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    • A response to the Destiny Church: applying Christian ethics in a time of pandemic - Rev Allister Lane
      • <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " > Last week Brian Tamaki vowed to hold a Destiny service this Sunday in defiance of the decision by the Government to continue the ban on large gatherings under Alert Level 2. Tamaki urged other churches to join him (see Stuff Article). Many of us will have our own instincts in responding to the pandemic, with varying appetites for social controls and government guidelines. So, as well as assessing the risks of the virus, how do we assess how we do ‘the right thing’? What should guide us in whether we side with the opinion of Destiny Church, or not? Christian ethics offer resources for us at this time, to know how best to respond as individuals, as churches, as communities, being attentive to what really matters. Here are five points of Christian ethics for us to consider in how we respond to the pandemic. The sanctity of human life Truth telling Social justice Church Witness in the world Government. Each of these is consider in more detail below as an offering toward a moral framework to help respond well in a time of pandemic. 1. The sanctity of human life. God has shown through scripture and the incarnation of Jesus that human beings have sacred worth. Given this understanding of the inviolable sacredness of human life, there is an imperative for us to protect human life. This value of human life is linked to love of neighbour. In Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan, we are invited to consider what this means with regard to responding to the physical health, safety and well-being of the stranger (Luke 10:25-37). In his book Kingdom Ethics, David Gushee states “Love sees with compassion and enters into the situation of persons in bondage.” (David P. Gushee, Kingdom Ethics (Downers Grove: InterVarsity Press, 2016), 204. ) The life and teaching of Jesus has shaped our understanding of prioritizing human health, and influenced the medicine and nursing vocations in caring for the sick, disabled and dying. Because Christians value the sanctity of human life, we strive to minimize any threat that destroys human life. We have all been presented with the evidence of the risks of large gatherings and how they unduly danger the lives and health of our neighbours. 2. Truth telling. A commitment to truthfulness is recognised as a hallmark of humility and forgiveness exercised in Christian discipleship. An openness to recognising the evidence and facing reality, in a way that allows our perceptions to be changed, is necessary in the pursuit of truth and the sharing of truth. We can therefore support the provision of clear and transparent information that offers guidance for making informed decisions. Insofar as the New Zealand Government and Health officials have offered clear and direct guidelines for mitigating the risks of the pandemic by limiting large gatherings, Christians should take this into account. 3. Social justice Scripture shows that human freedom is important to maintain. But human freedom is not ‘individualistic moral authority’ ( Gushee, Kingdom Ethics, 209) , rather it thrives when we live with love toward others by fostering compassionate justice. We must always recognise and advance the freedom of the other. In scripture justice is always ‘from below’, showing consideration and caring for the most vulnerable among us. Justice is only full when it includes justice for those who are the least in society. A pandemic affects everybody, but does not affect everybody equally. Our response must pay special attention therefore to those who are most vulnerable. Covid-19 is particularly dangerous and deadly to those among us who are elderly and have underlying health issues. Christians must therefore have particular regard for these vulnerable people among us. 4. Church Witness in the world Jesus says to his followers “…you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (Acts 1:8) The witness of the Church is to point to the person of Jesus as God’s revelation of truth, justice and compassion. What does the Church look and sound like when getting all grouchy and demanding our rights? Civil disobedience can be noble, and has been part of campaigns by Christians for standing up for what is right, but whose interests are we protecting? If we are witnesses to Christ, our actions will align with the interests of the least powerful and influential; we will demonstrate Christ’s love for those who may be otherwise overlooked by society. The Church exists for the sake of the world, and therefore its primary concern is not the preservation of its own internal activity. 5. Government. As part of Christian ethics, the Church must consider what is the ‘right’ relationship to hold with the Government. This needs to be assessed according to the system of government and the particular governing authorities of the time. In scripture we hear the deliberately subversive teaching of Jesus, who stated “render to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s” (Mark 12:13-17; Matthew 22:15-22; Luke 20:20-26). Jesus distanced himself from the Roman power structure and tax system that oppressed the poor, and cultivated idolatry. Christians live in a tension that recognises the appropriate role of the governing authorities, while giving ultimate loyalty to God as citizens of heaven (Philippians 3:20). Importantly, the prohibition on large gatherings is not a prohibition of worship. Indeed, most churches are creatively using multiple forms of technology to continue worshipping. Therefore the ban on large gatherings for the sake of the common good is part of the appropriate role of the governing authorities – it is part of ‘the things that are Caesar’s’! Conclusion These five points of Christian ethics are offered to assist us in adequately considering how we best respond to the pandemic. They are guidance for us, as we try to do the right thing. These points are offered as a contribution toward a robust moral framework that helps us assess particular actions, decisions, proposals and priorities. But, we also need to maintain a gracious disposition toward others – especially those immediately around us. Let us not be too quick to condemn. With grace as our guide, we can assume the best in others, discover the way forward together and default to human solidarity – just as Jesus shows us. With thanks for the input of Dr Derek Woodard-Lehman and the group members of the St John’s Daily Devotion Together.
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        • St John's, Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)


    • Cuba Street Meal Steals
      • Served by Bianca Maria Schioler (she/her) Kia ora tātou and welcome back to another season of Meal Steals which your StudyLink budget won’t kick up a fuss about. On today’s menu we’re going to take a trip to the famous Cuba Street, well known to any Wellingtonian as the street for excellent food and creative expression. Sadly, Covid-19 saw the closure of many iconic Cuba Street restaurants, and only a few new ones have popped up in their place in the following years. However, we can contribute to making Cuba Street the same vibrant, cultural-mixing glass of culinary excellence it once was by taking to the streets, and filling our tummies.
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        • Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)


    • 2020 Kapiti Regatta
      • The weather could not have been more friendly, even it it did only last for half a day, it was the right half of the day! Sunshine and mild winds in the morning picked up to overcast and moderate winds for the long race which most of us finished pretty quickly.
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        • Ngati Toa Scout Group, Parade Ground, Mana, Paremata, Porirua, Porirua City, Wellington, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)


    • All carnivalled out
      • Well, that was one hell of a party. There was even a bit of politics after all, after it was announced that Falun Dafa had been banned from the parade, and in the end they turned up anyway. There were even some rare and wondrous apparitions during the parade: actual buses!
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    • Xiu Xiu
      •  So many good things on this weekend. Maybe Wellington's about to put its head up out of the winter slump....?  One highlight is art-poppers Xiu Xiu who are playing SFBH with Siamese (Grayson Gilmour) and talented duo Glass Vaults. Phew.  And here's a girl in an apple. Tickets$26          
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    • Club Physical
      • Club Physical is a true down-to-earth health and fitness gym for everyday folk. You'll find people of all shapes, sizes, ages and occupations at the club.
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    • Beautique Skin and Beauty Therapy
      • Beautique Skin & Body Therapy, is your beauty therapy haven in the heart of Thorndon, Wellington. It is minutes from the hustle and bustle of downtown Wellington, with FREE client parking! You are invited to relax in our beautiful surroundings and enjoy all aspects of beauty therapy from skincare to facials, massage, microdermabrasion, manicures, pedicures and spa packages.
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    • Lower Hutt Women's Centre
      • The Lower Hutt Women's Centre acts as a community resource centre for Women, Teenage Girls and Children, working towards and with, education, empowerment, the promotion of mental health, healing and recovery for all women and families in the community.
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    • Wellington Women's House
      • The Wellington Women's Boarding House provides safe, pleasant accommodation for women on low incomes. With a live in manager, the big old house in Mt Victoria offers comfort, companionship, protection and independence at the same time.
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    • Wellington Health Foundation
      • The Wellington Health Foundation is a registered charitable trust that raises funds for projects to improve the comfort and welfare of patients and their families at Wellington and Kenepuru Hospitals and the Kapiti Health Centre.
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    • Kapiti Women's Centre
      • KWC is a warm, friendly, safe and caring environment for women to come and enjoy. We provide a range of services either free or at very low cost. KWC prides itself on the supportive and confidential service we provide for the women on the Kapiti Coast.
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    • Newtown Union Health Service
      • NUHS is a not-for-profit community service providing healthcare for community service card holders, low income union members and their families. Providing community-owned, affordable, accessible, acceptable, appropriate, not-for-profit and community based primary health care since May 1987. Long established health service providing a wide range of local health services for some of the most vulnerable people, including new migrants, low income families, and the unemployed.
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        • Newtown Union Health Service, 14, Hall Avenue, Newtown, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)


    • Capital & Coast District Health Board
      • Capital & Coast District Health Board (C&C DHB) is the leading provider of specialist health services in the central region of New Zealand. We deliver health services from Wellington, Kenepuru, and Paraparaumu, as well as from various community bases.
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    • Ora Toa Health Services
      • To assist the {Porirua} and wider communities to be aware of Health issues, by providing information, options and choices Which will empower maori and non maori to develop and Maintain a healthy lifestyle Ora Toa is committed to working within the bounds of Tikanga O Toa Rangatira.
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    • Miramar Dental Health Centre
      • Our dentists are trained in New Zealand and offer the best possible treatment options.They are committed to attending postgraduate courses to ensure that you, the patient, receive the utmost and best care able to be provided in the modern world.
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    • Boys’ and Girls’ Institute
      • The Wellington Boys’ and Girls’ Institute (BGI) is a youth development organisation, established in 1883. Way back then, we were known for setting up an essential community bathing facility, where young people and their families could wash. Since, we’ve evolved alongside the needs of Wellington’s youth – running programmes and projects which support, inspire, and challenge our rangatahi (young people) to wholeheartedly embrace who they are.
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    • Young and Hungry
      • Young & Hungry started life in 1994 at Bats theatre as a series of one act plays designed to give young people, aged between 15-25 years, the opportunity to partake in a professional theatre environment under the direction of professional theatre practitioners. Since then it has significantly grown and is now run by the Young and Hungry Arts Trust.
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    • City Bed and Breakfast
      • Modern bed and breakfast homestay within a few minutes walk of Courtney Place and down-town Wellington. Queen bedroom with attached bathroom. All day continental breakfast, free parking and wireless internet.
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    • JJ Morgan and Co.
      • Is a free form working space (Gallery plus studio's ) that is self founded by three individuals who are dedicated to supporting the development and creative output of artists, designers and curators from New Zealand and abroad. We are based at 3 Cruickshank Street in between Kilbirnie and Lyall Bay, Wellington. Gallery/show hours; Saturday/Sunday 11am-4pm
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    • Collective Photography and Design
      • Wellington Wedding Photographers; Collective Photography and Design. Contemporary Album Design, DVD albums. Relaxed, Modern Style. Black and white or colour, Budget Packages. For the best Wedding photography in the Wellington region, contact Collective today for a no-obligation quote
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    • Cuba Street and Cuba Mall
      • Wellington's Cuba Street is pedestrian-only from Manners Mall to Ghuznee Street, where it is called Cuba Mall. With its retailers ranging from leading retailers like Farmers and Whitcoulls through to R18 shops and tattoo artists, its numerous cafes and bars, clothing, book and record shops draw people from all around the region for what only Wellington's Cuba can offer.
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