Patricia Allan analyses the years of debate about the future of the earthquake damaged Christchurch Cathedral in terms of Social Drama Rebuild or pull it down- why was the future of Christchurch Cathedral such a controversial issue? Was it a contest of power between ‘the old boys’ network’ of Christchurch and the Anglican Church? Was it because the Bishop was a Canadian woman? Were misogyny and xenophobia the underlying themes? Was it about the identity of Christchurch being closely tied to the Cathedral as ‘icon of the city’? Was this a contest of power- economic, political, cultural and ecclesiastical power? Patricia Allen believes it was a contest of … [Read more...]
Loving Leaders
The strongest call from this hui for me was the message we as kin are called to be peacemakers, co- creators with God and that loving leaders are a very powerful thing. A reflection on 2019 Hui by Jenny Campbell He iti he pounamuIt may be small but it is very precious Renewing friendships and forming new relationships was a highlight for me as women shared from their strengths and vulnerabilities. The fun activities at the beginning to build connections did just that and set the scene for much laughter, thought provoking and stimulating talks by leaders and varied worship opportunities. Jenny Campbell The chance to reflect on our own ministry and leadership style was a … [Read more...]
Inspiring Leadership
Tikanga Pakeha Hui 2019 - Empowering Leadership. - Reflections by Rev Kaye Dyer Nelson We gathered at the St Francis Friary in Hillsborough, Auckland over 10-12 November 2019 What a magnificent setting and we were so well looked after. Kaye Dyer with Victoria Askin In our sessions we were treated to the combined wisdom and experience of three leaders who have navigated the power structures as women. Rev Dr Sue Burns, Vicar of St Stephen's, Tamahere spoke on the topic of Pondering Power in Life, Ministry and Leadership. Heather McRae, principal of Auckland Diocesan School for Girls and the Rt Rev Dr Ellie Sanderson, assistant bishop of Wellington, led a session each … [Read more...]
Empowering Leadership Hui Tikanga Pakeha
Twenty four Pakeha women from around New Zealand gathered for two days to learn from some outstanding women leaders, and from each other in Hillsborough, Auckland, November 2020 Nyasha Gumbeze Heather McRae Bishop Ellie Bishop Ellie Sanderson, assistant Bishop of Wellington attended for the whole time and provided an inspiring story, laced with deep spirituality and real life experience. Ms Heather McCrae, principal of Diocesan School for Girls spoke of following her own instincts in pursuing both leadership and vision. Her years working and innovating in schools in New Zealand and overseas provided her with a strong foundation for leading a large girls’ school in the 21st … [Read more...]
Sisterhood of Love
It was an experience of camaraderie and ‘Sisterhood’, when the AWSC Pasefika Tikanga met in the Kingdom of Tonga from Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th November 2019. Revd Sonja Hunter writes... There were seventeen (17) representatives from the Island Nations of Fiji, New Zealand, Samoa and the Kingdom of Tonga. The flexible, yet dynamic programme focused on lively conversations on women clergy development issues, and the promotion of the AWSC Book Project of ‘Telling our Stories: 40 Years of Women’s Ordination’. The separate Hui of the three Tikanga in 2019 was a decision by the AWSC Council ‘to strengthen the Tikanga base as we move ahead together in the strength of our own … [Read more...]
It Takes a Woman to make a Journey
Anglican Women’s Studies Centre Hui, Nuku’alofa, Tonga, November 2020 – a reflection by Bolivia Smith Nesi Val Bolivia in Tonga “Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it.” Matthew 7: 13-14 Jesus never said anything will come easy to us in this life, but He did say it will be worth it. Sitting back and thinking about my journey as a young woman in the Church as well as a daughter of God, I am very humbled and blessed to have been a part of the Anglican Women Studies Center in Tonga. Leading up to my departure … [Read more...]
Light Beyond the Horizon
Tikanga Maori Anglican Women Hui 2019 report by Deb Cole, photos by Deb Cole and Numia Tomoana On Friday 29th November, 22 wāhine representing Tai Tokerau, Te Manawa o Te Wheke, Te Tairawhiti, and Te Waipounamu arrived at Waipatu Marae,Hastings, Hawkes Bay for the pōwhiri to open the first Tikanga Māori Women’s Studies Centre hui. This roopu of wāhine included four rangatahi kōhine who had come to be immersed in the world of their kuia o te Haahi, and haukainga, very exciting. What a beautiful setting, what an auspicious moment and what faithful and wonderful wāhine to be in the company of, especially our first Pīhopa wahine, ko Waitohiariki Quayle. Also, to have Aunty Aggie … [Read more...]
Long Awaited and Richly Deserved – our first Maori Woman Bishop
Waitohiariki Quayle 12 September 2019 Te Motuhanga me te Whakanohoanga o Waitohiariki Quayle , hei Pihopa Tuarua o Te Ūpoko o te Ika/ Ordination and Installation of Waitohiariki Quayle as the Second Bishop of Te Ūpoko o te Ika. This wonderful event took place in Thursday 12 September 2019, at Rathkeale College , Masterton. Canon Dr Jenny te Paa– Daniel gave the Sermon Loving God, sanctifier, redeemer and giver of all life, may my words, thoughts and deeds be always acceptable unto you. Amen. E oku tino rangatira nga pou o te Hahi, nga kaiarahi, kaitonot-ono, rangatahi, kaiwawao me te katoa o te whanau whanui o te Hahi, nga mihi, nga mihi, nga mihi tino aroha pau te … [Read more...]
Ellen goes to New York : UNCSW 2018
'We all know about the United Nations, but until 2017 I had never heard of the UN Commission on the Status of Women. This year’s priority theme was Rural Women and Girls, and I have slapped a few sets of cups on cow udders in my day; I’ve kept bees and grown vegetables. I’m a rural woman, and a dab hand at hand milking. Obviously, this was going to be important, and I fully intended to bring my influence to bear on international affairs.' Ellen Bernstein attended the 62nd Session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW62) in March 2017. 'CSW sure does tackle the hard stuff: rape, sexual violence as a psychological weapon of war, early and forced marriage, … [Read more...]
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