# Baptist NZ

> National communication platform for the Baptist Union of New Zealand. (iPhone/iPad app by Baptist Churches Of New Zealand.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baptist-nz/id1436656518 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Baptist Churches Of New Zealand](https://appshunter.io/developer/1436656517)
- Category: Education, News
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 59 MB
- Released: 2018-10-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baptist-nz/id1436656518/reviews.md

## What is Baptist NZ?

This app is the national communication platform of the Baptist Union of New Zealand. This union is the 250 member churches and faith communities located within six Regional Baptist Associations throughout the country. Replacing the printed Baptist magazine and newspaper after 146 years, this app is the home of great content that shares the stories of gospel renewal to people and places, articles that encourage, inspire, and inform, as well as podcasts and video to support, resource, and bring together the team of 40,000 Baptists in Aotearoa New Zealand.
 
This app toggles between any local Baptist church that is also using the EzyChurch platform to share local church newsletters, rosters, sermons, events, and other local church content.
 
The CSC Buying Group discounts are also easily accessed giving discounts to more than 30 New Zealand retailers.
 
For those Apple Airplay and Google Chromecast lovers, we have full AirPlay and casting functionality too.

## Key features

- National communication platform
- Church stories and articles
- Podcasts and videos
- Local church content integration
- Retailer discounts
- AirPlay and Chromecast support

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/baptist-nz/id1436656518/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great to see The Baptist evolve onto an app

*2023-07-23*

After about 146 years of news, stories and articles in print version from the Baptist Union of New Zealand, it’s great to see there’s now an app continuing to provide great content for the collective/union of Baptist churches.

## Frequently asked questions about Baptist NZ

### What is Baptist NZ?

Baptist NZ is the national communication platform for the Baptist Union of New Zealand. It provides news, articles, podcasts, and videos for its 250 member churches and faith communities.

### What kind of content can I find on Baptist NZ?

You can find stories of gospel renewal, encouraging and informative articles, as well as podcasts and videos designed to support and connect the Baptist community in New Zealand.

### Can Baptist NZ connect me to my local church?

Yes, Baptist NZ toggles between local Baptist churches using the EzyChurch platform to share newsletters, rosters, sermons, events, and other local church content.

### Does Baptist NZ offer any discounts?

Yes, users can easily access CSC Buying Group discounts, providing savings at over 30 New Zealand retailers.

### Does Baptist NZ support casting or AirPlay?

Yes, Baptist NZ has full AirPlay and Google Chromecast functionality, allowing you to cast content to compatible devices.

### What devices is Baptist NZ available on?

Baptist NZ is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Baptist NZ updated?

The latest version of Baptist NZ is 6.6.9, and it was last updated on May 1, 2025, indicating active development and regular updates.

### Is Baptist NZ suitable for all ages?

Baptist NZ has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for children and adults within the Baptist community.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 8.0.2 — 2026-08-14

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 8.0.1 — 2026-08-11

Performance improvements and bug fixes.

### 6.6.9 — 2025-05-01

minor UI updates

### 6.6.8 — 2025-03-18

minor UI updates

### 6.6.7 — 2024-11-15

iOS 18 support

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