NEW ZEALAND

New Zealand, with the size of Colorado, is a country of green fields, rolling hills, beautiful beaches, snow capped mountains and glaciers. Composed of two major islands, this country southeast of Australia enjoys temperate climates.

Population: 4 million

Language: English, Maori

Ethnic Groups: European, Maori, and Asian

Per Capita Income: $26,200

Capital: Wellington

Religions: Anglican (15%), Roman Catholic (12%), Presbyterian (11%), Methodist (3%), Pentecostal (1.7%), Baptist (1.3%), other Christian (9%)

Government: Parliamentary democracy

History: In the 1800s, the Maori people entered into an agreement with Great Britain, who subsequently colonized the country. Ensuing ethnic wars began and in 1907, New Zealand became an independent nation. Although Christianity is claimed as the religion by most people, the majority of New Zealanders is unchurched and has been mostly unresponsive to the Gospel.

CCI’s ministry here: CCI began ministry here in 2005 and now the training has spread among various Bible believing churches. Don Rhody (Strategic Coordinator for the South Pacific) leads the training ministry here. Don & Vivian Rhody (drhody@cciint.org) moved here to further spread the training.

For project needs, please contact us at info@crossingculturesint.org