Ps Cliff sits down with Herman and Kokoi Aviu, a couple with rich cultural backgrounds from Kiribati, to talk about their journey from high school sweethearts to a faith-centered family.

Topics Covered:

• Cultural roots: growing up in Kiribati and Nauru - 2:10
• High school crushes and the beginning of their relationship - 5:56
• Moving from friends to serious relationship - 11:51
• Relocating to New Zealand and navigating new dynamics - 15:22
• Early marriage, parenthood, and the reality check - 18:55
• Coping mechanisms and struggles in marriage - 22:09
• Challenges modern couples face today - 24:02
• The turning point: when Kokoi cried out "I need help" - 26:49
• Finding faith, community, and transformation - 32:42
• Herman's journey to faith through observing Kokoi's change - 34:14
• Encouragement for couples navigating tough seasons - 39:21
• Reflections on family, ministry, and putting God first - 45:42

This is an honest, vulnerable conversation about what marriage really looks like - the struggles, the breaking points, and the transformation that happens when you surrender to God. Herman and Kokoi share how societal expectations, busy lifestyles, and personal coping mechanisms nearly broke their marriage, and how faith became the turning point that changed everything.

Whether you're dating, engaged, married, or just navigating relationships, this episode offers real talk on love, faith, and what it means to build a family centered on God.

Connect with The Render Gathering:🌐 www.therendergathering.com📍 Auckland, New Zealand

Episode 5 | ~14 minutes

Pastor Shaun sits down with Mark Iremia, youth leader at the Render Gathering, to talk about what's happening in youth ministry, chaplaincy work in schools and sports, and reflections on God's goodness from this week's service.

Topics Covered:

• Youth activities: movie nights, Bible studies, and spiritual growth - 0:58
• Young people becoming social influencers in their community - 3:59
• Chaplaincy work: mental and spiritual wellbeing in schools and sports - 3:59
• The importance of showing up and being present for young people - 7:03
• Service highlights: Pastor Colin's message on God's inherent goodness - 9:46
• Valentine's Day reflections: the love of Christ as the greatest gift - 13:00

Mark shares what it's really like doing chaplaincy work with young athletes and students - it's not about having all the answers, it's about showing up. They discuss how the youth at TRG are growing in their relationship with God and becoming influencers in their own communities. Plus, reflections on this week's service about God's nature and how every love song ultimately points back to the greatest love of all.

Whether you're interested in youth ministry, want to understand chaplaincy work, or just need a reminder of God's goodness, this episode shows how being present makes all the difference.

Related Episodes:Ep. 4: Ladies Breakfast, Men's Hangout & Love the Lord With All

Connect with The Render Gathering:🌐 www.therendergathering.com📍 Auckland, New Zealand

New episodes of What's On This Week drop weekly.

Episode 2 | ~25 minutes

Hine and Vincent sit down with youth leaders Salome and Jericho for real talk about faith journeys, identity struggles, and what it's really like stepping into youth leadership.

Topics Covered:

• Faith journeys: becoming Christians and youth leaders - 2:49
• Understanding identity in Christ vs. what the world says - 6:06
• Wrestling with feelings of unworthiness and acceptance - 9:28
• Real experiences of youth leadership and stepping up - 13:30
• Youth events, camp reflections, and community growth - 17:49
• Encouragement from scripture: being the light of Jesus - 24:03

This episode gets honest about the questions young Christians actually face. Are you worthy enough? Do you need to change to be accepted? How do you find your identity when everything around you says something different? Salome and Jericho share their personal stories of doubt, growth, and discovering who they are in Christ.

Whether you're navigating your own faith journey, dealing with self-worth issues, or wondering if you belong in leadership, this conversation will remind you that you're not alone and that your identity is found in Him.

Featured:Hosts: Hine, VincentGuests: Salome (Youth Leader), Jericho (Youth Leader)

Related Episodes:Ep. 1: Pilot Episode with Hine, Vincent & Mark

Sign up for youth events: therendergathering.com

Connect with The Render Gathering:🌐 www.therendergathering.com📍 Auckland, New Zealand | Youth Ministry

New episodes of For The Youngins drop monthly.

Episode 4 | ~14 minutes

Pastor Shaun and Tita recap this week's community life at the Render Gathering – ladies' breakfast at Ground Floor Cafe, men's bonfire, and new term hangouts including Pickleball and Prayer Works launching this week.

Topics Covered:

• Ladies' breakfast recap: harvest season and reaping what you sow - 0:37
• Men's bonfire hangout and community fellowship - 3:15
• New hangouts starting: Pickleball, Prayer Works, Summer Walks - 4:39
• Pastor Cliff's message on Matthew 22:37-40: experiencing and sharing God's love - 8:42
• Youth leader Hine hosts Sunday service for the first time - 10:51
• Render Me membership update and pastoral sabbatical prayer - 11:46

This week we break down Pastor Cliff's message on loving God with all your heart, mind, and soul – and what "love the Lord with all" really means when you stop and think about it. We celebrate youth stepping into leadership, discuss why connection between Sundays matters, and give you all the details on how to get plugged into hangouts this term.

Whether you're looking to join a community activity, need midweek encouragement, or want to understand what fellowship looks like at TRG, this episode shows you why people are our vibe.

Featured:Hosts: Pastor Shaun, Tita

Related Episodes:Ep. 3: Term 1 Hangouts PreviewEp. 5: Coming next week

Sign up for hangouts: therendergathering.com/hangouts

Connect with The Render Gathering:🌐 www.therendergathering.com📍 Auckland, New Zealand

New episodes of What's On This Week drop weekly.

Hine and Vincent sit down with youth leaders Salome and Jericho for real talk about identity, self-worth, and finding your place in faith.

They share personal stories about leadership struggles, pressure to conform, and those moments of doubt. We're getting honest about what it's really like navigating faith as a young person and why understanding your identity in Christ changes everything.

Plus, reflections on recent youth events and encouragement for anyone questioning if they're "worthy enough."

Connect: www.therendergathering.com | Auckland, New Zealand

New episodes regularly!

Shaun and Tita recap this week at the Render Gathering – from our prayer gathering to celebrating milestones and welcoming new hangout hosts.

We unpack recent sermon themes on identity and purpose, share upcoming fellowship opportunities, and encourage you to stay connected as we move through the term.

Connect: www.therendergathering.com | Auckland, New Zealand

New episodes every week!

Pastor Shaun and Tita preview Term 1 2026 at the Render Gathering.

We're covering all the hangouts and events this term – sports, cultural explorations, prayer gatherings, and Bible studies. Tita shares holiday reflections on community, plus insights from Pastor Cliff's sermon on the seven I AM's and finding your identity in Christ.

Get ready for Hangout Hookup Sunday and learn how to get connected.

Connect: www.therendergathering.com | Auckland, New Zealand

Welcome to the very first episode of 'For The Yunguns' – where young people get real about faith, life, and figuring it all out together!

Host Cliff hangs out with Hine, Vincent, and youth leader Mark for genuine conversations about what it's really like growing up in faith. No filters, no pretending – just honest talk about the messy, beautiful journey of following Jesus as a young person.

We're diving into everything from those "aha" moments when faith suddenly clicks, to how camp became the place where real friendships were formed. Hine and Vincent share their personal stories, Mark drops some wisdom on youth leadership, and we all get excited about what's ahead for our youth.

We're talking about:

• Why connection is everything (and how ours leveled up this year)
• Personal faith stories and those moments when it all made sense
• How camp creates friendships that actually last
• What youth leadership looks like when it's real
• Our favorite moments from this year and what's coming next
• Why your relationship with God is yours – and that's a good thing

Whether you're navigating your own faith journey, looking for community, or just want to hear from other young people who get it, pull up a chair and join the conversation.

It's great to be back together.

Connect with us:www.therendergathering.comAuckland, New Zealand

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Welcome back to the Render Gathering podcast! In this episode of 'What's On This Week', Pastor Cliff, Lisa, and Shaun reconnect after the Christmas break to discuss church life, community engagement, and the exciting activities happening in our Auckland community.

We explore the importance of hangouts for building meaningful relationships, dive into the Render Kids Play Group designed for parents and children to connect, and reflect on redemption as our key theme for the new year. Whether you're looking to deepen your faith, connect with community, or balance your spiritual walk, this conversation offers practical encouragement and actionable ways to get involved.

Topics Covered:

• Life of the church post-Christmas season
• The power of hangouts and community fellowship
• Render Kids Play Group activities and opportunities
• Embracing redemption in the new year
• Balancing doing for God with spending time with Him
• Staying connected through online and in-person gatherings

Perfect for anyone seeking authentic Christian community, parents looking for family-friendly church activities, or those exploring church life in Auckland.

Connect with us:Website: www.therendergathering.comLocation: Auckland, New Zealand

Join us for hangouts, bring a friend to our next gathering, or get involved with Render Kids Play Group. Subscribe for weekly encouragement and updates on church life and community events!

In this episode, Carmen Taplin, the current Nrlw and Nrl wellbeing manager at the Gold Coast Titans shares her story and the importance of mental health within professional sports.

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