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Rural Ministry

Since 1996 the Rural Network News has been linking people connected with ministry in rural New Zealand to one another and to similar groups in Australia and around the world, particularly through the International Rural Church Association (IRCA).

Fellowship, understanding and commitment has been strengthened by Trans Tasman Conferences held in Australia and New Zealand, and participation in the IRCA.

Rural Network News

A nation-wide ecumenical newsletter published 2-3 times a year.

To view the latest issue
To view the archive of previous issues
To View the special papers

Trans-Tasman Rural Ministry Conferences

Held every four years alternating between Australia and New Zealand [Read more]

For further information

Robyn McPhail
17 Campbell Lane
Kerikeri
Aotearoa New Zealand
Telephone: 09 401 7554
Email: chirmac(at)xtra.co.nz

Rural Photo Gallery

A selection of photos taken of Rural New Zealand [more]

Rural church people

have deep roots going back generations
are new generations rediscovering rural New Zealand
know that work, land, the seasons, weather, world markets, animals and crops, are all part of God's world
have a long view of the ups and downs of life and are familiar with disappointment
know that city models of church life often do not work for them
are part of a highly rewarding ministry with many opportunities for leadership