E te whanau a te Karaiti o te Pihopatanga o Waiapu, tēnā koutou katoa,
I am delighted to announce that the Reverend Peter Bargh has been appointed as the new Archdeacon of Tauranga City and Coast starting 1 April 2025. Peter brings a deep love for the church, a heart for pastoral care, and a strong commitment to equipping and supporting clergy in their vocation. With a wealth of experience in parish and provincial leadership and a passion for building vibrant faith communities, he is well-placed to offer guidance, encouragement, and strategic oversight in this important region.
Peter will be on secondment one day a week from Kurahautū, the Archbishop’s Wayfinder Unit, where he contributes to innovative approaches in mission and ministry across the church. Peter’s deep connection with Te Pīhopatanga o Aotearoa enriches his leadership, and he brings a strong commitment to our Tikanga Rua relationships. I am grateful for the encouragement shown by Atipīhopa Don in his support of this secondment for the next 12-18 months.
As Archdeacon, Peter will support me and the Bishop’s Leadership Team in working closely with clergy and lay leaders to foster discipleship, strengthen church life, and ensure our parishes are well-supported in their ministry and mission. His leadership will be instrumental in helping us live out our diocesan vision of Faith Giving Life, rooted in the values of Hari (joy), Aroha (love), and Rongo (peace). This role will ensure our strategic vision is lived out in Tauranga and beyond. Please join us in welcoming Peter to this new role, and in praying for him as he steps into this season of service.
Yours in Christ,
The Rt Rev’d Andrew Hedge
Bishop of Waiapu
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