Church Talk
Young people having fun in Jesus
Friday 26 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Who said you can’t have fun as a Christian - especially as a young person.
28th World Youth Day
Friday 26 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
A regular event in the church calendar is every second or third year an international celebration of World Youth Day is held somewhere in the world.
Water vs chocolate
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Who would have thought that a simple mathematical equation, water representing Jesus and chocolate representing sin could be so mind boggling? Well it was for the students at Tereora College when their latest bible school teacher Miriam Terei chose to ask God for a revelation about what to teach because she was so exhausted from her part-time job.
What does God want from me?
Friday 19 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Today we’re going to look at a radical statement that Jesus makes in the New Testament. In Matthew 18:1-6 we read these words, “About that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, ‘Which of us is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?’”
'Live life to the fullest'
Friday 12 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
It is interesting to take note of what has been said by people of old.
'We all have a part to play'
Friday 12 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
As the Cook Islands is reeling over with the death of three beloved youths in the tragic crash that occurred early Sunday morning, Bishop Tutai Pere and Papa Daniel Apii’s encouragement is that we as a nation must be accountable for the lives of our young people.
A man unto himself and his God
Friday 12 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Bishop Pere is a man with no idol, only the Lord Jesus Christ.
Stand steady in your discipleship
Saturday 6 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
The word for disciple comes from the Latin root word – discipulus, which means pupil.
Blessed are the poor in spirit
Saturday 6 July 2013 | Published in Church Talk
When Pope Francis 1st was elected leader of the world’s Catholics, one of the first statements he made was that he wanted “a poor church for the poor”.
Pharisee or tax collector: which one are you? Part 2
Friday 28 June 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Whom Do I Trust? The Pharisee exalted his own religious practices at the expense of his neighbour.
Catechists' renewal of commitment
Friday 28 June 2013 | Published in Church Talk
On Sunday, June 30, the 10 Catechists (Te au Katekita) of the Cathedral Parish of St.
Pharisee or tax collector: which one are you?
Friday 21 June 2013 | Published in Church Talk
In the book of Luke, Jesus shares a powerful parable that challenges you and me to do a little healthy soul searching.
The Perfect Praise –
Friday 14 June 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Every time we as fellow believers in the Lord Jesus Christ attend church we always expect the spirit of worship to be high and powerful.
Our Feast Day
Friday 14 June 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Parishioners attending the Sacred Heart Parish in Matavera were united to celebrate our Feast Day on Sunday June 9.
The power to change your life
Friday 7 June 2013 | Published in Church Talk
How often have you heard people say, “Much as I’d like to change my life, I can’t.
First Communion for 27
Friday 7 June 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Twenty seven Catholic youths received the body and blood of the Christ for the first time – in the form of the Holy Communion on Sunday.
Youth ministry presents 'Sold Out'
Friday 31 May 2013 | Published in Church Talk
The youth ministry of Celebration on the Rock Church are holding a special outreach service tonight with a focus on the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
A new life has begun
Friday 31 May 2013 | Published in Church Talk
It’s another beautiful day here in Rarotonga as I put together our churchtalk on this Tuesday morning May 28.
Beyond culture to our true identity
Friday 24 May 2013 | Published in Church Talk
Have you noticed there is a renewed interest by many in the gathering of data, family lineages and family trees in a quest to find information about their past heritage? ‘Which uncle came on what boat and which family line did I come from?’ We are also seeing the reintroduction of ancient cultures around the globe, as many people try to find some sort of significance, value and a sense of belonging.
The words we speak
Friday 24 May 2013 | Published in Church Talk
“Let us oft speak kind words to each other At home or where ever we may be; Like the warbling of birds on the heather, The tones will be welcome and free.