Church Talk
Who have you modelled your life after?
Friday 1 March 2013 | Published in Church Talk
I have pondered over the Saviour’s description of John the Baptist in scripture in which Jesus testified, “Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist.” I am of the opinion that all of us living in the world today need points of referenceeven models to follow.
Onwards and upwards
Friday 1 March 2013 | Published in Church Talk
The Bible talks about moving forward into new levels of faith and growth: ‘...from faith to faith, glory to glory’ (Romans 1:17); ’and Jesus increased...’ (Luke 2:52) – if something has increased then it had to be a smaller size originally.
Prefect pride
Monday 25 February 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Student Julyn Perla made her family proud by being inducted as a new St Joseph School prefect on Friday.
Ceremony for St Joseph's
Saturday 23 February 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Dramatized biblical stories and words of encouragement were all part of the St Joseph School prefect induction ceremony yesterday.
The Papal resignation
Friday 22 February 2013 | Published in Church Talk
I have been privileged to meet Pope Benedict XVI twice in the last year.
Living an Authentic Christian Life in the 21st Century
Friday 15 February 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Despite many technological advancements, the twenty-first century has entered frighteningly dark waters.
Offering a living sacrifice -oronga ia koe ei atinga ora
Friday 8 February 2013 | Published in Church Talk
God is always looking not for the dead sacrifice that’s already been laid on the altar; His only Son Jesus Christ has already replaced all such form of sacrifices which can be considered dead and gone, by offering himself to die on the cross on Calvary hill to save all mankind.
Happy from the inside out
Friday 1 February 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Cook Islanders are becoming increasingly concerned with purity.
Rewarded for resilience
Friday 1 February 2013 | Published in Church Talk
This time last week I was in my office contemplating Tropical Cyclone Garry coming through the Cooks waters.
Listen to the counsel of the Lord
Friday 25 January 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Are you ready?! I kept thinking over and over of something the Saviour said, “Why call ye me Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say?” I had to really think about this one...Why do people call “ye me, Lord, Lord”, and yet they still do not do the things asked of them.
Live life with no regrets
Friday 18 January 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Where am I going? Why is my situation the same if not worse? Why am I not improving? Is it me? Are others holding me back? Am I holding myself back? Do I like what I am doing? Is my current pathway heading down a positive track? Am I too afraid to change? Am I happy, truly happy? Have I forgotten what happiness feels like? Why am I even bothering? Is there room in me for change? Do I want change? Is there time to change? Many of the above self examining questions are simply inward expressions of outward mortality; the quality or condition of being simply mortal.
Blessed are the peacemakers
Friday 11 January 2013 | Published in Church Talk
A couple of days before January 1, the television news from New Zealand ran a short clip on New Year resolutions.
Catecists undertake training
Thursday 10 January 2013 | Published in Church Talk
About every five years the Catholic Church offers a renewal course to its catechists.
CICC moments down memory lane
Friday 4 January 2013 | Published in Church Talk
In this week’s Churchtalk page – we feature photos from the CICC Newsletter edited by Nga Mataio and his team at the church headquarters.
Always make Jesus the main thing
Friday 28 December 2012 | Published in Church Talk
A young minister Johnny James once asked his much respected mentor Elder Hogan, “What is the main thing that a minister should have or do to edify God’s people?” At that point he expected the Elder to tell him some of the usual things that he already knew – like praying and fasting, increase the praying and Bible study hours, stay dedicated, obedient and faithful in all ministries of the church.
Getting into the imene spirit
Friday 28 December 2012 | Published in Church Talk
Some of the images captured from the Christmas imenemene held at the Avarua Cook Islands Christian Church morning service last Tuesday.
The purpose of Christmas
Friday 21 December 2012 | Published in Church Talk
Three words define the purpose of Christmas: celebration, salvation and reconciliation. In this article we’ll just focus on the word ‘celebration’.
Lamb for Christmas?
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Church Talk
Many of us enjoy roasted, grilled, umu, or stewed lamb for Christmas. It brings the family together for a special meal and some quality time.
HIV guide for faith leaders
Friday 14 December 2012 | Published in Church Talk
SUVA, Dec 14 – Faith based leaders have for the first time worked with UN agencies in drafting and finalising two documents to overcome HIV-related stigma and discrimination.
A pricelist gift
Friday 7 December 2012 | Published in Church Talk
When we keep the spirit of Christmas, we keep the Spirit of Christ The Christmas spirit is the Christ Spirit. It will block out all the distractions around us which can diminish Christmas and swallow up its true meaning.