About Us
We are a network of Christian believers across New Zealand with a heart for the nation of Turkey.
Our heart for Turkey is shared through events like monthly Zoom prayer meetings and our Prayer Newsletter. We are regularly engaged in meetings with Christian leaders in Turkey, and meetings with our network, nationwide.
We are looking forward to gathering together at our National Conference, Regional Meetings and Trips to Turkey when possible.
National Conference
Register now for early bird prices till 31st May!
Registration includes supper on Friday night, and a fully catered lunch and snacks throughout the day on Saturday.
Zoom Prayer Meetings
Monthly prayer meetings connecting with Turkish leaders and New Zealanders in Turkey. Get up-to-date info, be inspired, and encourage one another in prayer.
Local Gatherings
These vary from place to place throughout the year. We often meet in someone’s home to hear from someone returned from Turkey, join with friends for a prayer walk on ANZAC Day, or pray for the Muslim world during Ramadan. These gatherings are fun and informal and usually involve food.
Trips to Turkey
NZTN typically organises a trip to Turkey every two years - although of course this has been put on hold until travel becomes a bit simpler. These trips are a great opportunity to connect with others in the network, go and see Turkey first-hand and meet the people we pray for and serve. It’s also a chance to visit Gallipoli and do a tour of the Seven Churches of Revelation. Everyone who has visited Turkey has said it was a life-changing experience where God did something significant in their hearts. Past trips have included serving teams, prayer teams and worship teams.
“To serve the Church in Turkey by encouraging people, partnerships and prayer.”
Just like a net or a web with many cords and connections, our network is a whole community of Christians connected to Turkey in NZ. Everyone has a part to play and everyone is needed to make it wonderful.
The Board and Executive Team are based in Auckland, Christchurch, Whangarei, Tauranga and Ashburton. All of us have visited Turkey with God impacting us deep in our hearts for the people of this nation. Many on our team have also lived and served there long term, bringing a wealth of experience, understanding and perspective to our network and teams.