Faith, Made Public.
Our mission is to “influence the influencers”, from parents to pastors and public officials, helping believers cultivate wisdom, courage and conviction.
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Faith Made Public (FMP) aims to assist Christian believers in embodying the flourishing life of the future Kingdom of Hope—within a world so often marked by contradictions to faith, hope and love. Its mission is to “influence the influencers” by inspiring Christian leaders, pastors and the lay public to develop a proper confidence in the Gospel and to live lives that are faithfully present in the fragmented and divided public spaces of modern democracy.
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Dr Craig & Kim Heilmann
Dr Craig Heilmann is a theologian and ethicist with advanced degrees from Duke University and Regent College, whose work centres on public theology, discipleship, and cultural engagement. After 15 years pastoring in Auckland, he and his wife Kim now lead Faith Made Public, helping people understand the relevance of faith in everyday life.
Kim, founder of Attitude and a longtime youth leader with Youth for Christ, brings over 30 years of frontline experience supporting young people across New Zealand. Together, they are passionate about equipping parents and church leaders to engage the next generation—creating space for honest questions, real conversations, and a faith that speaks meaningfully into today’s world.
In this episode of Family Matters, Simon interviews Dr. Craig Heilmann, a pastor and theologian who has recently returned to Australia from New Zealand. They explore Craig's new ministry, Faith Made Public, which encourages Christians to assert their faith confidently in today's complex public sphere.
Simon delves into a recent Substack that Craig wrote, where he discusses how, Craig despite the secular world's push against Christianity, there is a notable resurgence of religious faith, particularly among young people, even in places previously thought to be less religious.
They discuss the growth of church attendance, conversions from New Age movements, and unexpected religious revivals in highly secular states like Victoria, Australia. The conversation addresses the challenges of modern isolation and the dehumanizing effects of the contemporary world, emphasizing the church's role in offering hope, community, and a sense of purpose.
Craig and Simon discuss the importance of relationship in a world often focused on isolated self-improvement. Craig emphasises the need for churches to focus on relational ministry, noting that the foyer, where initial interactions occur, is now a critical part of church life.
The episode also reflects on the enduring strength of Christian tradition, the significance of civic friendship, and the foundational role of the church in rebuilding and sustaining society amidst rising political polarisation and societal challenges.
You can find Dr Heilmann's Substack at https://substack.com/@faithmadepublic and his website at https://www.faithmadepublic.com/