Studies in Dialogue" - Essays in Honour of Albert C. Moore, Published by the University of Otago Faculty of Theology, 1991, 204 pages, Sale Price $8.00 (Last Copy) |
| "Fragile Signs of New Found Strength" by the late Wynne Glassey (Sr W. Benton) - a collection of poems written during the last five years of her life, 1984, 60 pages, Sale price $2.00 |
| "The Call of Christ - Good God, They're Gay" - a resource
booklet prepared by St Ninian's Parish in Christchurch to assist others
in understanding this issue,1992, 86 pages, Sale Price $2.00 |
| "Grace & Truth", a History of the Theological Hall, Knox College, Dunedin, 1876 - 1975, By Prof Ian Breward, Hard Bound, 188 pages, This old publishers stock is in unused condition, Sale Price $10.00 |
| "The Word Made Flesh", a Dissertation in Pastoral Theology, by Feiloaiga J Taule'ale'ausumai, 1990, 45 pages, Sale Price $3.00 (one slightly marked $2.00) |
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Publications
| 1973 : | "The Very Rev James Gibb : Patriot into Pacifist", by LH Barber, (Now out of print - photocopy available at $5.00) |
| 1974 : | "Missionary Propaganda - I'ts Early development & Influence With Respect to the British Missionary Movement & India", by AK Davidson, (Now out of print - photocopy available at $5.00) |
| 1975 : | "The Rev James Duncan - First Presbyterian Missionary to the Maori", by WW Gibson, (Now out of print - photocopy available at $5.00) |
| 1976 : | "The Ministry of Rev John Moir (1809 - 1895), 1st Moderator of the Wellington Presbytery", by DG Bound, (Now out of print - photocopy available at $5.00) |
| 1977 : | "The Growth of an Inward Looking Church on the Mission Field", by AC Herron, $1.00 |
| 1979 : | "Religion & New Zealand Society", by Ian Breward, $1.00 |
| 1980 : | "James Hamlin", by HJ Ryburn, $1.00 |
| 1980 : | "Thomas Chalmers & the Mission of the Church", by WJ Roxborogh, $3.00 |
| 1981 : | "The Church in Vanuatu since 1945", by Neal Whimp, $3.00 |
| 1982 : | "Changing Patterns of Presbyterian Social Service", by Simon Rae, $3.00 |
| 1983 : | "A Church in Mid-Life Crisis, The debate of 1966 - 1970", by James Veitch, $3.00 |
| 1984 : | "From Dependency to Autonomy", by James Irwin, $3.00 |
| 1985 : | "The Gospel in the Southern New Hebrides 1839 - 1958", by GS Parsonson, $3.00 |
| 1986 : | "Rutherford Waddell : Man and Parish", by RJ Eyles, $3.00 |
| 1987 : | "The Presbyterian Church of New Zealand and the Chinese", by Dr. James Ng, $3.00 |
| 1988 : | "Mission and Oecumene : The NZ Presbyterian Experience 1969 - 1988, by Simon Rae, $3.00 |
| 1990 : | "Rev. John Gibson Smith - The Story of the 1908 Heresy Trial", By James Veitch, $3.00 |
| 1991 : | "A Time of Sifting - Evangelicals & Liberals at the Genesis of NZ Theology", By Peter Mathieson, $3.00 |
| 1992 : | "The Road to Secularisation in Presbyterian Dunedin : The First Fifty Years of the Otago Settlement", by John McKean, $3.00 |
| 1993 : | "Girdle Round the Earth : New Zealand Presbyterian Women's Ideal of Universal Sisterhood, 1870 - 1918", By Yvonne M Robertson [Wilkie], $3.00 |
| 1994 : | "The Theological Case of JM Bates", by Clive Pearson, $3.00 |
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