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SUMMARY:Kete Aroha o Waipounamu 2025 (KAW)
DESCRIPTION:School of Theology\n\n\n\nSouth Island Methodist Synod\n\n\n\nTe Hinota Weteriana o te Waipounamu\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to announce that our two keynote speakers will be current MCNZ President\, Dr Te Aroha Rountree\, and Dr Emily Colgan.   \n\n\n\nWhile Te Aroha is currently on secondment from Trinity Methodist Theological College\, Emily continues to offer her scholarship and wisdom to the Trinity College students. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMost people in Te Hāhi know how gifted these two speakers are -well worth prioritizing your time to be part of this event. \n\n\n\nThere will also be Workshops on topics like:\n\n\n\n\norigins of Christianity in the West Coast from a Māori perspective (Paul Madgwick)\n\n\n\nClimate Justice – sharing findings from last year’s World Methodist Conference (Mark Gibson)\n\n\n\nWorking with Pacific People as part of your congregation (Losana Korovulavula and Maca Vuniwaqa)\n\n\n\nCongregational-based Ministry with children – the learnings that come with experience (Joohong Kim\, Pat White and Ali Greening)\n\n\n\nA fresh look at the New Zealand liturgical calendar (Rev Canon Micheal Wallace)\n\n\n\n\nAs a result of feedback from last year’s Kete Aroha o Waipounamu\, the workshops will be organised so that participants will be able to attend more of these stimulating sessions. \n\n\n\nFull Program\n\n\n\nKAW25 Full Programme FinalDownloadProgram\n\n\n\nRegistration Instructions\n\n\n\nThis is an editable PDF form.  Please download it to your desktop and fill in the sections indicated.  Then “Save as” under the File Menu\, using your name as the file name and return to the email address below\, no later than Wednesday 5 March.  The form may not function properly unless it is downloaded.  If you have problems\, please print and manually fill out and then scan or photograph and return\, or send the same information in an email to kaw@aldersgate.org.nz with your name in the subject line.  This email address can also be used for any enquiries. \n\n\n\nKAW25 Registration Form FinalDownloadRegistration
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/kete-aroha-o-waipounamu-2025-kaw/
LOCATION:Aldersgate Centre\, 309 Durham Street\, Christchurch\, 8013\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Gatherings,Seminars & Workshops,South Island Synod
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SUMMARY:Inspiring Change for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:Register\n\n\n\nThe Climate Justice Working Group are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming event\, Inspiring Change for a Sustainable Future\, on Saturday\, 13th July 2024. This half-day hybrid event is designed to inspire individuals and communities to take action towards a plastic-free future. Whether you join us in person or online\, you’ll gain practical insights and strategies to help you live a zero-waste lifestyle. This event is accessible to an audience from across the motu\, ensuring everyone can participate and make a difference.Why Attend?Empowerment Through Practical Action: Learn practical\, actionable strategies for living a zero-waste and plastic-free lifestyle. Our expert speakers will equip you with the tools and knowledge to make meaningful changes in your daily life and community\, helping you take immediate steps towards sustainability.Integrate Faith and Environmental Stewardship: Discover the deep connection between faith and environmental stewardship. Our event explores theological foundations and ethical considerations\, inspiring faith-based communities to embrace sustainable practices and care for our planet as an integral part of their spiritual journey.Be Part of a Global Movement: Connect with like-minded individuals committed to sustainability. Whether attending in person or online\, you’ll have the opportunity to network\, share experiences\, and collaborate on creating a zero-waste future. \n\n\n\nSpeakers:  \n\n\n\n\nLydia Chai – Environmental advocate\, leading initiatives to stop exporting plastic waste. \n\n\n\nNicola Hoggard Creegan – Theologian\, exploring the intersection of faith and environmental stewardship. \n\n\n\nJenny Marshall – Expert in waste management and food waste reduction. \n\n\n\nAdditional Speaker – TBC \n\n\n\n\nEvent ProgrammeThe full program will be announced over the next few weeks. Here’s a glimpse of what to expect (timings to be confirmed): \n\n\n\n\n1:00 PM – Introduction & Housekeeping\n\n\n\nVenue Introduction (Waiōrea Community Recycling Centre)\n\n\n\nSpeaker 1 presentation and Q&A\n\n\n\nReflection / Bathroom break / Tea & Coffee\n\n\n\nSpeaker 2 presentation and Q&A\n\n\n\nReflection / Bathroom break / Tea & Coffee\n\n\n\nSpeaker 3 presentation and Q&A\n\n\n\nSpeaker 4 presentation and Q&A\n\n\n\nNext steps\n\n\n\nConclusion and Thanks\n\n\n\n5:00 PM – End Livestream and event\n\n\n\n\nExpected Outcomes \n\n\n\n\nEnvironmental Awareness: Gain a deeper understanding of the environmental impacts of plastic waste and the benefits of zero-waste practices.\n\n\n\nFaith-Based Stewardship: Learn about the theological and ethical foundations of environmental stewardship within faith-based contexts.\n\n\n\nActionable Tips: Acquire practical tips and strategies for reducing plastic use and waste in your daily life.\n\n\n\nCommunity Implementation: Be equipped with knowledge on how to implement zero-waste practices in your home\, workplace\, and community.\n\n\n\nTe Ao Māori Perspectives: Understand how “waste-free” fits into the te ao Māori worldview.\n\n\n\n\nVolunteer to Host a Community Viewing Hub: Interested in hosting a local viewing event? Email Peter Lane at peter.lane@sdcs.co.nz for more information. Venues that commit to hosting a group will be added to the registration page as specific options for attendees.Register for the Event: Secure your spot today by clicking the Register button.  Space for the in-person options are limited\, so registrations are essential!Join us in person or online and be part of this transformative event!
URL:https://nzlpa.org.nz/event/inspiring-change-for-a-sustainable-future/
LOCATION:Waiōrea Community Recycling Centre\, 990 Great North Road\, Western Springs\, Auckland\, New Zealand
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