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Steve Gladen Conference – Toongabbie
Steve Gladen founder of the Small Group Network (SGN) and Small Group Pastor at Saddleback Church will run a two day conference in Sydney .
Steve will be focusing How to Build a Healthy Small Group ministry in your church. To grow God’s kingdom, it is integral that we grow larger and smaller at the same time!
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Church Event: CMS Friday Fellowship – City
Come along to our Friday Fellowship gathering where we’ll hear from a real-life missionary about what God is doing in Japan.
No RSVPs required – we’d love for you to join us for morning tea as we’re reminded about God’s big purpose for a world that knows Jesus.
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Church Event: GEM women’s ministry – Diamonds out of Dust – Epping
Diamonds are gems created and refined by pressure. Like diamonds, we are refined by the fire of life’s pressures and experiences.
Speaker, Megan Edwards, will look at reflection, restoration and healing leading to ultimate refining, as we become the women God means us to be.
Come along for a half-day seminar where you will be refreshed and encouraged, in the company of other like-minded women.
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Art from Inside 2018 – Unfailing Love – Parklea
Exhibition of inmate art on the theme, “Unfailing Love” (Romans 8:38–39). Each year current and former inmates across NSW and the ACT are invited to participate in Art from Inside, a theme based competition for those caught up in the cycle of crime.
There are 31 artworks created by inmates on display at Parklea Correctional Centre. Come and see the winners, as well as vote for your favourite for the Peoples Choice award.
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Oxygen Christian Leaders Conference – Homebush
Oxygen conference exists to refresh Christian leaders. For 3 days this June, leaders from across Australia will gather in Sydney to hear from God and renew their zeal and fervour for serving Him. If you are a leader in a church, ministry, organisation, or your community, Oxygen is for you.
Speakers at Oxygen 2018 include:
- Bob Kauflin, Jared C. Wilson, Jen Wilkin, Kirk Patston
- Michael Ramsden, Mike Raiter, Nancy Guthrie, Peter Williams and Sam Chan
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Foster Care Information Session – Liverpool
The Department of Family and Community Services will be hosting a free information session to talk about the urgent need for Foster Carers in the region.
There will be a short presentation about foster caring that talks about the process of becoming a carer and also highlights the dynamics of foster caring.
Please come along to find out more about foster caring and help raise awareness in our community about this urgent need.
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Winter Feast & Jazz Night – Waterloo
It’s that time of year where we cosy up from the cold weather and warm up in the Freedom Hub for our Winter Feast!
Bring your friends, family and colleagues to enjoy spectacular live jazz music, win fantastic prizes in our raffle, and know that you are changing lives! Yes all profits help victims of modern slavery.
Ticket price includes canapes and drink on arrival at our stunning 100-year-old venue; a winter buffet dinner, delicious dessert table, and amazing live caberet jazz singers. Drinks can be purchased from the bar. This is a great way to support this cause! Please book online.
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Church Event: Onward: Culture / Life / God – High Schoolers – Olympic Park
God never changes, but culture does.
God doesn’t call Christians to retreat from the world; he calls us to live in it, as his people.
What exactly does that look like, in real life?
Answering that question is what Onward 18 is all about.
Public Evangelist, Sam Chan (City Bible Forum) will be joining us to share two talks titled ‘Coming out as a Christian’ and ‘Atheism, Science, God: One of these doesn’t belong’.
Tickets are $29 for high-schoolers. As this is an under-18 event, every group must be supervised by a leader who is over 18. More details online.
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Church Event: NOW! – Night of Worship – Mortdale
Come & See! (John 1:39)
Join us for NOW – Night of Worship – raising our shout of victory in praise and worship with a powerful message from Father Isuru Weliwatte, MGL.
The presence of God manifest prophetically, healing and transforming testimony.
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Westmead Winter Wonderland family funday
Looking for a fun, family winter event? Join us at Westmead Winter Wonderland! There will be winter craft, games, music, jumping castle, animal farm and photo-booth! Activities are suitable for children aged 2–12 years (preschool/playgroup, primary school). Plenty of fun for children and adults!
Delicious hot food and drinks will be available to buy in the “Winter Market”. There will also be gift stalls selling jewellery and clothing.
Special family puppet show at 12 pm! Don’t miss it! Cost: $10 per child, accompanying adults free. Book your family ticket online and see you there!
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Church Event – Onward: Culture / Life / God – Young Adults & Adults – Olympic Park
God never changes, but culture does.
God doesn’t call Christians to retreat from the world; he calls us to live in it, as his people.
What exactly does that look like, in real life?
Answering that question is what Onward 18 is all about.
Apologist Michael Ramsden (International Director for RZIM) and Peter Williams (Principal of Tyndale House) will be joining the platform as guest speakers.
Tickets are $69 for adults and $49 for concession card holders. More info online.
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Church Event: Brunch At Parramatta & FREE Guitar Lessons – Parramatta
We run this Brunch every first Saturday of the month. This is a morning of great vegetarian food, table conversations, meeting new people, short inspirational message and most of all join a community.
There’s also a one-hour guitar lesson – bring your own guitar if you have one.
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Open Mic Night – Marrickville
Urban Grace Open Mic Nights present local talent in an amazing natural amphitheatre. Musicians, Poets and Comedians all gather to entertain an audience under the moonlight, amongst trees and near a community garden.
Food and hot drinks are available for purchase. This is a free, all-aged event with a kids’ corner to keep the little ones busy.
Please come and enjoy the great talent the Inner West has to offer.
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Church Event: Kids Camp – Winmalee
This will be five days of fun in the lower Blue Mountains for children in Years 3–6. The conference centre is surrounded by beautiful bushland and provides great food and recreational facilities.
We’ll have games, sport, swimming, flying fox, camp fire, craft, singing and Bible stories.
Supervised by trained leaders and staying in air-conditioned accommodation.
Transport available from North Ryde. Please register online.
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Church Event: Wollondilly Peoples Praise – Picton
Chase away the winter blues singing your favourite hymns and choruses in an afternoon of praise and worship at Wollondilly Peoples Praise. The afternoon is open to people of all faiths so come and sing your heart out as we select hymns and choruses from Scripture In Song Books.
Guest artists are from The Tahmoor Baptist Church Worship Team. Singing commences at 2:30.
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Kids’ Holiday Club – Gymea Bay
During the first week of the school holidays, Gymea Peoples Church will host a holiday club for children. We will enjoy lots of fun together playing games and making craft all around the theme of Jesus Christ.
God has shown great kindness in Jesus and we want all children to get the chance to learn the truth about Jesus from the Bible. All are welcome.
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HAWK Kids Club – Waitara
HAWK is a Holiday Kids Club for school-aged children from kindergarten through to Year 6.
There will be games, live music, drama, craft, cooking, movie (Wednesday til 3 pm) and Bible talks throughout the day. This year we are the Knights of the King and we are searching for the King of Kings.
Exciting news is the added program for Year 5 and 6 students from 1 pm – 3 pm for each day. Afternoon activities include Board Games and Wii (Tuesday), Movie (Wednesday), and slot cars (Thursday). Please book online. Your friends are welcome too!
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MBM Kids July Holiday Club – Jungle Mania – Rooty Hill
Jungle Mania is a fun-packed holiday program for school aged children (Kindy – Year 6) that aims to introduce them to God’s Son, Jesus Christ.
The program includes daily drama, singing, story time, small-group time, as well as games, cooking, crafts and music/dance activities.
Please register online.
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‘Rock Star’ – July School Holiday Kids Club – Macquarie Park
Ever want to be a Rock Star? Learn to rock your life to the full at our upcoming July School Holiday Program.
This fun two-day program is for kids from K–4 and will include Bible stories, games, drama and craft.
Cost: $50 per child for two days or family discount available for two or more children. Cost includes all meals. Please register online.
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Church Event: Men’s Meditation Retreat – Stanwell Tops
Men are people of action! That’s how God made us. Sometimes our actions ar not as productive as they might be. Sometimes they lead to disaster.
Healthy doing comes from healthy being.
This weekend gives opportunity for hiking, tennis, hang gliding etc, but will also enable you to relax with others in fellowship, where we go a bit deeper than just talking about the weather, or how Origin went.
There’ll be guided meditation that will teach you how to be still with God, enjoy Him, and even sense Him speaking. Nothing compulsory. Plenty of time to relax and choose what you want to do. Email for more info.
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Church Event: Awake to Israel (ATI) – Epping
All are welcome to come and hear Ron Jarlett speak about “Which Kingdom did Jesus (Yeshua) preach?”.
The Kingdom Jesus preached is a most important topic, and is being addressed to the whole believing Church as well as to any inquirers Jew or Gentile; highlighting the Jewish background to understanding as it was in Jesus’ day.
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Screening of DVD presentation “The Icons of Evolution: Lucy and Friends” – Bligh Park
‘Lucy’ is likely the most famous fossil ’ape-man’ and is supposedly an icon of evolution. This fossil is often presented as ‘proof’ that humans evolved from ape-like creatures. However in this presentation, Dr John Sanford explores the major controversies about Lucy and other fossils that are rarely taught to students. Learn the true facts about these iconic fossils in this fascinating presentation.
Duration: 1 hour approximately.
Admission is free.
Come and see why the message of creation presented in the Bible is true and why the Bible’s account of our origins can be trusted.
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Treasure Seekers School Holiday Program – Bexley
Keep the kids entertained in the July School Holidays with this FREE Children’s Program for Primary School children (preschoolers welcome with parent supervision).
Lots of fun, games, craft, singing, Bible stories, activities, and prizes all week long. Morning tea provided.
Registration details are on the website. Don’t miss the fun, enrol now!
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CRU Create – Camp – Pennant Hills
Kids in years 5–10 are invited to CRU Create Camp. Spend time each day dancing, singing, attending drama workshops, and many more creative interests to prepare for the final day Showcase! Whether you’re a beginner, or already on your way to your first Academy Award, the talented tutors will help you learn new skills and grow your natural talents.
Each night we’ll have fun performing arts activities, like Hollywood Trivia and a talent show, and each day we’ll spend time learning about the Creator of creativity while having heaps of fun making new friends.
Register online today!
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GenYOUTH School Holiday Program – Bexley
Keep the teenagers entertained in the July School Holidays with this FREE Youth Program for High School students and above.
Lots of fun, games, singing, bible lessons, activities, and prizes all week long. Afternoon tea provided.
Registration details are on the website. Don’t miss the fun, enrol now!
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Church Event: Marriage & Relationships Seminar – Hoxton Park
John and Helen Burns speak with wisdom and authority on marriage, family and relationships. They are passionate about equipping the next generation to live well. Their story of fighting back from a broken and painful marriage inspires many. They have celebrated 36 years of marriage and have raised three daughters. This seminar is for all stages of relationship: married, engaged, dating and even singles wanting to learn for future relationships.
Cost: $30 per couple, $15 per individual. RSVP by 6 July.
Childminding for walking to 10 years, $3 per child.
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Winter Wonderland Kids Club – Arncliffe
Kids Club will be run by Mystart kids ministries for three days. This is more than just a holiday program. We present the Gospel message in a fun and unique way to Kids from all over our community through songs, games, object lessons, skits, videos and more. There are also crafts for kids to get involved in like making their own slime, snow globes, snowmen and much more!
Morning tea will be provided but children must bring their own lunch.
Kids Club is open to all school-aged children from Preschool through to Year 6. The cost is $10 per child per day or $25 for all 3 days. Register online.
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Lost In Space Kids Holiday – Riverwood
Registration is OPEN for the annual Riverwood – Punchbowl Anglican Church July Kids Holiday Club event!
Kids K–6 are invited to attend this super fun “LOST IN SPACE” themed holiday activity for just $5/day on . Activities, games, craft, cooking, music, drama – lots of fun. Delicious “Space” morning tea included.
Please register online or by phone or email .
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Church Event: Empowered Conference – Merrylands
Empowered Conference is coming soon. It is based on the scripture from Joshua 1:9 – “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord, your God will be with you wherever you go. Speakers are: Pastor Karly Carrasco, Pastor Emmanuel Adjei, Pastor Elmer Canas and Pastor Emmanuel Osei-Kumah.
Dates and times:
Wednesday 18 July – 7 pm
Thursday 19 July – 7 pm
Friday 20 July – 7 pm
Saturday 21 July – 5:30 pm
Sunday 22 July – 10 am
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Mental Health First Aid (Standard) – Warriewood
Each year, one in five adults in Australia will experience a common mental illness. In light of this, all members of the community can expect to have close contact with someone experiencing a mental illness.
This Standard Mental Health First Aid Course provides information about conditions including depression, anxiety, substance dependence and psychosis. There will be clear information about responding to crisis, including if someone is suicidal, how to assist someone having a panic attack, and what to do if someone is engaging in non-suicidal self injury or is unconscious due to substance abuse.
Please register online (select Standard course) or phone for more information.
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Sydney Clarinet Choir – Hornsby
The Clarinet Choir consists of some 12 players of various pitches of clarinets and they will be playing mostly classical pieces, which will sound somewhat different from what is usually heard. There will be solo and small group performances plus explanations of the various instruments. An interesting concert not to be missed.
Tickets at the door $20 or $15 concession, including afternoon tea at interval.
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Pathfinders Breakfast with Gladys Berejiklian – City
The next Pathfinders Breakfast will play host to the Hon. Gladys Berejiklian MP, Premier of New South Wales.
Those in the business world, both established and the up-and-comers, will benefit from hearing from Berejiklian’s unique insight, as she sheds light on what the state government is doing to make NSW a great place for business. There will also be a rare opportunity to glean from a more personal side of the Premier as Phil Pringle interviews Berejiklian about the role faith plays in her position and how she sets goals both personally, and as a leader in government.
$80 for Single Registration & $750 for Table Registration. Includes breakfast! Please register online below.
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Bible Conference “St Paul: Persecutor to Preacher” – West Ryde
A two-day conference, presented by Rev. Nicholas King SJ, Dr Catherine Playoust, Most Rev. David L. Walker, with participation by Most Rev. Peter A Comensoli.
In 1 Corinthians, St Paul says, “woe betide me if I do not proclaim the gospel!”.
Come and meet this endlessly fascinating man. Journey with him on his path from persecutor to preacher, and celebrate his great love in announcing the Gospel.
Costs
27 & 28 July Full Conference Registration $110
Friday 27 July Single Day Registration $55
Saturday 28 July Single Day Registration $55
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Revesby Presbyterian Church Trash’n’Treasure
Come and join us for our Trash’n’Treasure event where you can snap up some bargains on clothing, furniture, books, and general bric-a-brac. There will be a free jumping castle for the kids to enjoy, a BBQ, some tea and cakes and quality coffee available to purchase.
All proceeds go toward supporting missionaries in Australia and abroad. Come, enjoy and contribute! Phone Peter for more information.
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A love affair – Wahroonga
Ladies, come and enjoy an evening inspired by true love featuring a bridal gown runway. We will be showcasing pre-loved gowns from the community and telling the love stories behind the dress. There will also be a cake auction, music, a light dinner/drinks and the opportunity to purchase fair-trade items.
This is a fundraiser for a group of youth from a variety of churches who are going to Cambodia to build new high school classrooms. They will be working with Restore One Charity to help teach essential hygiene classes.
THIS IS A LADIES ONLY EVENT! Cost is $50 Adult, $30 Student, $20 Teens.
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Church Event: Missional Business – One-Day Conference – Strathfield
This one-day conference will discus bringing the Kingdom of God to the unreached through business. It will be where mission-minded people and business people with a mission-heart gather together.
Speakers will share how to use business to advance His Kingdom among unreached peoples. Come and hear how the movement is gaining momentum as God inspires each of us to use our talents.
Speaker Chris Brown has extensive experience in Missional Business and Church Planting in Central Asia. He is currently serves with WEC as the International Business Consultant and Chairman of the Business Consulting Group.
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KPL Winter LAN – Kings Park
A LAN (computer gaming) party held at Kings Park Community Church. Open to anyone and everyone!
$10 entry includes half a pizza and a drink
$15 includes a whole pizza
B.Y.O PC/Laptop and everything you need to get it running, especially a power board. Ethernet cables are supplied. Check out our Facebook page for more details. Additional info here.
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Church Event: FEAST OF THE TRANSFIGURATION – Parramatta
This church service will be led by Rev. Owen Goddard, Rector of All Saints Church Parramatta with the Thomian Choir directed by David Sansoni singing festive hymns and responses. The message will be delivered by Rev. Edward Loane, Lecturer at Moore College.
This act of praise and worship is an opportunity for rededicating ourselves to God’s service remembering our native Sri Lanka and honouring our Alma Mater S. Thomas’ College Mt Lavinia.
All are welcome
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Masterclass: One Day Seminar for Students – North Rocks
Masterclass is a free one-day event for Christian students in Years 9-12 of high school run by Bible Society Australia. The goal of Masterclass is to inspire, stretch and encourage the next generation of believers.
Our Speakers and Topics for 2018:
- Dan Paterson: Has Science Buried God?
- Richard Shumack: What is True Islam, and Who is my Muslim Neighbour?
- Patricia Weerakoon: Sex – What has God got to do with it?
We encourage all principals, teachers, chaplains, youth leaders and parents to bring students who will benefit from a day that is invested in their spiritual development.
This event is free!
For further information and to register, head to our website.
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DivorceCare Support Group – Hurstville Grove
Most people will tell you that separation and divorce are the most painful and stressful experiences they’ve ever faced. DivorceCare is a weekly seminar/support group that will help you deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. You’ll learn practical strategies and information that will help you heal from the hurt.
The group is run by members of St Aidan’s Hurstville Grove, who understand what you are going through.
Our next DivorceCare group will start on 9 August and will meet each Thursday night for 13 weeks until 1 November. Please phone for more info about joining.
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BASECAMP Sydney (Men’s Conference) – Kensington
BASECAMP Sydney is an annual gathering of men who want to renew their strength and know God better. BASECAMP Sydney is designed for the man who is short on time but hungry to hear from God in the company of brothers. You can expect a day of powerful Bible teaching, practical TED-style talks, singing and fellowship over great food.
Guest speakers Paul Tripp (Paul Tripp Ministries) and Malcolm Gill (Sydney Missionary Bible College) will be joining the BASECAMP platform to share from God’s word.
Tickets are currently available! If you bring 5 men, you can invite 1 for free.
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Church Event: Every Daughter Conference – Rydalmere
All women are invited to this special conference. As a Church we seek to empower and equip women from all walks of life, that Jesus knows their name, sees their journey and wants to walk intimitely with Every Daughter.
In the presence of King Jesus Every Daughter is made whole no matter where she comes from or what her journey looks like. There is a place for Every Daughter in God’s House.
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Church Event: Spirit-inspired Christian living – Newtown
What does the Spirit want Christians to do? What does the Spirit enable Christians to do?
There are two common errors in answering these common questions: at one extreme, the humanistic Christians have no place for the Spirit, but lay burdens of morality upon us; at another extreme, the mystical Christians expect the Spirit to magically solve all our problems.
At this CCL event, Bible teacher and evangelist Phillip Jensen will outline what “Spirit-inspired Christian living” really is, and (more importantly) how you can live it.
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Open Day @ Trades Norwest Anglican Senior College – Glenwood
Open Day @ Trades Norwest Anglican Senior College – “doing school differently”.
- 9 am – 12.30 pm: Trades Norwest Experience/Open Day – Students interested in finding out more about our College are welcome to join in our classes for the morning. Bookings for the session are essential – contact Judy Mutton by email or phone (see below).
- 7 pm – 8 pm: Trades Norwest Information Session/Open Evening – Parents/Carers and anyone else who wishes to view our state-of-the-art facilities and hear about the trade-focused, flexible and innovative non-exam HSC program we offer, are welcome to come and join us.
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Ride for Refugees – Quakers Hill
Ride for Refugees is a family friendly, cycling event for the serious and the casual rider. It’s an opportunity for individuals and churches to engage with and raise funds for refugee work locally and globally.
It’s a one-day event held at Quakers Hills and the course runs along the M7 shared path. The 25 km course can be ridden once or twice. There is also a family track (about 600 m) with activities along the way and is a great option for those with young children.
There are many ways you can be involved – you can RIDE your bike, but you can also DONATE to a team or rider or you can VOLUNTEER on the day! There will be lunch for participants as well as a kidzone with activities for the kids.
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Church Event: OneLove Women’s Conference – Homebush
OneLove is for women of all ages and life stages. Whether you have been a Christian for many years or are still seeking answers about God, come to OneLove and experience life changing preaching, inspirational testimonies, delicious food, amazing music and fantastic fellowship!
Mary Willson the Associate Director of Women’s Initiatives for The Gospel Coalition will be joining us in 2018 to share from God’s word.
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Church Event: 2018 LoveIsrael.org Conference – City
LoveIsrael.org will be holding a special Bible-teaching conference at the Rydges Hotel World Square in Sydney. The theme of this conference is “Our Blessed Hope – The Rapture: Are you Ready?” – biblical guidance on how to live the Christian life in the end times.
Dr Baruch Korman is the senior lecturer at the Zera Avraham Institute based in Israel and will be the key speaker at this event. The purpose of LoveIsrael.org is to provide biblically-based teachings with an emphasis on the Jewish context of scripture. This is going to be a very fruitful and faith-filled event.
Please enquire and/or register online.
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Theology Event: The Good Book Talks – Croydon
Unknown, unloved and unbelieved .
The Book that shaped the Western world is now on the back shelf. Is that the way it should be? Does the Bible offer anything valuable for today’s issues?
These TED-style talks argue for the ongoing value of the Bible in areas of truth-telling, ethics and culture.
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Church Event: Restoring True Humanity Workshop with Dr Ed Welch – Annandale
The Restoring True Humanity workshops are for anyone who has a heart to see people transformed and restored by Jesus.
From pastors, to ministry leaders, to small group leaders and everyday Christians – Jesus calls us to join Him in His restoring work.
Join our speakers Dr Edward T. Welch and Peter Sondergeld as they bring biblical clarity and hope to the way you understand people and the dehumanising effects of sin. Learn how you can partner with Jesus in the restoration of humanity.
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