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Meet BASECAMP 23 Speaker: Alasdair Groves

We are pleased to announce that the Executive Director of the Christian Counselling & Education Foundation (CCEF), Alasdair Groves, will be joining the BASECAMP platform as a keynote speaker.

Addressing the topic “Unravelling Emotions”, Alasdair will combine Scripture and Christian counselling experience to help men have a biblical view of what their emotions are, how to handle them well, and how to help each other process with God and one another.

Alasdair received a Master of Divinity with a counselling emphasis from Westminster Theological Seminary. He co-founded a biblical counselling centre in Northern New England where he served as executive director for ten years.

Alasdair also served as the director of CCEF’s School of Biblical Counselling for three years. He is the co-author of Untangling Emotions (Crossway), has published a number of articles in the Journal of Biblical Counselling, hosts the CCEF’s podcast, and has produced many blogs, videos, and audio resources.

Alasdair and his wife, Lauren, live in New England with their three children. Alasdair is a fiction enthusiast, plays ultimate frisbee, and loves to produce and enjoy both good food and good music.

Get a taste of his teaching here:

Making Sense of Self-Pity (Podcast)

What is self-pity, and how should we view it? How can we turn our self-pity into godly lament that engages honestly with the Lord? Listen as Alasdair Groves discusses self-pity and considers what to do when we or others are struggling with it. Listen here.

Video: What do I do when I can’t seem to get over my grief?

In this video, Alasdair explains why we can feel stuck in our grief and addresses how we can have a biblical response to grief.

3. Video: Is it okay for Christians to feel anxiety?

In this video, Alasdair explores the emotions of fear of anxiety, and whether it’s possible for Christians to have godly and biblical anxiety. Watch here.

What if Boys Cry?

In 2023, BASECAMP will address the topic of emotions because the team recognises that ‘boys don’t cry’ is one of many damaging principles of a past era. It’s a ‘truth’ that has raised men with suppressed grief, until it explodes in anger or anxiety, causing further damage to their relationships with God and one another.

At BASECAMP, we want to recognise that if men are to live in a world stained by sin, they need community and tools to process grief and disappointment in a godly way. Christian men need to have a biblical view of what their emotions are, what to do with them, and how to help each other. Together, men need to fix their eyes on Jesus, the perfect man and model of emotional expression, and bring the change that is needed.

BASECAMP is for men of all generations, backgrounds and life-stages. Whether you’re fighting anger or anxiety, weariness or worry, register to renew your strength at BASECAMP: https://basecampmen.com/

Executive Director of CCEF, Alasdair Groves, will be joining the BASECAMP platform as a keynote speaker.

By Heidi Tai

“BASECAMP is Special”: Sean’s KCC Story

In this KCC Story, long-time delegate, Sean, shares how he started attending BASECAMP (formerly Men’s Katoomba Convention) in the early 80’s, and why he has persevered in attending every year since. He shares his personal highlights and the spiritual benefits of setting aside time to go with other men from church—including his son!

1. How long have you been attending BASECAMP men’s conference?

I started attending in the early 80’s with the blokes from St Luke’s, Miranda. I have tried to make it each year since.

2. What have been some of the highlights of attending BASECAMP?

A highlight for me is sitting on the steps and watching men talk about Jesus. The singing is awesome, especially the old hymns. There is something magical about singing with hundreds of blokes. Since I have worked in a few churches, BASECAMP is also an opportunity to catch up with mates who are now spread all over the place.

3. Why do you think men should set aside time to attend conferences like BASECAMP?

At every church I have worked at, my goal has been to take a group to BASECAMP each year. Primarily because it deepens the partnership in the gospel amongst the men who attend together. The shared experience enriches their lives, as they carry lessons they have learned down the hill back home.

I think BASECAMP is special because of the exposure of all ages, shapes and types of men together for a single purpose. It also creates a place for blokes to deepen their relationships with each other.

My son, Jesse, even though he doesn’t want to be part of church now, cherishes getting away with me. He has been coming with me since he was 12. I think he also appreciates being included with the men of church.

We weren’t created to be numb. Renew your strength at BASECAMP!

BASECAMP is an annual event for men who want to know God better. Since 1997, men of all generations and from across denominations have taken time out together to hear God speak. Each year, men have encouraged each other to run the race with their eyes fixed on Jesus.

BASECAMP returns this August, and guest speakers Alasdair Groves (Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation), and Peter Sondergeld (Restoration Church) will address the topic “Unravelling Emotions”.

Combining Scripture, Christian counselling and lived experience, our speakers will help men of all generations to have a biblical view of what our emotions are, how to handle them well, and how to help each other process with God and one another.

For more information on dates, venues, program, speakers, and tickets visit our website: www.basecampmen.com

Sean shares his BASECAMP highlights and why men should set aside time to attend conferences together.

By Heidi Tai

5 Ways to Re-experience Katoomba Easter Convention

You may have left Katoomba Easter Convention (KEC) on a spiritual high but found yourself quickly buried by the demands and pressures of life back at home. Here are 5 ways to re-experience KEC and to ‘stand firm’ for Jesus!

1. Hear all your favourite KEC talks with KCC+

Were the KEC talks and testimonials the highlight of your weekend? Hear them all again with KCC+, a brand-new subscription service giving KCC One users faster and exclusive access to all the latest KCC event talks. Sign up today to get instant access to 13 uploads from KEC 22, and all talks from KEC 23 including:

Ed Stetzer’s “God Has Spoken” expository talks from the Psalms
Dan Paterson’s “Living Out the Truth in a World of Confusion” expository talks from the Gospels
Sam Chan’s “The Plausibility of Believing” short talks from the book of John and Luke
Sarah Irving-Stonebraker’s personal testimony “How Oxford and Peter Singer led an Atheist Historian to Jesus”.

Learn more or sign up to KCC+ today!

2. Tune your heart to ‘stand firm’ with the KEC Spotify Playlist

Many of us left KEC feeling encouraged and emboldened by God’s word, with hearts softened and committed to walking in the Truth. We want you to continue walking this way—not just at KEC—but all year round! What better way than to keep God’s praises on your lips than to sing of him each day with these handpicked worship songs from the official KEC Spotify playlist:

3. Spot yourself in the KEC Highlight Reel

Over 2,300 of God’s people gathered at KEC this year, and there were plenty of highlights and things to be grateful for! We’ve tried to stitch it all together in a highlight reel—see if you can spot yourselves!

4. Be encouraged to ‘stand firm’ with one of the KEC recommended reads

We’ve picked out a few books that will help you to apply God’s word into everyday life. With topics such as singleness, evangelism, courage, motherhood, business, secularism, money, and the historical accuracy of the Bible, there’s something for every member of your family. Check out the full list on The Wandering Bookseller: https://wanderingbookseller.com.au/collections/kec

5. Reflect, pray and process what you learned at KEC 23

You may have left KEC on a spiritual high but found yourself quickly buried by the demands and pressures of life back at home. Why not commit to having some quiet time with God—reflecting, praying and processing what you learned with these guided questions:

1. What is one verse that stood out or resonated with you?

2. What is one thing God is showing your through His Word? Did you learn anything new?

3. What is one thing you can apply to your daily life? Or is there a habit or attitude you need to change?

4. What do you want to tell God as a result of what you have heard? Or is there one person you want to share that with who can walk with you in this step of faith?

Pray!

5 ways to re-experience KEC and to ‘stand firm’ for Jesus

By Heidi Tai

Meet Oxygen Workshop Speakers: Grant Norsworthy, Kurt Peters and Valerie Ling

Oxygen Conference for ministry leaders and workers is returning this August to refresh delegates in their zeal for God and the work that He has called them to do. This year, Oxygen will return as a 4-day conference retreat in the beautiful Blue Mountains. Keynote speakers Paul Tripp and Zack Eswine will speak on the topic, “Reshaping Our Hearts for the Work We Do”.

We are pleased to announce that Grant Norsworthy, Kurt Peters and Valerie Ling will join Oxygen Conference as workshop facilitators, and address the topics of music, personal weakness and burnout in Christian ministry. As experts in their fields, we look forward to gleaning wisdom from their experiences in the workforce and pastoral ministry.

Learn more about them here:

Grant Norsworthy

Grant Norsworthy will be leading worship in song at Oxygen and presenting a music workshop. He is an Aussie who was based in Nashville, Tennessee from 2002 to 2018, where he achieved a Grammy® nomination, a Dove Award, and extensive touring, recording and radio hits with bands like Paul Colman Trio and Sonicflood.

Now conducting global ministry work from his New Zealand home base, Grant uses his musicianship, freewheeling wit and uncommon candour to encourage audiences to deeper faith in Christ and good works.

As the founder of More Than Music Mentor, he provides high quality online and onsite training for the heart and the art of worshiping musicians everywhere.

Kurt Peters

Rev. Kurt Peters will be running a ‘9 Ways to Walk in Weakness’ workshop at Oxygen. He will share his journey and God’s wisdom of walking with early onset Parkinson’s disease, equipping delegates to find God’s strength in the midst of personal weakness in ministry.

Kurt is an ordained pastor with nearly two decades of coaching, counselling, mentoring, and supervision of Christian ministry experience. He currently works with 45+ clients including Supervisors, Ministers, Chaplains, University Staff Workers, and Cross-Cultural workers from diverse groups and across denominations.

He is the founder and director of Red Sheep Pastoral Supervision and the developer of the  Ministry Wellness Report , a burnout and wellness assessment tool for Ministry workers. He sits on the board of Restore Ministries, and was the co-founder of Biblical Counselling Australia where he is currently a special advisor to the board. 

Valerie Ling

Valerie Ling will be presenting an Oxygen workshop on burnout in Christian ministry. Valerie is a Clinical Psychologist, speaker, published author and Clinical Supervisor with a special interest in the prevention and treatment of burnout. As a ministry wife herself, Valerie has a particular passion to support gospel workers.

Valerie is the founder of the Centre for Effective Serving, as well as the Clinical Director and founder of the Centre for Effective Living, a group psychology practice dedicated to clinical excellence in mental health.

She has recently completed a Masters of Leadership, with the final research project based on her 2023 leadership and wellbeing survey of Australian clergy.

To learn more about the Oxygen program, workshops, speakers and ticket options please visit our website: https://oxygenconference.com/

Oxygen Conference for ministry leaders and workers is returning this August to refresh delegates in their

By Heidi Tai

Meet Onward Youth Speaker: Dave Jensen

We are pleased to announce that Dave Jensen will be speaking at Onward Youth this June.

Hosted by Katoomba Christian Convention, Onward Youth is an event helping high schoolers make sense of the culture and world around them with a gospel lens and equips them to stand firm for their faith.

In 2023, Onward Youth will explore the theme, “True and Good – Can Christianity Be Both?” If following Jesus is a ‘good’ thing, why does life sometimes feel uncomfortable, lonely, hard and limiting? If I struggle with these things, how can I trust that the way of Jesus is not only true, but also for my good?

We are pleased to announce that Dave Jensen will join the Onward Youth platform to address these important questions. Dave works as a pastor at EV Church on the Central Coast of NSW. Prior to working in ministry, he was in the Australian Army for the best part of a decade which is where someone told him the truth about Jesus, and he became a Christian. Dave is married to Sammy, and they have 4 young sons. He loves telling people about Jesus, El Jannah BBQ chicken and the Sydney Roosters.

Get a taste of Dave’s teaching here:

Interview: Karl Faase interviews Dave Jensen for Faith Runs Deep

In this interview with Karl Faase, Dave shares his testimony of how he became a father at 17 years old and lived a turbulent and destructive life for many years. He shares how Jesus broke into his heart in a remarkable way and turned Dave’s path right around.

Sermon: Is God Unjust?

Why do we suffer? Is suffering an evidence of punishment, that God is not good, or is there something else going on in the universe? In this sermon at EV Church, Dave answers these important questions from the book of Job 9.

Sermon: God Is In The Thick Of It

Where is God in the pain? Does he care, or has he turned his back? In this sermon at MBM Church, Dave turns to Romans 8:28-30 to tackle these tough questions.

Hear Dave speak at Onward!

Onward Youth is returning Friday 23 June, 6:30-9:30pm. Choose to join us in-person at the ‘The Concourse’ in Chatswood, or via an Online Livestream at a convenient location of your choice! Either way, it will be a wonderful evening of encouragement and fellowship with youth across the country! Tickets are available for $31pp with discounted online tickets available for those outside the Sydney Metro area. For more information, visit our website: www.onwardevent.com

Dave Jensen will be the keynote speaker at Onward Youth 2023.

By Heidi Tai

Over 5,000 youth invited to ‘Meet Jesus’ at KYCK

Over three weekends, more than 5,000 teenagers and youth leaders attended the KYCK conference in Katoomba. Founded in 1993, KYCK is a Bible preaching event aimed at inspiring high schoolers to live for Jesus alone.

Over the years, KYCK has become a treasured space for teenagers to explore and deepen their faith with like-minded company. Each year, delegates are invited to hear and respond to God’s word through powerful Bible talks, uplifting worship in song, inspiring testimonies, and fun youth-appropriate activities.

This year, guest speakers Seth Fellows (AFES), Josh Hayward (Christ Church St Ives), Dave Jensen (EV Church), Nathan Lee (Trinity Grammar), Ed Sowden (Bathurst Presbyterian) and Jonnie Wintle (Seaforth Anglican) invited delegates to ‘Meet Jesus’ in the Gospel of Mark.

The talks aimed to demystify the person of Jesus and to show us his powerful yet loving rule. We praise God that because of hearing His word, 81 teenagers decided to follow Jesus for the first time, 257 recommitted their lives to him, and 92 left the conference wanting to learn more.

For teenagers who are already Christian, attending KYCK enables them to hear God’s word taught from someone new, thus allowing them to hear old stories with fresh perspective. Gathering at KYCK also serves as a powerful reminder that they are not alone in their faith, and that their beliefs are shared by thousands across Australia. This encouragement is especially important for teenagers in smaller youth groups, isolated rural areas, or who face opposition for their faith at home or school.

“KYCK feels like the only place other than church where you can connect with other people who have the same beliefs as you, whilst learning new things to take home and cherish. This was my first ever KYCK and it was certainly the highlight of the year. Definitely going to come back next year and be fully committed to listening to God’s Word, following Him and loving like Jesus did.”

“KYCK has really changed the way I’ve thought about Christianity. I now have a newfound joy for worship and confidence to approach my non-Christian friends.”

“I’ve made so many new memories, new friends and most importantly, renewed my relationship with God.”

“Seth’s talks were amazing. He helped me view Jesus in a whole new perspective.”

While KYCK is designed primarily for high schoolers, it also serves youth leaders who can take a break from planning and leading Youth Group that week. Instead, leaders are invited to spend quality time with their teenagers, and to deepen relationships through bonding, learning, sharing and praying together.

A BIG thank you for KYCK 2. It was my first time, and the first time bringing our little youth group (4 teens + one other leader). It was a wonderful weekend of Bible teaching, music, fun, and time together. I was particularly encouraged by your commitment to being faithful to the Scriptures and your focus on Christ.

“What a weekend! We’re leaving with a challenge to answer: who is Jesus and what difference does that make to my life? Mark’s Gospel has spoken to us this weekend and we pray our youth will continue to listen to Him speak into their lives as we head back to Taree.”
Emersus Youth

Hosted as a hybrid event, youth groups can choose to experience KYCK in-person at StayKCC in the Blue Mountains, or KYCK Online; a high-quality livestream promising a ‘front row’ seat from the convenience of a living room or church hall. Delegates who joined KYCK in-person could take part in optional fellowship activities including an organised Prayer Gathering and a Saturday night BBQ which raised over $3,000 for Scripture teachers.

Do you have a story of how God worked in you or your youth at KYCK 23? Let us know using the feedback form or by emailing kyck@kcc.org.au. We would love to hear from you!

KYCK will return for a fourth weekend on the 22-24 September. Tickets are still available from our website: https://www.kyck.org.au/

Over three weekends, more than 5,000 teenagers and youth leaders attended the KYCK conference in Katoomba.

By Heidi Tai

Over 2,300 Emboldened with a ‘Rock Solid’ Faith at Katoomba Easter Convention

We praise God that over the Easter long weekend, over 2,300 adults, youth and children gathered at Katoomba Easter Convention (KEC) to be empowered by God’s word. Through powerful Bible talks, inspiring testimonies and uplifting worship in song, delegates were refreshed with compelling and respected reasons to trust God’s word in a world of confusion.

Since 1962, KEC has become a family tradition for many—a cherished space for people of all cultures, generations and denominations to gather as ‘one in Christ Jesus’, to hear and respond to God’s word.

This year, over 1700 delegates joined the Adult Program to hear from a wide range of international and local speakers. Through expository preaching, topical talks and inspiring testimonies, KEC speakers encouraged delegates to see God’s word as a ‘Rock Solid’ source of truth, goodness and beauty.

Program highlights included Ed Stetzer’s “God Has Spoken” expository talks from the Psalms, Dan Paterson’s “Living Out the Truth in a World of Confusion” expository talks from the Gospels, Sam Chan’s “The Plausibility of Believing” short talks from the book of John, and Sarah Irving-Stonebraker’s personal testimony “How Oxford and Peter Singer led an Atheist Historian to Jesus”.

“Each speaker had an impact. Listening to Dan speak about his suffering and Sarah about her walk from atheism into Christianity was very encouraging.”

“All of the speakers were amazing. Ed, Sam and Dan all had different styles of preaching which was super refreshing each time they came up to speak.”

“I loved Dan Peterson’s talks illustrating the gospel and Jesus’ death and resurrection. The whole convention showed me how much God loves me and convicted me that I need to spend more time with Him.”

While adults enjoyed rich teaching and fellowship in the main session, over 580 children and youth were served by one of eight programs, ranging from Tiny Tots (up to 12 months) to Senior High (Year 10-12). Quiz Worx served the Primary Program with puppetry, music and stories while Tim Edwards taught Junior High, and Aaron Smith in Senior High. Powered by over 170 volunteers, KEC’s age-specific programs gives every family member an opportunity to hear and respond to the gospel each Easter:

“I’d spent well over a decade having the Bible well-taught at KEC by people who loved Jesus. I’m thankful that the leaders in the Kid’s Programs and speakers for the adults never shied away from the fact that life can be hard, but God and his word are true and unchanging, and that he is worth following.”

“My last year in the senior high program proved to me how special KEC is, particularly the incredible encouragement from those within my discussion group. It really prompted me to think deeply every day and to praise God for the amazing opportunities we have.”

While we live in a world of confusion and scepticism towards the Bible, it is our hope that KEC has given delegates a renewed confidence that the Bible is true and trustworthy, beautiful and good. It is our prayer that the church will have a ‘Rock Solid’ faith in God’s word, holding out the Bible as a treasured possession and worthy of wholehearted, joyful submission.

Did God speak to you at KEC? Share your story with us here!

Hear all the KEC talks with KCC+

The KCC One app has launched KCC+, a brand-new subscription service giving users faster and exclusive access to the latest KCC event talks. Available from a monthly annual subscription rate of $4.99, new subscribers will get instant access to our April catalogue which includes 13 talks and uploads from KEC 22, as well as all the KEC 23 talks in May.

Learn more here: https://www.kccone.org.au/

“The talks were all just incredible and I can’t wait to listen to them all again on the KCC+ app. I am so grateful for the reminder that there is nothing I can do to earn or deserve God’s love and it is purely through His Grace that I am saved.”

We praise God that over the Easter long weekend, over 2,300 people gathered at KEC to be empowered by God’s word.

By Heidi Tai

Meet Onward 23 Speaker: Alan Au

We are pleased to announce that Alan Au will be speaking at Onward Youth this June.

We are pleased to announce that Alan Au will be joining the Onward platform to address these questions and to unpack the tension of truth and goodness, and whether Christianity can be both.

Alan has been leading Captivate Presbyterian Church in North Ryde for the last 6 years. He’s married to Beatrice, and they have three crazy kids. He dabbles in baking and Brazilian ju jitsu. He thinks that cheese Twisties are the bomb and chicken Twisties are an abomination.

Alan spent most of his high school years wondering whether God’s love for him is true and has spent the rest of his life working out how to live out God’s love.

Get a taste of his teaching here:

‘The Search for HAPPY’ by Alan Au

In this sermon series, Alan helps us to question how the “pursuit of happy” drives our decisions and pursuits, and whether this should be the meaning of life. He shows us the potential problems of making happiness our ultimate pursuit and contrasts it with God’s call for Christians to seek treasures in heaven and peace in Christ.

Hear Alan speak at Onward 23!

Onward Youth is returning Friday 23 June, 6:30-9:30pm at ‘The Concourse’ in Chatswood.

For more information on the event, speakers, and ticket options please visit our website: https://www.onwardevent.com/

Onward 23 – True & Good – Can Christianity Be Both?

Get to know our Onward 23 keynote speaker, Alan Au.

By Heidi Tai

6 Ways to Prepare for Easter Convention This Weekend

Katoomba Easter Convention (KEC) is right around the corner! Here’s 6 ways to prepare your hearts, minds and families for the long weekend with us.

1. Secure your spot at the Easter Sunday Night Dinner

Get the family together and enjoy a hot, catered dinner and fellowship with other attendees. The Easter Sunday Night dinner is separately bookable from your conference ticket registration. For attendees who have booked accommodation onsite with StayKCC (not including camping & CMS) and volunteers staying onsite, this has been included in your booking.

Pricing:

Adults and children over 12 years: $20
Children (3-12 years): $15
Children under 3 are free.

If you have already purchased your KEC tickets and would like to add on the special night dinner, you can purchase directly through our ticketing system or give us a call on 1300 737 140.

2. Meditate on passages that will be preached at KEC 23

This year we are pleased to host a combination of local and international speakers and special guests including Ed Stetzer, Dan Paterson, Sam Chan, Malcolm Gill, Jonathan Dykes, Judith Calf and Sarah Irving-Stonebraker.

Together, they will explore the theme, “Rock Solid: Trusting God’s Word in a World of Confusion”. To prepare your hearts for Easter, we encourage you to meditate on the passages that will be preached at KEC:

Psalm 1
Psalm 19
Psalm 23
Psalm 84
Matthew 27:32-54
Mark 14:66-72
Mark 15:42-47
Luke 24:1-12 & 36-49
John 20:24-31
John 8:40-48
John 2:1-12
Isaiah 55
Psalm 119:105

To see the 15 confirmed talk titles, click here.

3. Prepare your tickets for entry

Make sure your tickets are ready upon entry. If you registered on or before close of business 23 March 2023, please bring the tickets that you received in the mail. If you registered after this date, please arrive a little earlier on Good Friday morning to pick up your tickets from the Info Tent on site.

4. Pack for all types of weather

The weather in Katoomba can be unpredictable, so make sure you pack for rain, hail and shine! Don’t forget your rain jacket, warm clothes, and comfortable gear for enjoying the outdoors during free time!

5. Stay up to date with KEC on socials and the KCC One app

Stay up to date with the latest KEC news, and interact with our live segments by following us on Facebook or Instagram. Download the KCC One App to gain daily encouragement from KCC’s library of sermons, topical talks, testimonies, and devotionals in audio, text and video formats.

6. Tune your heart for worship with our Spotify playlist

Familiarise yourself with the songs being played at KEC by following our Spotify playlist.

There’s still time to join us!

At Katoomba Easter Convention 2023, we’re ready to serve you with a family-friendly program that will empower you to believe that the Bible is true, trustworthy and inspired by God.

Dates: 7-10^th April 2023
Place: StayKCC, Katoomba

There’s still time to join us! Register today: https://easterconvention.com/

6 ways to prepare for Katoomba Easter Convention 2023

By Heidi Tai

15 Talks Confirmed for Katoomba Easter Convention

We’re pleased to give you a sneak peek of the 15 talks confirmed for Katoomba Easter Convention (KEC).

Katoomba Easter Convention is returning this Easter long weekend to address the theme “Rock Solid: Trusting God’s Word in a World of Confusion”. At KEC this year, delegates will be empowered to have confidence in the Bible’s authority, while refreshing their desire to hear, understand and live by God’s word.

We praise God for our range of international and local speakers who have accepted the invitation to address this important topic. Here’s a sneak peek of the speakers and talks that will be covered this Easter long weekend:

Ed Stetzer

Ed Stetzer is a Professor and Dean at Wheaton College where he also serves as Executive Director of the Wheaton College Billy Graham Center.

Ed will share four talks from the book of Psalms:

Psalm 1 – The ‘Rock Solid’ Word (TRSW) Focuses Our Direction to God’s Pathway
Psalm 19 – TRSW Frames Our Decisions for God’s Honour
Psalm 23 – TRSW Feeds Our Desire for God’s Presence
Psalm 84 – TRSW Fuels Our Devotion to God’s Glory

Dan Paterson

Dan Paterson is the founder of ‘Questioning Christianity’, a ministry helping you connect the Christian story to life’s deepest questions. Dan will unpack the Easter story over three talks from the following books:

Matthew 27:32-54 – Otherworldly Suffering
Mark 14:66-72 & Mark 15:42-47 – Re-enchanting Humanity
Luke 24:1-12 & 36-49 – Turning Graves into Gardens

Sam Chan

Sam Chan is the lead mentor and trainer at EvQ School of Evangelism, a ministry of City Bible Forum) and author of How to talk about Jesus (without being THAT guy). Sam will share three talks from the Gospel of John:

John 20:24-31 – How do I know the Bible is True?
John 8:40-48 – How do I know the Bible is Good?
John 2:1-12 – How do I know the Bible is Beautiful?

More talks from Special Guests!

PLUS, more talks from our Special Guests on a range of topics:

Jonathan Dykes (Executive Director, Katoomba Christian Convention)
The Bible in Everyday Life: Rain & Snow (Isaiah 55)

Malcolm Gill (Lead Pastor, Multicultural Bible Ministry)
The Bible in Everyday Life: Lamp & Light (Psalm 119:105)

Sarah Irving-Stonebraker (Associate Professor of History and Western Civilisation, Australian Catholic University)
How Oxford and Peter Singer led an Atheist Historian to Jesus
A Strong Foundation: How History Can Help us in a Confused World

Judith Calf (Program Manager for Theological Education, Anglican Aid)
Keep Them and Do Them

There’s still time to join us at KEC!

Dates: Easter long weekend, 7-10 April 2023
Venue: StayKCC, Katoomba

Katoomba Easter Convention is less than two weeks away, so don’t delay in booking your tickets. Register now at: https://easterconvention.com/

A sneak peek of the 15 talks confirmed for Katoomba Easter Convention (KEC) this April.

By Heidi Tai

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Meet BASECAMP 23 Speaker: Alasdair Groves

What if Boys Cry?

“BASECAMP is Special”: Sean’s KCC Story

We weren’t created to be numb. Renew your strength at BASECAMP!

5 Ways to Re-experience Katoomba Easter Convention

Meet Oxygen Workshop Speakers: Grant Norsworthy, Kurt Peters and Valerie Ling

Meet Onward Youth Speaker: Dave Jensen

Hear Dave speak at Onward!

Over 5,000 youth invited to ‘Meet Jesus’ at KYCK

Over 2,300 Emboldened with a ‘Rock Solid’ Faith at Katoomba Easter Convention

Hear all the KEC talks with KCC+

Meet Onward 23 Speaker: Alan Au

Hear Alan speak at Onward 23!

6 Ways to Prepare for Easter Convention This Weekend

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