Church Talk
Church talk: Finding peace in the midst of busyness
Friday 24 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
In today’s fast-paced world, the beauty and peacefulness of the Cook Islands can often seem at odds with the demands of modern life, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Church Talk: Justice and righteousness
Friday 17 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
In the calendar of my phone, I have saved an item that shows up every day as a constant reminder. Truth be told, I have a few of these on my phone, two of them are prayer notes, one is something The Lord spoke to me, and this particular one I speak of is out of conviction, writes Pastor Paul Kauri, the General Superintendent of Cook Islands Assemblies of God Church.
Church Talk: Glorify God in serving others
Friday 10 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
God has graced us with spiritual gifts so we may use these to edify each other for humble service in the Body of Christ, writes Tangata Vainerere, historian at CICC Heritage Centre.
Church Talk: ‘Our most holy faith’ To tatou akarongo maata rava atu
Friday 3 May 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Jesus paid a great price, an ultimate sacrifice of His own Godly life for the salvation of all in the world – but with the gift of freedom of choice – “that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life”, writes Bishop Tutai Pere of the Apostolic Church.
Historic ordination marks new chapter for Catholic Diocese
Monday 29 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
In a significant and deeply moving ceremony, the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga, Cook Islands, and guests witnessed an historic event – the Episcopal Ordination of their new coadjutor bishop, Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado, M.S.P., Bishop-elect.
Catholic diocese holds ordination ceremony for new coadjutor bishop
Saturday 27 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features
For the past several months, the Catholic Diocese of Rarotonga, Cook Islands, has been preparing for the ordination of Father Reynaldo Bunyi Getalado from the Mission Society of the Philippines (MSP) as the new coadjutor bishop. The ceremony will take place this morning.
Church Talk: The good shepherd lays down his life for his sheep
Friday 26 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
The imagery of shepherding has become so much part of the Christian mind that it becomes almost invisible, writes Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church.
Church Talk: The power of words
Friday 19 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Have you ever said something in the heat of the moment that you did not mean, but it had a lasting impact on the person you said it to? How did you feel? Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints writes.
Catholic community gears up for arrival of new coadjutor bishop
Wednesday 17 April 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
The newly appointed coadjutor bishop arrives in Rarotonga tonight to assist the retiring Bishop before eventually succeeding him.
Church Talk: Our pursuit of God requires grit
Friday 12 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
I have learnt over the years that progress is neither swift nor easy and that success requires grit, writes Pastor Eric Toleafoa of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Church Talk: Put your trust in God
Friday 5 April 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
I have noticed the financial strain coming upon people and the effect it is having on their marriage, their families, and the choices they are making to make ends meet, writes Paul Kauri, the General Superintendent of Cook Islands Assemblies of God Church.
Cook Islands Assembly of God celebrates 50 years of faith
Tuesday 2 April 2024 | Written by Solomone Taukei | Published in Church Talk, Features
The Cook Islands Assembly of God (AOG) church is marking a monumental milestone – 50 years of operation within the Cook Islands.
Church talk: Where have they taken the Lord?
Saturday 30 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
The discovery of Jesus’ empty tomb by Mary Magdalene and others leads to confusion and a race for answers, but ultimately strengthens their faith through the women’s testimony and the risen Lord’s appearance to Mary, writes Reverend Vakaroto Ngaro of the Takamoa Theological College.
Catholics remember Jesus’ sacrifice on Good Friday
Saturday 30 March 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Church Talk, Features, Local, National
Catholics in Rarotonga observed Good Friday yesterday by praying the Stations of the Cross, mourning the crucifixion of Jesus Christ.
Churchtalk: Taking control of your circumstances
Friday 22 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
A beautiful and powerful message, most appropriate and relevant at controlling compelling or confrontational situations, conditions, age and time, was preached by Elder Peter Graham of the Apostolic Church of Rarotonga on Sunday 10/03/24.
Open invitation to attend the Memorial of Christ’s death
Monday 18 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Jehovah’s Witnesses in Rarotonga are inviting the whole Cook Islands community to join them for the 2024 commemoration of Jesus Christ’s death at sundown on Sunday, March 24.
Church Talk: Bear with one another in love
Friday 15 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
While women and children are suffering in the war zones today, do we find our own women at peace or do we have wars happening in our own backyards? Bishop Paul Donoghue of the Catholic Church writes.
Church talk: God can help us in hard times
Friday 8 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Have you ever wondered why bad things happen to good people? ‘Why?’ is one of the most asked questions in life. It is simple and direct, yet we do not always get a stringboard answer, writes Kayla Kaimarama-Willie of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Church Talk: Ignite your prayer life
Friday 1 March 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
Greetings to all you lovely people: To those who are prayer lovers and prayer warriors. I thought to bring our message this morning in support and recognition of the Women’s International Prayer Day coming shortly. I thought how fitting this message is for all of us to ignite our prayer life.
Ma’uke Mission: Exploring 200 years of London Missionary Society connection
Saturday 24 February 2024 | Written by Supplied | Published in Church Talk, Features
A book which captures some aspects of the London Missionary Society connections with Ma’uke, will be launched next week.
