Spiritual Practices
Chaplaincy shortage prompts new lecturer role
A nationwide shortage of chaplains has prompted Otago University to appoint its first ever lecturer in chaplaincy. The Very Reverend Dr Graham Redding has taken on that role and he talks to Jesse the… Audio
Joshua Rivera: Growing up and awaiting the rapture
It is said by many evangelical Christians that true believers will be transported to heaven at the second coming of Christ, known as the rapture. Journalist and writer Joshua Rivera grew up in an… Audio
'Holding onto hope': Ramadan helps mosque shooting survivor heal
The holy month of Ramadan is coming to a close for millions of Muslims worldwide and is especially significant for those most directly affected by the Christchurch mosque terror attacks.
Ex-Exclusive Brethren member shares story of ousting
A woman who was excommunicated by the Exclusive Brethren Church when she was 20 likens it to becoming a refugee in her own country.
Lindy Jacomb, who grew up in South Auckland, was cut off by her… Audio
Ex-Exclusive Brethren accuse church of tearing families apart
Former members of the Exclusive Brethren allege the secretive sect is breaking up families, putting members in isolation and attacking their livelihoods in order to maintain control.
Last week RNZ… Audio
Excommunication from Exclusive Brethren like being refugee
A woman who was excommunicated by the Exclusive Brethren Church when she was 20 likens it to becoming a refugee in her own country. Lindy Jacomb, who grew up in South Auckland, was cut off by her… Audio
40 yo relics excavated from Christchurch's Catholic Cathedral
Demolition workers at Christchurch's Catholic Cathedral have excavated coffee jars full of holy bones and relics that were buried underneath the building for more than 40 years. Catholic Diocese of… Audio
Vanuatu tribes hold ceremony to remember Prince Philip
For decades, two villages on Tanna Island have reportedly revered the Duke of Edinburgh as a god-like spiritual figure.
An Easter Day Church Service from Auckland's Anglican Holy Trinity Cathedral
From Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland, with the Revd Ivica Gregurec presiding, and the Very Revd Anne Mills preaching. Audio
Celebrating Easter in managed isolation
It's the Easter break this weekend, meaning many people will be relaxing with their whānau eating a lot of chocolate and hot cross buns.
But for some they'll be stuck inside in managed isolation… Video, Audio
Royal Commission of Inquiry: Eighty-one complaints of historical abuse at Society of Mary
The Catholic order, the Society of Mary, says it prefers not to be part of the church's complaint process and would rather go it alone.
Its leader in this country says dealing directly with abuse… Audio
Theologian blames Catholic hierarchy for abuse
A theologian has pointed the blame for abuse by Catholic priests directly at the hierarchy and structure of the Church.
Dr Tom Doyle, who is a priest, cannon lawyer and addictions therapist, has… Audio
The transgender Islamic school in Pakistan breaking barriers
A long white shawl on her head, Rani Khan gives daily Koran lessons at Pakistan's first transgender-only Islamic religious school, which she set up herself using her life savings.
Muslim community to pray in private on anniversary of attacks
Christchurch's Muslim community will today hold private prayers to remember the 51 people killed in the terror attacks on the Masjid Al-Noor and Linwood mosques two years ago today. Audio
Son's death spurs book idea to help children with loss
A woman whose son was killed in the Christchurch mosque attacks has written a children's book to help them deal with loss and trauma.
Mosque attacks anniversary to be marked tomorrow
The second anniversary of the Christchurch terror attacks is being marked tomorrow with a special remembrance service.
The 'Ko Tatou Tatou We Are One' event at the Christchurch Arena, is being… Audio
Chch terror attack: Andrew Little on witness support
The minister leading the government's response to the Christchurch mosque attacks says it doesn't have the power to tell ACC to help those who witnessed the shootings.
The Government has promised… Audio
Chch terror attack: Witness wants more support
Nearly two years on from the Christchurch mosque attacks witnesses to the massacre say they feel forgotten.
The government has just revealed its next steps in responding to the Royal Commission into… Audio
Conspirituality: Alt-health meets alt-right, wellness meets QAnon
The yoga and "wellness" world has had several high-profile members fall under the influence of QAnon and Covid denial. This intersection between right-wing conspiracy theories and left-wing wellness… Audio
Getting Covid-19 vaccine is loving our neighbour - Christchurch Anglican Bishop
The Anglican Bishop of Christchurch says he will be getting the Covid-19 jab when it is offered because protecting your community is the Christian thing to do.
The comments are in stark contrast to… Video, Audio
