Who We Are
‘MotiVate’ is the New Zealand office of Missionary Ventures – a non-denominational family of Christians, bound together by our love for God and our commitment to reaching the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ.
We are rooted in relationships – encouraging, collaborating with, and supporting the church around the globe in fulfilling the Great Commission.
What We Do
Our main focus, both at home and around the world, is the spread of the good news of the gospel. We believe that discipleship is the foundation of the Great Commission, and when performed through personal relationships, intentional projects, and strategic ministries, we are able to achieve maximum impact upon countless lives for the glory of God’s Kingdom.
Through Bible Training, we are able to prepare students’ minds and hearts to venture into the world, skilfully sharing the gospel wherever they go.
We are committed to the formation of gatherings of believers who worship, grow, and commit themselves to sharing their faith.
Around the developing world, Missionary Ventures serves local Christian schools by strengthening them to carry out their Kingdom calling.
We desire to see families and communities thrive. We seek to see individuals become not only followers of Jesus but also see families lifted out of the cycles of poverty and disease.
Mobilisation
Where is God calling you?
We mobilise ordinary people, just like you, in impactful ministry opportunities and for varying lengths of service.
While not one of our primary ministry initiatives, we will raise funds to support emergency relief work through our national leaders where possible.
Stories from the Mission Field
Be encouraged and inspired as you read our stories of lives transformed through the power of God’s love, and ask Him to show you how you can be personally involved – through your prayers, financial support or by serving in New Zealand or overseas.
New Zealand – Training for Tonga Christian Radio Hosts
Following the installation of the new broadcast system in Tonga, we planned a weekend of broadcast, leadership and discipleship training for six of the TCRFM Radio Hosts, hosted by Rhema Media at their Auckland HQ & Studios.
The sessions included …
PHILIPPINES – Awesome Power of Blessing Conferences
Richard Brunton (author; ‘The Awesome Power of Blessing), ministered last weekend in Lapulapu city, Cebu to 120 leaders from across the city at the first of two ‘Blessing’ conferences, hosted by our National Leaders …
TONGA – A New Season for Tonga Christian Radio
After almost two years of planning and preparation, the new digital broadcast system is now installed and broadcasting over FM across the main island (Tongatapu) …
MYANMAR – Three Months Since the Earthquake
“I felt like we all were mad, we look one another and did not understand whether we are alive or whether we are in spirit! I do not know why I am alive, but I knew God had a plan for me in my life”, recounted one Myanmarese lady to our Myanmar leader during his visit to distribute relief aid funded through the generous support of donors in New Zealand, and beyond …
THAILAND – The Story of Two New Churches
In this season of new fruitfulness for Mission Ventures Thailand (MVT), we have clearly seen the hand of God at work through the birth of two new churches filled with life, hope, and devotion—MV Nong Bua Church and MV Pak Khat Church …
MYANMAR – 7.7 magnitude earthquake causes widespread destruction
“Pray for Myanmar! We are safe. But many are suffering. We need the hand of God.
The devastation seems very huge beyond descriptions and media coverage. This is the worst in 186 years. Unfortunately thousands will be killed, many being trapped under rubbles. The worst is no sufficient rescue workers due to conscription law, many fled to forest for fear of being enlisted to armies forcefully. The news keeps coming and it does not look good at all …
PHILIPPINES – Clean Water for Mangyan Communities
Since our last post, we learned from Ps Danny Macuha that two other communities in Occidental (West) Mindoro have been affected by further storms, flooding and landslides over the recent weeks. More than 90 families are unable to access safe drinking water and have requested urgent assistance.
NEW ZEALAND – Tonga Young Adult Leaders’ Retreat 2025
We were blessed to host 50+ young adults in January for 3 days of leadership training with experienced leaders from around the world.
We also organised a Youth Rally – attended by the group and Auckland-based family members, and contributed a Pasifika item to ‘Gather25’ …
PHILIPPINES – Devastating Impact of Typhoon Kristine
We are writing to share an update on the devastating impact of Typhoon Kristine and the ongoing rescue efforts in affected areas. The storm has caused severe flooding and destruction, particularly in the Bicol Region, Region 4a (my place) and some part of Luzon.
Entire communities have been submerged, with families displaced and homes destroyed. Mindoro Island was affected some areas are submerged due to heavy rain.