Philip and Stefi Plimmer For many of us, our university years with the Navigators were marked by a deep and personal one-on-one discipling experience. Those were formative times—meeting weekly with someone who cared for our spiritual growth, helping us apply …
A Chance Encounter That Changed Everything
Roger Clibborn In October 1965, I was working as a graphic artist for an ad agency in Christchurch and living at home with my parents and older brother. One Sunday afternoon, my mum asked me to go pick up some …
Discipleship Doesn’t Happen Alone
Brian Wachter In one of Paul’s final letters to Timothy, he gives a passing-the-baton kind of charge:“And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men who will be able to teach others …
Becoming a Practitioner of the Word of God
by Brian Wachter “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.” — 2 Timothy 2:15 (ESV) Reading the Bible for personal encouragement …
Growing in Faith Through Fellowship, Friendship and Online Devotionals
by Sharon Paine Discipleship and fellowship are at the heart of the Christian journey. Traditionally, they bring to mind face-to-face gatherings—small group Bible studies, heartfelt conversations, and the sharing of life’s highs and lows over bottomless cups of coffee. But …
Seeing The Value Of Our Work Through A Faith Lens
Aislinn Molloy Peter and I love helping people think about their work through a faith lens. We have a vision for workers discovering that God cares deeply about their work—leading to transformed inner lives and a life that testifies to …
Inspirational story of life-to-life discipleship
by Simon Cayzer Anthony is involved with the Navigators Settlers’ work. I recently met with him to find out how he helps men coming out of prison and others who are getting free of addiction. “One way I help,” he …
The Longer View of Disciplemaking
Written by Lynton Brocklehurst (Originally printed in the April 1992 NZ Navigators publication, this article was updated for inclusion in this edition) When Jesus called the disciples to follow him, he had a transformative journey in mind, far beyond their …
Everyday Discipleship: One-to-One
The Heart of Disciplemaking Written by Brian Wachter Making disciples didn’t originate with a Navigators ministry strategy or training resource—it came from the very heart of God. Jesus’ call in Matthew 28:18–20 isn’t just for a select few with formal …
A Lifetime of Faithful Presence
An Interview with Lynton and Philippa Brocklehurst Written by Kathryn Taylor For sixty years, Lynton and Philippa Brocklehurst have been followers of Jesus. The Navigators have been instrumental in their growth, equipping them with the tools for Bible study, scripture …










