Church Talk
St Joseph’s Cathedral encourages unity among migrants
Tuesday 1 October 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Church Talk, Features
Cook Islands Catholic Church Bishop Reynaldo Getalado has stressed the message that every migrant and Cook Islanders should be one family regardless of their cultures and languages.
Church Talk: The pursuit of true happiness
Saturday 28 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Happiness is something we desire and long for in our pursuit of life, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Church talk: Anointed for the marketplace
Friday 20 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Initially, I believed church was primarily about Sunday services, singing, sermons, and socialising. However, I later realised that this was a superficial understanding of Jesus and the message of the gospel, writes Rachel Best of The Arepua Gateway Assembly of God Church.
Church Talk: Nikao CICC marks historic milestone
Friday 13 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
“...If you do return unto the Lord with all your hearts, then put away the strange gods from among you, and prepare your hearts unto the Lord, and serve Him only, and He will deliver you out of the hands of the Philisitines.” (1 Samuels 7:3)
Three-day programme promises good news!
Wednesday 11 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Jehovah’s Witnesses in the Cook Islands will join a three-day global convention this weekend, which promises to bring news to attendees.
Church Talk: Why all eyes must look to Jesus Christ? – Eaa te au mata ravarai ka akara’I kia Iesu Mesia?
Friday 6 September 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Jesus has two distinct natures, one divine and the other human. Jesus is the Word who was God and was with God and was made flesh, writes Bishop Tutai Pere of the Apostolic Church.
Church talk: Can humanity reclaim its divine image?
Friday 30 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Through God’s grace we can be restored and renewed, reclaiming the divine image and fulfilling the purpose for which we were created, writes Bishop Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado msp of the Catholic Church.
Church: Trusting God’s timing
Friday 23 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
God uses trials and challenges to stretch us to our limits. It is his way of allowing us to discover our own strengths, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Church Talk: Shining brightly for Jesus
Friday 16 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
We live in a world where darkness (confusion, fear and sin) seems to be everywhere. But Jesus calls us to be something different. He calls us to be the light of the world. Today, we will explore what it means to live out that calling in our lives, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Church Talk: A word from our Jubilee Celebration
Friday 9 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
It has been an outstanding time for The Assemblies of God Cook Islands celebrating our Jubilee Celebration Conference, writes Paul Kauri, the General Superintendent of Cook Islands Assemblies of God Church.
Church Talk: Jesus is the living Gospel
Friday 2 August 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
The gospel is a term that comes from the old English word ‘godspell’ which means ‘good news’, writes Reverend Mata Tumu-Makara of the Cook Islands Christian Church.
Church Talk: The price of paradise- Salvation in Jesus is free but aren’t cheap
Friday 26 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
All things natural are free but aren’t cheap – Te au mea natura ravarai mea oronga ua ia mai tereira, e akatarauanga ngao ra te tiki, writes Bishop Tutai Pere of the Apostolic Church.
Bishop Paul reflects on 13 years of service in the Cook Islands
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features
Bishop Paul Donoghue, the eighth Bishop of the Cook Islands Catholic Church who served for 13 years, has retired, leaving a legacy of strong faith development, good relationships with other religions and the community, and overcoming administrative challenges.
Church Talk: True happiness lies beyond the material
Friday 19 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
By focusing on faith and fearing God’s judgment, we can avoid prioritising worldly possessions and lead a more meaningful life, writes Bishop Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado msp of the Catholic Church.
Love and reconciliation: Retired Bishop calls for renewal in farewell sermon
Tuesday 16 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
Retired Bishop Paul Donoghue delivered a farewell sermon emphasising the importance of good leadership and the need for love and reconciliation within the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga.
Church Talk: Service – an act of love
Friday 12 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
We must be careful to serve for the right reasons. We should not serve others purely for recognition. Serving others should not be like a social media post, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Church talk: Embracing God’s Abundance in Our Lives
Saturday 6 July 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Living in the Cook Islands, surrounded by the blue Pacific Ocean and vibrant island culture, it's easy to see the blessings that God has bestowed upon us. Yet, amidst the beauty, we often face challenges that test our faith and resilience, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Tears and gratitude: Bishop Donoghue retires after 13 years of service
Tuesday 2 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features
Bishop Paul Patrick Donoghue retired after over a decade of service as Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga, Cook Islands, paving the way for Bishop Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado’s installation as the new leader
Bishop Getalado takes the helm of the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga
Monday 1 July 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features
Coadjutor Bishop Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado m.s.p has been installed as the new bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga, Cook Islands.
Church Talk: He set me free from my fear
Friday 28 June 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
A number of years ago when Tania and I were still living in Auckland, I scaled “my” hill, a place I often visit to pray. From this place I would often pray and watch over our city, and the 49,000+ citizens who lived within her boundaries, at that time.
