Franklin Baptist Church

In our second week of ADVENT... PEACE, Sandra Bruin shares how we can find peace in the midst of the storms we often find ourselves in. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:6-7)

It is our first week of ADVENT... HOPE! Zane shares the second part of his story of restoration in his life. He will look into as we grow in our restored life, we find hope in moving forward.

Zane shares with us on the story of restoration in his life. He invites us into the space of what God is doing in our own restored life.

"Journeying together in justice, mercy, and humility." Josh, Carol and Rachel share their insights and reflections with us from the Baptist National Hui.

Rachel focuses on the scripture Jeremiah 17:5-8 Journeying in Faith: Trusting God Along the Way. This is what the Lord says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who draws strength from mere flesh and whose heart turns away from the Lord. That person will be like a bush in the wastelands; they will not see prosperity when it comes. They will dwell in the parched places of the desert, in a salt la...

The sermon topic for this week's service is "The Transformative Journey: Becoming Who God Created Us to Be." Romans 12:3-8 This week we continue our journey through Romans and will focus on being honest with ourselves about what we are good at and what we are not.

The sermon topic for this week is "It’s about the Journey: my story, your story, our story." Rachel Roche will continue with us on our journey through Romans 12:1-2. So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thin...

The sermon topic for this all-in service is "A Life That Is Good". Carol Dobbe will be drawing our attention to Romans 12:1-2, focusing in on our need to be facing God in order to hear what He is saying to us. And so, dear brothers and sisters, I plead with you to give your bodies to God because of all he has done for you. Let them be a living and holy sacrifice—the kind he will find acceptable. T...

Join us for an inspiring message from Reti on the meaning of gifts, both as presents and as God-given talents. Drawing from James 1:17, we explore how every good and perfect gift comes from God, who gives generously and unchangingly. Learn how to embrace these blessings and live a life of gratitude.

This Sunday we conclude the series on The Lord's Prayer. Penny Day will bring a sermon on the last portion about temptation, freedom and deliverance.

Psalm 100 will be our launch pad for our praise and thanksgiving to God for everything He is and everything He blesses us with.

Ian Moorhouse is bringing the message this week, looking at, not only asking God for forgiveness but also asking Him to search our hearts for any unforgiveness in our lives.

Zane Brown is bringing the message this week, looking at how God's provision in times of need but also in our every day needs.

Sandra Bruin is bringing the message this week, looking at the The Kingdom and the will of God. What does the Bible, more specifically Jesus, teach us about the Kingdom of heaven?

Jane Potter is bringing the message this week, looking at the Holiness of the Father. How do we revere God in our everyday lives? How do we keep His Holiness in front of us?

Philip Kelsey will start us off on this new series this Sunday, looking at the pursuit of the Father for the followers of Jesus. How do we respond? How do we connect?

Join us as Rachel takes us on a journey of who we are as FBC.

Join us for a message from Josh on his Pastoral Ministry journey. "Come and join me in my final service on staff at FBC. I will be sharing stories from my 15+ years of paid ministry at FBC and share some important learnings from this time. This is a time I remember and to hope for the future."

Join us for a message from Josh on "Go with Gods heart". I wonder how the beads are doing? Have they transformed? This week we discover what it means to go with Gods heart. Come along for a family friendly service and discover Gods heart for mission.

Join us for a message from Carol on "Transformation". This week, together as the whole church, we get to discover the potential of a popcorn kernel! As we look at week 2 of our renew together series 'Choosing God' Carol will lead us all together through the story of Paul's powerful transformation as he chose God.

Join us for a message from Kevin and Gillian. This week Kevin and Gillian starts our renew together series. They will also weave in some of their amazing stories of the work they get to serve God with in Cambodia.

Join us for a message from Josh on "Matariki". Amos 5:8 It is the Lord who created the stars, the Pleiades and Orion. He turns darkness into morning and day into night. He draws up water from the oceans and pours it down as rain on the land. The Lord is his name! Matariki is a time for connecting with whaanau and friends, reflecting on the past, focusing on the future and being grateful. Let's pra...

Join us for a message from Josh on "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life". ‘I am the way, the truth and the life. As “the Way,” Jesus is the only path to God. As “the Truth,” Jesus is the authoritative revelation to the world. As “the Life,” Jesus brings authentic and abundant life to those who follow him.

Sandra shares on "I am the resurrection and the life". Join us as we explore the power of Jesus, our Resurrection and Life, who brings comfort and restoration in times of grief and pain. Discover how faith in Him can heal our deepest wounds and renew our hope. Find solace and strength in His divine presence amidst life's toughest challenges.

Ian shares a message on "I am the light of the world". Big Idea of the Message: Jesus said, “I am the Light of the World”; he alone is the hope of the world and able to give sight to the spiritually blind. Application Point: As we live in a world filled with darkness and hurt, our trust must be anchored in Jesus alone as we look to him as our true light, hope, and deliverer.