Rangatiratanga

(Honesty, Respect, Inclusiveness, Humility). In Te Ao Māori a Rangatira is a chief. The word ‘tanga’ makes the word an abstract noun, thereby making the meaning of ‘rangatiratanga’ the qualities…

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Kaitiakitanga

Kaitiakitanga refers to sustainable practices for the management of natural resources. As katiaiki (guardians) Māori were responsible for ensuring the viability of land and resources for future generations. Principles guided…

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Creativity and Wonder

Since we are receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, let us give thanks, by which we offer to God an acceptable worship with reverence and wonder. Heb 12:28 What…

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Courage and Confidence

Be strong, and let your heart take courage,   all you who wait for the Lord. Ps 31: 24 So we can say with confidence,‘The Lord is my helper;   I will not be afraid.What can anyone…

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Faith

God is faithful; by him you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. 1 Cor 1:9 What it is: The experience of faith is common to…

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