Church Talk
CHURCH TALK: A message of encouragement – something’s better than nothing
Friday 4 June 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Sometimes the enormity of the task in front of us is so daunting, so overwhelming, that getting started and staying with it can feel impossible, writes Angaroakau Williams – second counselor in the District Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Living the Good Samaritan’s legacy
Friday 28 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Most of the time, we are so wrapped up in our own lives that we forget about our duty of care for the less fortunate brethren, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa.
CHURCHTALK: God and the Covid-19 vaccine
Friday 21 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk
If your hesitancy toward the vaccine is because you believe it reflects of lack of trust in God for protection, then I hope this article gives you a liberating perspective, writes Pastor Paul Kauri of the ArePua Gateway Church.
CHURCH TALK: Helping a weaker brother
Friday 14 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
From beginning to end, our lives are to be dedicated to God. Therefore, whatever we do, we do it to the Lord – because Jesus is our Lord, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of Avarua Ekalesia.
Our future inheritance –‘claim it or lose it’
Friday 7 May 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
We have struggled much, learned much, survived through many different phases of socio-economic changes and though still confronting economic challenges and downturns throughout our traditional, religious and political history, writes Bishop Tutai Pere in this week's Church Talk column.
CHURCH TALK: A message of hope
Friday 23 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
This article is dedicated to two great men that have passed this week from the Vaka Puaikura. Beresford Henry “Black” Heather and John Glassie Mateara, who was a regular contributor to this column. These were great life influencers to many people and had many followers.
CHURCH TALK: The extent of God’s amazing love
Friday 16 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
God’s amazing love was the main talking point at the recent ‘National Thanksgiving Prayer Service’ held last weekend. It was an opportunity to not only encourage our nation and also reflect on God’s goodness and mercies throughout the cyclone season, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa.
He is the way, the truth and the life
Saturday 3 April 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
To believe the gospel is to put faith in Him who is himself the Gospel, and faith in Christ is faith in God, writes Reverend Vaka Ngaro of Cook Islands Christian Church.
Seeing the power of God
Friday 26 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, National
God promises his children within the Body of Christ, His Church that He will always be with them even unto the ends of the earth, and that the gates of hell shall not prevail against it, writes Bishop Tutai Pere.
Should Church and State be separated?
Friday 19 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk
Not necessarily, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue from the Catholic Church.
The true value of giving
Friday 12 March 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
As we continue in our mortal journey here on earth, and especially during these trying and challenging times, let us all look for opportunities to give a little of ourselves, writes John Mateara of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The miraculous catch of fish
Friday 26 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Jesus looked at Simon and extended his hand toward him, “Simon, don’t be afraid. Follow me and I’ll make you a fisher of men”. This invitation is still extended to all. By Pastor Paul Kauri.
Celebrating 200 years of Christianity
Friday 19 February 2021 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Church Talk, Features
The epic journey of seeking and saving those who are lost took 36 years, to cover the whole of the Cook Islands not without challenges from the natives, writes Rev. Vakaroto Ngaro of Ekalesia Avarua.
CHURCH TALK: The secret of restored blessing and prosperity - Te Muna Akaokianga Meitaki e te Puapinga
Friday 12 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
The life and story of Job is proof that man usually has no idea what God has in store for those who believe in Him.
CHURCH TALK: The origin of Valentine’s Day
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
I have been a Catholic priest for 46 years and have never preached a sermon on St. Valentine. I find it strange that businesses have taken over the feast day, February 14th and in our church, you will not hear any mention of St. Valentine on that day, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.
Trusting God in the lion’s den
Friday 29 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
You might be enduring your own personal ‘den of lions’ right now, but remember that no matter what your circumstances are, God loves you, writes John Mateara of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Begin by putting God first
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Do not be satisfied in being the same person you have always been but put God first and learn to walk with Him every day, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of Seventh-Day Adventist Church.
Discovering your identity and purpose
Friday 15 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
We need to know that we have purpose in life, that we’re not just an accident, that regardless of our situation, there is still purpose and meaning to our lives, writes Pastor Paul Kauri.
Facing new challenges in 2021
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
The year 2020 had chartered our course through challenges and disruptions of Covid-19, but praise be to our God, for His unwavering grace which allowed us to come through safe and sound, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of Avarua Ekalesia.
'We are all in this together'
Saturday 2 January 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Let us all continue to share our joys with one another, our concerns with one another, challenges with one another, needs with one another, outreach sharing and compassion with one another, writes Bishop Tutai Pere.