More than 130 delegates, staff and volunteers have gathered in Auckland, New Zealand, from September 12 to 15 for the 7th constituency meeting of the New Zealand Pacific Union Conference (NZPUC).
Dr Eddie Tupa’i has been reappointed as the president of NZPUC. Dr Tupa’i was first elected as union president in 2018. Prior to that he was president of the North New Zealand Conference (NNZC) for more than 12 years.
“ It is an absolute privilege to be asked once again to lead the New Zealand Pacific Union Conference. I very much want to thank God for this opportunity as well as our great team and I also want to acknowledge my family,” said Dr Tupa’i. He highlighted that the next quinquennium’s focus will be on equipping leaders “for mission that brings change and transformation to peoples’ lives”.
Pastor Eddie is married to Tessa and they have four adult sons and three grandchildren.
NZPUC secretary and chief financial officer Pastor Kheir Boutros has also been reappointed, continuing in the role he has held since 2023. Prior to that he was the NNZC CFO for 3 years.
Mr Boutros also emphasised the importance of equipping for transformation and mission. “As well as focusing on NZPUC for Christ and figuring out how it serves the union and division,” he said.
Mr Boutros is married to Lorelle and they have one daughter.
Prior to the business meeting on Sabbath evening, attendees gathered on Friday evening for a welcome dinner and opening Sabbath program, featuring games to help the delegates get to know one another and a message from South Pacific Division CFO Francois Keet. Sabbath afternoon featured reports from each mission and conference, each followed by a musical number.
