“Mālō le Soifua Maua ma le Lagi e Mamā, 

Our wonderful guest for this Podcast episode is Tia Suemai, Samoan & born & raised in Ōtara, South Auckland (‘Ōtara’ is a common theme for the last few episodes – must be something in the water there.) We’re not sure if there are enough words to describe this legend of a youth worker, but if you get the mayor of NZ’s supercity to say this about you: “A remarkable youth worker…highly effective at reaching out to local young people … he will be a valuable asset to the communities he chooses to live and work in”, then you know you’ve made some waves in the water.  Check out this inspiring testimony from this passionate follower of Jesus Christ!

NOTE - Things are starting to open up here in Aukilani but not enough for us to get our usual Podcast out. So the Fresh Truth crew have developed a series of shorter (40 minute) Pods called #ChristintheCommunity. These Pods are done online via ZOOM & are exquisitely hosted by one of the Fresh Truth brothers - Richy Misilei (Samoan). CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY highlights how different Christians in our neighbourhoods of South Auckland are representing Jesus, living out their faith, & being salt & light in our communities.

Malo e lelei family. With all the massive changes and challenges we're facing regarding vaxx/unvaxxed, mandates, rights, freedoms, people losing jobs etc, the FRESH TRUTH brothers wanted to share a short LOCKDOWN TALANOA trying to offer some Biblical perspectives to three areas - the vaxx, mandates & the role of the Church & Christians during these times. These are trying times we're facing. But as believers and followers of Jesus Christ, we have a hope, foundation & assurance in Christ & His Word that encourages us regardless of the times we're facing. As the Messiah Himself says in John 16:33, These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. We don't have all the answers, but we wanted to provide some views from Scripture. We welcome any (respectful) comments, questions or thoughts family so please share. We're also keen to pray for anyone too so let us know. Blessings in Messiah!

Fakaalofa lahi atu ki a mutolu oti. Auckland is still in its lockdown, so we still can't get our usual Podcast out. So the Fresh Truth crew have developed a series of shorter (40 minute) Pods called #ChristintheCommunity. These Pods are done online via ZOOM & are exquisitely hosted by one of the Fresh Truth brothers - Richy Misilei (Samoan). CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY highlights how different Christians in our neighbourhoods of South Auckland are representing Jesus, living out their faith, & being salt & light in our communities, even during the lockdown period.  Our amazing guest for this Podcast episode is Karl Tusini-Rex, Niuean & born & raised in Otara, South Auckland. Karl wears many hats… like A LOT! Too many to name here. Check out this inspiring testimony from our brother Karl. Fakaue lahi!

🎧🎤 ⚡️ FULL PODCAST ⚡️ With Auckland in the middle of more lockdowns, we can't get our usual Podcast out. So the Fresh Truth crew have developed a series of shorter (40 minute) Pods called CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY. These Pods are done online via ZOOM & are exquisitely hosted by one of the Fresh Truth brothers - Richard Misilei (Samoan). CHRIST IN THE COMMUNITY highlights how different Christians in our neighbourhoods of South Auckland are representing Jesus, living out their faith, & being salt & light in our communities. Our amazing guest in this Pod is TUTAVAKE (TEEZALL) PETERO, Cook Islander & born & raised in Otara, South Auckland. Teezall has a massive background in youth work, sports coaching, hip hop & community work. He is also the owner of LAST STANCE GYM in Otara, where he trains & coaches in muay thai kickboxing, boxing & other training. Check out this inspiring testimony from brother Teezall. ALSO, massive love & fakaaue lahi to son of Otara VINNY NIUTAMA (aka CHURCHABOYA) for allowing the use of his Christian hip hop music. Check Vinny's stuff out family! Meitaki maata!

🎧🎤✝ Malo ni family ⚡️ FULL PODCAST ⚡️ Our FRESH TRUTH crew were massively blessed hearing these intelligent, Bible-believing, Christ-centred, bold, young Pasifika women share their insights & experiences on BEING A CHRISTIAN AT UNIVERSITY IN AOTEAROA. Fakafetai lahi lele @Kuini & @Lisiua for your courage to speak publicly about the challenges, joys & opportunities of being Christians on campus in today's NZ. God is STILL saving, discipling & using students at our Uni campuses! PLEASE comment, share & TAG the high-schoolers and Uni students in your life! Pods also available on Spotify, YouTube, Anchor & other Pod platforms under #FreshTruth. Ke manuia koe i te Alofa o te Atua ✝ ✝

🎧🎤✝ Malo lava family ⚡️ FULL PODCAST ⚡️ Music is a massive part of churches, worshipping God & the lives of Polynesians. We asked Pat Mose, gifted musician who’s been in music ministry for 20+ years to answer this main question; MUSIC IN NZ CHURCHES TODAY – WORSHIP OR HYPE? Pat gives some honest, thoughtful answers to our questions. Enjoy the insights from this talented brother. Pods also available on Spotify, YouTube, Anchor & others under #FreshTruth. Faamanuia le Atua ✝ ✝ p.s. Pat is on FB, Insta and other platforms & he's happy to connect if keen. Glory to God!

🎧🎤✝ Malo e lelei famili ⚡️ FULL PODCAST ⚡️ With social media dominating so much of our lives today, we wanted to ask Ala Teu (researcher, academic, raised in Tonga & South Auckland) how about BEING SALT & LIGHT ON SOCIAL MEDIA. Enjoy the ✝✝insights from this straight-up young Tongan/Samoan woman. Pods also available on Spotify, YouTube, Anchor & others under #FreshTruth. Faamanuia le Atua ✝ ✝

KIA ORA WHANAU! What's the Biblical definition of a pastor? Does the Bible teach women can be pastors? Are our churches entertaining, rather than teaching people the Bible? Is Christianity a white-man's religion? WHANAU, overjoyed to have our dear brother Pastor Clifford Wadsworth from Cornerstone Baptist in Otara, address these questions, and others, in our latest PASTORING A LOCAL CHURCH IN OTARA, SOUTH AUCKLAND. Privileged to korero with this dear brother. FYI Cornerstone Baptist meets on Sundays 33 Birmingham Road, Otara, South Auckland. Ma te Atua e manaaki! Hit us up on our Fresh Truth Ministries socials on FB, Insta etc. #BudgetButBlessed

A wonderful conversation with an amazing Tongan grandmother - Saane Finau - from Auckland, NZ. Saane shares about her search for truth, meeting & studying with Catholics, Methodists, Jehovah's Witnesses and Mormons. She shares her testimony about finding Biblical truth, being passionate about the full Gospel of Jesus Christ, & also being a godly parent and grandparent to her 5 children and 15 grandchildren. If you're a parent/grandparent, or maybe you're searching for truth, have a listen to Saane's journey of faith. UPDATE & SPOILER ALERT - Since recording the Pod, her husband who she shares about in the Pod is now a born-again believer and follower of Jesus Christ. ALL GLORY TO GOD! 

Our special guest for this longer but power-packed episode is Dr Robert Siakimotu, who's been in Christian ministry for over 40+ years with OAC (Open Air Campaigners) Ministry, Walk Thru The Bible Ministry, and Onehunga Bible Fellowship. Robert has served the Lord throughout Aotearoa and all over the world, including Rwanda, Russia and Fiji. In this Episode, he covers the topic of being UNASHAMED OF THE GOSPEL. Robert is a proud Niuean, married to an amazing Fijian woman named Laisa, and live in Mangere, South Auckland. Check out the Episode family. #FreshTruthPodcast #BudgetAsButBlessed