Features
Publisher backtracks on Bible 'tweaks'
Friday 16 December 2016 | Published in Church Talk
THE PUBLISHER of the English Standard Version (ESV) of the Bible has reversed its controversial decision to finalise the text after “tweaking” 29 verses.
Joy to the world – it's Christmas time!
Friday 16 December 2016 | Published in Church Talk
"JOY TO THE WORLD" is a popular Christmas carol. The words are by English hymn writer Isaac Watts, and are based on the second half of Psalm 98 in the Bible. The song was first published in 1719.
Don't miss these two movie offerings
Monday 12 December 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
IT’S GOOD to be back after missing the last couple of columns.
Why every human being needs the Lord
Friday 9 December 2016 | Published in Church Talk
WITH all the atrocities committed against humankind in many places around the world, during which people are hurt, wounded or killed, many are living in fear as to whether or not they will get to see another day.
Good news full of hope and promise
Friday 2 December 2016 | Published in Church Talk
THERE IS no greater news than this: “The God of the Universe knows you and loves you, and all of your sins and wrong doing. He forgives at His expense in Christ.”
It's that magical time of year again
Friday 2 December 2016 | Published in Church Talk
CHRISTMAS is a magical time.
What a wild weekend that was!
Tuesday 29 November 2016 | Written by Richard Moore | Published in Weekend
MORE than 230mm of rain poured down on Rarotonga between Friday afternoon and Saturday evening – that’s 100mm more than the average November monthly level.
'Moana' a hit, despite familiar theme
Monday 28 November 2016 | Published in Entertainment
This might sound familiar: A Disney animation film about a bright and spirited young woman who feels stifled by outmoded expectations and dreams of exploring beyond the confines of her home.
Paddle art exhibition impresses yet again
Monday 28 November 2016 | Published in Art
Paddle artworks in this week’s Tu Rangatira exhibit came in an impressive range of designs, using a variety of mediums to embody the textures of land and sea.
Families portray the glory of God
Friday 25 November 2016 | Published in Church Talk
Renowned activist Bishop Desmond Tutu was once quoted as saying, “You don’t choose your family. They are God’s gift to you, as you are to them.”
Contest proud night for art of tatau
Tuesday 22 November 2016 | Published in Art
What is believed to have been the first tattoo competition held in the Cook Islands took place at The Islander on Saturday night.
Breathless immersion into new wizarding world
Monday 21 November 2016 | Published in Entertainment
FANTASTIC Beasts and Where to Find Them (M, 133 mins) Directed by David Yates
Perfect Praise takes dedication
Friday 18 November 2016 | 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.
Story of a man who would not kill
Monday 14 November 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
WHEN OUR family first found and accepted Christ as our saviour, my weekends were pretty doomed.
Dr Brych – a dud Czech who bounced around Pacific
Monday 14 November 2016 | Published in Weekend
Quack who fooled an Australian premier
Journey through a mighty storm
Friday 11 November 2016 | Published in Church Talk
FOR THE past 18 years, it is ritual that my family and I attend a memorial service held every year, on the November 1, to commemorate the lives that were taken in the devastating Cyclone Martin, which struck our beautiful home, Manihiki.
A magical treat with Dr Strange
Monday 7 November 2016 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Entertainment
THERE IS a lot happening around the island at the moment, so it’s little wonder the Empire Cinema isn’t premiering any new movies this weekend.
Have life more abundantly
Friday 4 November 2016 | Published in Church Talk
THIS HEADLINE for this week’s column comes from a verse in the Bible, in John 10, verse 10: “…I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.”
Kiwi artist's work reflects Pukapukan culture
Friday 28 October 2016 | Published in Art
As a tribute to a special group of Cook Islands women, a Kiwi artist has filled the walls of a Devonport gallery in New Zealand with sculptures.
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