Our Mission

To equip and prepare those who come into the college for ordained ministry by deepening their faith, spirituality, and Intellectual capability so that they become effectively and faithfully witnesses to Christ’s love in society.

Our Vision

A transforming college where ordinands and the Baptized are nurtured and empowered to be dynamic leaders in the Ministry of God through the discovery and cultivation of their God-given talents and gifts.

3 Tikanga and Oceania Relationships

St John the Baptist Theological College is proud to be affiliated with and adhere to the standards of the FHEC and SPATS. Our relationship extends to our 3Tikanga Colleges and we wish to acknowledge Te Rau College and Bishopdale College and Oceania, the Anglican Church of Melanesia.

The Five Marks of Mission:

The mission of the Church is the mission of Christ

  1. To proclaim the Good News of the Kingdom

  2. To teach, baptize, and nurture new believers

  3. To respond to human needs by loving service

  4. To transform unjust structures of society, to challenge violence of every kind, and pursue peace and reconciliation

  5. To strive to safeguard the integrity of creation, and sustain and renew the life of the earth

A transforming college where ordinands and the Baptized are nurtured and empowered to be dynamic leaders in the Ministry of God through the discovery and cultivation of their God-given talents and gifts.

Our Principles & Values

The College give equal opportunity to everyone in the community and we value each individual’s contribution to the ministry and mission of the church