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SUMMARY:THE CHRISTMAS PROMISE
DESCRIPTION:3 week series on Christmas \n\n\n\nThis series is based around the Bible Storybook\, “The Christmas Promise.” A long\, long time ago – so long that it’s hard to imagine – God promised a new King. He wasn’t an ordinary King\, like the ones we see on TV or in books. He would be different. He would be a New King\, a Rescuing King\, a Forever King. Join Mary\, and Joseph\, a bunch of shepherds\, some wise men\, and lots and LOTS of angels as they discover how God kept his Christmas promise. \n\n\n\nWEEK 1The Forever King \n\n\n\nWEEK 2The Rescuing King \n\n\n\nWEEK 3The New King
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/the-christmas-promise/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261125T113000
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SUMMARY:The Craft Room - Term Four
DESCRIPTION:The Craft Room is a connect group that meets in the church cafe. It’s open to all and provides a space where you can meet others while connecting over craft\, a morning tea\, and a simple devotional.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/the-craft-room-term-4/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Connect Group
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261031T163000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261031T193000
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SUMMARY:Light Party 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Light Party is a positive\, family-friendly alternative to Halloween for kindergarten to intermediate age groups. \n\n\n\nKeep an eye on this page as further info about this event is released.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/light-party-2026/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Church Event,Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261018T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261018T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
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SUMMARY:FIRED UP
DESCRIPTION:5 week series from 1 Kings on Elijah \n\n\n\nFire up the ovens! We’re headed to the kitchen to bake up something special. Kitchens are incredible places where the most basic ingredients are transformed into delicious treats. Our faith can be a lot like that\, too. In this 5-week series\, kids will follow the life of the prophet Elijah\, whose ministry involved a lot of fire and bread as he formed a special relationship with God. They’ll learn how knowing God helps me find what I need\, hears my voice\, guides me when I’m scared\, comforts me\, and is always with me are all the ingredients they need to get fired up! \n\n\n\nWEEK 1This week\, kids hear how God provided for Elijah and a widow during a drought.BIG IDEA: God helps me find what I need.BIBLE: 1 Kings 17:2–16; Psalm 97:1–6 \n\n\n\nWEEK 2This week\, kids hear how Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal and proved God is the real god.BIG IDEA: God hears my voice.BIBLE: 1 Kings 18:16–39; Acts 2:1–21 \n\n\n\nWEEK 3This week\, kids hear how Elijah ran away from Queen Jezebel and how God kept Elijah safe.BIG IDEA: God guides me when I’m scared.BIBLE: 1 Kings 19:1–9a; Psalm 85:8–13 \n\n\n\nWEEK 4This week\, kids hear how God appeared to Elijah to comfort him.BIG IDEA: God comforts me.BIBLE: 1 Kings 19:9b–18; 2 Corinthians 1:3–7 \n\n\n\nWEEK 5This week\, kids hear how God took Elijah up to heaven and how Elisha became God’s messenger.BIG IDEA: God is always with me.BIBLE: 2 Kings 2:1–14; John 6:25–35
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/fired-up/2026-10-18/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261011T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261011T113000
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SUMMARY:David: Anointed and Flawed
DESCRIPTION:In the Old Testament\, David is a significant figure who was used by God in significant ways. Yet he was far from perfect\, and the bible doesn’t hide his flaws. In this series\, we’ll explore how the good and the bad in David’s story speaks to us\, and out journey of faith.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/david-anointed-and-flawed/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Church Service
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260913T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260913T113000
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SUMMARY:WHIRIA KIDS – THAILAND
DESCRIPTION:This week\, the kids will dive into the Parable of the Sower\, learning the difference between good soil and not so good soil. They will also be learning about Thailand\, a place where Arotahi has missionaries participating in the work of God.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/whiria-kids-thailand/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260906T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260906T113000
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SUMMARY:WHAT’S NEXT?
DESCRIPTION:4 week series from Acts on The Early Church \n\n\n\nPuzzles don’t come with step-by-step instructions for solving them. That’s what makes them so much fun. You have to try to figure out the next best step to take. When Jesus left Earth\, his followers had to wonder the same thing —”What’s next?” In this 4-week series about the Early Church\, kids will see how Jesus’ followers solved the puzzle of what to do next and the ways we can follow in their footsteps. As kids discover what to do next\, they’ll learn they can follow Jesus\, pray for others\, love like Jesus did\, and share the good news. \n\n\n\nWEEK 1This week\, kids learn about how Saul became a follower of Jesus.BIG IDEA: We can follow Jesus.BIBLE: Acts 9:1–20; 1 Corinthians 15:1-9 \n\n\n\nWEEK 2This week\, kids learn about how Peter prayed for a woman to come back to life.BIG IDEA: We can pray for others.BIBLE: Acts 9:36–43; James 5:13–16 \n\n\n\nWEEK 3This week\, kids learn about how God spoke to Cornelius and Peter to show that everyone is welcome to follow Jesus.BIG IDEA: We can love like Jesus does.BIBLE: Acts 10:1–8; 11:1–18; John 13:34–35 \n\n\n\nWEEK 4This week\, kids learn about how Paul shared the good news and Lydia decided to follow Jesus.BIG IDEA: We can share the good news.BIBLE: Acts 16:6–15; Matthew 28:18–20
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/whats-next/2026-09-06/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260820T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260820T210000
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SUMMARY:Together - The Parenting Journey
DESCRIPTION:Parenthood is one of life’s greatest blessings\, but there are days when it feels like nothing is working. In those moments\, remember to lean into God’s grace\, knowing He is faithful even when we stumble. In TOGETHER – The Parenting Journey\, we’ll explore key parenting topics\, blending research-based insights\, expert advice\, real-life stories\, and faith-based wisdom. My prayer is that\, along the way\, you will grow in trust and confidence as you lean on God’s guidance through both the joys and challenges of raising your child. \n\n\n\nFor more information about ‘Together – The Parenting Journey’\, click the button below. \n\n\n\n\nThe ‘Together’ Website
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/together-the-parenting-journey/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260726T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260726T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260122T014055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T014100Z
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SUMMARY:Jesus and Relationships
DESCRIPTION:At the core of God lies a relationship between three persons – Father\, Son\, and Spirit – and being made in His image means that relationships are an important part of being human too. But how can we ensure that we foster the relationships we need to flourish\, and help others to do the same? This is precisely what we will be exploring in this series: Jesus and Relationships.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/jesus-and-relationships/2026-07-26/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Church Service
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260719T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
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SUMMARY:IMAGINE THAT
DESCRIPTION:4 week series from 2 Kings on Elisha \n\n\n\nIn an art class\, you’ll discover everything you need to know about using your imagination to create brilliant pieces of art. Sometimes\, the things you create can help solve a need or show the world something amazing about who God is. In this 4-week series\, kids will hear about some of the amazing things God did through Elisha to help people imagine how their gifts could make a difference. They’ll see how God asks us to help each other\, God can do incredible things\, and how God helps us solve big problems. By the end\, we’ll start to see the wonderful things we can do when we know God gives us more than we can imagine. \n\n\n\nWEEK 1This week\, kids see how Elisha helped a widow get out of debt.BIG IDEA: God asks us to help each other.BIBLE: 2 Kings 4:1–7; Galatians 6:1–10 \n\n\n\nWEEK 2This week\, kids see how Elisha prayed for God to bring the Shunammite’s son back to life.BIG IDEA: God can do impossible things.BIBLE: 2 Kings 4:8–37; Colossians 1:3–14 \n\n\n\nWEEK 3This week\, kids see how Elisha took care of others during a famine.BIG IDEA: God helps us solve big problems.BIBLE: 2 Kings 4:38–44; Psalm 52:8–9 \n\n\n\nWEEK 4This week\, kids see how Naaman received Elisha’s help to be healed of leprosy.BIG IDEA: God gives us more than we can imagine.BIBLE: 2 Kings 5:1–14; Luke 11:1-13
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/imagine-that/2026-07-19/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260702T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260702T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20251124T224502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T224619Z
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SUMMARY:Alpha | Evening
DESCRIPTION:The Alpha course is a series of sessions exploring the Christian Faith. Each talk looks at a different question around faith and is designed to foster conversation. Alpha is run all around the globe\, and everyone is welcome. No two alphas look the same\, but they all have three things in common: a free dinner\, a quality talk\, and plenty of good conversations. \n\n\n\nUnplug. Connect. Try Alpha. \n\n\n\nWhile ‘Alpha | Evening’ is FREE\, it is also a catered event\, so we do ask that you RSVP to the church office. You can email your registration to: office@villagebaptist.org.nz
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/alpha-evening/2026-07-02/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260621T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260122T011559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T011605Z
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SUMMARY:Ten Words
DESCRIPTION:In Genesis\, the bible describes God speaking creation into existence. In Exodus\, the Bible describes another creative act that resulted from God speaking: the establishment of his people at Mt Sinai. It is because of this connection between creation and the Ten Commandments that the earliest traditions didn’t call the Ten Commandments\, the Ten Commandments\, but instead\, the Ten Words.  \n\n\n\nIn this series\, we explore God’s Ten Words and how these ancient words speak to modern times.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/ten-words/2026-06-21/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Church Service
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260621T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260621T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260121T025155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T025158Z
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SUMMARY:WHIRIA KIDS – CHINA
DESCRIPTION:1.4 billion people live in China. That also means many people with illnesses\, isolation and disabilities may be overlooked and find it hard to find friends and community. The kids will hear of these people\, and spend time praying for them. They will also explore the scriptures of a time where Jesus responded to friends desires for healing and forgiveness by lowering their buddy through a roof.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/whiria-kids-china/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260614T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260614T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260121T024931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T024934Z
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SUMMARY:BIG PICTURE
DESCRIPTION:5 week series from the Gospels on Jesus’ teachings \n\n\n\nEvery great movie tells a great story. When we see those stories played out on the big screen\, we can learn a little more about ourselves and the world around us. Jesus knew how powerful stories could be\, and he made them a big part of how he taught his followers. In this 5-week series\, kids will hear some of the stories Jesus shared that can help them see the big picture of a life spent following God. Kids will see that God helps us know what’s true \,the ways we can give back to God\, how God sends us helpers\, that God gives us second chances\, and how we belong in God’s family. \n\n\n\nWEEK 1This week\, kids hear Jesus tell a story about seeds that land on different soils.BIG IDEA: God helps us know what’s true.BIBLE: Matthew 13:1–23; Luke 9:28–36 \n\n\n\nWEEK 2This week\, kids hear Jesus share a story about workers who were entrusted with different amounts of gold.BIG IDEA: We can give back to God.BIBLE: Matthew 25:14–29; Deuteronomy 26:1–11 \n\n\n\nWEEK 3This week\, kids hear Jesus tell a story about a Samaritan who helps a wounded man when no one else did.BIG IDEA: God sends us helpers.BIBLE: Luke 10:25–37; Psalm 27:1–5 \n\n\n\nWEEK 4This week\, kids hear Jesus share a story about giving a fig tree another chance to produce fruit.BIG IDEA: God gives us second chances.BIBLE: Luke 13:6–9; 2 Peter 3:8–9 \n\n\n\nWEEK 5This week\, kids hear Jesus tell a story about a father’s love for his lost son.BIG IDEA: We belong in God’s family.BIBLE: Luke 15:11–32; 2 Corinthians 5:17–19
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/big-picture/2026-06-14/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T153000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T163000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260126T215721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T201342Z
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SUMMARY:Discipleship for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Discipleship for Kids is an after school dicipleship group that’s open to those who are in school years 5 and 6. Working through the book ‘Discipleship for Kids’ by Rebecca Ruybalid Stone\, they’ll explore what it means to walk with Jesus\, to love the Bible\, to pray to God\, to fellowship with others\, and to tell the world about him. \n\n\n\nFor more info\, click the button below to email our Kids Ministry Director\, Rachael Witheford.  \n\n\n\n\nEmail Rachael Witheford
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/discipleship-for-kids/2026-06-11/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Church Event,Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260523T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260122T215715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T215719Z
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SUMMARY:Love Without Limits - Relationship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop is for any couple who wants to transform their relationship. Whether you want to take a good relationship and make it truly great\, or if you are close to the brink and walking on eggshells\, this is for you. Tickets include light refreshments\, Saturday Lunch\, and a $25 Love Without Limits book. Should a couple wish to share a book\, they can purchase a secondary ticket at a lower price of just $15. \n\n\n\nThis workshop runs across two days\, Friday evening (7pm-9pm) and all day Saturday (10am-4pm)\, on the 5th and 6th of September.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/love-without-limits-relationship-workshop/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260521T213000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
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SUMMARY:Filling the Gap | Apologetics
DESCRIPTION:The word “apologetics” is derived from the Greek word “apologia”. It means to give a “defence” or “make a case” as in a court of law. Apologetics is a theoretical discipline that seeks to provide a rational evidence-based justification for the truth claims of the Christian faith. Dr William Lane Craig asserts that “The goal of apologetics is to persuasively defend Christianity against charges of falsehood\, inconsistency\, or credulity”\, This course covers the following key topics: \n\n\n\n1. What is apologetics\, what’s its relevance and importance to faith and witness? \n\n\n\nSt Peter wrote “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect” (1 Peter 3 :15.). To “give an answer” is to “to give a defence”. Apologetics is not about winning heated arguments. Neither is apologetics a replacement for gospel witnessing or evangelism. In fact\, they often work in tandem. \n\n\n\nApologetics can be learnt and used both overtly and responsively. Being able to articulate a simple list of reasons of why Christianity is true\, rational and reasonable when witnessing\, can be powerful. “Apologia” (defence) is used several times in the New Testament including 1 Peter 3:15\, Acts 22:1 and 25:16\, 1 Corinthians 9:3\, Philippians 1:7 and 1:16\, and 2 Timothy 4:16. We observe that Paul takes an “apologetics” approach when defending the gospel truth and himself\, in Athens (Acts 17)\, Acts 22 (his conversion)\, and his faith defence as found in Acts 24 (Felix)\, and Acts 25 (Festus & Agrippa). \n\n\n\n2. What are the good reasons to believe in God’s existence? \n\n\n\nOver two sessions\, we will explore six significant reasons for God’s existence including the Cosmological Argument for the absolute beginning and ongoing expansion of the universe\, the Teleological Argument for the phenomenal fine tuning of all things\, the Axiological Argument from morality including objective truths\, morals and values\, the Ontological Argument (ontology is the study of the nature of existence and being)\, the beauty of mathematics which is the language of God\, and the argument from human consciousness. \n\n\n\n3. What is a worldview and why does it matter? \n\n\n\nEveryone has a worldview\, even if they don’t recognise it! Worldviews shape us; they deeply influence our perspectives\, our attitudes and our responses. Your worldview is your personal all-encompassing view or explanation about life; how you would answer the BIG questions such as: Is there a God? Why is there something rather than nothing? And What is the purpose of life? We will examine the Christian worldview and briefly how it differs from other religion worldviews. \n\n\n\n4. What is the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus and why it matters for absolutely everyone? \n\n\n\nAtheists and other religions challenge the central claim of Christianity that Jesus Christ rose from the dead. The resurrection of Jesus is the most important event in all history\, but many of the current secular culture are either not bothered about it and dismissive of religion in general\, or are sceptical\, or are asking challenging questions; can a dead man really come back to life? what is the evidence\, and can we trust it? We will explore the key facts that underpin the historicity and truth of Jesus resurrection and the confidence that can be obtained from God’s word and non-biblical sources. \n\n\n\n5. Does science conflict with faith and theism? \n\n\n\nNaturalism (atheism) often makes the extravagant broad claim that science has or will provide answers for everything and that therefore\, there is no God. But this cannot be so; for instance\, naturalism cannot answer WHY questions such as: why there is a universe\, and why is there intelligent life on earth? For Christians\, science is not the enemy of faith and theism. In fact\, it was theism that first gave order and the rationale for the sciences and the development of the scientific method. This session will explore where naturalism clashes with theism including the conjecture that is human evolution\, whether alien life exists elsewhere in the universe plus examine the biblical account of creation. Remember. science is a wonderful gift of God\, but it is only one way of knowing reality; it cannot account for logical and mathematical truths\, metaphysical truths (such as there are other minds other than your own)\, or ethical beliefs about statements of value\, or aesthetic judgements. \n\n\n\n6. The challenge of evil\, pain and suffering \n\n\n\nWhilst Christians view that pain and suffering results from human rebellion and sin\, we also hold onto God’s loving compassion and sovereignty\, that Jesus Christ provides hope and meaning\, and that God has and will finally triumph over suffering and evil. In this session\, we will examine St Anselm’s free will defence argument and its subsequent development by contemporary apologists and also briefly review the responses to this challenge as offered by other world religions. We will also briefly examine the book of Job. \n\n\n\nCourse Presenter \n\n\n\nThe course will be presented by Brett Ennis who says “considerable care has been taken to carefully research and present the published material of world-renowned Christian apologists. I’ve studied apologetics and science at university level and read a very large number of books and published articles and watched scores of debates and lectures on the discipline. I’ve drawn significantly from the scholarly published works of Drs William Lane Craig\, John Lennox\, Hugh Ross\, James Tour and Gary Habermas plus C S Lewis and J Warner Wallace. All course contents and reference websites will be made available to course participants including recommendations on a reading list and further on-line courses for those wishing to continue exploring this fascinating and developing discipline.” \n\n\n\nFinally\, if you’re not sure this course is for you then please feel free to seek the confidential opinion of the folks that attended the last course in 2024. I’m happy to put you in touch with past participants that you can approach to independently seek their views. \n\n\n\nPlaces are limited\, so please contact the church office if you wish to attend.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/filling-the-gap-apologetics/2026-05-21/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260510T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260121T024610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T024615Z
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SUMMARY:WHIRIA KIDS – FIJI
DESCRIPTION:Just like the Rainforests of Fiji grew from tiny seeds delivered by wind and birds\, the kids will learn this week about the parable of the Mustard Seed and how it reminds us that the kingdom of heaven is like a tree that grows from a tiny seed. They will learn about Fiji and hear how God is at work there.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/whiria-kids-fiji/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260503T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260503T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260121T024306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T024311Z
UID:10001283-1777802400-1777807800@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:UNSUNG HEROES
DESCRIPTION:4 week series from the Old Testament on Ruth \n\n\n\nSuperheroes aren’t heroic only when they feel like it — they’re brave each and every day. The best heroes can even inspire the people around them to be brave\, faithful\, and hopeful in their own lives\, too. In this 4-week series\, kids will learn more about what it looks like to see God as the hero of our story as they hear the story of Ruth and Naomi. They’ll see how God gives them companions\, opportunities\, boldness\, and hope so they can be heroes\, too! \n\n\n\nWEEK 1This week\, kids learn about how Ruth chose to follow Naomi back to her hometown.BIG IDEA: God gives us companions.BIBLE: Ruth 1; Mark 12:28–34 \n\n\n\nWEEK 2This week\, kids learn about how Ruth met and found favour with Boaz.BIG IDEA: God gives us opportunities.BIBLE: Ruth 2; Mark 12:38–44 \n\n\n\nWEEK 3This week\, kids learn how Ruth boldly asked Boaz for help.BIG IDEA: God gives us boldness.BIBLE: Ruth 3; Hebrews 10:19–25 \n\n\n\nWEEK 4This week\, kids learn how Ruth married Boaz and what was special about their family line.BIG IDEA: God gives us hope.BIBLE: Ruth 4; Revelation 1:4–8
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/unsung-heroes/2026-05-03/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260418T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260418T220000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260123T012957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T013000Z
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SUMMARY:Inspire
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a project around the house you just can’t find the inspiration to complete? Are you struggling to find time to bring your inspiration to life? Then why not join us and connect with others over craft at our next Inspire evening?
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/inspire/2026-04-18/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Connect Group
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260405T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260405T160000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260317T002626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T002805Z
UID:10001453-1775397600-1775404800@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:Easter Eggstra
DESCRIPTION:Make this Easter a little ‘extra’ with Easter Egg-stra! \n\n\n\nEaster Egg-stra is a fun space where parents can chill out while their children entertain themselves on a bouncy slide\, lawn and carnval games\, a playground\, and the Easter trail while enjoying FREE drinks\, popcorn and ice cream. For those parents with pre-schoolers\, we’ll also have a dedicated space for your little one. \n\n\n\nAll ages are welcome\, and everything is FREE to enjoy. \n\n\n\nPlease note: this is not a drop-off event – parents/caregivers must remain with their children.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/easter-eggstra/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260405T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260405T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260330T222838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T015905Z
UID:10001477-1775383200-1775388600@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:Easter Sunday
DESCRIPTION:He is Risen! He is Risen indeed! \n\n\n\nCome and celebrate the transformational resurrection of Jesus\, as we explore the reasons for belief through a conversation between Ps. Cam and Annedien Looyenga. \n\n\n\n\nClick Here for our Good Friday Service
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/easter-sunday-2/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Church Service
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260405T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260405T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260121T023827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T023910Z
UID:10001279-1775383200-1775388600@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:EASTER SUNDAY
DESCRIPTION:This week\, the kids will explore the story of Jesus dying on the cross\, then his amazing comeback three days later. All aspects of the story will be discussed\, including how prophecies in the Old Testament pointed to Jesus and how they were fulfilled. The story will be shared in an engaging manner\, inviting the kids to wonder deeper into the Easter story and think about it in a fresh way.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/easter-sunday/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260403T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260406T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260122T211110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T211113Z
UID:10001403-1775217600-1775476800@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:E-Camp
DESCRIPTION:An action-packed camp held over Easter Weekend at the stunning grounds at Finlay Park on Lake Karapiro. Open to all youth year 7-9 at school. \n\n\n\nWith a mix of thrilling adventure activities\, great food\, epic games\, inspiring worship & speakers\, eCamp is designed to introduce young people to Jesus and invite them deeper into their faith. \n\n\n\nWe’re preparing for a weekend full of fun\, excitement\, and life-changing moments.Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/e-camp/
LOCATION:Finlay Park Adventure Camp\, 2/117 Finlay Road\, Maungatautari\, 3494\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Camp,Youth Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260403T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260403T100000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260330T222530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T223030Z
UID:10001476-1775206800-1775210400@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Easter weekend can be overwhelming\, and in the midst of all the plans\, eggs\, and hot cross buns\, the meaning can get lost. \n\n\n\nSo\, join us for a Good Friday service\, and keep the meaning of the weekend front and centre as you enter into it. \n\n\n\n———- \n\n\n\nPlease note: There is no Children’s Ministry program for our Good Friday Service. \n\n\n\n\nClick here for our Easter Sunday Service
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/good-friday/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Church Service
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260402T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260406T133000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260122T205854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T003926Z
UID:10001402-1775149200-1775482200@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:Easter Camp
DESCRIPTION:Central Easter Camp is a place where young people from across the Central region gather to encounter God\, build meaningful friendships\, and grow in their faith. Whether you’re a youth pastor\, leader\, volunteer\, or teenager looking for a life-changing Easter weekend\, this camp is for you. \n\n\n\n​Central Easter Camp exists to serve youth ministries in the Lower North Island through telling the Easter story and providing spaces to evangelize\, disciple and build Jesus-centered communities. 
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/easter-camp/
LOCATION:El Rancho\, 58 Weggery Drive\, Waikanae Beach\, 5036
CATEGORIES:Camp,Youth Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260401T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260401T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260122T024152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T205110Z
UID:10001340-1775035800-1775043000@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:The Craft Room - Term One
DESCRIPTION:The Craft Room is a connect group that meets in the church cafe. It’s open to all and provides a space where you can meet others while connecting over craft\, a morning tea\, and a simple devotional.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/the-craft-room-term-1/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Connect Group
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260331T083000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260331T090000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260122T204734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T204900Z
UID:10001401-1774945800-1774947600@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:10up Tuesday - Term One
DESCRIPTION:Our Year 10-13 students gather on Tuesday nights to hang out\, grow together\, and explore the world of God. Each week\, we hang out\, play some games\, and study a particular passage\, finishing the night off in prayer.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/10up-tuesday/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Youth Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260329T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260122T211834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T211922Z
UID:10001412-1774778400-1774783800@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:7UP Sunday - Term One
DESCRIPTION:7up Sunday is a space for our young people to grow in their faith\, be curious and ask questions\, and make lasting friendships. We use a curriculum that gives a Christian perspective on current issues they face\, such as: What does God have to say about friendships? Family life? Money? And School?
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/7up-sunday/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Youth Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260329T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260329T113000
DTSTAMP:20260426T030452
CREATED:20260121T023037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T023139Z
UID:10001278-1774778400-1774783800@www.villagebaptist.org.nz
SUMMARY:PALM SUNDAY
DESCRIPTION:This week\, the kids will begin by hearing of how Jesus entered Jerusalem to praise\, then explore other events leading up to the death of Jesus. These include tipping some tables over in the temple\, washing the disciples feet\, the Last Supper and praying in the Garden of Gethsemane. Through scripture\, practical activities and discussion\, the kids will learn the importance of the Holy Week\, how it reflects who Jesus is and prepare their hearts for Easter.
URL:https://www.villagebaptist.org.nz/event/palm-sunday/
LOCATION:Village Baptist Church\, 147 Te Aute Road\, Havelock North\, Hawke's Bay\, 4130\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Kids Program
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