The South Pacific Nazarene Theological College held its annual Board of Trustees meeting on 2 December 2025 at the Nasau Resort in Nadi, Fiji. SPNTC advances the Church’s ministry by offering Christian education in the Wesleyan Holiness tradition, training and...
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The Church of the Nazarene Asia-Pacific is one of six regional areas of the Global Church of the Nazarene denomination. APNAZ spans from Mongolia in the north to the New Zealand towards the south, covering from Myanmar from the west and most of the Pacific Islands to the east.
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From Pioneer Fields to a New District in Southeast Asia
On 8–9 January, 2026, a significant milestone quietly unfolded in Toungoo, Myanmar. Pastors, lay leaders, youth representatives, and ministry partners gathered for the First Myanmar Southeast District Assembly. While the event was marked by celebration—singing,...
Third-Grade Class in Florida Shares the Word with Filipinos in Taiwan
Keelung, Taiwan. When Rev. Terence Lustaña began a Bible study for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in the port city of Keelung, he asked a simple question of the 12 participants: Who has a Bible? Only one person raised a hand. The Bible presented was in Filipino, but...
NTC Board of Trustees Holds Annual Meetings, Elects New Chair
On 8-10 November 2025, the Board of Trustees for Nazarene Theological College Australia and New Zealand (NTC) held its annual meetings on NTC's campus in Brisbane, Australia. The NTC Board is made up of representatives from the Australia and New Zealand Field (ANZ...
New Zealand District Marks 58th Assembly with a Call to ‘Walk in the Spirit’
On 14th -16th November 2025, the New Zealand District held its 58th District Assembly. This year's theme, “Walk in the Spirit,” is a timely reminder to prepare for the harvest. Being children of God means we must walk a life led by the Spirit. Romans 8:14 - For those...
Joyfully Preaches and Sings: Lasting Legacy of District Superintendent Rev. Ako Arua
It is with heavy hearts, yet holding firmly to the hope of the Resurrection, that the Asia-Pacific Region joins the Papua New Guinea Field in announcing the passing of Rev. Ako Arua, District Superintendent of PNG - Central District. Rev. Arua was a loyal servant of...
NTC Australia–New Zealand Celebrates Graduates at 2025 Celebration Service
On Sunday, 9 November 2025, Nazarene Theological College Australia and New Zealand (NTC) held its annual Celebration Service at the Bayside Salvation Army auditorium in Brisbane, Australia. This event is the highlight of the academic year, as it is the time to...
Samoa District elects new District Superintendent, Rev. Talioe Meke
On 13 November 2025, the South Pacific Field is honored to announce the newly elected District Superintendent for the Samoa District: Rev. Talioe Meke, representing Neiafu, Savaii, and Manono in the beautiful island nation of Samoa. Rev. Meke attended Samoa Nazarene...
Mandalay Youth Step Into Deeper Faith at First-Ever Zone NYI Conference
Something remarkable unfolded in the heart of Mandalay on 11–12 September 2025. For the first time, youth leaders and young disciples from across the zone gathered at Antioch Gospel Church of the Nazarene for a two-day conference that ignited revival, renewed vision,...
Fiji District Elects New District Superintendent, Rev. Sanaila Roqara
Suva, Fiji: On 10 November 2025, the South Pacific Field and Fiji District are so blessed and honored to present the newly elected District Superintendent for Fiji District, Rev. Sanaila Roqara. Rev. Sanaila Roqara said, "I'm thankful to God for the opportunity and...
Nazarene Essentials Training Brings Strength to Mindon Believers
Mindon, Myanmar — On 27–29 October 2025, amid ongoing conflict and disrupted communication, the Myanmar Central District held a transformative Nazarene Essential Training in the mountainous region of Mindon, Magwe Division — a location marked by military activity,...
Australian NYI Youth Camp 2025: “Together in Christ, Stronger as One!”
On 26-30 September 2025, from the moment campers arrived on Friday evening, excitement and anticipation filled the air. Over 75 young people from across the Australia Southern District and the Australia North and West District gathered for a powerful long weekend of...
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