So the self-annointed bishop Brian Tamaki has now become the moral barometer for all New Zealand manhood? We are indeed all blessed! In a four page Christmas message to us blokes, he has asked us 'to drop our egos, treat women with respect and to man up”. Is this the same Brian Tamaki who, in an absurd and laughable outburst, blamed earthquakes on gays, sinners and murderers? (I tick just one of those boxes). Is this the same Brian Tamaki who takes lavish international holidays at the expense of his vulnerable flock? Are these the same Tamakis who drive luxury end Mercedes while those in the pews take buses? Well I have a message for the bishop. And it won't take four pages. Regardless of the value of the anti-domestic message bro, it was lost on me and perhaps most people. You may have an audience inside your meeting house but beyond those walls, I suspect few of us give a jot about what you think about anything. And as for calling on New Zealand men to drop their egos, take a very close look in the mirror Brian. Regardless, I wish you and your people a very happy Christmas.

S Smith, Otumoetai.