2. Who is someone who has inspired or spurred you on in your Christian walk? Many people have enriched my life. I came from a non-Christian family, so every Christian I meet is an inspiration and an encouragement. The man who converted me then met with me once a week for three years to disciple me, teach me the Bible, help me to pray, to answer my questions, and keep me accountable. And he prayed for me! 3. What do you think are the benefits of attending conferences like Katoomba Easter Convention? It is encouraging to meet with lots of other Christians from different churches, and experience our unity to Christ. It is good to hear different people giving Bible talks, to benefit from different perspectives and different people. It is good to make new friends, and good for us to pray together and praise God together. "Each morning I pray that this day would be my best day of loving and serving God." - Peter Adam 4. The KEC theme this year is "The end of all things: life on the edge of eternity". How do the 'end times' and promise of eternity with Jesus shape the way you live today? Hugely. There are some sins which I don't commit because I know that one day the secrets of all our hearts and lives will be exposed when Christ returns. I know that any sacrifice or suffering or self-denial is worth it, because I am not living for this life but for the next. Having Jesus as my Lord means I don't need the approval of others: his 'Well done' will be worth waiting for. And I look forward so much to seeing the church, the glorious bride of Christ, in all her splendour! I look forward to my resurrection body, free from sin and frailty. And I look forward to seeing the glory of God covering the earth as the waters cover the sea.  Peter (left) with good friends Kanishka and Sam at Langham Preaching Training Conference in Sri Lanka. 5. What spiritual disciplines or habits helps you to persevere ahead of eternity? I keep myself accountable to my friends. I try to continue to grow continually as a believer in Christ, and in usefulness in ministry. I repent of my sins everyday, and put sin to death everyday. I find all my consolation and comfort and joy in God, the father of mercies. I try to grow in love, humility, contentment, patience, forbearance and forgiveness. Each day I praise God, confess my sins, thank him, trust him, cry out to him, turn to him, live in his presence, live by his power, trust his inspired Scriptures, offer my body as a living sacrifice, and pray for others and for myself. I engage in life-long learning about God, about the Bible, about God's world, about other people. Each morning I pray that this day would be my best day of loving and serving God. Join us at KEC 2019! |
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Here is a list of songs that were sung at NextGen conference this year:
1. 10,000 Reasons (Bless The Lord) 2. All Creatures of Our God and King 3. All Glory Be to Christ 4. Before the Throne of God Above 5. Better by Far 6. Grace Alone 7. He is Our God 8. His Mercy is More 9. Holy, Holy, Holy 10. How Great Thou Art 11. In Christ Alone 12. Lion and the Lamb 13. No Other Name 14. O Breath of Life 15. O Lord, My Rock and My Redeemer 16. O Praise The Name (Anástasis) 17. Rejoice 18. This is Amazing Grace 19. We Belong To The Day We've created a Spotify playlist so that you can listen to these songs on the go! Follow the playlist here. |
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NextGen is a training conference for youth and children's ministry leaders. Since 1990, over 15,000 leaders have been trained through this ministry.
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The tagline of Katoomba Easter Convention (KEC) is ‘Go as a Family. Grow as a Family.’ Since its launch in 1962, KEC has been committed to serving delegates of all ages and life-stages with the powerful preaching of God’s word. Over the years, KEC has become a family tradition for many, with some of our delegates attending for over three decades.
Here are 5 benefits of attending Katoomba Easter Convention as a family:
Here are 5 benefits of attending Katoomba Easter Convention as a family:
1. An opportunity for parents to sit under God’s word without distractions
At KEC, there is a program tailored for every member of your family. For parents of young children, we know that fitting in quality time under God’s word is not always possible. KEC gives parents an opportunity to hear powerful preaching without the distractions of little ones. Each morning and evening, adults are invited to gather in the main auditorium to be refreshed by powerful preaching, uplifting worship and inspiring interviews.
At KEC, there is a program tailored for every member of your family. For parents of young children, we know that fitting in quality time under God’s word is not always possible. KEC gives parents an opportunity to hear powerful preaching without the distractions of little ones. Each morning and evening, adults are invited to gather in the main auditorium to be refreshed by powerful preaching, uplifting worship and inspiring interviews.
"I love watching the dedicated Toddler team in action. Young adult leaders who volunteer their Easter break to lovingly care for littlies so that their parents can benefit from undisturbed Bible teaching in the Auditorium. That is Christian community in action." - Jenny & John
2. An opportunity for children of all ages to learn from God’s word
While parents meet in the main auditorium, they can rest assured that their child or teenager is being looked after in one of 8 fantastic programs - from babies all the way to senior high students. Each year, approximately 300 volunteers serve more than 1,000 children and youth. In 2019, Quizworx will be returning to serve the stage with fun, drama, music, stories, puppets and most importantly, the message of Jesus from the Bible.
While parents meet in the main auditorium, they can rest assured that their child or teenager is being looked after in one of 8 fantastic programs - from babies all the way to senior high students. Each year, approximately 300 volunteers serve more than 1,000 children and youth. In 2019, Quizworx will be returning to serve the stage with fun, drama, music, stories, puppets and most importantly, the message of Jesus from the Bible.
"As a Year 10 student, the junior high program changed my life. I honestly credit KEC of 2004 with changing my life. I came back to volunteer when I finished school to be that encouragement to the next generation of kids." - Cherith
3. Fellowship as a family
For many of our delegates, KEC has become a family tradition and a unique time of fellowship. There is plenty of time in the program to spend quality time together and to discuss and pray over the things that each family member has learned. At KEC, you will also be encouraged to set goals and spiritual disciplines together.
For many of our delegates, KEC has become a family tradition and a unique time of fellowship. There is plenty of time in the program to spend quality time together and to discuss and pray over the things that each family member has learned. At KEC, you will also be encouraged to set goals and spiritual disciplines together.
"For 15 years we have benefited from the preaching of God’s Word at KEC. Our children have grown up through the Children and Youth programs, and two of them are now serving faithfully in their churches." - Christine
4. Develop lifelong friendships
KEC will give you the opportunity to experience enriching fellowship with believers across Australia. Delegates who return on an annual basis delight in making new friends and being able to catch up with old ones.
KEC will give you the opportunity to experience enriching fellowship with believers across Australia. Delegates who return on an annual basis delight in making new friends and being able to catch up with old ones.
"Meeting new and old people each year is so amazing - it's my little piece of what enriching fellowship in heaven could be like." - Alicia
5. Switch off as a family in the beautiful Blue Mountains
KEC is a great opportunity to leave behind the busyness of life, and to switch off from work and technology in the beautiful Blue Mountains. Easter Convention takes place at the KCC Conference Centre in Katoomba - nestled amongst 13 hectares of spectacular bushland on the edge of the Blue Mountains World Heritage National Park. KEC also encourages the digital generation to leave behind the TV, mobile phone, computer and video games and to refocus on spiritual matters.
KEC is a great opportunity to leave behind the busyness of life, and to switch off from work and technology in the beautiful Blue Mountains. Easter Convention takes place at the KCC Conference Centre in Katoomba - nestled amongst 13 hectares of spectacular bushland on the edge of the Blue Mountains World Heritage National Park. KEC also encourages the digital generation to leave behind the TV, mobile phone, computer and video games and to refocus on spiritual matters.
"KEC is a family investment in eternity. In an age where making the 'right' investment appears to the goal, KEC is a no brainer. KEC provides all our family and I an opportunity to sit under wonderful Bible-based teaching. The non-denominational environment creates a unique sense of truly being 'All One In Christ Jesus'." - Rod & Katherine
Katoomba Easter Convention is an annual retreat for the whole family. Register today at: www.easterconvention.com.
This post was originally published on the Katoomba Easter Convention blog.
This post was originally published on the Katoomba Easter Convention blog.
KCC considering options after DA refusal
Katoomba Christian Convention (KCC) management is considering its options after a Sydney Western City Planning Panel refused its development application to upgrade its site.
KCC executive director Jonathan Dykes said: “We’re disappointed.
We were willing to be flexible with various aspects of the design and had hoped to work with Council and the Rural Fire Service further for a mutually beneficial outcome, but that didn’t happen.”
While the panel chairman, who acknowledged the excellence of the design, voted in favour of deferral to allow KCC time to work with Blue Mountains City Council and the RFS further and present amended plans, the four other panel members voted for refusal.
The development application was submitted to Council in February and outlined a $63 million staged plan over 30 years to revamp outdated facilities at the bushland property next to Scenic World in Cliff Drive and Violet St.
The proposal for an environmentally-considerate overhaul of a portion of the property included a 3500-seat auditorium, new bookshop, toilets, meeting rooms, dining hall and café, revegetation and landscaping and replacing existing accommodation buildings with eco lodges.
The improvements would have benefitted both Christian and secular groups who use the site, the largest conference facility in the Blue Mountains.
An improved KCC facility would create more jobs and ensure visitors kept coming and spent money locally while they took part in events at the site, Mr Dykes said.
“This will allow KCC to support sustainable tourism in the Blue Mountains, which is a primary economic driver for the area.
KCC’s development aspirations are responsive to a significant number of local, regional and state strategies for increasing overnight visitation to the area.”
A not-for-profit interdenominational Bible-preaching convention ministry that relies on volunteers, donations and financial support of visiting delegates, KCC was founded in 1903 in the tradition of the Keswick Convention in England.
“We’ve been around for nearly 120 years and we plan to be around for the next 120 years,” Mr Dykes said.
While “we’ll be considering our options”, with the usual busy-ness in the lead up to Christmas and the need for meetings among the KCC board and consultants, a pathway forward would not be decided until next year.
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MEDIA CONTACT: Shelley Taylor – KCC Operations Manager (Functions), 02 4780 8222
Katoomba Christian Convention (KCC) management is considering its options after a Sydney Western City Planning Panel refused its development application to upgrade its site.
KCC executive director Jonathan Dykes said: “We’re disappointed.
We were willing to be flexible with various aspects of the design and had hoped to work with Council and the Rural Fire Service further for a mutually beneficial outcome, but that didn’t happen.”
While the panel chairman, who acknowledged the excellence of the design, voted in favour of deferral to allow KCC time to work with Blue Mountains City Council and the RFS further and present amended plans, the four other panel members voted for refusal.
The development application was submitted to Council in February and outlined a $63 million staged plan over 30 years to revamp outdated facilities at the bushland property next to Scenic World in Cliff Drive and Violet St.
The proposal for an environmentally-considerate overhaul of a portion of the property included a 3500-seat auditorium, new bookshop, toilets, meeting rooms, dining hall and café, revegetation and landscaping and replacing existing accommodation buildings with eco lodges.
The improvements would have benefitted both Christian and secular groups who use the site, the largest conference facility in the Blue Mountains.
An improved KCC facility would create more jobs and ensure visitors kept coming and spent money locally while they took part in events at the site, Mr Dykes said.
“This will allow KCC to support sustainable tourism in the Blue Mountains, which is a primary economic driver for the area.
KCC’s development aspirations are responsive to a significant number of local, regional and state strategies for increasing overnight visitation to the area.”
A not-for-profit interdenominational Bible-preaching convention ministry that relies on volunteers, donations and financial support of visiting delegates, KCC was founded in 1903 in the tradition of the Keswick Convention in England.
“We’ve been around for nearly 120 years and we plan to be around for the next 120 years,” Mr Dykes said.
While “we’ll be considering our options”, with the usual busy-ness in the lead up to Christmas and the need for meetings among the KCC board and consultants, a pathway forward would not be decided until next year.
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MEDIA CONTACT: Shelley Taylor – KCC Operations Manager (Functions), 02 4780 8222
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We are pleased to announce that Luther Symons will be returning to the KCC platform to teach at NextGen 2019 from the book of 1 Corinthians.
Luther serves in the growing South West of Sydney at Hope Anglican Church in Leppington. Luther and his family have loved sharing their life and the gospel as they have planted Hope in early 2017. Luther loves Jesus, his family, the awesome bunch at Hope Church, being a netball and soccer dad and chasing Carl up the hills on his bike when they are in Katoomba! He also loves firing up young leaders to teach the Bible and live for Jesus in everything they do! You can listen to his latest sermon series on the Hope Anglican Church website. |
Meet NextGen delegate: Dylan
NextGen is a training conference for youth and children’s ministry leaders. It aims to train the next generation of gospel leaders to faithfully pass on the gospel to others, with a specialised focus on youth and children’s ministry.
In this video, Dylan explains why he'll be registering for NextGen 2019.
In this video, Dylan explains why he'll be registering for NextGen 2019.
NextGen Testimony - Dylan from kcc on Vimeo.
Register at the Early Bird rate!
NextGen will be held over two weeks in January at the Katoomba Conference Centre:
Your NextGen 19 registration includes access to:
Register before midnight 29 October 2018, and save $20 on all registrations with the Early Bird registration rate. Remember, if you are looking to register a group you can access simple Group Registration Forms online.
Click here to register!
- Week 1: 14-18 January 2019
- Week 2: 21-25 January 2019
Your NextGen 19 registration includes access to:
- Accommodation
- All meals
- 9 Bible talks
- Small group training with theologically trained leaders
- 3 specialised workshops
Register before midnight 29 October 2018, and save $20 on all registrations with the Early Bird registration rate. Remember, if you are looking to register a group you can access simple Group Registration Forms online.
Click here to register!
We are pleased to announce that the NextGen 19 Early Bird rate has been extended for another two weeks until midnight, 29 October 2018!
The theme for NextGen 19 is 'The Real Deal'. Through a week of Bible talks, small-group training and workshops, we'll be exploring what the 'real deal' is when it comes to being a Christian leader.
The theme for NextGen 19 is 'The Real Deal'. Through a week of Bible talks, small-group training and workshops, we'll be exploring what the 'real deal' is when it comes to being a Christian leader.
NextGen is the most important conference in the calendar for me. It equips people to read … and teach the Bible so that they are not only a disciple but a disciple-making disciple.”
– Ray Galea, Senior Minister, St Alban’s MBM Rooty Hill
Meet NextGen Speaker: Carl Matthei
We are excited that Carl Matthei is joining us as a speaker at NextGen19! As a previous graduate of NextGen, hear about his experience and how NextGen shaped him as a leader.
NextGen19 Speaker: Carl Matthei from kcc on Vimeo.
Register for NextGen 19
NextGen will be held over two weeks in January at the Katoomba Conference Centre:
- Week 1: 14-18 January 2019
- Week 2: 21-25 January 2019
Your NextGen 19 registration includes access to:
- Accommodation
- All meals
- 9 Bible talks
- Small group training with theologically trained leaders
- 3 specialised workshops
Register before midnight 29 October 2018, and save $20 on all registrations with the Early Bird registration rate. Remember, if you are looking to register a group you can access simple Group Registration Forms online.
Click here to register!
NextGen 19 speaker Carl Matthei.
We are pleased to announce that Carl Matthei will be returning to the KCC platform to teach at NextGen 2019 from the book of Daniel.
Carl serves the students at UNSW by teaching the Bible and leading the Campus Bible Study ministry. Carl is passionate about ministry training, and has loved NextGen since attending the second ever conference in 1991. NextGen has helped Carl to see that good training is vital for Christians to be equipped to take the Gospel of Jesus to the world.
Carl loves Jesus, his family, his vegetable garden, kale smoothies and riding his bicycle for long distances at high speeds.
Carl serves the students at UNSW by teaching the Bible and leading the Campus Bible Study ministry. Carl is passionate about ministry training, and has loved NextGen since attending the second ever conference in 1991. NextGen has helped Carl to see that good training is vital for Christians to be equipped to take the Gospel of Jesus to the world.
Carl loves Jesus, his family, his vegetable garden, kale smoothies and riding his bicycle for long distances at high speeds.
Get a taste of Carl's preaching here:
'The DNA of Christian Ministry' supplied by Nexus Conference 2014
The role of the Law in the Christian life (Galatians 3:15-4:7) supplied by Moore College
'Don't Buy the Lies' (Luke 3:23-4:13) supplied by Orange Evangelical Church 2015
'The DNA of Christian Ministry' supplied by Nexus Conference 2014
The role of the Law in the Christian life (Galatians 3:15-4:7) supplied by Moore College
'Don't Buy the Lies' (Luke 3:23-4:13) supplied by Orange Evangelical Church 2015
Delegates sit under Bible teaching at NextGen.
Early Bird tickets available!
NextGen 19 will run over two weeks in January at the Katoomba Christian Convention conference centre:
Week 1: 14 - 18 January, 2019
Week 2: 21 - 25 January, 2019
The conference is suitable for anyone looking to be equipped in youth and children's ministry. CLICK HERE to see what a typical day at NextGen looks like.
Early Bird tickets are currently available until 15 October. CLICK HERE to purchase your ticket at the best price.
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