National ministries

The Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand has a number of ministries dedicated to mission in New Zealand and other countries. These ministries help enable and resource our congregations and ministers to connect with their communities.

 

Knox Centre for Ministry and Leadership (KCML) 

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The Knox Centre for Ministry and Leadership forms ministers and leaders for service in the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand (PCANZ) and partner churches. KCML supports presbyteries and congregations in their leadership development, and helps resource continuing ministry formation among our ministers and elders. Knox Centre website →

Te Aka Puaho - Ohope Marae

Te Aka Puaho - Ohope Marae

Constituted as a Synod of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand in 1955, Te Aka Puaho meets quarterly every year during February, May, August and November. Te Aka Puaho - Ohope Marae →

Presbyterian Youth Ministry (PYM)

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PYM coordinates activities and training for youth workers around New Zealand, as well as working with churches. It organises events such as Connect, the Presbyterian national youth ministry conference. Presbyterian Youth Ministry website →

Presbyterian Children and Families Ministry (PCFM)

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Presbyterian Children and Families Ministry is about creating a vital ministry to children and families. We offer advice, training, coaching and resources. PCFM website  →

Presbyterian Research Centre (PRC)

Is the library and archive for the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand. All members of the Church may register and use its collections. Presbyterian Research Centre →

Global Mission

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We provide opportunities for individuals and groups to create long-term, sustainable friendships with our overseas partners, who include Vanuatu, Myanmar and India. Global Mission →

e-Minister

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Email e-minister, an ordained Presbyterian minister. You can discuss anything troubling you, ask any questions you have about matters of faith and life. They may be able to answer your question, point you to where you can learn more about Christianity and the Presbyterian Church, or refer you to some other professional for more assistance. Contact e-Minister →

Rural Ministry

Rural Ministry

Rural church people in Aotearoa New Zealand connect ecumenically through the Oceania Regional Network of the International Rural Churches Association. See more on Rural Ministry →

Mission

See resources to inspire and equip new ministries around New Zealand. Mission →