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We are Charles Hewlett (National Leader) and Christine Stride (Executive Advisor). In our roles within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we have the privilege of bumping into many Baptist people. In this podcast, we shine a light on some of the interesting, motivated and dedicated people from our faith community. Thank you for taking the time to listen in. Kathryn Heslop (former Executive Advisor) hosts earlier episodes.

  1. 10/31/2025

    Timothy Lee: Hopes Fears and Wheelchairs

    A mountain biking accident changed the course of pastor Timothy Lee's life. Here he reflects on how faith, family, friends - and a good sense of humour - help him navigate his days.

    26 min

  2. 01/14/2025

    Elijah Brown: The work of Jesus

    Baptist World Alliance Chief Executive Elijah Brown shares stories of Baptists living out kingdom courage and compassion in places of war, persecution and extreme hunger.

    56 min

  3. 01/07/2025

    Bill Dewar: Serving those who serve

    Military chaplain Bill Dewar came reluctantly to faith but has obeyed God's call on his life ever since. In this episode, he talks about why Christians would take up arms, the role of military chaplains today, and what happened when he rode shotgun with an American colonel in Afghanistan.

    47 min

  4. 12/12/2024

    Susan Osborne: What I learned as your President

    After 45 busy years with the New Zealand Baptist Missionary Society (Arotahi), Susan Osborne thought she'd take things easy. But God had other ideas...In this episode, Susan shares the stories of gospel renewal she encountered while clocking up 30,000km visiting Baptist churches around the motu. Susan has now finished her term as the Baptist President.

    24 min

  5. 11/21/2024

    Greg Morris: My biggest battle

    Oxford Baptist Church pastor Greg Morris talks about how our extraordinary God uses ordinary people (like him) to fulfil His mission.

    42 min

  6. 10/21/2024

    Alex Penk: A just cause

    Alex Penk is the CEO of Ethos Alliance and a member of Titirangi Baptist Church. Alex reflects on his work as a human rights advocate and the effect of legal training on his faith.

    28 min

  7. 06/13/2024

    Fiona Haughton: Faith in practice

    Christine interviews professional viola player and violin teacher Fiona Haughton, a member of Titirangi Baptist Church. Fiona talks about music as a form of worship and the fascinating ways it connects and moves us.

    34 min

  8. 05/09/2024

    Jo Hood: Christian entrepreneur

    Jo Hood founded the 'mainly Music' ministry in the 1990s, a volunteer-led programme for babies, young children and their caregivers. It's grown into 'mainly Ministries', now a global entity that reaches communities far and wide. In this podcast, Jo talks to Christine Stride about the challenges and highlights of her career, why the concept of mainly Music is so enduring, and her faith journey.

    48 min
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We are Charles Hewlett (National Leader) and Christine Stride (Executive Advisor). In our roles within the Baptist Churches of New Zealand, we have the privilege of bumping into many Baptist people. In this podcast, we shine a light on some of the interesting, motivated and dedicated people from our faith community. Thank you for taking the time to listen in. Kathryn Heslop (former Executive Advisor) hosts earlier episodes.

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  • Creator
    Baptist New Zealand
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    18
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Baptist NZ 2023
  • Show Website
    Baptist People