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BASECAMP 2020 is going ahead!

30/4/2020

 
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We are pleased to announce that BASECAMP 2020 is still going ahead. Whether we gather in-person, or virtually over livestream, we are still committed to planning an event that will renew your strength for the journey home. 

In these unique times we may be feeling a myriad of emotions such as anxiety, anger, fear and fatigue. Whether we're struggling with the fear of getting sick, the financial stress of job loss, or the worry of losing loved ones, it is important to acknowledge our thoughts and feelings, and to entrust ourselves to the One who remains firmly seated on the throne. 

At BASECAMP last year, Paul Tripp reminded us from Psalm 112 that "vertical fear drives out all horizontal fear". Let your horizontal fears on earth drive you to deeper dependence on God so that His power and protection can shine through your anxieties. 

Surely the righteous will never be shaken; they will be remembered forever. They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. (Psalm 112:6-7)
Please continue to join us in praying for the ministry of BASECAMP and that God will lead the team in their planning and preparations for 2020. To sign up for BASECAMP updates please fill out the form at the bottom of our website: www.basecampmen.com 

Stay connected and encouraged!
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Ahead of BASECAMP, here are a few things you can do to stay connected and encouraged even in self-isolation: 

1. Call a brother to catch up and to remind him that he's not alone and that God is on our side!

2. Do not give up on meeting together even if it looks different these days. Encourage your brothers and sisters in Christ by being willing to show up despite the awkwardness of virtual gatherings. 

3. Follow BASECAMP social media channels for encouraging bible verses, quotes and other digital resources. Follow us on Instagram or Facebook. 

4. Download the KCC One App and listen to all past BASECAMP plenary and Build Up talks in audio and video formats for free! Here's an example of a Build Up talk by Carlos Aguilera who shares what running an ultramarathon for the persecuted church in the Middle East taught him about hope:

What Persecuted Christians Taught Me About Hope from kcc on Vimeo.


Register for BASECAMP 2020

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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. To register for the 2020 event visit www.basecampmen.com  ​

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Easter resources for the kids!

10/4/2020

 
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​1. Good Friday Kids' Talk: Jesus is IN CONTROL (bit.ly/GFKEC2020)

Right now, our world seems out of control. Some people are getting sick. Some people are losing their jobs. And nearly all of us have to stay at home and can’t go out and play with our friends. But the Bible reminds us again and again, that even when things seem out of control, Jesus is still in control. In this talk we retell the incredible events of John 18 and 19 that led up to Jesus’ death on the cross. Using stories and creative ‘fast-time’ drawings, we show that Jesus was, is and always will be IN CONTROL. This is Good News.
 
Included: Kid's Talk video, Activity Sheets for Kids (ages 4-8 & ages 9-12), Discussion Questions & Family Devotions, Game/Craft Ideas.

2. Easter Sunday Kids' Talk: The Living, Peace Bringing, Sending King (bit.ly/ESKEC2020)

Jesus has risen! On Easter Sunday, we remember that Jesus beat death. Jesus is alive. This is incredible news! In this talk we retell the true events of John 20 when Jesus rose from the dead and appeared to his friends. Using story sticks and puppets, we highlight 3 incredible truths of the Bible. That Jesus is the LIVING King and everyone who trusts Jesus will one day beat death and live forever with him. That Jesus is the PEACE BRINGING King because he made a way for people to be at peace with God. That Jesus wants his followers to tell others about him because Jesus is the SENDING King.
 
Included: Kid's Talk video, Activity Sheets for Kids (ages 4-8 & ages 9-12), Discussion Questions & Family Devotions, Game/Craft Ideas.  


Quiz Worx have released these kids' talks as the first of many to help churches & families to share Jesus with kids. If you'd like access to future kids' talks and accompanying resources, visit www.quizworx.com/HomeDelivery to sign up for free.

Recommended reads for every family member this Easter

8/4/2020

 
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Seeking a break from screens and an activity that would nurture the entire family? 

​Ahead of Easter, The Katoomba Easter Convention (KEC) team has partnered with The Wandering Bookseller to supply a list of recommended reads for every member of the family! In these peculiar times with increased time at home, let's fill our shelves with inspiring reads that will nurture hearts and minds with gospel hope and truth.

​We hope that you can use these book titles to develop daily reading habits with your family or to start a virtual book club with your friends! 

Adult Reads


​Brahmin Reborn (Bhaskar Sreerangam)
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The wonderful testimony of Bhaskar Sreerangam, a zealous young Hindu man in India who was searching for Moksha, release from the Hindu cycle of reincarnation. Instead his prayers were answers by God sending Christians to meet him. Bhaskar's joy in becoming a Christian and finding assurance of eternal life, reminds us that the death and resurrection is good news, and news people are waiting to hear!


The Story of God’s Love for You (Sally Lloyd-Jones)

A lovely hardback gift book with the text from the Jesus Storybook Bible, but redesigned to be read by teens and grown-ups. A wonderful way to introduce people to the story of the Bible.

Resurrection Year (Sheridan Voysey)

Reflections from Sheridan Voysey about the year after he and his wife realised their dreams of having children would not be fulfilled. A hope-filled story about starting again after a dream has died, an emotive, poetic, and at times humorous discovery of the healing qualities of beauty, play, friendship, and love.

Be True to Yourself (Matt Fuller)

Our culture tells us that the way to be happy is to "be true to yourself". It’s posted on social media, promoted in adverts, taught in schools and, even, expressed in churches. But what does that mean, and does it actually work? Matt Fuller explores how true happiness, wholeness and freedom can be found in embracing who God has created us to be; allowing ourselves to be shaped by who the Bible says we are, rather than our own fluctuating feelings, or the voices around us.

For Richer For Poorer (Clare Heath-Whyte)

We are living through a time of global crisis that our generation in Australia has never experienced before. In For Richer For Poorer Clare Heath-Whyte tells the story of Christian women from the 19th century. Perhaps we can learn from the lived-experience of past generations?

Growing in Prayer (Stephen Shead)

28 daily devotions written to help cultivate a habit of prayer. With each short reflection, you’ll be encouraged to meditate on truths that fuel joyful prayer. Through the weeks, you will build up your own habit of coming before your heavenly Father each day to delight in and depend on him.

For Teens


​A.S.K. Real World Questions Real World Answers (David Robertson)

These questions were gathered from teenagers in fifteen countries in five different continents. All of them are real questions from real teenagers. 52 short chapters. Each contains a question, a Bible passage, a Bible verse, a discussion, something to consider, recommended further reading and a prayer.

Choosing Love (Heidi Johnston) 

This is a book about love. It’s about how you choose to love and who you choose to love, but most of all it’s about the God who first chose to love you and the ways his incredible love can shape our own relationships. In a world where teenage girls are bombarded by different messages about love, dating and marriage, God’s voice can get lost in the noise. Take some time to discover the kind of love God wants for you. 

For Children


The Day the Earth Shook (Helen Buckley) 


On the day the earth shook something amazing happened. The earth quaked. The rocks split. All because someone incredible died. But just who was this man powerful enough to shake the earth, and why did he have to die? A short picture book to help teach your children and grandchildren the story of Easter.

​Jesus Storybook Bible (Sally Lloyd-Jones)

It takes the whole Bible to tell this Story. And at the center of the Story, there is a baby, the Child upon whom everything would depend. From Noah to Moses to King David, every story whispers his name. Jesus is like the missing piece in a puzzle--the piece that makes all the other pieces fit together.
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We hope that you enjoy these book titles, and we look forward to serving you again at Katoomba Easter Convention 2021 (2-5 April) with guest speakers Michael Ramsden (RZIM) and Kirk Patston (SMBC). You can sign up to receive our updates on our website: ​https://www.easterconvention.com.au/

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