BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NZLPA - NZ Lay Preacher's Association - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NZLPA - NZ Lay Preacher's Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NZLPA - NZ Lay Preacher's Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20240406T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20240928T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250507T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250507T203000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085816Z CREATED:20250501T013552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085816Z UID:10000060-1746646200-1746649800@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Torah DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Torah(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 30 April 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 07 May 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\n📖 About this session:Explore the foundations of the Bible through the first five books — a journey into stories of creation\, covenant\, liberation\, and identity. Delve into how these sacred texts came together\, the questions they raise\, and what they mean for us today. \n\n\n\nThis is the second session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts\, and explore the key issues arising from The Law – the first five books of the First Testament. The following week’s discussion session\, facilitated by Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\, will provide an opportunity to reflect\, ask questions\, and explore applications for worship leadership. \n\n\n\n💻 Format: Online via Zoom (click the button to join the meeting)🎯 Who should attend? Open to all worship leaders looking to deepen their biblical knowledge. URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-torah-2/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/20250502_1725_Old-Testament-Introduction_remix_01jt7q8p54f4j8bcm8rescg54q.png ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250519T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250519T183000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085804Z CREATED:20250326T085113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085804Z UID:10000053-1747674900-1747679400@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Reinterpreting the Past in an Unprecedented Present: History and the Anthropocene DESCRIPTION:In this inaugural lecture of the 2025 Burns Lecture series\, Professor Brad Gregory examines how historical interpretations can inform our understanding of the Anthropocene—the current geological age characterized by significant human impact on the Earth’s geology and ecosystems. He explores the role of historical narratives in shaping our perception of contemporary environmental challenges. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Brad Gregory is the Henkels Family College Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame\, Indiana\, USA. He is the author of several books including Rebel in the Ranks: Martin Luther\, the Reformation\, and the Conflicts That Continue to Shape Our World; The Unintended Reformation: How a Religious Revolution Secularized Society; and Salvation at Stake: Christian Martyrdom in Early Modern Europe. He is currently working on a major project about the relationship between Western Christianity and the long-term formation of our current global environmental realities\, the working title of which is The Way of the World: Power\, Wealth\, and Civilization from the Last Ice Age to the Anthropocene. \n\n\n\nThe event will be livestreamed – join the livestream by clicking the “Watch” button below. \n\n\n\n\nWatch URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/reinterpreting-the-past-in-an-unprecedented-present-history-and-the-anthropocene/ LOCATION:Archway 4 Lecture Theatre\, Archway Lecture Theatre Complex\, Dunedin North\, Dunedin\, 9016\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,Theology Programme ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/20250506_2012_Anthropocene-Insights_simple_compose_01jtjac9kke8fayrs9dbkf3rmb.png ORGANIZER;CN="Theology Programme%2C The University of Otago":MAILTO:theology@otago.ac.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250520T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250520T183000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085752Z CREATED:20250326T085803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085752Z UID:10000054-1747761300-1747765800@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Fortunes for the Few\, Misfortunes for the Many: Constructing the Ancient Inhumanities DESCRIPTION:Professor Gregory delves into the socio-economic structures of ancient civilizations\, analysing how wealth disparities and systemic injustices were constructed and perpetuated. This lecture sheds light on the historical foundations of inequality and their relevance to modern societal structures. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Brad Gregory is the Henkels Family College Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame\, Indiana\, USA. He is the author of several books including Rebel in the Ranks: Martin Luther\, the Reformation\, and the Conflicts That Continue to Shape Our World; The Unintended Reformation: How a Religious Revolution Secularized Society; and Salvation at Stake: Christian Martyrdom in Early Modern Europe. He is currently working on a major project about the relationship between Western Christianity and the long-term formation of our current global environmental realities\, the working title of which is The Way of the World: Power\, Wealth\, and Civilization from the Last Ice Age to the Anthropocene. \n\n\n\nThe event will be livestreamed – join the livestream by clicking the “Watch” button below. \n\n\n\n\nWatch URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/fortunes-for-the-few-misfortunes-for-the-many-constructing-the-ancient-inhumanities/ LOCATION:Archway 4 Lecture Theatre\, Archway Lecture Theatre Complex\, Dunedin North\, Dunedin\, 9016\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,Theology Programme ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/20250506_2021_Ancient-Inequality-Lecture_remix_01jtjavjtyf2zt82ce7p92p4g0.png ORGANIZER;CN="Theology Programme%2C The University of Otago":MAILTO:theology@otago.ac.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250521T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250521T183000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085618Z CREATED:20250326T090451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085618Z UID:10000055-1747847700-1747852200@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Enduring the Way of the World: Covenant\, Community\, and Justice in Ancient Israel DESCRIPTION:Focusing on Ancient Israel\, this lecture explores the concepts of covenant and community\, and how these principles influenced notions of justice. Professor Gregory discusses the enduring impact of these ideas on societal organisation and legal systems. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Brad Gregory is the Henkels Family College Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame\, Indiana\, USA. He is the author of several books including Rebel in the Ranks: Martin Luther\, the Reformation\, and the Conflicts That Continue to Shape Our World; The Unintended Reformation: How a Religious Revolution Secularized Society; and Salvation at Stake: Christian Martyrdom in Early Modern Europe. He is currently working on a major project about the relationship between Western Christianity and the long-term formation of our current global environmental realities\, the working title of which is The Way of the World: Power\, Wealth\, and Civilization from the Last Ice Age to the Anthropocene. \n\n\n\nThe event will be livestreamed – join the livestream by clicking the “Watch” button below. \n\n\n\n\nWatch URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/enduring-the-way-of-the-world-covenant-community-and-justice-in-ancient-israel/ LOCATION:Archway 4 Lecture Theatre\, Archway Lecture Theatre Complex\, Dunedin North\, Dunedin\, 9016\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,Theology Programme ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/20250506_2027_Ancient-Israel-Lecture-Landscape_remix_01jtjb6da7enht5vpqeyh7t1yj.png ORGANIZER;CN="Theology Programme%2C The University of Otago":MAILTO:theology@otago.ac.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250522T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250522T090000 DTSTAMP:20250513T102024Z CREATED:20250513T102020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T102024Z UID:10000071-1747900800-1747904400@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Using Picture Books to Engage Children & Their Families DESCRIPTION:with Valerie Reinke\, Cannon Missioner for Faith Formation\, Diocese of Olympia \n\n\n\nChildren’s picture books can be rich in meaning and spiritual wisdom. Those qualities\, when coupled with captivating illustrations\, make them a perfect offering for your next intergenerational or Sunday classroom gathering. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will offer guidance for selecting the best from the wide variety of children’s picture books and then pair different books with wondering questions\, scripture\, and creative responses. URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/using-picture-books-to-engage-children-their-families/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,VTS Lifelong Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/vts-lifelong-logo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Theological Seminary":MAILTO:lifelonglearning@vts.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250522T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250522T203000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085558Z CREATED:20250326T100047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085558Z UID:10000059-1747938600-1747945800@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:How the Reformation Era (Indirectly) Led Us into Our Global Environmental Predicament DESCRIPTION:In this standalone lecture\, Professor Gregory discusses the unintended environmental consequences of the Reformation era. He explores how religious transformations contributed to shaping attitudes and practices that have led to current global environmental challenges. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Brad Gregory is the Henkels Family College Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame\, Indiana\, USA. He is the author of several books including Rebel in the Ranks: Martin Luther\, the Reformation\, and the Conflicts That Continue to Shape Our World; The Unintended Reformation: How a Religious Revolution Secularized Society; and Salvation at Stake: Christian Martyrdom in Early Modern Europe. He is currently working on a major project about the relationship between Western Christianity and the long-term formation of our current global environmental realities\, the working title of which is The Way of the World: Power\, Wealth\, and Civilization from the Last Ice Age to the Anthropocene. URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/how-the-reformation-era-indirectly-led-us-into-our-global-environmental-predicament/ LOCATION:St John’s in the City Presbyterian Church\, 170 Willis Str\, Te Aro\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,Theology Programme ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/an-image-showing-a-theological-discussion-in-the-reformation-era.png ORGANIZER;CN="Theology Programme%2C The University of Otago":MAILTO:theology@otago.ac.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250523T140000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250523T160000 DTSTAMP:20250512T075639Z CREATED:20250512T073816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T075639Z UID:10000070-1748008800-1748016000@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Indigenous Engagements with Religion DESCRIPTION:Meeting 5 -THEOREL SeminarDownload\n\n\n\n\nRequest more Information URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/indigenous-engagements-with-religion/ LOCATION:Room 408\, Humanities Building (Bldg 206)\, 14a Symonds Street\, Auckland Central\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,The University of Auckland,Theological & Religous Studies ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/NZLPA-Default-Event-Image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250524T091500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250524T123000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085544Z CREATED:20250418T052142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085544Z UID:10000064-1748078100-1748089800@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Navigating Life's Challenges DESCRIPTION:Navigating Life’s Challenges – A Mental Well-being Workshop\n\n\n\nIn a world that moves faster every day\, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by constant change\, uncertainty\, and the weight of expectations. Whether you’re coping with anxiety\, grief\, loss\, depression\, or relationship struggles\, you’re not alone. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to join us for a compassionate and supportive workshop dedicated to navigating the emotional and mental effects of a fast-paced life.  This gathering offers a safe space to hear from mental health practitioners\, to connect with others\, and learn practical tools to support mental well-being. \n\n\n\nWorkshop Highlights:\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding the impact of rapid change on mental health\n\n\n\nManaging anxiety and depression in everyday life\n\n\n\nCoping with grief and loss in healthy ways\n\n\n\nStrengthening relationships during times of stress\n\n\n\nBuilding emotional resilience and self-compassion\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re currently navigating these challenges or supporting someone who is\, this workshop is open to all. Together\, we’ll explore how to find calm in the chaos—and hope in the healing. \n\n\n\nMorning tea is provided. \n\n\n\nThis event is not live-streamed or recorded. \n\n\n\nLaidlaw Students/Alumni use access code STUDENT25 for a discount. \n\n\n\nChurch Leaders use access code LEADER25 for a discount. URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/navigating-lifes-challenges/ LOCATION:Laidlaw College Christchurch Campus\, 70 Condell Avenue\, Papanui\, Christchurch\, 8053\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Laidlaw College,Laidlaw Counselling,Seminars & Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Events-fb-Couns-Workshop-2025-Humanitix.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Laidlaw College | Te Wananga Amorangi":MAILTO:info@laidlaw.ac.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250526T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250530T170000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085528Z CREATED:20240827T095259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085528Z UID:10000010-1748246400-1748624400@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:IRCA Oceania 2025 DESCRIPTION:Listening to One Another\n\n\n\nSharing Struggles and Joy as Rural Churches in Oceania\n\n\n\n\n\nCalling all people with an interest in the church and things rural …….You may be :- \n\n\n\n\nA farmer\n\n\n\nA teacher in a small town\n\n\n\nAn employee of Landcare\n\n\n\nA person with an enthusiasm for making church happen in smaller centres\n\n\n\n\n\nIRCA Oceania 2025\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthew 11:15 Let anyone with ears listen!\n\n\n\nPhilippians 2:4 Let each of you look not to your own interests\, but to the interests of others.\n\n\n\n\nNamoli Methodist Church\n\n\n\nLautoka\, Fiji\n\n\n\nMonday 26 May to Friday 30 May 2025\n\n\n\n\nMonday 26 May 2025 – Arrival and Welcome LOTU\,\n\n\n\nTuesday 27 May – Conference\n\n\n\nWednesday 28 May – Conference\,  \n\n\n\nThursday 29 May – Local Church\, Community Visit\, Farewell LOTU and DINNER\n\n\n\nFriday 30 May – Departure\n\n\n\n\nThere may be options for those who want to stay for the weekend to visit nearby areas\, attend worship with a local congregation (offers to preach will be welcome)\, or visit other parts of Fiji. \n\n\n\nGuest Speakers\n\n\n\nRev Dr Semesi Turagavou\, President of the Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma \n\n\n\nRev James Bhagwan\, General Secretary – Pacific Conference of Churches Secretariat \n\n\n\nProgramme\n\n\n\nThe programme will focus on Veitalanoa – hearing stories from around the region\, prioritising Pacific Stories and with time for input from Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Contributions will include from people working with\, and those directly impacted by\, issues like Climate Change\, Economic Colonisation and Self-determination\, Seasonal Workers to Australia and New Zealand\, the incursion into Fiji of international drug cartels\, modern day slavery\, and safety and well-being of women and families. URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/irca-oceania-2025/ LOCATION:Nadi\, Nadi\, Fiji CATEGORIES:Conferences,International Rural Churches Assoc (IRCA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/pexels-photo-7468258.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="The Methodist Church in Fiji and Rotuma":MAILTO:infor@methodistfiji.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250527T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250527T183000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085508Z CREATED:20250326T091353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085508Z UID:10000056-1748366100-1748370600@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Subverting the Way of the World: The Oblique Radicalism of Jesus of Nazareth DESCRIPTION:In this lecture\, Professor Gregory examines the radical teachings of Jesus of Nazareth and how they challenged the socio-political norms of the time. He discusses the subversive aspects of Jesus’ message and their implications for contemporary understandings of social justice. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Brad Gregory is the Henkels Family College Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame\, Indiana\, USA. He is the author of several books including Rebel in the Ranks: Martin Luther\, the Reformation\, and the Conflicts That Continue to Shape Our World; The Unintended Reformation: How a Religious Revolution Secularized Society; and Salvation at Stake: Christian Martyrdom in Early Modern Europe. He is currently working on a major project about the relationship between Western Christianity and the long-term formation of our current global environmental realities\, the working title of which is The Way of the World: Power\, Wealth\, and Civilization from the Last Ice Age to the Anthropocene. \n\n\n\nThe event will be livestreamed – join the livestream by clicking the “Watch” button below. \n\n\n\n\nWatch URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/subverting-the-way-of-the-world-the-oblique-radicalism-of-jesus-of-nazareth/ LOCATION:Archway 4 Lecture Theatre\, Archway Lecture Theatre Complex\, Dunedin North\, Dunedin\, 9016\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,Theology Programme ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/UoO_Logo_RGB_Horz_Gold-REV.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Theology Programme%2C The University of Otago":MAILTO:theology@otago.ac.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250528T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250528T183000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085454Z CREATED:20250326T092534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085454Z UID:10000057-1748452500-1748457000@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Accommodating the Way of the World: Making Room for Mammon\, Making Peace with Rome DESCRIPTION:Professor Gregory explores the historical interactions between religious movements and political powers\, focusing on how accommodations were made with economic and imperial forces. This lecture provides insights into the complexities of religious and political compromises. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Brad Gregory is the Henkels Family College Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame\, Indiana\, USA. He is the author of several books including Rebel in the Ranks: Martin Luther\, the Reformation\, and the Conflicts That Continue to Shape Our World; The Unintended Reformation: How a Religious Revolution Secularized Society; and Salvation at Stake: Christian Martyrdom in Early Modern Europe. He is currently working on a major project about the relationship between Western Christianity and the long-term formation of our current global environmental realities\, the working title of which is The Way of the World: Power\, Wealth\, and Civilization from the Last Ice Age to the Anthropocene. \n\n\n\nThe event will be livestreamed – join the livestream by clicking the “Watch” button below. \n\n\n\n\nWatch URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/accommodating-the-way-of-the-world-making-room-for-mammon-making-peace-with-rome/ LOCATION:Archway 4 Lecture Theatre\, Archway Lecture Theatre Complex\, Dunedin North\, Dunedin\, 9016\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,Theology Programme ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/UoO_Logo_RGB_Horz_Gold-REV.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Theology Programme%2C The University of Otago":MAILTO:theology@otago.ac.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250528T193000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250528T203000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085439Z CREATED:20250311T235346Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085439Z UID:10000046-1748460600-1748464200@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Lead Worship: First Testament - Prophets DESCRIPTION:Topic: First Testament – Prophets(Part of the Methodist Network Lead Worship Series) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 1: Lecture \n\n\n\n\nDate: Tuesday\, 28 May 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30pm\n\n\n\nPresenter: Rev Dr Lynne Wall\n\n\n\n\n📅 Session 2: Discussion \n\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 04 June 2025\n\n\n\nTime: 07:30PM\n\n\n\nFacilitators: Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\n\n\n\n\n📖 About this session:This is the third session in a multi-part exploration of the First Testament led by Rev Dr Lynne Wall. The lecture will introduce key themes and contexts\, and explore the key issues arising from the prophets – the the prophetic utterances of the former and latter prophets as recorded in the First Testament. The following week’s discussion session\, facilitated by Ngaire Southon and/or Viv Whimster\, will provide an opportunity to reflect\, ask questions\, and explore applications for worship leadership. \n\n\n\n💻 Format: Online via Zoom (click the button to join the meeting)🎯 Who should attend? Open to all worship leaders looking to deepen their biblical knowledge. URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/lead-worship-first-testament-prophets/2025-05-28/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom Meeting CATEGORIES:Methodist Lay Preachers Network,Seminars & Workshops,Short Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/20250502_1640_The-Prophets-Overview_simple_compose_01jt7mn758fs1s86kmge2cwx2y-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Methodist Lay Preachers' Network":MAILTO:vwhimster@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250529T171500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250529T183000 DTSTAMP:20250603T091214Z CREATED:20250326T093512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T091214Z UID:10000058-1748538900-1748543400@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Extending the Way of the World: Western Christianity from Constantine to the Anthropocene DESCRIPTION:In the final lecture of the series\, Professor Gregory traces the evolution of Western Christianity from the era of Constantine to the present Anthropocene epoch. He analyses how religious developments have influenced and been influenced by broader societal and environmental changes. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProfessor Brad Gregory is the Henkels Family College Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame\, Indiana\, USA. He is the author of several books including Rebel in the Ranks: Martin Luther\, the Reformation\, and the Conflicts That Continue to Shape Our World; The Unintended Reformation: How a Religious Revolution Secularized Society; and Salvation at Stake: Christian Martyrdom in Early Modern Europe. He is currently working on a major project about the relationship between Western Christianity and the long-term formation of our current global environmental realities\, the working title of which is The Way of the World: Power\, Wealth\, and Civilization from the Last Ice Age to the Anthropocene. \n\n\n\nThe event will be livestreamed – join the livestream by clicking the “Watch” button below. \n\n\n\n\nWatch URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/extending-the-way-of-the-world-western-christianity-from-constantine-to-the-anthropocene/ LOCATION:Archway 4 Lecture Theatre\, Archway Lecture Theatre Complex\, Dunedin North\, Dunedin\, 9016\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,Theology Programme ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/UoO_Logo_RGB_Horz_Gold-REV.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Theology Programme%2C The University of Otago":MAILTO:theology@otago.ac.nz END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250530T070000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250530T080000 DTSTAMP:20250513T103348Z CREATED:20250513T103345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T103348Z UID:10000072-1748588400-1748592000@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Learning from Roots & Wings: Intergenerational Formation Insights DESCRIPTION:with Sarah Bentley Allred\, Project Director\, Roots & Wings\, and Jodi Belcher\, Resource Developer\, Roots & Wings \n\n\n\nIn spring 2025\, Roots & Wings staff completed an extensive literature review on the topic of intergenerational formation\, worship\, and children’s spirituality. Join this FREE webinar to hear what insights were gained and get to know the leaders of this newest Lifelong Learning program. URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/learning-from-roots-wings-intergenerational-formation-insights/ LOCATION:Online – Zoom Webinar CATEGORIES:Seminars & Workshops,VTS Lifelong Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/2ce273cd-100e-22f0-eb3d-f11e4ae71948.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Theological Seminary":MAILTO:lifelonglearning@vts.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250531T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250602T140000 DTSTAMP:20250729T085412Z CREATED:20250210T012616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T085412Z UID:10000037-1748682000-1748872800@nzlpa.org.nz SUMMARY:Our Future Together DESCRIPTION:UCANZ Biennial Forum URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/our-future-together/ LOCATION:Onehunga Co-operating Church\, Cnr Grey Str and Onehunga Mall\, Onehunga\, Auckland\, 1061\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Conferences,Gatherings,Seminars & Workshops,Uniting Congregations of Aotearoa (UCANZ) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://nzlpa.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Screenshot-2025-02-10-142525.png ORGANIZER;CN="Uniting Congregations of Aotearoa (UCANZ)":MAILTO:office@ucanz.org.nz END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR