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Singing to Save a Language
It’s often said that a nation without its language is a nation without a soul. Spiritual Outlook producer Justin Gregory reports on efforts here in New Zealand and also in Niue to preserve their language from what seems to be an irreversible decline.
Full episodeCreating Welcoming Churches
Creating Welcoming Churches is a disability resource for faith communities which promotes the greater inclusion of Disabled worshippers. Mike Gourley attended one of the launch celebration services and canvassed opinions on the booklet.
Full episodeThe Other Side
Sonia Sly meets two young women who embark on a journey of self-discovery, leaving behind the faith that they have known, in search inner peace and freedom.
Full episodeFrom The Outside
Dropping to 30 members, Elim Church in Rotorua was ready for an overhaul, but five years later, membership is booming. Two young Pastors--both with a background in the arts--have an eye and ear for contemporary culture that has struck a chord with the community.
Full episodeFor the Love of God
Around one in seven of the population United Kingdom is now from an ethnic background, in many towns and cities it’s a mix of cultures and faiths – and interfaith marriage is an increasingly common part of UK society. In this BBC World Service documentary Catrin Nye explores the joys, struggles and compromises that have to be made and asks how much love can overcome.
Full episodeRiding for Redemption
The Redeemed Motorcycle Ministry are spread across New Zealand. Some but not all, are reformed gang members who have changed their lives for the better. Sonia Sly meets members of The Redeemed to discuss what it means to ride for Jesus and why leaving a life of crime and drugs is now a distant memory.
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Contemplatives
Mike Gourley talks with members of the Contemplative network of Aotearoa-New Zealand about their use of silent reflection, meditation, chanting, and centring prayer to advance their spiritual growth
Full episodeDavid’s prayers on-line
If you want to say your daily prayers or read the Bible, but don't have the right books, the Internet has an answer for you.
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