Methodist Lay Preachers’ Network

Email vwhimster@gmail.com
Website https://www.methodist.org.nz/tangata/ministers-lay-and-ordained/methodist-lay-preachers-network/

The Network is a loosely structured group linking all Lay Preachers in Methodist Parishes and in Co-operating and Union congregations with a Methodist component. Our main task is:

(a) In liaison with Trinity College periodically [to] review all aspects of training and accreditation
(b) maintenance of records;
(c) liaison with Synods;
(d) liaison with New Zealand Lay Preachers’ Association’
(e) to provide support for members of the Methodist Lay Preachers Network
(f) to report annually to Conference

Laws and Regulations of the Methodist Church of New Zealand Te Hāhi Weteriana o Aotearoa version 2, updated 2021, 4. Section 1 – Membership 8.1-9, p25.

We are supported by the New Zealand Lay Preachers Association (NZLPA) who issue certificates to those who have met their denominational requirements for training and to members for long service. Application forms for both can be downloaded from their website (https://nzlpa.org.nz/).

Events from this organiser

Today

  • Lead Worship: First Testament – Torah

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    This 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.

    Free

  • Lead Worship: First Testament – Torah

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    This 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.

    Free

  • Lead Worship: First Testament – Prophets

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    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.

    Free

  • Lead Worship: First Testament – Prophets

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    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.

    Free

  • Lead Worship: First Testament – Writings

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    This is the fourth and final 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 writings - the historical and wisdom writing 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.

    Free

  • Lead Worship: First Testament – Writings

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    This is the fourth and final 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 writings - the historical and wisdom writing 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.

    Free

  • Worship Resources

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    Join Philip Garside for a practical online session introducing digital worship tools for lay leaders—covering complete liturgies, sermon starters, and creative aids for leading meaningful services using lectionary-aligned resources.

    Free

  • Parables – Session 1

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    Explore the parables of Jesus with Rev Dr Geoff New in this two-part Methodist Lay Preachers Network series. These sessions will offer insight, inspiration, and practical help for those leading worship and preaching today.

    Free

  • Parables – Session 2

    2025 Methodist Network Lead Worship series
    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    Explore the parables of Jesus with Rev Dr Geoff New in this two-part Methodist Lay Preachers Network series. These sessions will offer insight, inspiration, and practical help for those leading worship and preaching today.

    Free

  • Methodist Lay Preachers Network Annual Meeting

    Online - Zoom Meeting
    Virtual Event

    This annual meeting gives us an opportunity to meet online as a national group, share our experiences, discuss concerns, ask and hopefully answer questions. Some of this time can be used in smaller break-out groups.