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line-height: 107%;\"\u003ePeace is Her Song:\u003cem\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe life and legacy of hymn writer Shirley Erena Murray\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eBy Anne Manchester\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 156, 29);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[20+ in stock 8 Ma7 2026]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"color: rgb(202, 28, 28);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers outside New Zealand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlease order your print books through your local Amazon store to avoid the high cost of postage from New Zealand:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; 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This compelling biography, written by journalist Anne Manchester, traces Murray’s journey from young poet to one of the most influential hymn poets of our time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMurray’s hymns address contemporary issues such as social justice, human rights, peace, and ecological care, providing a fresh and inclusive voice for worship. Her deep connection to Aotearoa New Zealand is evident in her work, integrating Māori culture and perspectives into her texts. Her influence spans denominations and countries, with her hymns included in over 140 hymn collections worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book offers an in-depth exploration of Murray’s creative process, her collaborations with composers, and her impact on modern theology. Through personal anecdotes, reflections from friends and colleagues, and insights into her hymn writing, readers gain an intimate understanding of the woman behind the words.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is both a tribute to Shirley Murray’s remarkable legacy and an invitation to explore the power of hymns in shaping faith and action in today’s world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eClick here for an \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Click for audio summary\" href=\"https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/bddb5kae\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAudio Summary of \u003ci\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 5px 5px 5px 5px; float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Anne-Manchester-300w.jpg?v=1720867662\" width=\"187\" height=\"247\"\u003eAnne Manchester is a journalist and former editor of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eKai Tiaki Nursing New Zealand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. She has authored two children’s books and a memoir, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eMemory Stick\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Passionate about storytelling and theatre, she directed a photographic tribute to Katherine Mansfield’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt the Bay\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in 2023. She lives in Eastbourne, Wellington, with her husband and family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart I – Early Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 – In the Beginning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 – Growing Up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 – Meeting John Murray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 – First Years Together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart II – Finding Her Voice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 – Tumult of the ’60s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 – Parish Demands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 – A Centre for Radical Action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 – Claiming Space for Hymn Writing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart III – Publishing in New Zealand and Abroad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 – Birthing New Zealand Hymns (1979–1993)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 – Restless for More (1994–2014)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11 – Embraced in America\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 – The Art of Hymn Writing I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13 – The Art of Hymn Writing II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14 – Introducing New Hymns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart IV – Beyond Parish Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 – From Mother to Grandshe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 – A Home of Their Own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17 – Too Many Goodbyes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 – Living Without John\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart V – Working with Shirley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19 – An Instinctive Poet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 – Liberated from Patriarchy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e21 – Weighting the Love Side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22 – Affirming Our Faith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23 – Meeting of Minds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 – A Prophetic Voice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 – Something Beautiful for God\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26 – In Tune with Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart VI – Shirley’s Legacy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e27 – Mixed Responses in New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 – The Human Cost of War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e29 – Hymns of Special Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Word\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppendices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSing for Life and All its Goodness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A Farewell Song for John\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 – Eulogy by Colin Gibson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 – Video Renditions of Shirley’s Hymns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 – Himene mō te Rā o Anzac\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 – Timeline of Shirley’s Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcknowledgements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBibliography, Sources, Abbreviations, and Illustrations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndex of Names and Subjects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndex of Hymn Names and First Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• • •\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(35, 135, 47);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee Anne speaking at the launch of \u003cem\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Video of Anne speaking at the launch of Peace is Her Song\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/bseoF2fiFoU?t=894\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Anne-Manchester-speaking-at-Peace-is-Her-Song-Book-Launch_600x600.jpg?v=1731894961\" alt=\"See Anne speaking at the launch of Peace is Her Song\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eClick this link to see a video of Anne Manchester speaking at the launch of her book Peace is Her Song: The life and legacy of hymn writer Shirley Erena Murray \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"See Anne speaking at the launch of Peace is Her Song\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/bseoF2fiFoU?t=894\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/bseoF2fiFoU?t=894\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOther speakers at the launch, on 7 September 2024 at St Andrew's on the Terrace in Wellington, included Shirley's son Alastair, The Very Rev Pamela Tankersley who officially launched the book, Rev Dr Fei Taule’ale’ausumai and publisher Philip Garside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• • •\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Shirley-2009-700w.jpg?v=1720867472\" width=\"549\" height=\"395\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eShirley 2009\u003c\/em\u003e (Photo: Alastair Murray)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eClick here for all the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" title=\"Independent reviews and endorsements for Peace is Her Song\" href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/pages\/praise-for-peace-is-her-song\"\u003eindependent reviews and endorsements\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ewe have received for \u003cem\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\"…\u003cspan\u003eAnne Manchester has done a fine job in documenting a committed life and in representing the wonderfully warm and generous person that was Shirley Murray.\" – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdrian Skelton \u003c\/em\u003ein NZ Methodist paper \u003cem\u003eTouchstone Aug 2024.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRead the full review here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hail.to\/methodist-church-of-new-zealand\/publication\/8C0NLiu\/article\/WJP6IN4\"\u003ehttps:\/\/hail.to\/methodist-church-of-new-zealand\/publication\/8C0NLiu\/article\/WJP6IN4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e“This biography is grounded in Aotearoa\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNew Zealand, anchoring Shirley’s hymns in the life and the faith that inspired them. It will ensure the woman who wrote them is remembered as she deserves to be. Shirley's work continues to have a huge impact on the way Christianity is experienced in Aotearoa. She gave us something to sing that captures what shalom is about within the contours of our landscape and our churches.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e– John Bluck, retired Anglican bishop and writer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e“Shirley’s works display the concern she has for people, for peace, and for the planet. It is God’s truth that compels her writing, and we are pleased to be part of her wider ministry.”\u003cem\u003e \u003cbr\u003e– Scott Shorney, Vice President, Hope Publishing Company, United States\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\"Anne Manchester presents many rich sources of material on Shirley’s life and legacy. Shirley’s own recollections, together with those of her colleagues and friends, paint a fascinating picture of her emergence as a leading poet of the church in Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eThis book is a fine tribute to a woman who has given us the words and images we need today to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e– Hymn writer Marnie Barrell, MNZM, board member of the New Zealand Hymnbook Trust \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eFront cover image\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eWhite Poppy by Martin Ophuc, Pixabay\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eShirley and her husband John had a lifelong commitment to the White Poppies for Peace movement. This dates back to 1933 and remembers all the casualties of war, promotes peace and commits to finding non-violent solutions to conflict.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Philip Garside Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49854226727219,"sku":"PIHS-P","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Peace-Is-Her-Song-3D-Single-6x9-72dpi-700sq.jpg?v=1739420663"},{"product_id":"peace-is-her-song-ebooks","title":"Peace is Her Song - eBooks.","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeace is Her Song:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe life and legacy of hymn writer Shirley Erena Murray\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eBy \u003cstrong\u003eAnne Manchester\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn intimate and inspiring biography of hymn writer Shirley Erena Murray, whose powerful, justice-focused hymns have shaped contemporary worship worldwide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/products\/peace-is-her-song-print\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eClick for Print books\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(45, 150, 65);\"\u003eInternational customers:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 107%; 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This compelling biography, written by journalist Anne Manchester, traces Murray’s journey from young poet to one of the most influential hymn poets of our time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMurray’s hymns address contemporary issues such as social justice, human rights, peace, and ecological care, providing a fresh and inclusive voice for worship. Her deep connection to Aotearoa New Zealand is evident in her work, integrating Māori culture and perspectives into her texts. Her influence spans denominations and countries, with her hymns included in over 140 hymn collections worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis book offers an in-depth exploration of Murray’s creative process, her collaborations with composers, and her impact on modern theology. Through personal anecdotes, reflections from friends and colleagues, and insights into her hymn writing, readers gain an intimate understanding of the woman behind the words.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is both a tribute to Shirley Murray’s remarkable legacy and an invitation to explore the power of hymns in shaping faith and action in today’s world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClick here for an \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Click for audio summary\" href=\"https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/bddb5kae\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAudio Summary of \u003ci\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 5px 5px 5px 5px; float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Anne-Manchester-300w.jpg?v=1720867662\" width=\"187\" height=\"247\"\u003eAnne Manchester is a journalist and former editor of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eKai Tiaki Nursing New Zealand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. She has authored two children’s books and a memoir, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eMemory Stick\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Passionate about storytelling and theatre, she directed a photographic tribute to Katherine Mansfield’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt the Bay\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in 2023. She lives in Eastbourne, Wellington, with her husband and family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart I – Early Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 – In the Beginning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 – Growing Up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 – Meeting John Murray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 – First Years Together\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart II – Finding Her Voice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 – Tumult of the ’60s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 – Parish Demands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7 – A Centre for Radical Action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 – Claiming Space for Hymn Writing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart III – Publishing in New Zealand and Abroad\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e9 – Birthing New Zealand Hymns (1979–1993)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 – Restless for More (1994–2014)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e11 – Embraced in America\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12 – The Art of Hymn Writing I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e13 – The Art of Hymn Writing II\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14 – Introducing New Hymns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart IV – Beyond Parish Life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e15 – From Mother to Grandshe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 – A Home of Their Own\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e17 – Too Many Goodbyes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18 – Living Without John\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart V – Working with Shirley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e19 – An Instinctive Poet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 – Liberated from Patriarchy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e21 – Weighting the Love Side\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22 – Affirming Our Faith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23 – Meeting of Minds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24 – A Prophetic Voice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25 – Something Beautiful for God\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e26 – In Tune with Asia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart VI – Shirley’s Legacy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e27 – Mixed Responses in New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 – The Human Cost of War\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e29 – Hymns of Special Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Word\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppendices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSing for Life and All its Goodness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – A Farewell Song for John\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 – Eulogy by Colin Gibson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3 – Video Renditions of Shirley’s Hymns\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 – Himene mō te Rā o Anzac\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 – Timeline of Shirley’s Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcknowledgements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBibliography, Sources, Abbreviations, and Illustrations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndex of Names and Subjects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndex of Hymn Names and First Lines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• • •\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(35, 135, 47);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee Anne speaking at the launch of \u003cem\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Video of Anne speaking at the launch of Peace is Her Song\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/bseoF2fiFoU?t=894\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Anne-Manchester-speaking-at-Peace-is-Her-Song-Book-Launch_600x600.jpg?v=1731894961\" alt=\"See Anne speaking at the launch of Peace is Her Song\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eClick this link to see a video of Anne Manchester speaking at the launch of her book Peace is Her Song: The life and legacy of hymn writer Shirley Erena Murray \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"See Anne speaking at the launch of Peace is Her Song\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/bseoF2fiFoU?t=894\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/bseoF2fiFoU?t=894\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOther speakers at the launch, on 7 September 2024 at St Andrew's on the Terrace in Wellington, included Shirley's son Alastair, The Very Rev Pamela Tankersley who officially launched the book, Rev Dr Fei Taule’ale’ausumai and publisher Philip Garside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• • •\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Shirley-2009-700w.jpg?v=1720867472\" width=\"549\" height=\"395\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eShirley 2009\u003c\/em\u003e (Photo: Alastair Murray)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eClick here for all the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" title=\"Independent reviews and endorsements for Peace is Her Song\" href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/pages\/praise-for-peace-is-her-song\"\u003eindependent reviews and endorsements\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ewe have received for \u003cem\u003ePeace is Her Song\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\"…\u003cspan\u003eAnne Manchester has done a fine job in documenting a committed life and in representing the wonderfully warm and generous person that was Shirley Murray.\" – \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eAdrian Skelton \u003c\/em\u003ein NZ Methodist paper \u003cem\u003eTouchstone Aug 2024.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eRead the full review here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hail.to\/methodist-church-of-new-zealand\/publication\/8C0NLiu\/article\/WJP6IN4\"\u003ehttps:\/\/hail.to\/methodist-church-of-new-zealand\/publication\/8C0NLiu\/article\/WJP6IN4\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e“This biography is grounded in Aotearoa\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eNew Zealand, anchoring Shirley’s hymns in the life and the faith that inspired them. It will ensure the woman who wrote them is remembered as she deserves to be. Shirley's work continues to have a huge impact on the way Christianity is experienced in Aotearoa. She gave us something to sing that captures what shalom is about within the contours of our landscape and our churches.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e– John Bluck, retired Anglican bishop and writer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e“Shirley’s works display the concern she has for people, for peace, and for the planet. It is God’s truth that compels her writing, and we are pleased to be part of her wider ministry.”\u003cem\u003e \u003cbr\u003e– Scott Shorney, Vice President, Hope Publishing Company, United States\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003e\"Anne Manchester presents many rich sources of material on Shirley’s life and legacy. Shirley’s own recollections, together with those of her colleagues and friends, paint a fascinating picture of her emergence as a leading poet of the church in Aotearoa New Zealand and the world. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eThis book is a fine tribute to a woman who has given us the words and images we need today to act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e– Hymn writer Marnie Barrell, MNZM, board member of the New Zealand Hymnbook Trust \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eFront cover image\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eWhite Poppy by Martin Ophuc, Pixabay\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%;\"\u003eShirley and her husband John had a lifelong commitment to the White Poppies for Peace movement. 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mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eSoft cover 232pp A5\u003cbr\u003eISBN 9781991027535\u003cbr\u003eColour photos throughout\u003cbr\u003eSpiral bound for ease of use\u003cbr\u003eCompact: Fits in your glove box, backpack or hand bag\u003cbr\u003ePhilip Garside Publishing Ltd (2024)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eClick to order the \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/products\/pilgrimage-aotearoa-haerenga-tapu-aotearoa-ebooks\" title=\"Order PDF eBook edition of Pilgrimage Aotearoa\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePDF eBook edition\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStep into a pilgrimage of place, story, and soul in \u003cem\u003ePilgrimage Aotearoa \/ Haerenga Tapu Aotearoa.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis first-of-its-kind nationwide guide invites readers to engage the land and its tales as a living map of spiritual discovery. Far more than a travel manual, it is a companion for inner journeying – where roads, rivers, monuments, and marae hold threads of the sacred, waiting to speak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn region-by-region chapters spanning the length and breadth of Aotearoa, the authors offer 100 carefully selected sites – some well-known, others quietly waiting in plain sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach entry is a doorway into multiple layers: the lives of Māori and Pākehā, the intersections of mission, colonisation, and resistance, and the ongoing work of reconciliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFigures such as Ruatara and Henry Williams emerge not as distant saints, but as characters in the unfolding national narrative. Places like Parihaka become living mirrors for justice, peace, and restorative imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBeyond history, the book is designed for transformation. At every stop you’ll find reflection questions, prompts for prayer or contemplation, and guidance to help you weave personal meaning into the sites you visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe final entry – “Your Place!” – turns the lens inward, offering a structured approach to create meaningful pilgrimages in your own region or neighbourhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhether you are a curious traveller, a student of history, a seeker of spiritual depth, or someone longing for rooted belonging in Aotearoa, this guide meets you where you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt emboldens you to walk with awareness, converse with place, and carry forward the healing stories embedded in land and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003ePilgrimage Aoteaoroa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee full reviews texts here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/pages\/praise-for-pilgrimage-aotearoa\" title=\"Reviews for Pilgrimage Aotearoa\"\u003ehttps:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/pages\/praise-for-pilgrimage-aotearoa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eReview in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTui Motu InterIslands\u003c\/em\u003e March 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eby \u003cstrong\u003eThomas and William Hassan Walker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"\u003cem\u003ePilgrimage Aotearoa\u003c\/em\u003e is about visiting places in New Zealand and looking at them in a new way. For each place, the authors include a story, directions and a reflection. The places in the book are not necessarily “holy” places — some are churches but there are also memorials, monuments and places in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo try the book out, over the school holidays we walked into Dunedin city and visited three of the places: the Thomas Bracken Memorial, First Church (Presbyterian) and St Paul’s Cathedral (Anglican). We found the “story” sections really helpful — we’ve lived in Dunedin all our lives but we never knew the national anthem was written in Dunedin or that St Paul’s was built because one priest and the community campaigned for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWe used to think going on a pilgrimage meant travelling a long way to holy places. Now we know  that you can go on a pilgrimage in your hometown — you just have to think about the place you’re going to and why you’re going. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis book would appeal to people who love to walk, who are curious about Aotearoa, and who might not be keen or able to go on an overseas pilgrimage but still want the experience.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eReview in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTouchstone \u003c\/em\u003eFebruary 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy Rev Tony Franklin-Ross\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e“Many of us have appreciated the concept of pilgrimages, and may even have undertaken pilgrimages ourselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWe might associate pilgrimages with overseas locations, often being a multi-day physical walk covering long distances – such as the famous Camino in Spain or St Cuthbert’s Way in England. Or even a day walking a ‘pilgrimage’ in central London in the footsteps of John Wesley, comprehending something of the context of his life and ministry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMight we miss the opportunities for pilgrimage within our own Aotearoa, unexpected gems? Admittedly there are not many multi-day walking pilgrimage routes in Aotearoa New Zealand (excluding national park hiking tracks). But there are many sites that the warrant a stop while touring by road, or knitting together a series of visits while driving in a region. There are even possibilities of urban day-walk pilgrimages in our major cities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo aid this discovery,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ePilgrimage Aotearoa \/ Haerenga Tapu Aotearoa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eoffers readers a unique guide to 100 sites in Aotearoa New Zealand, blending history, culture and spirituality. It invites you on an inspiring journey of reflection and discovery, uncovering rich stories that make these places significant to our country’s identity and soul\u003c\/span\u003e…\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Pilgrimage Aotearoa | Haerenga Tau Aotearoa: Your Guide to 100 New Zealand Sites. Authors:Jenny Boyack and John Hornblow\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/John-and-Jenny-portrait-72dpi.jpg?v=1729845752\" width=\"323\" height=\"263\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJohn Hornblow\u003c\/b\u003e is a retired Anglican priest and former local government leader, with long experience in pilgrimage formation and community leadership. He has co-led pilgrimages in Aotearoa, Europe, and the Holy Land, and speaks widely on spiritual formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJenny Boyack\u003c\/b\u003e brings a background in music, education, and liturgy. Together with John, she has co-led pilgrimages across Aotearoa and overseas. Their shared commitment to walking and story has shaped this guide as a labour of love over 12 years of research and travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eContents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003ePilgrimage in Aotearoa New Zealand\u003cbr\u003eChristian pilgrimage\u003cbr\u003eEngaging with a site\u003cbr\u003eA poem On the Road by Joy Cowley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e1 — Northland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOihi Bay, Rangihoua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRuatara - A story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWesleydale, Kaeo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKerikeri Mission Sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWaitangi Treaty Grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHenry Williams - A story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Church, Paihia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChrist Church, Russell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePompallier Printery Russell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Waimate Mission and St John the Baptist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHoly Trinity Church, Pakaraka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Michael’s Anglican Church, Ngawha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMāngungu Mission House, South Hokianga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eManea, Opononi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTotara Point, North Hokianga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHāta Maria\/St Mary’s Church, North Hokianga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStatue of Dame Whina Cooper, Panguru, North Hokianga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e2 — Auckland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRotoroa Island, Hauraki Golf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eVaughan Park Anglican Retreat Centre, Long Bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePatuone’s Grave, Devonport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUnderstanding Colonisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStudio of St John the Baptist, Takapuna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHoly Trinity Cathedral, Parnell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Stephen’s Chapel, Taurarua (Judges Bay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAuckland Inner City Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Andrew’s Presbyterian Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAuckland Baptist Tabernacle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePitt Street Methodist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Matthew-in-the-City Anglican Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Patricks Catholic Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e3 — Waikato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTe Awamutu Driving Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePirongia Heritage and Information Centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlexandra Redoubt, Pirongia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOld St John’s Church, Te Awamutu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRangiaowhia Catholic Mission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Church, Rangiaowhia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMonument for Burned Whare, Rangiaowhia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMatamata\/Waharoa Driving Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWairere Falls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTārore’s Grave, Waharoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e4 — Bay of Plenty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Papa Tauranga\/The Elms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt George’s Church, Gate Pā, Tauranga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Faith’s Church, Ōhinemutu, Rotorua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSpencer Mausoleum, Lake Tarawera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Kai Whakaora\/St Saviour’s Anglican Church, Rūātoki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHistoric Presbyterian Sites, Ruatāhuna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e5 — East Coast \/ Hawke’s Bay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePadre Hēnare Wepiha Te Wainohu Memorial, Wairoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eToiroa’s Vision, Māhia Peninsula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEskdale War Memorial Church, Esk Valley, Napier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6 — Taupo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Church, Tokaanu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7 — Taranaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMere Tapu\/St Mary’s Cathedral, New Plymouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eParihaka - A story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e8 — Whanganui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJerusalem\/Hiruhārama, Whanganui River\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Memorial Church, Pūtiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRātana Temple, Rātana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e9 — Rangitikei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHadfield’s Grave, Tutu Totara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e10 — Manawatu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Marae o Hine\/The Square, Palmerston North\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Rangimarie Marae, Rangiotū\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e11 — Horowhenua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSacred Monastery of the Holy Archangels, Levin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRangiātea Church, Ōtaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Mary’s Catholic Church\/Pukekaraka, Ōtaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e12 — Wairarapa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGreek Orthodox Church, Masterton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eANZAC Walkway and site of the first ANZAC service, Tinui\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e13 — Wellington\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChrist Church, Taitā, Lower Hutt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWellington City Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Aro Pā Visitor Centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Aro Park\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWesley Methodist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Mary of the Angels Catholic Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNational Parihaka Memorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHome of Compassion, Island Bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e14 — Malborough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWairau Affray Monuments, Tuamarina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e15 – Nelson \/ Tasman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNelson Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChrist Church Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe cottage of Tohu and Te Whiti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Bishop’s School\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA poem - My House by Ana Lisa de Jong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Lutheran Church, Upper Moutere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt John’s Anglican Church, Wakefield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChapel of Christ by the Lake, St Arnaud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e16 — Canterbury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eChristchurch Earthquake Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChrist Church Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCTV Earthquake Memorial Park\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTransitional (Cardboard) Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOxford Terrace Baptist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDurham Street Methodist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCanterbury Earthquake National Memorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House, Christchurch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRāpaki Church, Lyttelton Harbour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Luke’s Anglican Church, Little Akaloa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eŌnuku Church, Akaroa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChurch of the Holy Innocents, Peel Forest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e17 — Mackenzie District\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Patrick’s Church, Burkes Pass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChurch of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e18 — West Coast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt James Anglican Church, Franz Josef\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e19 — Otago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Patrick’s Church and Mary MacKillop Cottage, Arrowtown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt John’s Presbyterian Church, Arrowtown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Patrick’s Basilica, Oamaru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKotahitanga Church, Moeraki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWatkin Memorial, Karitāne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDunedin City Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnox Presbyterian Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFirst Church of Otago\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThomas Bracken Plaque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSalvation Army Plaque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRongo Stone Memorial, Dunedin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e20 — Rakiura \/ Stewart Island\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Andrew’s Anglican Church, Oban\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e21 — Rēkohu \/ Chatham Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaunganui Stone Cottage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eYour Place!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Philip Garside Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50490739130675,"sku":"PA-HTA-P","price":49.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Pilgrimage-Aotearoa-Spiral-diagonal-700sq.jpg?v=1739421736"},{"product_id":"pilgrimage-aotearoa-haerenga-tapu-aotearoa-ebooks","title":"Pilgrimage Aotearoa | Haerenga Tapu Aotearoa - eBooks.","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePilgrimage Aotearoa | Haerenga Tapu Aotearoa:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eYour Guide to 100 New Zealand Sites\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eBy \u003cstrong\u003eJenny Boyack and John Hornblow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eAotearoa’s hidden sacred paths and stories unfold as you journey through 100 sites imbued with history, hope, reconciliation, and spiritual reflection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis book will help you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover and connect with 100 meaningful sites across Aotearoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncover deeper layers of New Zealand’s spiritual, cultural, and national story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlan pilgrimage journeys – solo, local, or group – with confidence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngage your inner life through reflection rooted in place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow in empathy for bicultural and post‑colonial narratives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore how faith and justice intertwine in Aotearoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransform your sense of belonging and sacred awareness in your own neighbourhood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRichly researched vignettes on 100 sites from Northland to Rēkohu \/ Chatham Islands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical, cultural, and spiritual context for each place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical guidance: maps, directions, logistics, further reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThoughtful reflection questions designed for Christian or broader spiritual use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePoetry, prayers, Māori terms, and artwork to deepen engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuggested local pilgrimages and a framework for crafting your own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are buying a \u003cstrong\u003ePDF eBook edition\u003c\/strong\u003e of this 232 page A5 book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eISBN 9781991027542\u003cbr\u003eColour photos throughout\u003cbr\u003ePhilip Garside Publishing Ltd (2024)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eClick to: \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/products\/pilgrimage-aotearoa-haerenga-tau-aotearoa\" title=\"Order Pilgrimage Aotearoa print edition\" style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eOrder the print edition\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStep into a pilgrimage of place, story, and soul in \u003cem\u003ePilgrimage Aotearoa \/ Haerenga Tapu Aotearoa.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis first-of-its-kind nationwide guide invites readers to engage the land and its tales as a living map of spiritual discovery. Far more than a travel manual, it is a companion for inner journeying – where roads, rivers, monuments, and marae hold threads of the sacred, waiting to speak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn region-by-region chapters spanning the length and breadth of Aotearoa, the authors offer 100 carefully selected sites – some well-known, others quietly waiting in plain sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach entry is a doorway into multiple layers: the lives of Māori and Pākehā, the intersections of mission, colonisation, and resistance, and the ongoing work of reconciliation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFigures such as Ruatara and Henry Williams emerge not as distant saints, but as characters in the unfolding national narrative. Places like Parihaka become living mirrors for justice, peace, and restorative imagination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBeyond history, the book is designed for transformation. At every stop you’ll find reflection questions, prompts for prayer or contemplation, and guidance to help you weave personal meaning into the sites you visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe final entry – “Your Place!” – turns the lens inward, offering a structured approach to create meaningful pilgrimages in your own region or neighbourhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhether you are a curious traveller, a student of history, a seeker of spiritual depth, or someone longing for rooted belonging in Aotearoa, this guide meets you where you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt emboldens you to walk with awareness, converse with place, and carry forward the healing stories embedded in land and memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003ePilgrimage Aoteaoroa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee full reviews texts here:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Reviews for Pilgrimage Aotearoa\" href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/pages\/praise-for-pilgrimage-aotearoa\"\u003ehttps:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/pages\/praise-for-pilgrimage-aotearoa\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eReview in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTui Motu InterIslands\u003c\/em\u003e March 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eby \u003cstrong\u003eThomas and William Hassan Walker\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"\u003cem\u003ePilgrimage Aotearoa\u003c\/em\u003e is about visiting places in New Zealand and looking at them in a new way. For each place, the authors include a story, directions and a reflection. The places in the book are not necessarily “holy” places — some are churches but there are also memorials, monuments and places in nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eTo try the book out, over the school holidays we walked into Dunedin city and visited three of the places: the Thomas Bracken Memorial, First Church (Presbyterian) and St Paul’s Cathedral (Anglican). We found the “story” sections really helpful — we’ve lived in Dunedin all our lives but we never knew the national anthem was written in Dunedin or that St Paul’s was built because one priest and the community campaigned for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWe used to think going on a pilgrimage meant travelling a long way to holy places. Now we know  that you can go on a pilgrimage in your hometown — you just have to think about the place you’re going to and why you’re going. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis book would appeal to people who love to walk, who are curious about Aotearoa, and who might not be keen or able to go on an overseas pilgrimage but still want the experience.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eReview in \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTouchstone \u003c\/em\u003eFebruary 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy Rev Tony Franklin-Ross\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e“Many of us have appreciated the concept of pilgrimages, and may even have undertaken pilgrimages ourselves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWe might associate pilgrimages with overseas locations, often being a multi-day physical walk covering long distances – such as the famous Camino in Spain or St Cuthbert’s Way in England. Or even a day walking a ‘pilgrimage’ in central London in the footsteps of John Wesley, comprehending something of the context of his life and ministry. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMight we miss the opportunities for pilgrimage within our own Aotearoa, unexpected gems? Admittedly there are not many multi-day walking pilgrimage routes in Aotearoa New Zealand (excluding national park hiking tracks). But there are many sites that the warrant a stop while touring by road, or knitting together a series of visits while driving in a region. There are even possibilities of urban day-walk pilgrimages in our major cities. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo aid this discovery, Pilgrimage Aotearoa \/ Haerenga Tapu Aotearoa offers readers a unique guide to 100 sites in Aotearoa New Zealand, blending history, culture and spirituality. It invites you on an inspiring journey of reflection and discovery, uncovering rich stories that make these places significant to our country’s identity and soul…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"263\" width=\"323\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/John-and-Jenny-portrait-72dpi.jpg?v=1729845752\" alt=\"Pilgrimage Aotearoa | Haerenga Tau Aotearoa: Your Guide to 100 New Zealand Sites. Authors:Jenny Boyack and John Hornblow\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJenny Boyack and John Hornblow have been involved with pilgrimages for many years and believe that, in a broad sense, we are always ‘on pilgrimage’.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor over a decade they have planned and led a range of pilgrimages within Aotearoa New Zealand, and overseas in Israel and Palestine; Italy (Franciscan); England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland (Celtic); and Greece and Turkey. They have also been involved with St George’s College in Jerusalem and the Anglican Centre in Rome, both centres for pilgrimage. In 2015 John spoke at the Second Global Conference on Sacred Journeys held at Mansfield College, Oxford University, England. In 2017 they walked 150 km of the Camino Santiago de Compostela in Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJohn is a retired Priest in All Saints’ Anglican Parish, Palmerston North, a former Deputy Mayor of Palmerston North, and in his working life, director of a human resource company. Jenny is organist and choir director at All Saints, and is now retired from a career in music and teacher education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJenny and John are married and have seven adult children and twelve grandchildren.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eContents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003ePilgrimage in Aotearoa New Zealand\u003cbr\u003eChristian pilgrimage\u003cbr\u003eEngaging with a site\u003cbr\u003eA poem On the Road by Joy Cowley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e1 — Northland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOihi Bay, Rangihoua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRuatara - A story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWesleydale, Kaeo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKerikeri Mission Sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWaitangi Treaty Grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHenry Williams - A story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Church, Paihia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChrist Church, Russell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePompallier Printery Russell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Waimate Mission and St John the Baptist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHoly Trinity Church, Pakaraka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Michael’s Anglican Church, Ngawha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMāngungu Mission House, South Hokianga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eManea, Opononi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTotara Point, North Hokianga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHāta Maria\/St Mary’s Church, North Hokianga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStatue of Dame Whina Cooper, Panguru, North Hokianga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e2 — Auckland\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRotoroa Island, Hauraki Golf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eVaughan Park Anglican Retreat Centre, Long Bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePatuone’s Grave, Devonport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUnderstanding Colonisation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStudio of St John the Baptist, Takapuna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHoly Trinity Cathedral, Parnell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Stephen’s Chapel, Taurarua (Judges Bay)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAuckland Inner City Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Andrew’s Presbyterian Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAuckland Baptist Tabernacle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePitt Street Methodist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Matthew-in-the-City Anglican Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Patricks Catholic Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e3 — Waikato\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTe Awamutu Driving Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePirongia Heritage and Information Centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlexandra Redoubt, Pirongia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOld St John’s Church, Te Awamutu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRangiaowhia Catholic Mission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Church, Rangiaowhia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMonument for Burned Whare, Rangiaowhia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMatamata\/Waharoa Driving Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWairere Falls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTārore’s Grave, Waharoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e4 — Bay of Plenty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Papa Tauranga\/The Elms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt George’s Church, Gate Pā, Tauranga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Faith’s Church, Ōhinemutu, Rotorua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSpencer Mausoleum, Lake Tarawera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Kai Whakaora\/St Saviour’s Anglican Church, Rūātoki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHistoric Presbyterian Sites, Ruatāhuna\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e5 — East Coast \/ Hawke’s Bay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePadre Hēnare Wepiha Te Wainohu Memorial, Wairoa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eToiroa’s Vision, Māhia Peninsula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEskdale War Memorial Church, Esk Valley, Napier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6 — Taupo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Church, Tokaanu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7 — Taranaki\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMere Tapu\/St Mary’s Cathedral, New Plymouth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eParihaka - A story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e8 — Whanganui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJerusalem\/Hiruhārama, Whanganui River\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Memorial Church, Pūtiki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRātana Temple, Rātana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e9 — Rangitikei\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHadfield’s Grave, Tutu Totara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e10 — Manawatu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Marae o Hine\/The Square, Palmerston North\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Rangimarie Marae, Rangiotū\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e11 — Horowhenua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSacred Monastery of the Holy Archangels, Levin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRangiātea Church, Ōtaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Mary’s Catholic Church\/Pukekaraka, Ōtaki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e12 — Wairarapa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGreek Orthodox Church, Masterton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eANZAC Walkway and site of the first ANZAC service, Tinui\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e13 — Wellington\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChrist Church, Taitā, Lower Hutt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eWellington City Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Aro Pā Visitor Centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Aro Park\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWesley Methodist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Mary of the Angels Catholic Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNational Parihaka Memorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHome of Compassion, Island Bay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e14 — Malborough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWairau Affray Monuments, Tuamarina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e15 – Nelson \/ Tasman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eNelson Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChrist Church Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe cottage of Tohu and Te Whiti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Bishop’s School\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA poem - My House by Ana Lisa de Jong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Lutheran Church, Upper Moutere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt John’s Anglican Church, Wakefield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChapel of Christ by the Lake, St Arnaud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e16 — Canterbury\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eChristchurch Earthquake Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChrist Church Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCTV Earthquake Memorial Park\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTransitional (Cardboard) Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOxford Terrace Baptist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDurham Street Methodist Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCanterbury Earthquake National Memorial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTe Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House, Christchurch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRāpaki Church, Lyttelton Harbour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Luke’s Anglican Church, Little Akaloa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eŌnuku Church, Akaroa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChurch of the Holy Innocents, Peel Forest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e17 — Mackenzie District\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Patrick’s Church, Burkes Pass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eChurch of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e18 — West Coast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt James Anglican Church, Franz Josef\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e19 — Otago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Patrick’s Church and Mary MacKillop Cottage, Arrowtown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt John’s Presbyterian Church, Arrowtown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Patrick’s Basilica, Oamaru\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKotahitanga Church, Moeraki\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWatkin Memorial, Karitāne\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDunedin City Walking Pilgrimage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnox Presbyterian Church\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFirst Church of Otago\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSt Paul’s Anglican Cathedral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThomas Bracken Plaque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSalvation Army Plaque\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli 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Service which contains a sermon, and suggestions for hymns and children's talks, in addition to the prayers \u0026amp; liturgy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eWorship at Hand\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also purchase packages for individual Sundays or for a whole month:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Worship at Hand Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/collections\/worship-at-hand\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/collections\/worship-at-hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse these flexible, all-in-one service scripts to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare thoughtful, spiritually grounded worship with minimal stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngage congregations with inclusive, poetic language\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the Revised Common Lectionary with confidence and creativity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffer well-structured, theologically liberal worship experiences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSave time with ready-made sermons and prayers, and children’s talk ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspire participation with interactive and multi-age elements.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;\"\u003eA weekly worship resource based on the Revised Common Lectionary readings that comprises:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext; letter-spacing: .45pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; letter-spacing: 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impressed. Our team didn't have much notice that we were taking a service. One of the team leaders suggested your website. I loved that it gave so many options for the children's worship  and a varied list of songs to choose from. The structure of the service was perfect for us and I loved that it used Aoteoroa flavour.  Many thanks for sharing your talents with us.\"  \u003cem\u003eGD 14 June 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"Leading worship and preaching in urban and rural churches requires sensitivity to the congregations. Using \u003cem\u003eWorship at Hand\u003c\/em\u003e material for Easter preparations allows fresh metaphors, original thoughts from more than one Sunday to stimulate what may become jaded or stale concepts from nearly 62 years since accreditation. \u003cbr\u003eThe illustration on Emmaus Road - brilliant.\" \u003cem\u003eMT 14 April 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"Just right for our congregation's worship this Sunday. And just the help I needed with an extra service to take this week. Both the prayers and service format were great and the sermon delivered a clear and well prepared message.\" \u003cem\u003eVM 2 Feb 2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"Thankyou Philip, At such a busy time of the year with our church hosting many community events (including a Candlelit Christmas last night with over 170 people attending) Worship at Hand has been a lifesaver. As always, I find your sermons thoughtful and on point.\" \u003cem\u003eSW  7 Dec 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"\u003c\/b\u003eWorship at hand is fantastic. inexpensive, easy to use and good quality. Each week is written to the readings and Gospel. it has made my life easier. Thank you for being there.\" \u003ci\u003eDT 25 Oct 2025\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\"Worship at Hand for August: Pertinent, very useful material to read, reflect on, spark thoughts and assist with services. 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Thank you so much for offering your talent to the church in this way, it is a gift to at least this tired Presbyter!\" \u003cem\u003eSW 5 June 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\"I really appreciate the new resource as it provides a very helpful resource for creating church services. I don't need to spend as much time putting the services together, especially looking for songs or creative ideas for children\/young people. It also means that if we don't have a preacher available at least there is a good talk that someone can read.\" \u003ci\u003e HW 28 May 2025\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ;\"\u003e\"Great material. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eA wonderful resource. 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Several of our people said they appreciated the simple and straight forward message included in your Reflection.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eRB 26 May 2025\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\"Thank you for this resource. Worship at Hand is excellent. It goes with the set readings of each Sunday and it's simple for people to understand.\u003cbr\u003eit's in everyday language, and the theology is very clear and brings the love of God to the worshipping community. thank you very much.\" \u003cem\u003eST 28 May 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWorship at Hand\u003c\/em\u003e is your weekly solution for creating meaningful, high-quality church services that are theologically grounded and easy to lead. Designed for clergy, lay preachers, and worship leaders in Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond, each downloadable service in this growing collection includes everything you need to lead a complete Sunday gathering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach service is based on the Revised Common Lectionary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLiturgies are responsive, reflective, and action-oriented – inviting congregations to participate deeply in the rhythm of worship. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re preaching every week or leading occasionally, \u003cem\u003eWorship at Hand\u003c\/em\u003e gives you everything in one place. Just open, read, and adapt as needed. Services are created with beauty, care, and a deep love for the church’s task of telling the Good News.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese services are crafted with pastoral insight, theological depth, and liturgical artistry. Use them as supplied or adapt to suit your context – each service includes permission for use with attribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile you can present them as is, we suggest that you personalise the sermons provided by adding your own stories and messages relevant to your congregation and local community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhilip Garside is a Methodist lay preacher, worship leader, publisher, and singer \/ musician based in Aotearoa New Zealand. With over 15 years of experience leading creative, multimedia services, he brings a special blend of theological depth, pastoral sensitivity, and liturgical imagination to his work. Through Philip Garside Publishing Ltd \/ Philip Garside Books, he equips worship leaders with tools to inspire thoughtful, inclusive, and engaging worship grounded in the life of the Spirit and the call to justice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach downloadable service includes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpening Section\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWelcome \u0026amp; Introduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCall to Worship (responsive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLighting the Candle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening Prayer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHymn #1 [You provide the hymn text]\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExploring the Theme\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrayer of Approach (responsive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWords of Assurance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 Children’s Talk \/ Story Time ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHymn #2 [You provide the hymn text]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBible Readings (RCL-based) [You provide the Bible text(s)]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1200 to 1400-word Sermon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHymn #3 [You provide the hymn text]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunity Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharing the Peace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNotices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSharing Joys and Concerns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrayers of Intercession (responsive)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Lord’s Prayer in te reo Māori\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffering Invitation and Blessing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHymn #4 [You provide the hymn text]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClosing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBenediction \/ Sending Forth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Grace in te reo Māori\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Philip Garside Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51420641034547,"sku":null,"price":245.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Worship-at-Hand-Annual-Subscription.jpg?v=1746099200"},{"product_id":"the-creative-worship-leader-s-toolbox-print","title":"The Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox – Print.","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eTools, Tips, and Ideas for Engaging Services\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Philip C. Garside \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(49, 137, 27);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[69 in stock 8 May 2026]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(202, 28, 28);\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers outside New Zealand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003ePlease order your print books through your local Amazon store to avoid the high cost of postage from New Zealand:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon USA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0FV3P3VW7\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon UK\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B0FV3P3VW7\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon UK\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon Australia\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com.au\/dp\/B0FV3P3VW7\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon Aust.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTransform your worship services with creative, Spirit-led tools that inspire participation, deepen meaning, and reflect your unique voice as a leader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis book will help you:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead worship with greater creativity, confidence, and authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign engaging and inclusive services that flow beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft prayers, liturgies, and sermons tailored to your community\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporate music, physical objects, and symbolic actions effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover and develop your unique blend of leadership skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse AI tools to support sermon and liturgy preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivate your presence and storytelling to engage all ages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step guidance for structuring a 60-minute worship service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovative children’s talks and interactive liturgical ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemplates and tips for prayers, music selection, and sermon writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclusive language and multicultural elements (including waiata)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechniques for effective order-of-service design and visual presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSoft cover, 200pp\u003cbr\u003e6\" x 9\"\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e9781991027931\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhilip Garside Publishing Ltd (2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(61, 151, 32);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick for \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Order your eBooks\" href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/products\/the-creative-worship-leader-s-toolbox-ebooks\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eeBooks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(25, 128, 39);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for this book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Tui Bevin in \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTui Motu InterIslands\u003c\/em\u003e April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e“Reading Toolbox was a joy. It was like having a generous encourager walk beside me — someone who wanted the best for me as we explored the use of fresh “creative starting points” (songs, objects, metaphors and resources) in worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePhilip Garside’s experience as a Methodist lay preacher for 18 years informs this creative, optimistic, easy- to-read and theologically grounded resource. Toolbox is “for anyone who wants to lead worship with confidence, variety and imagination” to help them “think beyond the default options.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt covers a surprisingly wide- ranging terrain — everything from the use of AI to origami as a reflective worship tool. Garside is inventive: four chapters show how railways can be used as metaphors in worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/i\u003e offers much more than you’d expect from its 198 pages because of its clarity, useful design and the link to an online PDF of links to websites, digital resources, recordings and sheet music. I’ve already earmarked two themes and several ideas for use in future services, and I’m recommending Toolbox to our worship team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt is so much more than a collection of useful tools — it is a real treasure.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px; text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(25, 128, 39);\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003ePhilip Garside’s \u003ci\u003eThe Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/i\u003e is exactly what our churches need right now. It is an invitation to rediscover imagination in worship without losing our theological grounding or sense of reverence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px; text-align: left;\"\u003eAt a time when many congregations feel stretched thin - I know my parish feels this way at times, with worship planning falling on the same faithful few - this resource offers inspiration \u003ci\u003eand \u003c\/i\u003epractical help. The content offer ways to rekindle joy and creativity in the act of leading God’s people in praise.…\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClick here to read the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/pages\/review-of-the-creative-worship-leader-s-toolbox-touchstone-feb-2026\" title=\"Full text of Touchstone Review\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efull review by John Carr in \u003cem\u003eTouchstone\u003c\/em\u003e Feb 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhether you’re a seasoned worship leader or stepping into the role for the first time, this rich, encouraging guide will expand your vision and skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBlending the spiritual with the practical, it shows how worship leadership is both an art and a craft – requiring imagination, preparation, and a deep connection to the Spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eInside, you’ll discover practical frameworks for crafting every element of a service: from opening prayers and selecting music, to leading children’s talks and writing inspiring sermons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou'll learn how to balance tradition with innovation and personalise your leadership to reflect your own gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe book provides inclusive, multicultural tools like Māori waiata, visual metaphors, and participatory rituals to enhance congregational engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou'll also explore how to effectively use AI tools like ChatGPT for sermon generation, prayer writing, and image creation – while staying rooted in authenticity and theology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith creative prompts, real-life examples, and thoughtful reflections, this toolbox empowers worship leaders to plan and lead services that are spiritually nourishing, culturally relevant, and filled with moments of wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt's more than a manual – it's a call to courageous, prayerful, and joyful creativity in worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(39, 151, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo and Audio Summaries of the book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Audio-Summary-edited-30-Sep-2025-Standard.mp3\" title=\"Audio podcast interview about the book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/headphones-icon-75w.jpg?v=1729298406\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Audio-Summary-edited-30-Sep-2025-Standard.mp3\" title=\"Audio podcast interview about the book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eClick for a podcast audio interview that discusses the book's contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (38mins)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Video-Summary-30-Sep-2025.mp4\" title=\"Short video summary of the book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Video-still-30-Sep-2025.jpg?v=1759228252\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Video-Summary-30-Sep-2025.mp4\" title=\"Video summary of the book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eClick for a short video summary of the book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e(5mins)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e• • •\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for The Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e“Creative ... and practical!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePhilip C. Garside’s \u003ci\u003eThe Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/i\u003e provides an abundance of new and easily accessible ideas written with clarity for use in a wide range of local churches serving a variety of protestant denominations, large or small, rural or urban.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFor each suggestion, he presents scriptural grounding, multiple ways to use the practice, and often describes his own experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlso included is an introduction to worship structure for new lay preachers which doesn’t ‘dumb down’ but ‘clears up’ questions, and he is never hesitant to share his own mistakes, leading to rich insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis invitational sharing sets the book apart from other worship resources. Philip and his church are present on every page.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaren C. Tirabassi, an ordained pastor who has served for 45 years in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine, and is the co-author of From the Psalms to the Cloud, Before the Amen, A Child Laughs, Gifts in Open Hands and the Rev \u0026amp; Rye Mysteries series.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; padding-left: 40px;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e“This book is a delight to read. Philip’s conversational style makes it feel as though you’re sharing a cuppa with him, rather than simply turning pages. The only challenge was resisting the urge to ask him questions along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe clear, step-by-step processes outlined in the opening chapters on ‘How to’ topics are easy to follow and incredibly practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe book made me rethink some of what I have tried in the past and discarded as I felt uncomfortable and challenged me to try again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhat particularly resonated with me was a sentence on page 33: ‘Leading worship isn’t about filling time with words – it’s about crafting a sacred experience that draws people into genuine connection with God and one another.’ Philip not only writes this truth – he lives it, and this book reflects that beautifully.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eRachael Masterton, Locally Ordained Minister, Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; padding-left: 40px;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e“Awesome, comprehensive, and informative. Philip’s writing style spoke to me as both an individual and an equal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe knowledgeable encouragement I've found here enabled me to pause, explore, and affirm the many skills already present in my toolbox, acquire further skills, all the while discerning and using them to further the works of God's kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis will be a very useful and handy reference for new and seasoned Worship Leaders alike.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMargaret Bishop – NZLPA Lay Preacher and CANZ Funeral Celebrant\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; padding-left: 40px;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e“This book is a real gift for those of us preparing worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt is a one-stop shop resource that supports the whole service – prayers, children’s talk, and more. Everything included has value: what one person may not use, another will treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eI really appreciate what you have done, and are doing, to help Lay people like me (and others) think about and prepare complete, meaningful, spirit driven services.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSandra Robb, Lay Preacher\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; padding-left: 40px;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Philip-16-Sep-2025-72dpi-250w.jpg?v=1758107160\" alt=\"Philip Garside portrait\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePhilip C. Garside is an Aotearoa New Zealand Methodist lay preacher, worship leader, publisher, writer, and singer\/musician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith 18 years’ experience leading creative services, he brings a special blend of theological depth, pastoral sensitivity, and liturgical imagination to his work. He is passionate about helping others develop their worship leadership through practical tools, spiritual insights, and inclusive, community-building practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThrough Philip Garside Books he equips worship leaders with tools to inspire thoughtful, inclusive, and engaging worship grounded in the life of the Spirit and the call to social justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePreface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAccessing links to websites and other digital resources referred to in this book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkills and Techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction to Skills and Techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFoundational Skills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1 – What’s in Your Toolbox? Part 1 – Identify your skills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e2 – What’s in Your Toolbox? Part 2 – Learning New Skills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e3 – What’s in Your Toolbox? Part 3 – Putting it all together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e4 – Constructing a Service 1 – The Elements of a Service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e5 – Constructing a Service 2 – Choosing Hymns, Songs \u0026amp; Waiata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e6 – Constructing a Service 3 – Finding or Writing Prayers and Liturgy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e7 – Constructing a Service 4 – Writing Your Sermon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e8 – Constructing a Service 5 – Introducing the Theme \/ Children’s Talk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e9 – Constructing a Service 6 – Design \u0026amp; Typeset the Order of Service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e10 – Constructing a Service 7 – Two sample services led by Philip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdvanced Techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e11 – Creating an Image to use in Worship with ChatGPT AI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e12 – Using ChatGPT AI to Craft Prayers and Liturgy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e13 – Using AI to Help Write a Sermon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e14 – Revelations About Your Preaching from Notebook LM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e15 – Creative Visualisation – Imagining your movements during a service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeas for Worship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction to Ideas for Worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUsing Physical Objects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e16 – Creating a Natural Treasures Collage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e17 – Visualising the Church Year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e18 – Worship as Weaving – Threads of Word, Music and Movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e19 – The Empty Chair – Praying for the Absent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e20 – Make flax crosses during your Palm-Passion Sunday service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e21 – Hexagons Mosaic – Many Pieces, One Picture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e22 – Creative Ways to Mark the Church Seasons with Visual Symbols\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e23 – Folding Faith – Worship with Origami\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e24 – The Sound of Stones – Rhythm and Storytelling in Worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e25 – What’s in Your Pocket? – Everyday Faith Objects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e26 – Footprints of Faith – Discerning God’s direction in our lives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMusic and Songs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e27 – \u003ci\u003eKindle a Flame\u003c\/i\u003e – One song, many uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e28 – \u003ci\u003eLoving God of Aotearoa\u003c\/i\u003e – A Hymn for Unity, Service and Creation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e29 – Singing Waiata in English-Language Services\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e30 – Three Easy Sung Responses to Enrich Your Worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRailways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e31 – Railways as metaphors 1 – People Get Ready\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e32 – Railways as metaphors 2 – Layers of meaning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e33 – Railways as metaphors 3 – \u003ci\u003eThis Ol’ Freedom Train\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e34 – Railways as metaphors 4 – Displaying a model railway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGeneral Ideas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e35 – Building the Service Together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e36 – Finding the Divine in the Everyday – \u003ci\u003eGod is in the Small Things\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e37 – Rewriting a Parable in Modern Form Together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e38 – Winter Garden, Compost and Resurrection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e39 – Circle the Story – Movement-Based Worship for All Ages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e40 – Following your heart… \u003ci\u003eLet it be\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e41 – Two Christmas Offerings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e44 – Re-imagining the Lord’s Prayer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrayers, Liturgy \u0026amp; Children’s Talks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction to Prayers, Liturgy \u0026amp; Children’s Talks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e45 – Calls to Worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e46 – Lighting the Candle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e47 – Opening Prayers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e48 – Prayers of Approach \u0026amp; Words of Assurance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e49 – Prayers of Intercession\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e50 – Offering and Blessing of Offering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e51 – Benediction \/ Sending Forth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e52 – Children’s Talk \u0026amp; Introducing the Theme Suggestions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLinks to Websites and Resources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWorship Resources and Books by Philip Garside\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Philip Garside Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52399705030963,"sku":"TCWLT-P","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-3D-Stacked-6x9-Books-With-Back-Cover-700sq-72dpi.jpg?v=1759279985"},{"product_id":"the-creative-worship-leader-s-toolbox-ebooks","title":"The Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox – eBooks.","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003eTools, Tips, and Ideas for Engaging Services\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Philip C. Garside \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTransform your worship services with creative, Spirit-led tools that inspire participation, deepen meaning, and reflect your unique voice as a leader.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis book will help you:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead worship with greater creativity, confidence, and authenticity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign engaging and inclusive services that flow beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCraft prayers, liturgies, and sermons tailored to your community\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporate music, physical objects, and symbolic actions effectively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscover and develop your unique blend of leadership skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse AI tools to support sermon and liturgy preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivate your presence and storytelling to engage all ages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step guidance for structuring a 60-minute worship service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInnovative children’s talks and interactive liturgical ideas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemplates and tips for prayers, music selection, and sermon writing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInclusive language and multicultural elements (including waiata)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTechniques for effective order-of-service design and visual presence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are buying a \u003cstrong\u003ezipped file\u003c\/strong\u003e (9.5mb) containing eBook editions of this book in \u003cstrong\u003ePDF\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eePub\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMobi\u003c\/strong\u003e formats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e200pp 6”x 9”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBNs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePDF: 9781991027955 \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eePub\/Mobi: 9781991027962\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhilip Garside Publishing Ltd (2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(61, 151, 32);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/products\/the-creative-worship-leader-s-toolbox-print\" title=\"Order print edition\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNZ Print Book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(61, 151, 32);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverseas customers: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eOrder your print books through your local Amazon store and avoid the high cost of postage from New Zealand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0FV3P3VW7\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon USA\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B0FV3P3VW7\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon UK\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon UK\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com.au\/dp\/B0FV3P3VW7\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon Australia\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon Aust.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(61, 151, 32);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eeBook also available on Amazon\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy eBook on Amazon.com\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0FV1WQS4L\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B0FV1WQS4L\" title=\"Buy eBook on Amazon UK\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon UK\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com.au\/dp\/B0FV1WQS4L\" title=\"Buy eBook on Amazon Australia\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmazon Aust.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(25, 128, 39);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for this book\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview by Tui Bevin in \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTui Motu InterIslands\u003c\/em\u003e April 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e“Reading Toolbox was a joy. It was like having a generous encourager walk beside me — someone who wanted the best for me as we explored the use of fresh “creative starting points” (songs, objects, metaphors and resources) in worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePhilip Garside’s experience as a Methodist lay preacher for 18 years informs this creative, optimistic, easy- to-read and theologically grounded resource. Toolbox is “for anyone who wants to lead worship with confidence, variety and imagination” to help them “think beyond the default options.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt covers a surprisingly wide- ranging terrain — everything from the use of AI to origami as a reflective worship tool. Garside is inventive: four chapters show how railways can be used as metaphors in worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/i\u003e offers much more than you’d expect from its 198 pages because of its clarity, useful design and the link to an online PDF of links to websites, digital resources, recordings and sheet music. I’ve already earmarked two themes and several ideas for use in future services, and I’m recommending Toolbox to our worship team.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt is so much more than a collection of useful tools — it is a real treasure.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px; text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(25, 128, 39);\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003ePhilip Garside’s \u003ci\u003eThe Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/i\u003e is exactly what our churches need right now. It is an invitation to rediscover imagination in worship without losing our theological grounding or sense of reverence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAt a time when many congregations feel stretched thin - I know my parish feels this way at times, with worship planning falling on the same faithful few - this resource offers inspiration \u003ci\u003eand \u003c\/i\u003epractical help. The content offer ways to rekindle joy and creativity in the act of leading God’s people in praise.…\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClick here to read the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/pages\/review-of-the-creative-worship-leader-s-toolbox-touchstone-feb-2026\" title=\"Full text of Touchstone Review\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003efull review by John Carr in \u003cem\u003eTouchstone\u003c\/em\u003e Feb 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhether you’re a seasoned worship leader or stepping into the role for the first time, this rich, encouraging guide will expand your vision and skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBlending the spiritual with the practical, it shows how worship leadership is both an art and a craft – requiring imagination, preparation, and a deep connection to the Spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eInside, you’ll discover practical frameworks for crafting every element of a service: from opening prayers and selecting music, to leading children’s talks and writing inspiring sermons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou'll learn how to balance tradition with innovation and personalise your leadership to reflect your own gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe book provides inclusive, multicultural tools like Māori waiata, visual metaphors, and participatory rituals to enhance congregational engagement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eYou'll also explore how to effectively use AI tools like ChatGPT for sermon generation, prayer writing, and image creation – while staying rooted in authenticity and theology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith creative prompts, real-life examples, and thoughtful reflections, this toolbox empowers worship leaders to plan and lead services that are spiritually nourishing, culturally relevant, and filled with moments of wonder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt's more than a manual – it's a call to courageous, prayerful, and joyful creativity in worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(39, 151, 20);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo and Audio Summaries of the book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Audio podcast interview about the book\" href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Audio-Summary-edited-30-Sep-2025-Standard.mp3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/headphones-icon-75w.jpg?v=1729298406\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Audio podcast interview about the book\" href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Audio-Summary-edited-30-Sep-2025-Standard.mp3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eClick for a podcast audio interview that discusses the book's contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (38mins)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Short video summary of the book\" href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Video-Summary-30-Sep-2025.mp4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Video-still-30-Sep-2025.jpg?v=1759228252\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Video summary of the book\" href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-Video-Summary-30-Sep-2025.mp4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eClick for a short video summary of the book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e(5mins)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-ligatures: standardcontextual; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e• • •\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for The Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“Creative ... and practical!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003ePhilip C. Garside’s \u003ci\u003eThe Creative Worship Leader’s Toolbox\u003c\/i\u003e provides an abundance of new and easily accessible ideas written with clarity for use in a wide range of local churches serving a variety of protestant denominations, large or small, rural or urban.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFor each suggestion, he presents scriptural grounding, multiple ways to use the practice, and often describes his own experiences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eAlso included is an introduction to worship structure for new lay preachers which doesn’t ‘dumb down’ but ‘clears up’ questions, and he is never hesitant to share his own mistakes, leading to rich insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis invitational sharing sets the book apart from other worship resources. Philip and his church are present on every page.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMaren C. Tirabassi, an ordained pastor who has served for 45 years in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine, and is the co-author of From the Psalms to the Cloud, Before the Amen, A Child Laughs, Gifts in Open Hands and the Rev \u0026amp; Rye Mysteries series.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center; padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“This book is a delight to read. Philip’s conversational style makes it feel as though you’re sharing a cuppa with him, rather than simply turning pages. The only challenge was resisting the urge to ask him questions along the way!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe clear, step-by-step processes outlined in the opening chapters on ‘How to’ topics are easy to follow and incredibly practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe book made me rethink some of what I have tried in the past and discarded as I felt uncomfortable and challenged me to try again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eWhat particularly resonated with me was a sentence on page 33: ‘Leading worship isn’t about filling time with words – it’s about crafting a sacred experience that draws people into genuine connection with God and one another.’ Philip not only writes this truth – he lives it, and this book reflects that beautifully.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eRachael Masterton, Locally Ordained Minister, Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center; padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“Awesome, comprehensive, and informative. Philip’s writing style spoke to me as both an individual and an equal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe knowledgeable encouragement I've found here enabled me to pause, explore, and affirm the many skills already present in my toolbox, acquire further skills, all the while discerning and using them to further the works of God's kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThis will be a very useful and handy reference for new and seasoned Worship Leaders alike.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMargaret Bishop – NZLPA Lay Preacher and CANZ Funeral Celebrant\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center; padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“This book is a real gift for those of us preparing worship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eIt is a one-stop shop resource that supports the whole service – prayers, children’s talk, and more. Everything included has value: what one person may not use, another will treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eI really appreciate what you have done, and are doing, to help Lay people like me (and others) think about and prepare complete, meaningful, spirit driven services.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSandra Robb, Lay Preacher\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center; padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e• • •\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Philip Garside portrait\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Philip-16-Sep-2025-72dpi-250w.jpg?v=1758107160\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePhilip C. Garside is an Aotearoa New Zealand Methodist lay preacher, worship leader, publisher, writer, and singer\/musician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith 18 years’ experience leading creative services, he brings a special blend of theological depth, pastoral sensitivity, and liturgical imagination to his work. He is passionate about helping others develop their worship leadership through practical tools, spiritual insights, and inclusive, community-building practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThrough Philip Garside Books he equips worship leaders with tools to inspire thoughtful, inclusive, and engaging worship grounded in the life of the Spirit and the call to social justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePreface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAccessing links to websites and other digital resources referred to in this book\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSkills and Techniques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction to Skills and Techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFoundational Skills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e1 – What’s in Your Toolbox? Part 1 – Identify your skills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e2 – What’s in Your Toolbox? Part 2 – Learning New Skills\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e3 – What’s in Your Toolbox? Part 3 – Putting it all together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e4 – Constructing a Service 1 – The Elements of a Service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e5 – Constructing a Service 2 – Choosing Hymns, Songs \u0026amp; Waiata\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e6 – Constructing a Service 3 – Finding or Writing Prayers and Liturgy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e7 – Constructing a Service 4 – Writing Your Sermon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e8 – Constructing a Service 5 – Introducing the Theme \/ Children’s Talk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e9 – Constructing a Service 6 – Design \u0026amp; Typeset the Order of Service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e10 – Constructing a Service 7 – Two sample services led by Philip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdvanced Techniques\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e11 – Creating an Image to use in Worship with ChatGPT AI\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e12 – Using ChatGPT AI to Craft Prayers and Liturgy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e13 – Using AI to Help Write a Sermon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e14 – Revelations About Your Preaching from Notebook LM\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e15 – Creative Visualisation – Imagining your movements during a service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeas for Worship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction to Ideas for Worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUsing Physical Objects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e16 – Creating a Natural Treasures Collage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e17 – Visualising the Church Year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e18 – Worship as Weaving – Threads of Word, Music and Movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e19 – The Empty Chair – Praying for the Absent\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e20 – Make flax crosses during your Palm-Passion Sunday service\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e21 – Hexagons Mosaic – Many Pieces, One Picture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e22 – Creative Ways to Mark the Church Seasons with Visual Symbols\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e23 – Folding Faith – Worship with Origami\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e24 – The Sound of Stones – Rhythm and Storytelling in Worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e25 – What’s in Your Pocket? – Everyday Faith Objects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e26 – Footprints of Faith – Discerning God’s direction in our lives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMusic and Songs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e27 – \u003ci\u003eKindle a Flame\u003c\/i\u003e – One song, many uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e28 – \u003ci\u003eLoving God of Aotearoa\u003c\/i\u003e – A Hymn for Unity, Service and Creation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e29 – Singing Waiata in English-Language Services\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e30 – Three Easy Sung Responses to Enrich Your Worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRailways\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e31 – Railways as metaphors 1 – People Get Ready\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e32 – Railways as metaphors 2 – Layers of meaning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e33 – Railways as metaphors 3 – \u003ci\u003eThis Ol’ Freedom Train\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e34 – Railways as metaphors 4 – Displaying a model railway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGeneral Ideas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e35 – Building the Service Together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e36 – Finding the Divine in the Everyday – \u003ci\u003eGod is in the Small Things\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e37 – Rewriting a Parable in Modern Form Together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e38 – Winter Garden, Compost and Resurrection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e39 – Circle the Story – Movement-Based Worship for All Ages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e40 – Following your heart… \u003ci\u003eLet it be\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e41 – Two Christmas Offerings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e44 – Re-imagining the Lord’s Prayer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrayers, Liturgy \u0026amp; Children’s Talks\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIntroduction to Prayers, Liturgy \u0026amp; Children’s Talks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e45 – Calls to Worship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e46 – Lighting the Candle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e47 – Opening Prayers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e48 – Prayers of Approach \u0026amp; Words of Assurance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e49 – Prayers of Intercession\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e50 – Offering and Blessing of Offering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e51 – Benediction \/ Sending Forth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e52 – Children’s Talk \u0026amp; Introducing the Theme Suggestions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLinks to Websites and Resources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWorship Resources and Books by Philip Garside\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Philip Garside Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52408577851699,"sku":"TCWLT-E","price":18.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/The-Creative-Worship-Leaders-Toolbox-3D-eReader-72dpi-700sq_19020d8e-3784-492e-b79e-0b244f7e414e.jpg?v=1759279833"},{"product_id":"toe-timata-le-upega-print","title":"Toe Timata le Ūpega – Print.","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; 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mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlease order your print books through your local Amazon store to avoid the high cost of postage from New Zealand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0G2LFR49Y\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon USA\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B0G2LFR49Y\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon UK\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon UK\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com.au\/dp\/B0G2LFR49Y\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon Australia\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon Aust.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis book offers a bold and hopeful vision for revitalising the Congregational Christian Church Samoa (and other Pasifika congregations) by reconnecting with its youth through transformative preaching, affirming cultural identity, and Spirit-led innovation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eReading this book will help you:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eUnderstand the cultural tensions facing CCCS youth in Aotearoa New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eReimagine preaching as a life-giving, relational, and bilingual act\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eIntegrate Samoan and New Zealand identities in worship\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEngage youth meaningfully in planning and leading services\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eReflect theologically on tradition as a dynamic and flowing river\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eFoster intergenerational conversation and trust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEquip ministers and lay leaders with practical tools for spiritual renewal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSoft cover, 94pp\u003cbr\u003e6\" x 9\"\u003cbr\u003eISBN\u003cspan\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman',serif; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial; mso-ansi-language: EN-NZ; mso-fareast-language: EN-NZ; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e9781991027979\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhilip Garside Publishing Ltd (2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/philipgarsidebooks.com\/products\/toe-timata-le-upega-ebooks\" title=\"Order your eBooks\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick for eBooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 insightful and readable chapters based on doctoral research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReal-life quotes from youth, ministers, and elders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eAccessible theological reflection grounded in Samoan values\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eAppendices with sermon outlines, group questions, and interview insights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eIncludes a glossary and bibliography.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe author’s groundbreaking research invites us to faithfully reinterpret tradition, restore intergenerational trust, and reconnect the Church with the hearts and hopes of its youth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eDr Maulolo explores the tensions between Samoan and New Zealand cultural identities, the struggles young people face in understanding and participating in worship, and the untapped potential of preaching when it becomes a relational, bilingual, Spirit-led practice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHe draws from personal interviews, theological insights from respected Pacific thinkers like Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Efi, and real-life examples from CCCS congregations trying new approaches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEach chapter builds toward a vision of a living church – one that listens to its youth, values its elders, and casts the net again with courage. The book blends storytelling with theological depth, cultural wisdom with practical action, and traditional values with innovation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWhether you are a minister, youth leader, elder, or church member who longs for renewal, this book offers hope, challenge, and a faithful path forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis is not a call to abandon what is precious, but to reimagine the church – for the sake of the gospel, for the love of the next generation, and for the life of the CCCS to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 6pt; text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 6pt; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the Foreword\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eby  Murray Rae\u003cbr\u003eProfessor of Systematic Theology\u003cbr\u003eUniversity of Otago\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 6pt; padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\"…I hope that the church will receive this book as a gift. It is a gift in two parts. It is the gift, first of all, of the voices of young Samoan Christians who have spoken of their faith but also of their frustrations. We ought to give thanks for their faith. And we ought to honour it by attending to their frustrations. The second part of the gift this book offers to us comes in the form of Reupena’s wise advice about how the preaching of the church must change if it is to fulfil its intended purpose…\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 3px 3px 3px 3px; float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Reupena-author-photo-150w-72dpi.jpg?v=1762751560\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eRev Dr Reupena Maulolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a respected CCCS minister, theological educator, and researcher with decades of ministry experience in both Samoa and Aotearoa New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHis doctoral research explored youth engagement, cultural identity, and preaching within the Samoan church context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA passionate preacher and community leader, he brings deep cultural insight and a heart for renewal to the work of ministry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eContents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eForeword\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIntroduction: Why We Must Cast the Net Again\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e1.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBetween Cultures: Understanding the Samoan Youth Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e2.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe Voice from the Pulpit: Why Preaching Still Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e3.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eWhy Youth Say Preaching Is Boring: And What That Tells Us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e4.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eTeu le Va:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e Tending the Sacred Space Between Us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e5.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIdentity and Spirituality: The Heart and Lungs of Faith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e6.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eToe Timata le Ūpega\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e: A Samoan Framework for Change\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e7.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePreaching That Connects: Language, Imagery, and Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e8.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBeyond the Pulpit: Youth Participation in Worship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e9.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBridging the Gap: Tools for Ministers and Lay Leaders\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e10.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe Future Is Now: Reimagining the Church We Love\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eConclusion: Hope, Faith, and a Net Recast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAcknowledgements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eGlossary of Samoan and theological terms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eSample Sermon Outlines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eGroup Discussion Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eKey Interview Insights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBibliography and Suggested Reading List\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Philip Garside Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52665263522099,"sku":"TTLU-P","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Toe-Timata-le-Upega-3D-print-single-700w.jpg?v=1762751806"},{"product_id":"toe-timata-le-upega-ebooks","title":"Toe Timata le Ūpega – eBooks.","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; 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mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eReading this book will help you:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eUnderstand the cultural tensions facing CCCS youth in Aotearoa New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eReimagine preaching as a life-giving, relational, and bilingual act\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eIntegrate Samoan and New Zealand identities in worship\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEngage youth meaningfully in planning and leading services\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eReflect theologically on tradition as a dynamic and flowing river\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eFoster intergenerational conversation and trust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEquip ministers and lay leaders with practical tools for spiritual renewal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are buying a \u003cstrong\u003ezipped file\u003c\/strong\u003e (5.9mb) containing eBook editions of this book in \u003cstrong\u003ePDF\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eePub\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMobi\u003c\/strong\u003e formats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94pp 6”x 9”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBNs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePDF: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; 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mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThe author’s groundbreaking research invites us to faithfully reinterpret tradition, restore intergenerational trust, and reconnect the Church with the hearts and hopes of its youth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eDr Maulolo explores the tensions between Samoan and New Zealand cultural identities, the struggles young people face in understanding and participating in worship, and the untapped potential of preaching when it becomes a relational, bilingual, Spirit-led practice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eHe draws from personal interviews, theological insights from respected Pacific thinkers like Tui Atua Tupua Tamasese Efi, and real-life examples from CCCS congregations trying new approaches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEach chapter builds toward a vision of a living church – one that listens to its youth, values its elders, and casts the net again with courage. The book blends storytelling with theological depth, cultural wisdom with practical action, and traditional values with innovation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eWhether you are a minister, youth leader, elder, or church member who longs for renewal, this book offers hope, challenge, and a faithful path forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eThis is not a call to abandon what is precious, but to reimagine the church – for the sake of the gospel, for the love of the next generation, and for the life of the CCCS to come.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6pt; text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the Foreword\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eby  Murray Rae\u003cbr\u003eProfessor of Systematic Theology\u003cbr\u003eUniversity of Otago\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6pt; padding-left: 40px;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\"…I hope that the church will receive this book as a gift. It is a gift in two parts. It is the gift, first of all, of the voices of young Samoan Christians who have spoken of their faith but also of their frustrations. We ought to give thanks for their faith. And we ought to honour it by attending to their frustrations. The second part of the gift this book offers to us comes in the form of Reupena’s wise advice about how the preaching of the church must change if it is to fulfil its intended purpose…\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin: 3px 3px 3px 3px; float: left;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/Reupena-author-photo-150w-72dpi.jpg?v=1762751560\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eRev Dr Reupena Maulolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a respected CCCS minister, theological educator, and researcher with decades of ministry experience in both Samoa and Aotearoa New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHis doctoral research explored youth engagement, cultural identity, and preaching within the Samoan church context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA passionate preacher and community leader, he brings deep cultural insight and a heart for renewal to the work of ministry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eContents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eForeword\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIntroduction: Why We Must Cast the Net Again\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e1.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBetween Cultures: Understanding the Samoan Youth Experience\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e2.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe Voice from the Pulpit: Why Preaching Still Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; 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mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e Tending the Sacred Space Between Us\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e5.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIdentity and Spirituality: The Heart and Lungs of Faith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; 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mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003ePreaching That Connects: Language, Imagery, and Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e8.\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e      \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eBeyond the Pulpit: Youth Participation in Worship\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: 18.0pt; mso-add-space: auto; text-indent: -18.0pt; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US; 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Please download your PDF immediately as the link will expire in 7 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eNote that there is\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(187, 17, 17);\"\u003eno print edition\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eof this book, just the PDF eBook.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(21, 121, 35);\"\u003eAudio Introduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Audio introduction to My Home Town - Hokitika\" href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/My-Home-Town-Hokitika-Audio-Introduction-trimmed-enhanced.mp3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/headphones-icon-75w.jpg?v=1729298406\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Audio introduction to My Home Town - Hokitika\" href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/My-Home-Town-Hokitika-Audio-Introduction-trimmed-enhanced.mp3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eClick here for a 12 minute audio introduction to the book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA love letter to a place and a generation, this deeply personal memoir from Rosalie May Reynolds-Sugrue is a rich tapestry of life in Hokitika, a remote coastal town on New Zealand’s South Island.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAs a fifth generation “Coaster,” Reynolds-Sugrue reflects on her family’s legacy, beginning with European settlers who braved the goldfields and forged a future along the rugged West Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWith warmth and wisdom, she brings to life a bygone era where faith, frugality, and community shaped every aspect of daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFrom anecdotes of childhood escapades and long-gone schools to wartime family separations and the social norms of the mid-20th century, this memoir offers more than just memories – it serves as a valuable record of regional history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlongside poignant personal stories, the book includes rare photographs, family trees, and detailed recollections that transport readers into the heart of Hokitika society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWritten with future generations in mind, it’s both a keepsake for descendants and a cultural treasure for anyone curious about West Coast life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWhether you’re a fellow New Zealander or a reader drawn to local histories and heartfelt memoirs, this book offers an intimate look into the life of a woman shaped by time, place, and purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre you, your relatives or friends in this book?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eClick here to \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"My Home Town - Hokitika - People Index\" href=\"https:\/\/pgplebookstodownload.s3.ap-southeast-2.amazonaws.com\/My-Home-Town-Hokitika-People-Index-B.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003edownload the People Index PDF\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(33, 131, 73);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for this book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" align=\"center\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eReview by Celia Costelloe in \u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eTui Motu Interislands\u003c\/i\u003e May 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003e“Written for her grandchildren, Rosalie May Reynolds- Sugrue’s \u003ci\u003eMy Home Town — Hokitika\u003c\/i\u003e is far more than a family history and memoir; it is a tapestry of West Coast heritage. As a fifth-generation West Coaster, the author offers an intimate perspective on the social and cultural evolution of Aotearoa, seen through the lens of small-town New Zealand, from the 1940s to the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe narrative balances personal anecdotes, childhood escapades and family lore, with broader historical shifts in our country’s development. Reynolds-Sugrue captures the resilient spirit of Coasters, documenting how faith, community and the rugged landscape helped shape those of us who call the West Coast home. The use of family photographs and anecdotes, historical artefacts and a detailed family tree transforms this book into a fascinating genealogical record, creating a tangible history for her family and an interesting read for anyone who enjoys social history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe book is warm and sincere. Whether discussing the impact of WWII on her family, including her sojourn in hospital while her father was serving overseas, or the daily rhythms of post-war life, gender roles, and her own journey to adulthood, Reynolds-Sugrue highlights the importance of intergenerational storytelling and keeping family stories alive for descendants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFor those with West Coast roots or an interest in Aotearoa’s social history, this memoir preserves a unique cultural identity for future generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eFootnote: I was curious to see whether our family histories overlapped, so I was excited to find a “People Index” at the end, listing names and page numbers for easy reference.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• • •\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRosalie May Reynolds-Sugrue is a fifth generation West Coaster, teacher, writer, and social historian. As the daughter of Winston Reynolds, former Mayor of Hokitika, and Elva Reynolds (née Stoop), QSM recipient and West Coast Woman of the Year, Rosalie carries forward a deep legacy of civic and community service. Her passion for preserving social history shines through in this moving memoir that blends the personal with the historical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003ePrologue – 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e1 – An Octogenarian Reflects – 5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e2 – My Father’s Background – 11\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e3 – My Mother’s Background – 13\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e4 – Hokitika Birth – 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e5 – My Christening – 22\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e6 – Uncles and Aunts – 27\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e7 – Westland Hospital – 33\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e8 – Back with the Family \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– 36\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9 – Reynolds Farm, Waitaha – 40\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e10 – When We Were Very Young – 46\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e11 – 241 Hampden Street – 51\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e12 – Livingstone Street – 56\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e13 – A School Girl – 59\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e14 – Neighbourhood Life – 66\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e15 – Young Child Memories – 69\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e16 – Hokitika Town – 74\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e17 – Middle Childhood – 78\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e18 – The Secret Six Society – 83\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e19 – Our Parents – 86\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e20 – Family Life – 91\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e21 – Form One – 97\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e22 – Diane Stapleton – 100\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e23 – Form Two – 102\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e24 – Birthday Parties – 107\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e25 – Random Jottings – 112\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e26 – Relations and Relationships – 117\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e27 – Our Stoop Cousins – 122\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e28 – Jocelyn Moore – 128\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e29 – Our Two Churches \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– 131\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e30 – Christmas and Holidays – 136\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e31 – High School – 143\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e32 – Bible Class – 150\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e33 – Random Thoughts – 156\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e34 – Form Five, 1957 – 160\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e35 – Methodist Easter Camps – 166\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e36 – Other Church Camps – 171\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e37 – 4th Westland Boys’ Brigade Company – 177\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e38 – Allan Davidson – 183\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e39 – Uniformed Youth Groups – 187\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e40 – My First Date – 194\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e41 – Form Six, 1958 – 198\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e42 – Huia Villa Seaview Hospital – 203\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e43 – Tui and other Seaview Villas – 207\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e44 – Girlfriend Memories – 213\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e45 – Roger, Harry and Co – 220\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e46 – Youth Conferences – 226\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e47 – Girlfriends, Boyfriends and Flatting – 231\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e48 – Girlfriends and Boyfriends continued – 235\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e49 – Ambition Achieved – 239\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e50 – Seaview Continued – 246\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e51 – Jack Built – 250\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e52 – Hokitika District High School and District Schools – 260\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e53 – Hokitika Primary School and Others – 264\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e54 – Richard Waugh – 268\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e55 – Reynolds Siblings Specials – 273\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e56 – Further to the Reynolds Siblings – 277\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e57 – Further Reflections – 280\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEpitaph – 292\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eEnd Notes – 298\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;\" lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003ePeople Index – 308\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Philip Garside Publishing Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108712407347,"sku":"MHTH-E","price":20.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/9793\/5667\/files\/My-Home-Town-Hokitika-3D-eReader-72dpi-700sq.jpg?v=1772670022"},{"product_id":"joy-of-model-railways-colouring-book-print","title":"Joy of Model Railways Colouring Book - Print.","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoy of Model Railways Colouring Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhilip C. Garside\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"color: rgb(202, 28, 28);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(18, 105, 45);\"\u003e[15 copies in stock 4 June 2026]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"color: rgb(202, 28, 28);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomers outside New Zealand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003ePlease order your print books through your local Amazon store to avoid the high cost of postage from New Zealand:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon USA\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0GYRYMMHP\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon.com\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon UK\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B0GYRYMMHP\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon UK\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon Australia\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com.au\/dp\/B0GYRYMMHP\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAmazon Aust.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy print copies at Amazon Australia\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com.au\/dp\/B0G2LFR49Y\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA delightful railway-themed colouring book offering 40 detailed model railway scenes for relaxing, creative colouring by adults, children, railway enthusiasts, and model makers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis colouring book helps readers to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEnjoy a calm, screen-free creative activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRelax, slow down, and reduce stress through colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDevelop focus, patience, and attention to detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExplore the charm of model railways in a hands-on way\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShare an activity across generations, from children to grandparents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExperiment with colour schemes for locomotives, rolling stock, buildings, and scenery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAppreciate the variety and imagination found in model railway layouts.\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e40 black-and-white railway line drawings to colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBased on the author’s own 00 gauge and N scale model railway layouts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIncludes UK, Japanese, USA, European, and New Zealand-inspired rolling stock, vehicles, buildings, and railway scenes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDrawings printed only on odd-numbered pages to help prevent show-through of your colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSuitable for coloured pencils, crayons, and careful felt-tip use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePaperback colouring book, 82pp\u003cbr\u003e8.5” x 8.5”, black and white interior\u003cbr\u003eISBN 979-8-25-891201-5\u003cbr\u003ePhilip Garside Publishing Ltd (2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eModel railways stir imagination. A few tracks, a station, a goods shed, a locomotive waiting in steam, a row of wagons, a crane, a signal box, a passenger coach, and suddenly a whole world appears. This colouring book captures that particular joy: the pleasure of miniature railway scenes brought to life through careful line drawings and your own choice of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBased on the author’s 00 gauge and N scale layouts, this collection offers 40 black-and-white drawings featuring locomotives, carriages, wagons, rail yards, depots, station buildings, cranes, vehicles, tracks, points, platforms, and small railway details. The scenes include a lively mix of UK, Japanese, USA, European, and New Zealand rolling stock, giving colourists a varied journey through different railway styles and settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe drawings are detailed enough to reward railway enthusiasts, model makers, and adults who enjoy focused colouring, while still being clear and accessible for younger colourists. Some pages invite careful work on wheels, sleepers, windows, and locomotive details. Others offer wider spaces for colouring buildings, roads, railway yards, vehicles, and sky. You can aim for realistic railway liveries, invent your own colour schemes, or simply enjoy the quiet rhythm of filling each scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eColouring is more than a pleasant pastime. It can help settle the mind, encourage concentration, support fine motor skills, and offer a gentle creative break from screens and busyness. 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