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SUMMARY:Lutheran Women of NSW & ACT Retreat 2026
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Women of NSW & ACT Retreat\n13th – 15th March 2026\nWarrambui Retreat & Conference Centre\n—The Village (En-suite accommodation)\n322 Greenwood Rd\, Murrumbateman NSW 2582 \nTheme: The Greatest Story \nTogether at Lutheran Women’s Retreat\, we’ll discover the power of storytelling\, how the Bible reveals God’s love and purpose for our lives\, and how we can find freedom and transformation by renewing our thinking. Through teaching\, worship\, connection\, and rest\, we’ll reflect on our own stories and be reminded: your story matters\, and God is still writing it. \nRETREAT LEADER:\nTanya Cunningham\, (Immanuel Woden Valley)\nRETREAT PASTOR:\nPastor Tim Mueller (Immanuel Woden Valley)\nWHEN:\nFrom Friday 13th March 2026—registration 5pm\, dinner 6pm to Sunday 15th March\, 2pm\nCOST:\n$220 by Wednesday 12th February\, 2026\nBRING: Towel\, 2 sheets/pillowcase AND your own pillow\, sleeping bag/doona. No doonas and pillows provided. If you have hired linen\, all items will be available for you.\nBible\, pen and paper\nThe Open Door Bookshop will have books for purchase.\nEFTPOS will be available. \nCANCELLATION POLICY:\nNO refund for withdrawal after Closing Date.\nNote: Warrambui does not give refund after their final date. Other refund requests are at the discretion of organizing committee and LWNSW/ACT Executive. \nLWNSWACT Retreat 2026 Registration form Please download the registration form and submit as requested!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/lutheran-women-of-nsw-act-retreat-2026/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260303T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260303T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20260220T000402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T000402Z
UID:8297-1772564400-1772568000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:District Online Prayer Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us every first Tuesday from 7pm! \nHeld over MSTeams \nContact Darren Kupke or Cheryl Turek for more details!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-online-prayer-meeting/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251130T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20251027T012432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T012449Z
UID:8122-1764511200-1764522000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Ordination and Installation of Jacob Traeger
DESCRIPTION:Jacob Traeger will be ordained and installed as Specific Ministry Pastor of the Molonglo Valley Gospel Community on November 30th at 2pm! The service will be held at Immanuel Woden Valley Lutheran Church 37 Burnie St. Lyons ACT\, followed by afternoon tea. \nPlease RSVP by Thursday November 10th to office@immanuellutheran.org.au \nThe service will also be live streamed and greetings can be sent to office@immanuellutheran.org.au
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/ordination-and-installation-of-jacob-traeger/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251109T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20251027T011648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T011648Z
UID:8119-1762700400-1762707600@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Ordination and Installation of Bruce Flanagan
DESCRIPTION:Bruce Flanagan will be ordained and installed as Specific Ministry Pastor to serve Living Waters Liverpool and Good Shepherd Sutherland on November 9th at 3pm at Living Waters Liverpool!
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/ordination-and-installation-of-bruce-flanagan/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251028T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251028T201500
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T095907Z
UID:8048-1761678000-1761682500@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:District Online Prayers NSW & ACT
DESCRIPTION:A Call to Pray for our District \nThis year we are gathering for some District Prayer Times online. After a short devotional time\, the District Bishop will update us on various situations around the NSW & ACT District (and LCNZ). We will then spend some time praying into those situations. This will take place 7pm-8:15pm on Tuesdays 16th September and 28th October.  \nIn between these dates the following is planned (which you can start praying for already): District Bishop visiting Lutheran Church of New Zealand (LCNZ)\, General Pastors Conference online\, General Synod online\, Mission and Ministry Conference (which we are also encouraging our prayer intercessors to attend). \nTo register for these online District Prayer Times\, email kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-online-prayers-nsw-act-2/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250916T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250916T201500
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20250820T233207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250824T095940Z
UID:8044-1758049200-1758053700@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:District Online Prayers NSW & ACT
DESCRIPTION:A Call to Pray for our District \nThis year we are gathering for some District Prayer Times online. After a short devotional time\, the District Bishop will update us on various situations around the NSW & ACT District (and LCNZ). We will then spend some time praying into those situations. This will take place 7pm-8:15pm on Tuesdays 16th September and 28th October.  \nIn between these dates the following is planned (which you can start praying for already): District Bishop visiting Lutheran Church of New Zealand (LCNZ)\, General Pastors Conference online\, General Synod online\, Mission and Ministry Conference (which we are also encouraging our prayer intercessors to attend). \nTo register for these online District Prayer Times\, email kaye.simpfendorfer@lca.org.au.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-online-prayers-nsw-act/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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UID:7816-1749168000-1749513599@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Better Blokes
DESCRIPTION:Better Blokes is a national gathering of men. Held at Warrambui Retreat & Conference Centre\, Murrumbateman NSW\, just 40 minutes North of Canberra\, it is a life-changing and life-affirming experience where men are encouraged to get real with their mates\, get real with God and get real with themselves. Men testify that they are equipped to be better blokes within their families\, their churches and the wider community. Pick ups available from plane\, bus & train\, in Canberra or Yass. \nEarly Bird Closes 25 April 2025 \nRegistrations close 14 May 2025 \nRegistration Fees: \nDome  $290  ($255 Early Bird) Up to 13 sharing in dormitory accommodation in bunk beds and shared bathrooms. \nVillage $315  ($280 Early Bird) 4 to 6 share an ensuite room with two bunk beds and two single beds \nDependant Son or First Time camper $190 \nOPTIONAL (add on during registration)\nFriday Night Dinner $25​\nLinen Hire $30 – includes pillow\, doona\, sheets and towel \nFor more information and to register please see the Better Blokes Website \n 
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/better-blokes/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Men
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250603T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250605T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20250407T011940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T121029Z
UID:7826-1748952000-1749132000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Mission and Ministry
DESCRIPTION:“For where two or three gather in my name\, there am I with them” (Matthew 18:20). \nThis year’s first Mission and Ministry conference\, with the theme Community and Worship\, will be held at Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre. \nThe conference begins with lunch on Tuesday 3 June at 12.00pm and concludes Thursday 5 June with lunch beginning at 1.00pm. Please aim to arrive at noon and plan to leave after lunch. \nThis conference will have sessions led by Grant Norsworthy\, (More than Music Mentor). Remembering that all conferences are for Mission and Ministry workers\, there will be time and space for Pastors and Lay Ministry workers to meet separately. \nWe often find that aside from the sessions the discussions had between sessions and over meals often provide some of the most enriching times as we encourage and support each other to grow together as part of God’s church in NSW and ACT. \n \n  \nConference Prices \nMission and Ministry Program 2025 \nRegister Attendence  \nRegister Apologies \n 
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/mission-and-ministry/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Men,Training,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240823T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240825T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20240703T092650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T202757Z
UID:7764-1724434200-1724592600@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Sisterhood 2024
DESCRIPTION:Sisterhood is a retreat for women of all ages to connect with and support each other\, and to grow in our faith. The weekend includes times of Bible study and worship\, reflection and self-discovery exercises\, electives to nurture our creativity and our spirits\, and dedicated time for rest and rejuvenation. Sisterhood retreats provide a nurturing and caring environment where participants can deepen their connections\, gain personal insights\, and recharge in the company of like-minded women. \nThe theme of this year’s sisterhood retreat is “Precious”\, looking at how God loves us in the midst of struggle and pressure\, and how these times turn into something more beautiful than we can imagine. \nVISIT THE SISTERHOOD WEBSITE \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/sisterhood-2024/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240823T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20240703T092126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T102646Z
UID:7760-1724434200-1724590800@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:District Prayer Gathering
DESCRIPTION:‘Lord\, Renew your Church’ \nFor Jesus\, prayer is the first order of business. We know from research that all revitalised Churches are undergirded by a powerful prayer movement. The first District Prayer Gathering was held at Mount Carmel Retreat Centre in November 2023 and already we are seeing the fruit of this weekend. \nThe 2024 Prayer Gathering will be held 23 – 25 August at Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre. To encourage all intercessors in the Lutheran Church in NSW and the ACT\, the weekend will be provided free of charge. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nEven if you can’t attend\, please submit any points of thanks\, praise or requests you would like us to include in our prayers via our online form HERE. These can be for yourself\, your congregation or community\, our District\, the wider LCANZ\, for the world and for those who are distant from Jesus. Prayer points can be submitted until 21st August using the link above. \nIf you would like to join our email or WhatsApp District Intercessors group please get in contact with Pastor Darren Kupke\, darren.kupke@lca.org.au or 0458 774 757.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-prayer-gathering-2/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240728T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240728T163000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20240725T104900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T104900Z
UID:7771-1722178800-1722184200@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Installation of Pastor Richard Schwedes as Bishop of the LCANSW & ACT District
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Installation of Pastor Richard Schwedes as Bishop of LCA NSW and ACT District with oversight for New Zealand \nSunday 28 July 2024 at 3pm LifeWay Lutheran Church \n56 Norfolk Rd\, Epping NSW 2121 Followed by afternoon tea \nLivestream: https://www.youtube.com/@LifeWayLutheranChurch \nRSVP and greetings to District Office by 19 July 2024 ph (02) 8660 1200 email office.nsw@lca.org.au \nStreet parking is available\, however there is limited onsite parking so we suggest you plan to arrive by 2.30pm. \nAlternatively\, take a train to Epping station which is a 15-minute walk to the church.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/installation-of-pastor-richard-schwedes-as-bishop-of-the-lcansw-act-district/
LOCATION:LifeWay Lutheran Church Epping\, 56 Norfold Road\, Epping\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240315T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20231101T084411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T084411Z
UID:7708-1710522000-1710694800@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Lutheran Women NSW & ACT Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Lutheran Women of NSW & ACT Retreat\n15 – 17 March 2024\nWarrambui Retreat & Conference Centre – The Village [en-suite accommodation] \nTheme: A Patchwork Life\nI am sure that God\, who began the good work with you\, will continue his work until it is finally finished on that day when Christ Jesus comes back. Philippians 1:6 (NLT) \nRETREAT TEAM: Jane Franke\, Naomi Steinhardt\, Meryl Packer and Tanna Mackenzie\nRETREAT PASTOR: Pastor Darren Kupke\, Temora Lutheran Community Congregation\nWHEN: From Friday 15 March 2024 – registration 5pm\, dinner 6pm\, to Sunday 17 March\, 2pm \nFor more details CLICK HERE for the registration form.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/lutheran-women-nsw-act-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Women
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240308T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240310T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230424T041544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T084741Z
UID:7610-1709920800-1710093600@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:2024 LCA NSW and ACT District Convention of Synod
DESCRIPTION:2024 Synodical Convention \nBethlehem Lutheran Church Wagga Wagga \n11 Athol St Turvey Park Tamar Drive Wagga Wagga and \nLutheran School Wagga Wagga \nTamar Drive Wagga Wagga \n8 – 10 March 2024
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/2024-lca-nsw-and-act-district-convention-of-synod/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240119T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20231101T083810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T083810Z
UID:7706-1705676400-1705849200@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Junior Youth Camp
DESCRIPTION:Junior Youth Camp \nHillary Thompson and Eva Reichstein are super excited to be returning to direct this camp. We will be exploring what it means to be ‘PLANTED’. As all plants need good soil\, water and sunlight\, we will be looking at how Prayer\, Preaching (the Bible) and People will help us grow in our faith in God. \nDates: 3pm Friday 19 – 2pm Sunday 21 January 2024 – at Warrambui \nAges: Grades 3 to 6 in 2024 \nCost: $150. Family discounts apply \nFirst-time TPM Campers: Thanks to the LLL Camping Ministry Grant\, First-time TPM campers can attend JYC for $100! \nCLICK HERE to register
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/junior-youth-camp/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240116T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20240119T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20231101T083224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T083358Z
UID:7702-1705413600-1705672800@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:History Makers
DESCRIPTION:History Makers is directed by Lachlan Reichstein and Tara Collier. This year’s theme is “The Script”\, where we’ll be going through the Lord’s Prayer. Lachlan and Tara are looking forward to unpacking the meaning behind those famous words with our high school campers. \nDates: 2pm Tuesday 16 – 2pm Friday 19 January 2024 – at Warrambui \nAges: Grades 7 to 12 in 2024 \nCost: $290 – or register before November 30 for our Early Bird price of $270. Family discounts apply \nFirst-time TPM Campers: Thanks to the LLL Camping Ministry Grant\, First-time TPM campers can attend History Makers for $150! \nCLICK HERE to register
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/history-makers/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231224T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20231216T015852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231216T015852Z
UID:7729-1703404800-1703610000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Services
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the birth of Jesus with a local church. Find a list of Christmas Services in the LCA NSW and ACT District.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/christmas-eve-and-christmas-day-services-2/
CATEGORIES:District Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231124T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231126T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20231101T082826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T082826Z
UID:7700-1700848800-1701021600@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:TPM Leadership Camp
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to start thinking about TPM’s annual Leadership Camp and prepare for our summer camps. We’d love to see you all attend our training weekend. This is a compulsory event for those wishing to lead at TPM camps. \nWhen: 6pm Friday 24 – 2pm Sunday 26 November\, 2023 \nWhere: Warrambui Retreat & Conference Centre \nAge group: 16+ \nCost: Free \nWhat to expect: A great weekend learning from each other\, whilst being intentional in growing as people of God and leaders in our communities. Some of the topics we will be looking at this year include how to run studies\, how we might be able to improve our camp introductions\, and learning more about campers with additional needs and how we can cater for them. \n Safe Church Information: All 18+ leaders must complete SP3 Level 1 training or SP3 Refresher training prior to attending leadership camp so we can talk about this training at leadership camp. These are available online. Please email us if you require more information or are unsure of your training status. Leaders 18+ are also required to have a Working With Children Check (NSW) or Working With Vulnerable People card (ACT) \nRegistration: Register online here. Registrations close Friday 10 November.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/tpm-leadership-camp/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231103T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230917T110555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231012T090152Z
UID:7672-1699030800-1699192800@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:District Prayer Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Jesus says\, “The harvest is great … So pray …” (Luke 10:2). To carry out his mission\, God has placed intercessors in every congregation to pray for its ministries and mission. We want to encourage these people in this important area of ministry. If this is you\, we are inviting you to join us for a weekend to praise\, pray\, reflect and repent as we pray for the NSW & ACT District\, it’s congregations and ministries. \nWhere: Mount Carmel Retreat Centre (near Campbelltown) on November 3-5 2023. \nCost: There is no cost to participants\, simply a willingness and a heart to pray for our District. \nCLICK HERE to register \nCLICK HERE to register an apology
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/district-prayer-gathering/
LOCATION:Mount Carmel Retreat Centre\, 247 St Andrews Road\, Varroville\, NSW\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231009T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20231011T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230424T041323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230816T200658Z
UID:7608-1696852800-1697031000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:2023 Pastors Conference
DESCRIPTION:Pastors Conference for Pastors of the LCANSW and ACT District \nRegistrations now open
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/2023-pastors-conference/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230930
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230607T102106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T102106Z
UID:7626-1695600000-1696031999@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Frontier Intensive Training - Jesus and the Gospels
DESCRIPTION:Frontier School of Mission \nIntensive Training – Jesus and the gospels \nPort Macquarie\, NSW \n25-29 September 2023 \nAn understanding of who Jesus of Nazareth is and how he is portrayed in the Gospels is fundamental to the church’s task of mission today. In this unit\, taught by Frontier School of Mission dean\, Dr Mark Worthing\, participants will learn basic skills of reading the four Gospels. They will look at the different portrayals of Jesus in the synoptic Gospels and in the Gospel of John. There will be a focus on how Jesus was understood in the Gospels and how various groups view Jesus today.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/frontier-intensive-training-jesus-and-the-gospels/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church\, Port Macquarie\, 13 Kemp Street\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230826
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230607T101915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T101915Z
UID:7624-1692576000-1693007999@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Frontier Intensive Training - Introduction to Preaching
DESCRIPTION:Frontier School of Mission \nIntensive Training – INTRODUCTION TO PREACHING \nPort Macquarie\, NSW \n21-25 August 2023 \nDr Tim Stringer will be leading this unit\, designed especially for current lay preachers and those preparing for this role. The intensive will also be of interest to experienced preachers who are interested in honing their skills of public proclamation within the current preaching context. Special attention will be given to missional preaching\, the use of multi-media\, and delivering sermons via various on-line platforms. Participants will learn not just how to exegete a biblical text\, but also how to exegete (or read) a congregation. There will be opportunity to deliver a short sermon in class and receive feedback\, as well as to deliver a sermon in an appropriate setting after the intensive and receive further feedback.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/frontier-introduction-to-preaching/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church\, Port Macquarie\, 13 Kemp Street\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230818T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230607T102841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T102853Z
UID:7629-1692379800-1692540000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:TPM Sisterhood 2023
DESCRIPTION:August 18-20 at Warrambui \nSisterhood 2023 is a retreat for women of all ages to connect with and support each other\, and to grow in our faith. The weekend includes times of Bible study and worship\, reflection and self-discovery exercises\, electives to nurture our creativity and our spirits\, and dedicated time for rest and rejuvenation. Sisterhood retreats provide a nurturing and caring environment where participants can deepen their connections\, gain personal insights\, and recharge in the company of like-minded women. \nThe theme of this year’s sisterhood retreat\, “Her Story\,” invites women to reflect on God’s work in our lives\, and how every woman’s story is unique and holds immense value. Throughout the retreat\, participants will be encouraged to reflect on their personal journeys\, recognising the trials\, triumphs\, and transformative moments that have shaped them. Delving into these stories allows for a deeper understanding of our identity and purpose\, and allows us to learn from and appreciate the stories of others. Together\, we will explore how our stories contribute to a collective legacy of faith and wonder at the ways in which we see God intricately woven into the fabric of our lives. \nFor more details\, and to register\, go to tpmsisterhood.com
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/tpm-sisterhood-2023/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230729
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230607T101411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T101732Z
UID:7618-1690156800-1690588799@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Frontier Intensive Training - Theology of Mission
DESCRIPTION:Frontier School of Mission \nIntensive Training – Theology of Mission \nPort Macquarie\, NSW \n24-28 July 2023 \nWhat on earth is God doing for heaven’s sake and how do we join God in this work? This intensive will look at how God has worked in the past\, and what God is doing in other places\, to help us discern how God is working with us today. Our context has changed radically in the past decade. To bring the good news of Jesus to the world today we need to move beyond programs and techniques and get back to the basics of being Christians in our communities. This intensive will be led by Pastor Steen Olsen (LCANZ emeritus pastor and bishop) and Pastor Mat von Stanke (Life Way\, Newcastle NSW).
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/frontier-theology-of-mission/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church\, Port Macquarie\, 13 Kemp Street\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230621T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230621T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230607T110412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T110412Z
UID:7636-1687375800-1687381200@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Bible Study with the Bishop
DESCRIPTION:Our next Zoom bible study led by Bishop Robert Bartholomaeus will be on Wednesday 21 June\, 7.30pm. \nPhilippians 1: The Happy Prisoner \nAll members of the NSW and ACT District are invited to participate. Register your interest with Kaye at the District Office\, email office.nsw@lca.org.au \nIf you have attended the previous Zoom studies you don’t need to register again\, you will receive the Zoom link via email. \n 
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/bible-study-with-the-bishop/
CATEGORIES:District Event,Men,Women,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230613T120000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230615T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230424T041145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230424T041145Z
UID:7606-1686657600-1686835800@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Mission and Ministry Conference
DESCRIPTION:‘Connecting to Connect’ \nMission and Ministry Conference is for District Layworkers\, Pastors\, Congregational and Ministry Leaders. \nAt Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/mission-and-ministry-conference/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230322T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230322T210000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230313T040915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T040915Z
UID:7569-1679513400-1679518800@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Zoom Bible Study
DESCRIPTION:All members of the NSW and ACT District are invited to participate in a Zoom Bible study led by Bishop Robert Bartholomaeus. Contact the District Office to register your interest. \nWednesday March 22\, 7.30pm via Zoom. \nIf you have attended the previous Zoom studies\, you don’t need to register again\, you will receive the link the day before.
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/zoom-bible-study/
CATEGORIES:District Event,Men,Women
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ORGANIZER;CN="LCANSWACT District":MAILTO:admin.nsw@lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230320T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230324T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230313T044933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T045436Z
UID:7574-1679299200-1679677200@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Frontier Intensive Training - Missional Discipleship
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne School of Theology is excited to offer two units as intensives at its MST-Frontier Port Macquarie campus in the first semester of 2023 in collaboration with MST-Frontier School of Mission. The units can be applied toward either an accredited Certificate/Graduate Certificate (4 units) or a Diploma/Graduate Diploma (8 units) or can be taken as an audit for those who would simply like to sit in on the lectures and do the readings. \nThis unit\, taught by LCA Executive Officer for Local Mission Dr Tania Nelson\, and LCA pastor for New and Renewing Churches\, Nathan Hedt\, begins with Jesus’ practice of discipleship as found in the Gospels and examines practical ways in which discipleship can occur in various missional settings within the Australian context. \nThe student will not only be challenged to re-discover Jesus’ radical approach to discipleship\, but to apply this to their own lives and to mission and ministry in contemporary Australia. \nBooks to consider reading in preparation for this unit: \n\nJohn Stott. The Radical Disciple: Wholehearted Christian Living (IVP\, 2021)\nTania Nelson. The Challenge of Missional Renewal (ACR\, 2022)\nNathan Hedt. Return from Exile: How Congregations can survive and thrive in a post-pandemic world (ACR\, 2022)\n\nFor more information contact Dr Mark Worthing\, Campus Academic Dean of MST-Frontier. \nEmail: frontier@lca.org.au \nPhone: 0428 557 663
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/frontier-intensive-training-missional-discipleship/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church\, Port Macquarie\, 13 Kemp Street\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230220T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20230313T045343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230313T045503Z
UID:7583-1676880000-1677258000@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:Frontier Intensive Training - Foundational Christian Beliefs
DESCRIPTION:Melbourne School of Theology is excited to offer two units as intensives at its MST-Frontier Port Macquarie campus in the first semester of 2023 in collaboration with MST-Frontier School of Mission. The units can be applied toward either an accredited Certificate/Graduate Certificate (4 units) or a Diploma/Graduate Diploma (8 units) or can be taken as an audit for those who would simply like to sit in on the lectures and do the readings. \nThis unit\, taught by Dr Mark Worthing\, pastor of St Peter’s Lutheran Church\, Port Macquarie\, is an introduction to basic Christian beliefs. \nThe unit examines Christian teachings with a focus on the mission of the church. The material is structured around the Church Year\, giving it a practical focus for worship. \nWe begin with Advent and the preparation for the coming of Jesus\, look at the incarnation of God at Christmas\, reflect on Jesus’ death and resurrection as commemorated on Good Friday and Easter\, the Holy Spirit as celebrated at Pentecost\, then Trinity Sunday\, the doctrine of the Church for the Pentecost season\, and finish with a celebration of the coming of Christ the King\, which we celebrate on the last Sunday of the Church Year. \nBooks to consider reading in preparation for this unit: \n\nMark Worthing. This is Most Certainly True: Learning Jesus Christ through Luther’s Small Catechism (ACR 2022)\nHans Schwarz. The Christian Faith: A Creedal Statement (Baker\, 2014)\n\nFor more information contact Dr Mark Worthing\, Campus Academic Dean of MST-Frontier. \nEmail: frontier@lca.org.au \nPhone: 0428 557 663
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/frontier-intensive-training-foundational-christian-beliefs/
LOCATION:St Peter’s Lutheran Church\, Port Macquarie\, 13 Kemp Street\, Port Macquarie\, NSW\, 2444\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Frontier School of Mission":MAILTO:info@frontier.lca.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230120T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20221119T015731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T015809Z
UID:7532-1674226800-1674399600@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:JYC - TPM Youth Camp for Years 3-6
DESCRIPTION:Summer JYC Details:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen: 3pm Friday 20 – 2pm Sunday 22 January\, 2023 \nWhere: Warrambui Retreat & Conference Centre \nAge Group: Youth in grades 3 – 6 in 2023 \nCost: $150. Family discounts apply \nFirst Time TPM Camper: Thanks to the LLL Camping Ministry Grant we are able to offer First Time TPM Campers a special price of $100 \nRiverina Bus: A bus from the Riverina will run depending on numbers. The available stops are Walla Walla\, Culcairn\, Henty\, Wagga Wagga and Gundagai. \nLeaders: Leaders aged 16+ are encouraged to apply to attend. An email with details of the expression of interest form has been sent out. Please contact us if you did not receive it. \n\nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations Close December 30
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/jyc-tpm-youth-camp-for-years-3-6/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230117T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T163314
CREATED:20221119T015223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T015831Z
UID:7529-1673964000-1674223200@nswact.lca.org.au
SUMMARY:History Makers - TPM Youth Camp for Years 7-12
DESCRIPTION:Camp Details\nWhen: 2pm Tuesday 17 – 2pm Friday 20 January\, 2023. Leaders arrive 5pm Monday 16th. \nWhere: Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre \nAge Group: Years 7 – 12 in 2023 \nRegistration Fees: $290 – register before November 30 for Early Bird price of $270. Family discounts apply. \nFirst Time TPM Camper: $150 \nRiverina Bus: A bus from the Riverina will run depending on numbers. The available stops are Walla Walla\, Culcairn\, Henty\, Wagga Wagga and Gundagai. \nLeaders: Leaders aged 18+ are encouraged to apply to attend. An email with details of the expression of interest form has been sent out. Please get in touch if you would like to receive it. Leaders Day 10am Monday 16th. \nREGISTER HERE \nRegistrations Close December 30
URL:https://nswact.lca.org.au/event/history-makers-tpm-youth-camp-for-years-7-12/
LOCATION:Warrambui Retreat and Conference Centre\, 322 Greenwood Road\, Murrumbateman\, NSW\, 2582\, Australia
CATEGORIES:District Event,Youth
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ORGANIZER;CN="Turning Point Ministries":MAILTO:event.bookings@tpm.org.au
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