Global Mission

Thank you for your interest in our Church's global mission programme. 

Global Mission Training Opportunity for Young Adults, June – November 2026. 

For further information, contact Global Mission Director Phil King, phil@presbyterian.org.nz.

To help you navigate the information on these pages, please use these links:

Church in the Orchards 
Training in Mission Opportunity 2026 A Journey to Nepal: Where Compassion Meets Action - Leprosy Mission Youth Advocate Scholarship
Tutor – Health Care Assistant, Vanuatu
Presbyterian Church of Myanmar Situation Updates
Vanuatu Partnership
I Love Taiwan
Tahan Theological College Newsletters
World Council of Churches Conference on Faith and Order
Partners in Mission Programme
Global Mission newsletters
Decolonising Mission – Phil King’s 2025 Study Leave Report
Global Mission stories
Key mission partnerships
Why, where & how of Global Mission
Contact us

The Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand has key Global Mission partnerships the Presbyterian Churches of Vanuatu and Myanmar.  Our historic involvement with the Church of North India is now largely focused on St. Tomas School in Jagadhri. We also have important relationships with networks of churches across Asia and the Pacific, and international bodies like the Council for World Mission.

Through these partnerships we respond to the call of Jesus Christ to make disciples of all nations and help to provide much-needed resources for Christian mission overseas. This also enriches the life of our Church through our mutual sharing and growing together in the worldwide body of Christ. The various links on this site will provide you with information about the current status of our Church's Global Mission efforts, and give you an insight into new trends and future possibilities.

Individuals and congregations within the Presbyterian Church are invited to enquire about how to participate in and support our work, by contacting the Global Mission Director, Phil King.

A Journey to Nepal: Where Compassion Meets Action - Leprosy Mission Youth Advocate Scholarship

Global Mission encourages young adults within the PCANZ to consider applying for this exciting Leprosy Mission youth advocate scholarship.

As a Youth Advocate, you will have the opportunity to travel to Nepal, a truly life-changing experience. You will immerse yourself in the local culture, connect with people affected by leprosy at Anandaban Hospital and in the community, and witness the impact of compassionate care firsthand, including reconstructive surgery.

You will be inspired by the resilience of those affected by leprosy and the dedication of the hospital staff who serve with such compassion. This scholarship is more than a trip; it is a journey of faith, growth, and purpose. On returning home, you will help raise awareness and fundraise as a group for a project in Nepal, sharing a message of hope and healing for people affected by leprosy.

We are looking for students with a heart to learn, serve, and make a difference. Join us as we embark on this journey of faith and transformation with you!

All travel, accommodation, meals, and insurance are covered. You simply need to be ready to go in mid-January 2027, meet the basic requirements, and begin by submitting your application through the link below.

For more information and to apply, you can visit the Leprosy Mission website and complete the sign-up form.

• Youth Advocate Poster
• Youth Advocate Information

Tutor – Health Care Assistant, Vanuatu

The Presbyterian Church of Vanuatu manages a community health school that delivers a Government-approved nurse aide training programme. They have made a request for a qualified nurse aide tutor for this nine-month long programme. This does not come with a salary but living expenses will be covered. For further information contact Global Mission Director Phil King. 

Presbyterian Church of Myanmar Situation Updates

The Presbyterian Church of Myanmar (PCM) has suffered multiple challenges since the military coup in February 2021. These have included an ongoing civil war, internal displacement, cyclones, flooding, and a devastating earthquake. All these have been major disasters. Thank you to everyone who donated to our earthquake appeal for the PCM. The two situation reports below have been compiled by the PCM General Secretary. They give information on the impact of the multiple disasters in Myanmar, their effect on the church and the church’s response to these crises. You will also find information about how global partners including the PCANZ have supported the PCM during this period.  These two reports are detailed but if you can make the time to read them they will give a clear picture of the situation in Myanmar and the ways in which the PCANZ has helped, and can continue to help with our financial and prayerful support.

If you wish to make donations to support the Presbyterian Church of Myanmar, you can do so online to the following account. Please reference your donation with your name and Donation PCM. If you require a receipt, please email Katrina.

BNZ Account: 02-0500-0086963-010
Account Name: Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand

• Presbyterian Church of Myanmar Situation Update June 2025
• Presbyterian Church of Myanmar Situation Update August 2025
• Presbyterian Church of Myanmar Situation Update December 2025

Tahan Theological College Newsletters

See the latest newsletters from the Tahan Theological College here:

January - February 2026

March - April 2026

World Council of Churches Conference on Faith and Order 

On the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea and the Nicene Creed in 325, the World Council of Churches held a conference on the theme of church unity. PCANZ minister Rev Dr Jordan Redding represented the PCANZ and you can read his reflections on the conference here.