When a Church is not a Church
Jaimee van Gemerden argues for a provocative but simple idea: the main problem with megachurches is that they don't really constitute 'church.'
Can Christianity Be Saved from Sexual Abuse? Purity Culture, Gender, and Sex
Jaimee van Gemerden’s powerful kōrero from our most recent event.
Responding as a Christian to the Abuse in Care Final Report
With the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Abuse in Care’s final report published on the 24th of July, Jaimee reflects on the importance of Christian engagement with the findings and advocating for change that need to be made in the church in Aotearoa.
Going Home? A Question of Paakehaa Belonging
Meditating on her travels, Jaimee van Gemerden shares her thoughts on “going home” and ponders questions of belonging for Pākehā.
The Church Needs Feminists
In light of International Women’s Day, Jaimee van Gemerden shows how feminism sharpens the church’s witness rather than distracting it from the gospel.
Why You Should Delete Your Social Media This Summer
Examining both recent research into technology use and experiences within her own life, Jaimee van Gemerden makes the case for going social media free this summer.
The Report on Arise: 92 Theses for the Church of Aotearoa
Jaimee van Gemerden reflects on the leaked Pathfinding report on Arise and what lessons it holds for all churches and church leaders in Aotearoa.
So, You’re Searching for a New Faith Community. What Comes Next?
Whether from burnout, spiritual trauma, or just a change of life’s circumstance, you might be searching for a new faith community. Jaimee van Gemerden shares some stories and some advice.
Sexual Misconduct in the Church: The Tightrope of Grace and Accountability
Jaimee van Gemerden reflects on two recent stories of sexual misconduct in Christian organisations—Hillsong Church and Christianity Today—and the way they illustrate ongoing tensions between grace and accountability.
Things to Read This Waitangi Day
A reading list and opportunity to reflect as we mark the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
A Theology of Making Tea
Jaimee van Gemerden reflects on the types of theological knowledge that are privileged in the church, and offers suggestions for ways all types of theology can be honoured.
Challenging the Evil of Modesty Culture
Jaimee van Gemerden interrogates the effects of modesty culture and the objectification of women that it upholds and entrenches.
Are Weddings the Patriarchy’s Last Stand?
Jaimee van Gemerden explores some of the hypocrisy and contradictions of egalitarian weddings.
My Response to Tearfund’s Ethical Fashion Guide
Jaimee van Gemerden reflects on this year’s Ethical Fashion Guide from Tearfund and why it’s a great step in the right direction.
End of Life Choice: A Clash of Irreconcilable Ideologies
Jaimee van Gemerden explains why her decision to vote ‘no’ on the upcoming End of Life Choice Act is more than a merely legislative choice but also an ideological one.