We will try to note events that may be of interest to the churches in general. Not all these events are sponsored or endorsed by Mission and ministry (Vic-Tas), and often we do not have precise details, just general information. We post details given in good faith, but you are advised to confirm these from the organizers themselves! Many of these events are taken with gratitude from the Melbourne Pastors’ Network site.http://www.transformingmelbourne.org/shapeimage_2_link_0
TASMANIAN TERM DATES CLICK HERE VICTORIAN TERM DATES CLICK HERE Dates of the Church Year, RCL Year C, 2010 (2009-2010) Lectionary Bible Readings and Sermons FEBRUARY 2010 6 Feb - Youth Vision Connect Breakfast 17 Feb to 28th March - National Call to 40 Days Prayer and Fasting for our cities Citywide call to 40 Days of Prayer & Fasting organised by Transforming Melbourne. Includes a daily prayer guide and opportunities for local and citywide gatherings for united prayer. Contact TM Office: 03 95702534 office@transformingmelbourne.org 22 Mon - Fri 26 Feb MELBOURNE CALEB INSTITUTE FIRST BLOCK Caleb provides a complete leadership training program that empowers pastors and Christian Leaders to grow and perform with renewed effectiveness. Competencies for effective team leadership, confidence and enthusiasm that lasts, models an affirming relational approach, motivation for spiritual growth. Other Blocks are 12-16 April and 31May – 4June. Contact info@caleb.org.au or see www.caleb.org.au or call 1300 767 444. 15-19 Feb Children’s Ministry Intensive at CCTC. www.cctc.edu.au/kidsmin.htm 26 – 27 Feb – “Ministry to Children Conference” (Mt. Evelyn) The vision of the “Ministry to Children” conference is to launch participants into the new year of working with children and families with their passion for ministry stirred, new ideas generated and fresh dreams for the children and families in their churches and communities. EARLY BIRD Rate $85 Includes a great range of electives, a huge display of resources and the opportunity to hear and engage with one of the world's most passionate child advocates - Dr Wes Stafford. President of Compassion International, and author of "Too Small to Ignore: Why Children are the Next Big Thing.” “Ministry to Children" Conference - http://www.mtconline.org.au/ MARCH 2010 Fri 5 March - WORLD DAY OF PRAYER World Day of Prayer is a worldwide movement of Christian women of many traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer each year, and who, in many countries, have a continuing relationship in prayer and service. Initiated and carried out by women in more than 170 countries and regions. Symbolized by this annual day of celebration to which all people are welcome. It is a movement which brings together women of various races, cultures, and traditions in closer fellowship, understanding, and action throughout the year. See www.worlddayofprayer.net Fri 5 to Sun 8 March - SURRENDER:10 At Belgrave Heights Convention Centre. SURRENDER is now run by a group of passionate organisations including the original founders, UNOH as well as Concern Australia, Djaywunti (A network of Indigenous ministries), Just Salvos (the social justice department of the Salvation Army), TEAR Australia, Urban Seed & the Victorian Council of Christian Education (VCCE). We’ve also got some great new partner groups and churches coming on board to see the life changing message of SURRENDER continue. It’s our prayer that SURRENDER will:Help inspire and equip you and your church to connect with those facing poverty in your local communities, Present a theology and practical steps to help address issues facing Indigenous Australians, Highlight examples of incarnational and integral mission as well as training opportunities, Provide an informal environment to explore these issues further. enquiries@surrender.org.au or call 0403 177 995. 18 - 20th March – SEX.GOD.LIFE CONFERENCE The Sex.God.Life 2010 Gathering will provide the emerging generation of Australian Christian leaders with two days and nights of equipping from some of the world’s leading communicators on issues of brokenness, hope and redemption. Hosted by Roundabout Ministries, (serving Australian churches for the last five years with quality events and resources on issues related to sexual/relational brokenness), SexGodLife2010 is practical specialist training for current and future Christian leaders, (youth/young adult leaders, youth pastors/workers, chaplains, counsellors, pastoral care workers and senior church leaders), who desire to be better equipped for ministry to a hurting world.  SexGodLife 2010 will also provide great encouragement and support for Christians who are struggling with areas of brokenness in their personal lives. Keynote Communicators: Sy Rogers, Mark Sayers, Adrian Rowse Venue: Syndal Baptist Church, Melbourne. ( Contact Adrian Rowse planetrowse@gmail.com) 19th – 26th March - S.Y.G. Schools Clinics: With Phil Cann (Canada) Ministry Visit 19th March - S.Y.G Launch Frankston 20th March, S.Y.G Launch Ballarat 20th March - "REFRESH" (Geelong, Saturday 9.30am - 4pm)    Put together by local churches in partnership with the Victorian Children's Ministry Network and ACCESS ministries, this huge day for those involved in ministry with children and families in the school, community and church contexts includes electives suitable for ministers, chaplains, CRE teachers, Playgoup Leaders, Kids Hope mentors, worship leaders, and all those involved in teaching children. http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events EARLY BIRD Rate $20. 26th March, S.Y.G Launch One Community 27th March - "Faith Journeys with Children & Families" (Benalla) For all those who are engaged in ministry with children and families throughout North East Victoria, this inter-denominational training event will encourage, equip and energise for the year ahead. Put together by a team of experienced children and families, ministry practitioners, the day will include opportunities for networking and sharing stories together. EARLY BIRD Rate $15 http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events 27th March - "Faith Journeys with Children & Families" (Traralgon) For all those who are engaged in ministry with children and families throughout North East Victoria, this inter-denominational training event will encourage, equip and energise for the year ahead. Put together by a team of experienced children and families, ministry practitioners, the day will include opportunities for networking and sharing stories together. EARLY BIRD Rate $15 http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events APRIL 2010 4th April: Easter Sunday - AWAKENING EASTER MARCH ACROSS AUSTRALIA. www.awakening.org.au. 16th April (Friday) - Healthy Ministry Seminar: 1 Focussing on Boundaries in Ministry, and Caring for the minister 9.00am – 4.00pm, CofC Centre - Level 1 582 Heidelberg Road, Fairfield, Victoria $20 (please send full payment to CofC by Monday 5th April 2010) RSVP: By Monday 5th April 2010to Mission and Ministry on 9488 8800 or AdminM&M@churchesofchrist.org.au MAY 2010 1st May - "BOOST" (Greensborough) Saturday 8.30am - 1.15pm. All those involved in ministry with children and families throughout the North and East of Melbourne are invited to be inspired, refreshed and engaged at “Boost”. There’s a great range of electives to choose from with many fantastic presenters. For more information and registration e-mail children@allsaintsgb.org.au or contact Sue Bluett on 0433 024 626. http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events 1st May - "BOOST" – (Frankston) Saturday 8.30am - 1.15pm. All those involved in ministry with children and families throughout the South and South East of Melbourne are invited to be inspired, refreshed and engaged at “Boost”. There’s a great range of electives to choose from with many fantastic presenters. For more information email dhughes@melbourne.anglican.com.au http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events Friday 14th May - Churches of Christ (Vic-Tas) All Ministers’ Summit This is a must for everybody who is in a ministry role in a church, or as a chaplain. Mission and Ministry are planning a day of storytelling, celebration and encouragement around the theme of ‘First Things First’. Saturday 15th May - Churches of Christ (Vic-Tas) All Churches Summit As well as the usual AGM reports and reflections, this day will give members of our churches the opportunity to hear and tell stories, welcome newly affiliated churches, and dialogue about what it is meaning to belong together as Churches of Christ in Vic/Tas. Saturday 15th May - Conference Celebration and Ordination—Saturday evening, May 15. Great music, good stories and positive inspiration and encouragement as people are ordained for ministry. 23rd May Pentecost Sunday 29th May - "Stories of Childhood" Playgroup and Pre-School Conference (Parkville) Saturday 9.30am - 3pm. For ministers, church leaders, playgroup leaders, Sunday School teachers and anyone involved in serving families with pre-schoolers, this “Stories of Childhood” Conference will be well worth the journey to Parkville. With a fantastic keynote speaker and a range of practical electives this will be a great day. http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events JUNE 2010 11-14 June CBE International Conference 2010 - "Better Together" The conference will run from Friday June 11 to Monday June 14 at the Jasper Hotel, 489 Elizabeth Street Melbourne. Our Keynote speakers will include The Rev Dr Graham Cole, Professor of Biblical and Systematic Theology at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Chicago, Dr. Cheryl Catford National Director, Australian Evangelical Alliance, and Dr Oluwafunmilayo (Funmi) Para-Mallam, Senior Research Fellow at the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies, Kuru, Nigeria and Rev Dr Kevin Giles, a pastor-theologian who has written widely on women in leadership, ministry in the apostolic age and the Trinity as model for mutually enriching relationships and church health. More information including costs will be available soon. June 11th – 14th, STATE YOUTH GAMES – See: www.stateyouthgames.com/syg for information. 16th June (Wednesday) Marriage Celebrants Training Day Conducted in conjunction with the Baptist Union of Victoria. Time: 9.30am to 3.30pm Venue: BUV offices - 1193 Toorak Rd, Camberwell Cost: $20 - please send full payment to CofC by Monday 7th June 10 RSVP: By Monday 7th June to Mission and Ministry on 9488 8800 or AdminM&M@churchesofchrist.org.au June 19 "Faith Journeys with Children & Families" – (Warrnambool) For all those engaged in ministry with children and families throughout Western Victoria, this inter-denominational training event will encourage, equip and energise for ministry. Put together by a team of experienced children and families ministry practitioners, the day will include opportunities for networking and sharing stories together. Saturday EARLY BIRD Rate $15 June 19th - "REFRESH" - Western Suburbs TBC     9.30am - 4pm Saturday. Put together by local churches in partnership with the Victorian Children's Ministry Network and ACCESS ministries, this huge day for those involved in ministry with children and families in the school, community and church contexts includes electives suitable for ministers, chaplains, CRE teachers, Playgoup Leaders, Kids Hope mentors, worship leaders, and all those involved in teaching children. EARLY BIRD Rate $20. http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events JULY 2010 Sun 4-Sun 11 July NAIDOC WEEK NAIDOC – The National Aboriginal and Islander Day Observance Committee. Today, NAIDOC is a celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and an opportunity to recognize the contributions of Indigenous Australians in various fields. Activities take place across the nation during this week. All Australians are encouraged to participate. See www.naidoc.org.au July 26th – August 6th, YV Gravity Tour ‘Schools’ July 24th - "REFRESH" (Bendigo ) Put together by local churches in partnership with the Victorian Children's Ministry Network and ACCESS ministries, this huge day for those involved in ministry with children and families in the school, community and church contexts includes electives suitable for ministers, chaplains, CRE teachers, Playgoup Leaders, Kids Hope mentors, worship leaders, and all those involved in teaching children. http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events July 31st - "OVERFLOW" (Parkville) Saturday 9am - 4pm. For churches across Victoria and Tasmania seeking to engage more effectively with children & families and youth, this training day is a source of great encouragement and equipping for ministry. Featuring a wide variety of experienced presenters, this is an event not to be missed. http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events AUGUST 2010 6th August - Youth Vision: Gravity Tour ‘Live’ 6th – 7th August - YOUTH VISION - QUENCH (Western Region gathering) 14 August - OAC Children’s Ministry Training Day (Heathmont) OAC has a long and distinguished history of creative ideas for ministry with children. This will be another great day in keeping with the flavour of OAC. For more information and registration details, contact vic@oac.org.au 25th - 27th August - KIDSHAPER 2010 "TASTE" (Richmond) Wednesday to Friday. This annual AOG Conference draws participants from all over Australia. Featuring a variety of high-energy and high-profile presenters, "Taste" will be an experience to reflect on for years to come. For more info email info@kidshaper.com 28th August - "Faith Journeys with Children & Families" (Horsham) For all those engaged in ministry with children and families throughout Western and North Western Victoria, this inter-denominational training event will encourage, equip and energise for ministry . Put together by a team of experienced children and families ministry practitioners, the day will include opportunities for networking and sharing stories together. EARLY BIRD Rate $15 http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events SEPTEMBER 2010 10th September 2010 9am – 3pm Friday Healthy Ministry Seminar: 2 Recommended for ongoing prof development Misconduct Matters: What constitutes ministry misconduct? Proactively – being safe rather than sorry; The processes; Ministers and volunteers The Redbook – Safe Churches; General; Children and Youth; Overview of Privacy and Religious Tolerance; VCC Emergency Response plan 20th - 24th September - YOUTH VISION IMMERSE CAMP OCTOBER 2010 9 October "TORQUE" - SU Training Day - TBC “Torque” is suitable for anyone involved in ministry with children & families and/or youth. Scripture Union training days are not just excellent equipping for ministry – but fantastic networking opportunities as well. http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events 17,18,19 October "NEXT GEN" CONFERENCE” (Anglesea) Sunday, Monday, Tuesday. Australia's premier conference in 2010 for those in paid Children & Families ministry, "Next Gen" brings together leaders from all over the country. "Next Gen" is a unique opportunity to gather with peers, to be challenged to greater excellence in ministry and to be shaped through prayer together. Stimulation and practical - "Next Gen" http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events 23 October "Faith Journeys with Children & Families" (Warragul) Saturday. EARLY BIRD Rate $15. For all those engaged in ministry with children and families throughout Gippsland, this inter-denominational training event will encourage, equip and energise for ministry . Put together by a team of experienced children and families ministry practitioners, the day will include opportunities for networking and sharing stories together http://ctm.uca.edu.au/children-families-ministry/training-workshops-and-events 23 October "REFRESH" (Ballarat) Saturday. 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