Let their faith strengthen yours
An event for you to encounter the faith of Christians from around the world who follow Jesus at great cost.
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An event for you to encounter the faith of Christians from around the world who follow Jesus at great cost.
Get your free ticketsExperience powerful first-hand stories of faith, courage and perseverance alongside insight into the challenges facing Christians worldwide. The event includes frontline documentary footage, accounts from Barnabas Aid leadership, prayer and meaningful fellowship with others who share a heart to serve the persecuted Church.
Faith is deepened and the Church strengthened when we see how the Lord is working in the lives of His people.
When we hear from Christians who are living out their faith under pressure, persecution and real hardship, we are reminded of the faithfulness of God and the worth of the Gospel. This in turn encourages a renewed and strengthened faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. This is the kind of growth we want to see in our churches.
Learning from our suffering and persecuted brothers and sisters shapes us into stronger and more committed followers of Christ.
Get your free ticketsEncourage is for all Christians who want to understand and stand with the suffering and persecuted Church — including church leaders, ministry teams, small groups, students and young adults, and anyone exploring how to respond to Christian persecution. No prior involvement with Barnabas Aid is required - all are welcome.
Some of the subject matter during the event may include graphic content that might not be suitable for children under the age of 15.
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When: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 – 10:00 am
Where:
St. George’s Presbyterian Church, 2 The Terrace, Takapuna, Auckland 0622
When: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 – 7:00 pm
Where:
Gracecity Greenlane, 17 Marewa Road, Greenlane, Auckland 1051
When: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 – 7:00 pm
Where:
Oak Lane Community Church (previously Lifezone), 7 Oak Lane, Judea, Tauranga 3110
When: Thursday, 15 October 2026 – 7:00 pm
Where:
West Hamilton Community Church, 27a Rifle Range Road, Dinsdale, Hamilton 3204
When: Friday, 16 October 2026 – 7:00 pm
Where:
Church on Vogel, 127 Vogel St, Roslyn, Palmerston North 4414
When: Saturday, 17 October 2026 – 7:00 pm
Where:
Hosanna World Outreach Centre, 20 Rimu Street, Naenae, Lower Hutt 5011
When: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 – 10:00 am and 7:00 pm
Where:
Opawa Community Church, Corner of Opawa & Aynsley Terrace, Opawa, Christchurch 8022
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