New ZealandWhy NZ has fewer Christians than AustraliaKiwis have different history to Australia's "convict background", says expert.21 Jun 03:03 AM
New ZealandLosing our religion: Why fewer New Zealanders are attending church55 per cent of NZers don't identify with "main religion", according to in-depth research.20 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuChester Borrows: Learn your history, no matter how unpalatable it might beThe Land Wars had a greater impact on NZ than any of the campaigns we commemorate31 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandThe Big Read: Gloriavale wants to be left aloneGloriavale: "If you were sorry for our loss, you wouldn't pester us like you do."16 May 07:12 AM
CrimeLetters: Rugby player no expert on teachings of GodReaders have their say on synthetic drugs and Israel Folau.22 Apr 04:51 PM
OpinionBruce Logan: Minus christianity, freedom doesn't have a prayerCOMMENT:Unless Parliament acknowledges a higher authority, nothing constrains state power.26 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldChristians close church over Jerusalem tax planLeaders of the major Christian sects in Jerusalem closed the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.26 Feb 04:00 PM
OpinionBarry SoperComment: Heaven help us on Parliamentary prayerCOMMENT: The new version's much more realistic even though that's highly debatable.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy Rātana is in the spotlight after 100 yearsRātana "was more famous than Brad Pitt".23 Jan 07:11 PM
WorldAmerica's new embassy: An iron fist in a green gloveThe new US embassy in London -- iron fist in a green glove27 Dec 02:00 AM
OpinionPaul Moon: Monk's rebellion helped bring power to peopleCOMMENT: No other revolution in history has changed people's identity as Reformation did.30 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHamilton family on a mission to Papua New GuineaThe Watsons are ditching home comforts to help people in remote parts of Papa New Guinea.17 Jul 05:38 AM
New ZealandEaster message from Church leadersEaster is the remembrance and celebration of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.14 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandChurches on alert of 'dangerous cult'Churches in New Zealand are being warned of a group linked to South Korea.04 Apr 07:07 PM
New ZealandShincheonji members helped believer 'escape' familyNick Lee says his friend was a Shincheonji believer on a mission to convert him.04 Apr 05:00 PM
OpinionRachel SmalleyOh my God, give us knowledgeComment: It's a subject dear to the hearts of 84 per cent of the world's population. But here in New Zealand, religion is almost taboo, Rachel Smalley writes.14 Feb 05:20 PM
OpinionThe Christmas storyChurch leaders remind us that the message of Christmas goes beyond just words.23 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionRachel Stewart: Why I really hate XmasCOMMENT: We're entering that time of year when I remind people to be kind to atheists. Remember, Christmas capitalism has room for all of us.20 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhy do we kiss under the mistletoe?Why does Santa wear red and why do we kiss under mistletoe? The mysteries of Christmas unwrapped.17 Dec 08:45 PM
New ZealandShock after Buddhas refused by SalliesThe Salvation Army would not sell Buddha statues - or icons of other religions - in its charity shops.14 Dec 08:20 PM
LifestyleThe hipster nativity set taking over the internetIs your nativity set feeling a bit outdated? This could be just what you need this Christmas.05 Dec 03:30 AM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: A prayer session where 'anything goes'Joyful Ministries in Hamilton is giving people with intellectual disabilities a chance to connect with faith in their own way. Made with funding by New Zealand on Air.19 Oct 01:31 AM
New ZealandExorcisms on the rise in New ZealandExorcisms and spiritual deliverance are on the rise in New Zealand, even among those who aren't Christian, some deliverance ministers say.30 Sep 02:33 AM
WorldIsis calls for attacks on ChristiansIsis has ordered its supporters in the West to carry out more attacks on Christians, in the latest issue of its monthly online magazine, Dabiq.02 Aug 08:42 PM
New ZealandBible used to justify alleged abuseA Whanganui man used Old Testament bible verses to say his alleged sexual abuse against a teenager was consensual, a court has heard.21 Jul 04:49 AM
New ZealandToxic smell worrying ChristchurchChristchurch residents are being urged to call the Fire Service or Environment Canterbury if they smell gas.08 Jun 08:58 PM
WorldNow lets all pray, on Skype?Under radical plans being considered by the Church of Scotland, the rites could be administered online via services such as Skype.19 May 10:00 PM
TaxGloriavale leaders defend tax statusLeaders of the Gloriavale Christian Community have opened up to the public after revelations the group has more than $40 million in assets.29 Feb 03:52 AM
BusinessGloriavale assets grow to more than $40mThe 400 to 500-strong community has a tax-exempt charity operating as the Christian Church Community Trust.04 Feb 01:58 AM
New ZealandLet your Christmas light shine on othersChurch bestows message of hope, peace, joy and love.18 Dec 04:00 PM
OpinionZain Ali: Let's show goodwill towards Islam at ChristmasCan there be goodwill toward Islam? I believe there can be goodwill, but this will require us to look beyond the likes of Isis and al-Qaeda, writes Zain Ali.08 Dec 08:46 PM
New ZealandZoroastrians try to beat extinctionOne of the world's oldest religions is facing extinction, and will be fighting for its survival in Auckland later this year. Plus, how religious is your suburb? Use our interactive.14 May 05:00 PM
SportCricket: Du Plessis can't wait for actionToday can't come and go quickly enough for Faf du Plessis.10 Feb 04:00 PM
WorldIs this the site of Jesus' trial?The exact spot upon which Jesus stood as he was sentenced to death, may have been pinpointed by archaeologists in Jerusalem.05 Jan 06:37 PM
