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A Weekend That Realigned My Heart: Grace’s Spark Story

For many young adults, life is full of big questions about purpose, faith, and what it looks like to follow Jesus in the midst of work, relationships, and responsibility. At SPARK 2025, 1,400+ gathered in the Blue Mountains to open God’s Word together and be reminded of the hope found in the gospel. For Grace, attending with a close friend felt both nostalgic and deeply encouraging. In this interview, she shares how the weekend challenged her to pursue holiness and boldness in sharing Jesus.

1. Please introduce yourself and tell us a little about your faith journey.

Hi, my name is Grace, and my current home church is St Paul’s Anglican in Carlingford.

I grew up in a Christian, attending church with my family since I was two years old, when we were first introduced to the faith. Throughout my life, I’ve always known that God is real, but it was through living with a chronic health condition that I really learnt to trust Him.

As I entered adulthood – navigating university, full-time work, and all the responsibilities that come with growing up – my relationship with God deepened. I realised how easy it is to want control over everything: studies, career, relationships, housing. But through various trials and challenges, God has taught me what it means to truly depend on Him rather than myself.

I realised how easy it is to want control over everything: studies, career, relationships, housing. But through various trials and challenges, God has taught me what it means to truly depend on Him rather than myself.

2. What made you want to attend Spark?

Is it bad if I say… Preston Perry? 😄 I’ve been such a big fan of the Perrys’ because of how passionately they love Jesus. Their books and podcast have been a huge encouragement in my faith, helping me see that Jesus truly is to be my everything. It was honestly a tough choice between OneLove and Spark this year, but knowing both Preston and Jackie Perry were speaking made Spark the clear winner!

I came with my best friend, Cathy. We grew up in the same church and used to attend KYCK together as youth. The last time we were here was pre-COVID for NextGen, so it felt really special to be back at a KCC weekend conference after so long.

3. Describe your Spark experience! What was a highlight for you?

It was so nostalgic being back in the mountains and in the hall — surrounded by God’s people, worshipping together with one voice under God’s Word. There’s just something so beautiful about that unity.

There were honestly too many highlights to choose from! A fun one was definitely the Dinner Under the Stars — it was so well organised, the food was delicious, and it was such a lovely way to meet new people.

But my favourite moment was the Fireside Chat with the Perrys. I really appreciated the open Q&A where young adults could ask big, vulnerable questions about life and faith. MC Adrian did such an incredible job hosting — he handled tough questions with kindness and sensitivity. And the Perrys’ responses were full of wisdom, truth, and grace, always pointing us back to the gospel.

I really appreciated the open Q&A where young adults could ask big, vulnerable questions about life and faith.

4. One main takeaway from the weekend?

There were so many takeaways from the weekend — it’s hard to pick just one!

Mitch and Morgan’s talks really helped realign my heart and thinking around holiness. I especially appreciated Morgan’s reminder that our position and identity before God are secure because of Jesus — that verdict never changes. Living in an imperfect world as imperfect sinners, it’s easy to doubt our salvation or question our righteousness before God. Holiness can often feel distant or even unattainable. But the gospel is beautiful because Jesus has already achieved the impossible for us. We belong to Him, and it’s our identity as His children that compels us toward holiness — not an effort to earn God’s favour, but an act of obedience flowing from relationship with our Father.

It was such a helpful reminder that true holiness begins with a heart posture before it shows in our hands and actions.

Holiness can often feel distant or even unattainable. But the gospel is beautiful because Jesus has already achieved the impossible for us. We belong to Him, and it’s our identity as His children that compels us toward holiness…

5. How have you been living differently after Spark?

After Spark, I’ve been convicted to be more intentional about evangelism. I’m learning to see boldness not as something I lack in personality, but as my “yes” to Jesus — trusting the Holy Spirit to work through me, even when I don’t feel brave or have the right words. I’m also learning to be okay with persecution or criticism because of my faith, remembering that if the world hated Jesus, as His disciples we shouldn’t expect any less.

I’m learning to see boldness not as something I lack in personality, but as my “yes” to Jesus — trusting the Holy Spirit to work through me, even when I don’t feel brave or have the right words.

I’ve also been reflecting on purpose. As young adults, it’s so easy to question what we’re meant to do with our lives, especially once we settle into full-time work. But I’m reminded that every Christian shares the same calling — to make disciples of all nations — even though our assignments may look different. My prayer is that God would reveal where my current assignment is and how I can serve Him faithfully in this season.

Because as Jackie said so beautifully: “God is simply better if He’s asking us to give up everything else.”

I’m reminded that every Christian shares the same calling — to make disciples of all nations…

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We live in a world that tells us to create our own meaning. But so often, chasing success, relationships, experiences, or approval leaves us feeling exhausted, confused, and still wanting more.

At Spark 2026, we’ll explore why our culture’s promises fall short and how the good news of Jesus redefines what a truly meaningful life looks like.

Together, we’ll consider how life can be deeply purposeful and secure, both now and forever, in Christ. Register here.

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By KCC Staff

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Life Is Hard, God Is Good: Elizabeth’s KEC Story

For Elizabeth, KEC has been part of her life for more than a decade, with three generations of her family making the trip each Easter. Even after moving to Broken Hill in 2025, she knew it was something she wanted to keep prioritising in her year. In this interview, Elizabeth shares why she keeps coming back and how KEC has shaped her faith over the years.

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1. How many times have you been to KEC and what keeps you keep coming back?

I’ve spent more Easters at KEC than I can count (mostly because my parents don’t remember when we started going), but we’ve been coming every year since 2011 and several more before that.

After I finished uni, I realised that I needed to be intentional about setting aside times in my year where I can be immersed in God’s Word and be surrounded by His people. When I moved to Broken Hill at the start of 2025, I knew that KEC was something that I wanted to keep doing, despite the distance. It’s a chance to catch up with my biological family (three generations come!) but it’s also a chance to be encouraged by my spiritual family.

It’s a chance to catch up with my biological family (three generations come!) but it’s also a chance to be encouraged by my spiritual family.

2. Who do you attend KEC with?

KEC has become a place where various circles of my life collide. My immediate family and I stay onsite at KCC. Some of my extended family come, and we’ll sit together in the morning and go on bush walks in the afternoon. Friends from my childhood church serve on kids’ programs and we catch up the last year over meals (and I get to hear about their programs). At morning tea, it’s great to see people I’ve met in various contexts, some who’d been coming along for twenty years, others for the very first time (including some uni friends).

3. What would you say to someone considering coming to KEC for the first time?

There are few opportunities to spend large chunks of time being taught from the Bible. KEC isn’t the only place it can happen, but it’s one where people of all ages and stages can attend and be convicted and encouraged in their walk with Jesus. Why not consider if it can be a fixed date in your calendar?

… it’s one where people of all ages and stages can attend and be convicted and encouraged in their walk with Jesus.

4. Did anything surprise you about the weekend—either practically or spiritually?

I am not a music person, but I was surprised at how much I appreciated the chance to sing with hundreds of other people and also to hear a band play music. My church music team consisted of a guitarist and a couple of singers. Since then, we’ve moved to using video music at church, so I’m really looking forward to the opportunity to sing with live music again at KEC in 2026.

5. How have you seen God at work in your time at KEC? What’s encouraged and stuck with you?

At KEC 25, I reflected about how the years of Easter Convention have shaped my life. The kids programs taught me about a God who is “worthy to be praised” whom we should imitate. Junior High memory verses are still stuck in my head. Senior High encouraged me to keep meeting with God’s people when I left school so that I would persevere until the end.

But I think the most valuable thing that God has taught me through KEC is that life is hard but God is good and faithful. My life has been relatively easy, but KEC taught me that this won’t always be the case. KEC gave me a safe space to think through the ‘what ifs’. What if I have doubts? What if I ask questions and don’t get answers? What if people die? What if I suffer? The speakers and leaders were vulnerable, willing to share their struggles and how they had persevered.

But I think the most valuable thing that God has taught me through KEC is that life is hard but God is good and faithful.

In one of the night talks last year, Anna Powell said “Church can be a hard place when you’re wrestling with God, but it shouldn’t be”. I have had times in my life when church has been hard, but in God’s grace, KEC has been a space where many people have shown me that in hard times there is a light at the end of the tunnel and encouraged me to seek Christ all of my days.

… KEC has been a space where many people have shown me that in hard times there is a light at the end of the tunnel and encouraged me to seek Christ all of my days.

6. In three words, how would you describe your KEC 2025 experience?

I’ve never been one for brevity, so here are three phrases:

· Bible-focused talks
· Encouraging conversations
· Honest look at suffering

It’s not too late to join us for KEC 2026!

Fear has become a significant part of everyday life for many people. Despite our technological advancements, rise in living standards, and increases in lifespan, there always seems to be more to fear every day.

One of the most repeated commands of God to His people is “Fear Not!”. Are Christians meant to take this command seriously? If yes, then how do we do it?

Life can be full of challenges, threats, struggles and griefs. Some are over quickly; others can last a lifetime. So how do we handle those in a way that honours our Lord: trusting and obeying Him through our fears?

Only the truth of God—revealed in His word and the life, death and resurrection of His Son—speaks to life as it really is. It speaks not just to fear and pain, but to promise, hope and the victory of light over darkness.

Join us this Easter for what will be, God willing, a powerful encouragement to trust Almighty God more. Register here.

By KCC Staff

“My Annual Spiritual Pilgrimage”: Alexandra’s KEC Story

For more than 20 years, KEC has been a constant in Alexandra’s Easter rhythm. Each year brings something new, yet the same familiar joy: reconnecting with friends, reflecting on the cross, and a ‘spiritual kick’ for her walk with God. Read her story below!

1. What made you decide to come to Easter Convention last year (2025)?

Easter Convention is my annual spiritual pilgrimage and I wouldn’t miss it!

2. You’ve been to Easter many times, how was KEC 2025 year different?

I’ve been coming to Easter convention for about 20 years now (dating back to being in the kids program in tents on the oval!) 2025 did not disappoint and brought all the things I love about KEC—connecting with old friends, praising alongside a thousand other believers (a little taste of Heaven), being challenged and encouraged in my walk with God and having time and peace to reflect on Christ’s death and resurrection for us.

3. What was a highlight or moment from the weekend that really stuck with you?

Getting up early to watch the sunrise on Easter Sunday at Wentworth Falls lookout. Oh so peaceful and a spectacular display of God’s glory (a real Psalm 19 moment).

4. Was there a particular talk or speaker that encouraged or challenged you?

I was encouraged by Philip Ryken’s proclamation that “you are embedded in your community as the Christian witness.” This emboldened me to reflect on what I am proclaiming about the Kingdom of God, in my actions and nature, to my colleagues and non-Christian friends, and how I can be a better witness. I was also challenged in my prayer life by a question Philip posed to us – “if all of your prayers are emergency prayers, you could be saying mine is the Kingdom,” and incorporate ‘kingdom prayers’ to shape my heart.

5. How did you see God at work during your time at KEC?

I saw God at work in many different ways. In the sincerity and passion of people’s worship, in the tears shed and hugs shared when a sermon strikes the heart, in seeing answered prayer and spiritual growth in my friends’ lives as we caught up on the previous year, and in the shared sense of renewal and mission as we walked down the hill on Monday.

…the sincerity and passion of people’s worship, in the tears shed and hugs shared when a sermon strikes the heart…

6. What was it like attending KEC with your family?

I attended with my family (parents and two brothers) and stayed in share accommodation with my Godparents and their family. Easter is always precious time spent with my family and connecting with friends, often ones that we only see at Convention (you know who you are!. I’m at a different church to my family members now, so being able to gather together in worship is really special and encouraging.

I’m at a different church to my family members now, so being able to gather together in worship is really special and encouraging.

7. What would you say to someone considering coming to KEC for the first-time next year?

Stop considering and just book it! Grab a friend or a family member and come. You certainly won’t regret it.

8. How has KEC impacted your walk with Jesus as you return to everyday life?

Each year, KEC gives me a renewed sense of purpose and a spiritual kick to continue my daily walk with the Lord and consider how I can honour and glorify Him with my life.

9. In three words, how would you describe your KEC 2025 experience?

Refreshing, joyful, motivating.

Less than a month to KEC 26! It’s not too late to join us.

One of the most repeated commands of God to His people is “Fear Not!”. Are Christians meant to take this command seriously? If yes, then how do we do it?

Join us this Easter for what will be, God willing, a powerful encouragement to trust Almighty God more. Register here.

For more than 20 years, KEC has been a constant in Alexandra’s Easter rhythm. Each

By Patrizha Yeomans

Growing Together in God’s Garden: Dylan’s KYCK Story

Growing up in a Christian family, faith has always been part of Dylan’s story. But like many young believers, Dylan has had her share of doubts and questions about God. Over the years, KYCK has strengthened her faith and filled her with joy as she worships alongside thousands of brothers and sisters in Christ.

1. Please introduce yourself!

Hey, I’m Dylan Clark. I go to Kensington Eastlakes Anglican Church, and I’ve been to KYCK six times—sometimes twice in one year and with different churches like Wild St and Sydney East Anglican.

2. Tell us a little about your faith journey.

I was blessed to grow up in a Christian family; my dad is a minister, so church has always been a big part of my life. I don’t remember the exact moment I decided to follow Jesus because, for as long as I can remember, I’ve always known Him.

Of course, being human, I’ve had my ups and downs. There have been many times when I stumbled or doubted my beliefs, but God was always bigger than my struggles.

3. Main takeaway from KYCK 2025?

A big takeaway KYCK 25 was the reminder that we’re all part of God’s garden—we don’t need to grow alone. Our Father in heaven cares for us deeply, and we’re called to care for one another in that same love.

A big takeaway KYCK 25 was the reminder that we’re all part of God’s garden—we don’t need to grow alone.

4. How has KYCK encouraged your faith?

During my early high school years, I began to realise how deeply sin affects the world—and that it’s not something you can hide from. It broke my heart to see friends drifting away from God, but KYCK reminded me that I’m not alone. There are so many others standing firm and struggling faithfully in this sinful world. Hearing thousands of voices praising God together was so encouraging!

…KYCK reminded me that I’m not alone. There are so many others standing firm and struggling faithfully in this sinful world.

5. What’s been a highlight at KYCK?

I have so many highlights from over the years, but if I had to choose one, I’d say this year’s KYCK Week 2 with Wild St was unforgettable. We were right at the back and ended up standing on our chairs during worship—it was such a beautiful sight seeing everyone around me praising God together as brothers and sisters in Christ.

6. What would you say to say to someone who has never been to KYCK?

I’d recommend KYCK because it’s always one of the best weekends of the year. It encourages me so much and helps me grow in my faith and love for God. And honestly, why not? It’s three days to love, live, and learn about God!

It’s three days to love, live, and learn about God!

Registrations are now open! In 2026, we’ll dive into the book of Jonah to discover the depths of God’s great mercy. How deep does His mercy go?

Deep enough to save a rebellious prophet, a whole city, and the world through Jesus. Don’t miss out on a weekend away in God’s Word with thousands of other youth. Register now to secure the best price!

Growing up in a Christian family, faith has always been part of Dylan's story. But like many young believers, Dylan has had her share of doubts and questions about God. Over the years, KYCK has strengthened her faith and filled her with joy as she worships alongside thousands of brothers and sisters in Christ.

By Patrizha Yeomans

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Jan + Feb: Top 10 Items On KCC One

We’re looking back at the KCC One content that shaped your January and February! Here are the Top 10 talks on KCC One for January and February, with John Lennox’s Talks for Today featuring coming out on top.

Watch a snippet from the top three below and subscribe for access to these talks and more: https://www.kccone.org.au/subscription

01 The Path to Reconciliation: Jacob’s Joy

Talks for Today | John Lennox

Join John Lennox at KEC 2010 in the second of a three-part series. Please keep your Bibles open to Genesis 37-50.

“Here we come to Joseph, and he knew there’d be no real reconciliation until these men repented, and to bring them to repentance, it took a global famine, and it took Joseph’s whole life experience and rise to power. Now those two things were coming together to collude in bringing these men to truth about themselves, and to repentance. That’s how seriously God takes this matter. ” – John Lennox

02 Prologue

The Biblical Storyline | Nancy Guthrie

Join Nancy Guthrie as we delve into the major themes of the Bible, and on a journey to better see the storyline of God’s Word to us — and God Himself.

“And when we know some of the important major themes that the divine author has written into his book, the Bible, then wherever we are in the Bible, we see evidence of those themes in the text we’re reading. Then I think we’re more likely to get the message that the divine author is seeking to communicate to us.” – Nancy Guthrie

03 Interview with John Lennox

Talks for Today | John Lennox

Join John Lennox at Oxygen 2023 as he talks with L-T Hopper about a wide variety of topics from his recent book and what life under God looks like for us today. John’s perspectives on AI and what people all over the globe think of God, and how they are looking for wisdom and guidance as the world changes around them.

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We’re looking back at the KCC One content that shaped your January and February! Here

By Patrizha Yeomans

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An Update on BASECAMP Sydney

After a decade of running both our one‑day Sydney event and our Mountains overnight weekend, we’ve made the decision to focus our energy and resources solely on the weekend experience in Katoomba.

This wasn’t a quick or easy decision. Since COVID, we’ve seen a noticeable decline in attendance at the Sydney one day format, and that pattern has continued even as other parts of life have returned to normal.

As a ministry we’re always conscious of how we steward the limited resources we do have, and we believe the wisest decision is to cease our one-day BASECAMP Sydney event as of 2026.

What this means for our BASECAMP delegates:

BASECAMP Sydney will no longer run, as of this year.
Same quality program. A transformative men’s weekend in Katoomba that will encourage and challenge you deeply in your faith, over two days of powerful preaching, worship and community.
Stronger community. When men step away for a full weekend, conversations go further, walls soften, and the impact lasts.
An event format designed for maximum impact. Intentional, unrushed and deeply relational, with plenty of room for reflection, connection and meaningful conversations over meals, breaks and the beauty of the Blue Mountains.

We know many people have appreciated the convenience of the Sydney one‑day event, and we don’t take that for granted. But we’re committed to ensuring the Mountains overnighter will absolutely be worth the distance and time. The men who show up for the weekend consistently tell us it changed something fundamental—and that’s the experience we want to deliver every single time.

We already have new ideas brewing to strengthen and grow BASECAMP in the coming years. We’d be grateful for your prayers as we seek God’s wisdom to continue serving men with a ministry that is solid, meaningful, and needed.

Join us in Katoomba this August.

After a decade of running both our one‑day Sydney event and our Mountains overnight weekend,

By KCC Staff

From Youth to Leader: Rylan’s Heart for KYCK

Rylan’s faith grew gradually, shaped by family, church, and a moment of conviction in high school that made things real. These days, he leads youth up in Port Macquarie. Rylan shares what keeps him coming back to KYCK: worshipping with thousands, watching young people step into faith, and remembering that we never “graduate” from growing in Christ.

1. Please introduce yourself!

Hey everyone, my name is Rylan, i’m 19, and currently youth leading at Centre Youth (Camden Haven Anglican Church) up near Port Macquarie, and I have attended KYCK 4 times, 2 as a youth and 2 as a leader.

2. Tell us a little about your faith journey!

I grew up in a family who loved Jesus. My parents, grandparents, aunties and uncles have all been a part of my faith journey. I had the privilege of going to a Christian school and I grew up in church, but my faith wasn’t really my own until later on in my childhood. In Year 8 or 9 we had an Easter service at my youth group where God really spoke to me and convicted of my sins. It was at this point I truly understood what sin was, what that meant for my life and that I needed Jesus to save me.

From there life didn’t just become easy and my worries didn’t all go away, but now I have hope and understanding in my purpose and identity in knowing Jesus as my personal Saviour. Today, I am still growing and learning day by day, but I have Jesus by my side always.

Today, I am still growing and learning day by day, but I have Jesus by my side always.

3. What stood out for you at KYCK 25?

It has been a couple months now but I think something that really stood out for me from KYCK 2025 was that we don’t graduate from faith. As Christians we don’t just stop growing at a certain point. The word of God is living and so our lives with Jesus should be continually growing as we keep striving to be more like Jesus each day.

4. How has KYCK encouraged your faith?

There really is nothing like being in a room full of thousands of teens and leaders worshiping God altogether. KYCK is a big family and a taste of what it’s going to be like in heaven. To be surrounded by so many likeminded Christians and to play some part in people coming to know Jesus for the first time is truly special. Every time I go, I am encouraged by the Biblical teaching and fellowship with so many believers.

KYCK is a big family and a taste of what it’s going to be like in heaven.

5. What is a favourite memory from KYCK?

Too many good memories to choose from so I’ll just pick some from 2025! Our youth went to KYCK #2 (some of you might have seen my videos), but a highlight was definitely taking my youth around and interviewing teens during breaks or before sessions. It was a great way to meet new people and interact, but I also loved seeing my youth kids get out of their comfort zones and do these funny little interviews. Also seeing my home church MBM lead worship was amazing.

Register for KYCK 26!

Registrations are now open! In 2026, we’ll dive into the book of Jonah to discover the depths of God’s great mercy. How deep does His mercy go?

Rylan’s faith grew gradually, shaped by family, church, and a moment of conviction in high

By Patrizha Yeomans

“A Spiritual Reboot”: The Ongoing Impact of KEC

There’s something special about coming back to Easter Convention year after year. For Kate and her family, 2025 was another powerful reminder of why they keep making the trip: rich Bible teaching, genuine fellowship, sunshine (and coffee!), and a much-needed spiritual reboot.

1. What made you decide to come to Easter Convention last year (2025)?

We always find it that kick start you need to realign yourself have some solid teaching, good coffee, sunshine (thankful no rain this time) and fellowship.

2. You’ve been to Easter many times, how was KEC 2025 year different?

I think we’ve been 8 times so far. Each year has grown for us and particularly as you navigate your children through into adulthood at Easter convention too. Each theme of Easter convention has an element of relevance sometimes more than others and Seek First the Kingdom was a brilliant reminder. I made it my phone screen saver to keep that reminder front of mind and eyes.

3. What was a highlight or moment from the weekend that really stuck with you?

Kirk always hits his topics in between your eyes and Phil also brought kingdomship to us in a relevant and God honouring manner that we can work towards. One highlight was seeing Colin Buchanan mobbed by teenagers for selfies on Saturday night!

4. What was it like attending KEC with your family?

My husband and I and our youngest who volunteered this year and worked on the AV team… He found his people and loved the fellowship with the volunteer crowd!

5. Did anything surprise you about the weekend—either practically or spiritually?

Tap dancing! I didn’t expect to see it let alone participate in it… But surprises can be delighting and thankfully my tap-dancing skills doesn’t determine my place in the kingdom.

6. What would you say to someone considering coming to KEC for the first-time next year?

Jump in and do it… You won’t be disappointed.

7. How has KEC impacted your walk with Jesus as you return to everyday life?

It’s a spiritual reboot… It reminds you that you’ve never got it together (and never will) but you can recalibrate, recharge and invigorate your walk with Jesus.

It’s a spiritual reboot… Reminds you that you’ve never got it together (and never will) but you can recalibrate, recharge and invigorate your walk with Jesus.

8. In three words, how would you describe your KEC 2025 experience?

Enlightened, encouraged, enraptured.

Less than 2 months to KEC 26!

One of the most repeated commands of God to His people is “Fear Not!”. Are Christians meant to take this command seriously? If yes, then how do we do it?

Join us next Easter for what will be, God willing, a powerful encouragement to trust Almighty God more. Register here.

There’s something special about coming back to Easter Convention year after year. For Kate and

By Patrizha Yeomans

Finding Joy Where It Lasts: Abbie’s KYCK Story

After years of knowing about God but living like the world, it was at KYCK 2022 that everything changed. Surrounded by joyful worship and powerful teaching, Abbie recommitted her life to Christ and discovered a joy far deeper than anything she’d found elsewhere. Now, four KYCKs later, she continues to grow in faith, leaning into God’s love and living out her identity as His child.

1. Please introduce yourself!

Hi!! My name is Abbie and I’m from Fusion youth group (Maitland Evangelical church). 2025 was my fourth year at KYCK.

2. Tell us a little about your faith journey.

I always grew up in a Christian home and always knew God existed, but didn’t always like the concept of ‘following rules’ and ‘religious expectations’. It was in year 7 when I went to a new school and friendships got really messy. I was fully swayed by the world and the message it had for me, not God’s. It was when I attended KYCK in 2022 and realised what I’d been missing out on all this time. All my joy could be found in God. I recommitted my faith on that Saturday night, and have been striving to live my best, most honest Christian life ever since.

All my joy could be found in God.

3. Main takeaway from KYCK 2025?

My takeaway was that God plants the seeds and grows the tree of our faith, but we help to actually bear the fruit that everyone can see on the outside.

4. How has KYCK encouraged your faith?

KYCK, every year, helps me to remember that I always belong in God’s kingdom and to lean further into His love and comfort. He knows us better than anyone else!

5. Favourite memory at KYCK?

The worship is always my favourite thing at KYCK. It gives the little snapshot of what heaven will feel and sound like, and nothing is more encouraging than having around 2000 young Christians singing with you.

6. What would you say to say to someone who has never been to KYCK?

You should definitely go to KYCK if you want to explore who God is and what being a Christian is. Come if you want to deepen your faith, if you want to encourage your friends in their faith, and if want a great weekend full of amazing songs, talks, food, and fun activities. I promise that you won’t regret it.

Registrations are now open! In 2026, we’ll dive into the book of Jonah to discover the depths of God’s great mercy. How deep does His mercy go?

After years of knowing about God but living like the world, it was at KYCK

By Patrizha Yeomans

Eleven Years On: Why Alison Keeps Coming Back to KEC

For Alison, Katoomba Easter Convention is a time of deep reflection, rich teaching, and gospel-rooted joy. From high school to adulthood, she’s returned each year with her family, soaking in the fellowship, worship, and the chance to sit under God’s word. Here’s how KEC continues to shape her faith and draw her closer to Jesus each Easter.

1. What made you decide to come to Easter Convention last year (2025)?

I have gone to Easter Convention with my family since I was in high school and love it! I go not only for the fellowship and friends we catch up with each year, but for the talks and reflections from His Word. 

2. How many times have you attended KEC?

I started going to KEC with my family, from Year 10! So, I’ve been going for 11 years now!

3. What was a highlight or moment from the weekend that really stuck with you?

One moment that has stuck with me was listening to Glen Scrivener’s Talk on Psalm 23, just listening and considering “That Dragon, Cancer”, and pondering sitting in the valley of the shadow of death. What a joy to be reminded of God’s presence and hope we have that He will pull us through!

4. Was there a particular talk or speaker that encouraged or challenged you? How so?

I LOVED Kirk Patston’s talks on Job! It was super interesting to consider Job as a book of riddles and really enjoyed sitting in the mystery of the riddles and pondering the hypotheticals! I was challenged by just how big my God is. To sit in the God who created the ostrich, things to run and are free, the wild, dangerous world around us. But also, the God who is in control and above every little and big detail. I was challenged to consider how I can rest in that God amidst the uncertainty. Praise that our God is indeed good, sovereign and in control!

5. How did you see God at work during your time at KEC?

I saw God work through the conversations I was able to have with my family, reflecting on the talks and the content afterwards! How we were able to process His word and these reflections, to encourage and spur one another on to seek first His kingdom from what was shared over the weekend!

6. What was it like attending KEC with your family?

Always a pleasure and joy! Not only was the registration, parking and catering amazing and made the conference a joy, but it also didn’t feel rushed or too intense (even if there were quite a few sessions, lots of content and people to catch up with!)

7. Did anything surprise you about the weekend—either practically or spiritually?

Surprised how quickly the weekend went, as always! Spiritually, I was surprised at the depth in the book of Job and what it can reveal about the kingdom and what it can look like to seek first the kingdom!

8. What would you say to someone considering coming to KEC for the first time next year?

Do it! Come and enjoy teaching under God’s word, a time of fellowship and encouragement, to take time reflecting on the meaning of the gospel and true meaning of Easter.

9. How has KEC impacted your walk with Jesus as you return to everyday life?

It has made me excited about Easter, more and more each year. Not because I love Katoomba, the chance to get away, catch up with friends, eat good food (although, yes, all this is part of KEC for me!), but because I have the chance to sit and reflect on the gospel and God’s word, on what Jesus has done for me, and be grounded and rooted in the gospel.

… I have the chance to sit and reflect on the gospel and God’s word, on what Jesus has done for me, and be grounded and rooted in the gospel.

10. In three words, how would you describe your KEC 2025 experience?

Tiring, refreshing, joyful!

One of the most repeated commands of God to His people is “Fear Not!”. Are Christians meant to take this command seriously? If yes, then how do we do it?

Join us next Easter for what will be, God willing, a powerful encouragement to trust Almighty God more. Register here.

For Alison, Katoomba Easter Convention is a time of deep reflection, rich teaching, and gospel-rooted

By Patrizha Yeomans

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