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SUMMARY:BST Safeguarding Children Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Different Needs\, Same Rights to Safety: Protecting Children with Disabilities in Your Church\n  \nJoin us on Saturday 30 May for a one-day event that equips churches and ministries to prevent\, identify\, and respond to abuse of children with disabilities — with biblical wisdom and practical tools. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW \nWhen: Saturday\, May 30th\, 2026 \nTime: 9:30am – 3:30pm \nLocation: Hills Church\, 79 Queens Rd\, Everton Hills \nCost: $80 per person\, 10% discount for groups of 3 or more\, morning tea and lunch included \n  \nWhat to Expect\nHere’s what you can look forward to: \n\n\n\nKeynote Sessions –  Explore the theological\, practical\, and legal complexity of protecting children with disability in our two key sessions with experts in disability and criminal psychology.\nElective Sessions – After lunch we are fortunate to be having two electives running concurrently from our keynote speakers. The details are below to help you get a head start on thinking about which one you would like to attend.\n\nFrom Vision to Practice: Implementing Safeguarding to Foster Belonging for Children with DisabilityThis workshop builds on the morning’s exploration of safeguarding and belonging by moving from theory to practical application. Together we’ll work through real scenarios\, discuss existing practices\, and develop concrete strategies for creating safer spaces in your specific ministry contexts. Participants will leave with actionable tools and frameworks for embedding safeguarding practices that genuinely foster belonging for neurodivergent and disabled children in their church communities.\nSeeing\, Understanding\, Supporting: How to have the hard conversations that are needed to support safety for young people with Autism\nDuring this workshop we will explore the issues and challenges discussed in the morning’s keynote. Utilising practical case studies\, and open discussions\, the team will take you through how autism impacts someone’s risk of experiencing abuse or committing an offence\, and what to do to prevent\, respond and care well as a church. There will be practical tools on how to support families to talk with their children and young people with autism about puberty\, sex\, consent\, and boundaries both in person and online.\n\n\nResource Bookstall – Explore tools\, literature\, and materials to support your ministry.\nConnect with Ministry Workers – Build relationships and learn from others navigating similar responsibilities and challenges.\n\n  \nWhat a previous attendee said:\n“Despite having completed mandatory child protection training many times over the years\, I found my eyes were opened to a new level. Everyone should be encouraged to participate so that whole congregations have the awareness and strategies to keep our children safe.”  Sandi Barclay\, Previous Attendee \n  \nThis is a conference we can’t afford to miss. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW \nLimited spaces available — don’t miss out.
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/bst-safeguarding-children-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Hills Church\, 79 Queens Rd\, Everton Hills\, QLD\, 4053\, Australia
CATEGORIES:BST
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260519T090000
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SUMMARY:Open Day May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive Open Day where you can explore our courses\, attend a lecture\, connect with faculty and students\, and get a true feel for life at BST. Make an informed decision about your theological education journey. \nClick here to register today! \n\n\n\n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\n\nOur Open Day is designed to give you a hands-on experience of what life at Brisbane School of Theology is like. Here’s what you can expect as you explore whether BST is the right place for your theological education: \n– Chapel Service: Join our weekly Chapel service as we gather for worship and the Word. \n– Engaging Lecture: Attend a class and experience firsthand the depth of teaching you can expect at BST. \n– Course Information: Discover the range of courses available and how they’ll equip you for ministry and leadership. \n– Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered by faculty\, staff\, and current students about studying at BST and the academic journey ahead. \n– Community Lunch: Enjoy lunch with students and faculty\, where you’ll get a taste of the strong\, supportive community we nurture at BST. \n– Explore Campus Resources: Learn about the unique resources and supports we offer to help students thrive—both academically and spiritually. \nBy the end of the day\, you’ll have a sense of what studying at BST could be like and whether it’s the right fit for your theological and ministry goals. \nClick here to register today! \n\n\n\n\nWhat Our Participants Say\n\n\n\n\n“My local pastor invited me along to an open day. There were four things that impressed me: the quality of teaching\, the sense of community\, the depth of resources\, and that Brisbane School of Theology is\, I think\, the only college that is now actually offering a course to assist pastors in dealing with church members who are suffering mental illness.” — Richard\, Current BST Student \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot Today\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss out on the chance to explore what BST has to offer. Register for our Open Day now and take the first step towards your future in theological education. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/open-day-may-2026/
LOCATION:Brisbane School of Theology\, 1 Cross Street\, Toowong\, QLD\, 4066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:BST
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SUMMARY:CAC Fundraising Live Stream
DESCRIPTION:Stories of partnership. A shared vision for the future.\nAcross Asia and Australia\, God is at work through churches\, leaders\, and theological institutions. The Centre for Asian Christianity exists to support and strengthen that work—but it does not happen without partnership. Join us for this 90-minute online livestream as we reflect on what God has done over the past year\, hear from ministry partners\, and look ahead to what is next. This event marks the conclusion of the CAC Annual Appeal\, with a goal of raising $35\,000 to sustain and grow this work. \nRegister now to be part of the evening.\n  \n\nWho This Is For\n\nThose who have supported CAC and want to see the impact of that partnership\nPastors and leaders with a heart for the global church\nChristians interested in theology\, mission\, and the Asian church\nAnyone exploring how they might take part in what God is doing beyond their local context\n\nWhat You’ll Gain\n\nA clearer picture of CAC’s work\nHear how the Centre is equipping leaders\, supporting theological education\, and strengthening ministry across Asia and Australia\nStories from real partnerships\nListen to interviews and watch short video updates from initiatives in Indonesia\, Thailand\, and beyond\nInsight from global theological leadership\nA guest reflection from Michael Chu\, drawing on decades of experience in pastoral ministry and theological education\nA creative reflection on faith and identity\nA spoken word performance from Cyrus Kung\, exploring themes of culture\, belonging\, and Christian faith\nA way to participate in the work\nOpportunities to give\, pray\, and partner as the vision for the coming year is shared\n\nAbout the Centre for Asian Christianity\nThe Centre for Asian Christianity is an initiative of Brisbane School of Theology. Its vision is to serve as an Australian hub for the acceleration of gospel growth in the Asian church. \nThis work includes: \n\nEquipping Christians for ministry in Asian contexts\nSupporting theological education and research\nPromoting engagement with Asian theologians and resources\nBuilding partnerships across churches\, leaders\, and organisations\n\nThe Centre operates as a self-sustaining initiative and relies on the support of individuals and churches who share this vision. \nMeet the Contributors\nMichael Chu\nVice-President and Associate Professor at China Graduate School of Theology\, Michael brings over 25 years of pastoral and teaching experience. His work focuses on leadership development\, intercultural ministry\, and strengthening congregational life. \nCyrus Kung\nMinister in the Uniting Church and an Asian Australian creative\, Cyrus will offer a spoken word piece shaped by themes of identity\, faith\, and culture. \nEvent Details\nDate: Thursday 7 May 2026\nTime: 7:00pm – 8:30pm (AEST)\nLocation: Online (registration required to receive access link) \n  \nRegister Now\nBe part of an evening that brings together stories\, partnerships\, and a shared commitment to Christ-centred ministry across cultures. \nAs the CAC Annual Appeal draws to a close\, your participation matters. \nRegister to attend\, and consider how you might take part in what God is doing through the Centre for Asian Christianity.
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/cac-fundraising-live-stream/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:BST,CAC
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260528T160000
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SUMMARY:Asian Australian Formation Group
DESCRIPTION:Come and be part of the Asian Australian Formation Group facilitated by Grace Lung. In this 6 week program\, there will be discussions on what it means to be Asian Australians\, and each of our 5-7 participants will be given a chance to process and share their identity narrative. \nIt will run from the 23rd of April to the 28th of May 2026. The cost of the 6 week program is $320. In addition to the weekly 2 hour session\, participants will access videos and content on Fuller’s equip online platform. \n\nWhat to Expect\n\n\n\nSession 1: Contextuality & Orientation\nSession 2: Asian Heritage\nSession 3: Migration\nSession 4: Australian Culture\nSession 5: Racialization\nSession 6: Integration & Celebration\n\n\n\n\nIf you are interested in enrolling and being part of this year’s cohort\, please enquire now\, we would love to hear from you! \nMeet the Facilitator\nGrace Lung is the Director of the Centre for Asian Christianity at the Brisbane School of Theology. She researches\, writes and speaks regularly on Asian Australian faith. She is also pastoral staff at Rise Alliance Church\, and the Next Gen Bi-cultural Program Coordinator at Melbourne School of Theology. \nThe Benefits\n\nGain language to understand your Asian Australian experience\nMake sense of your personal history and journey\nDiscuss topics and materials in a group setting over six weeks of 120 minutes sessions.\n\nFor more details and to enquire for this opportunity\, please follow the link below. \nEnquire Now
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/asian-australian-formation-group/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:CAC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260316T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260316T193000
DTSTAMP:20260610T230150
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SUMMARY:MST x CAC Public Lecture and Program Launch
DESCRIPTION:Come and join us for an exciting evening where we will be launching the Next Gen Bicultural Program and hearing teaching on an important topic: “1st and 2nd generation dynamics”. The Next Gen Bicultural Program is led by MST-C and proudly supported by CAC. It features a suite of AUT accredited courses aimed at preparing or enhancing the ministry of Asian Australian leaders. \nRegister Now\nWhat to Expect\n\nCome away with new conflict resolution models to consider for your church\nNew generational and cultural models to consider for your church\nBe part of an exciting new initiative\, theologically equipping the next generation Christians to flourish in migrant contexts\n\nMeet the Speaker \nGrace Lung is the director of the Centre for Asian Christianity at BST\, and is the Next gen Bi-cultural Program coordinator at MST. She graduated from the Sydney Missionary Bible College and Fuller Theological Seminary. She works as a pastor at an Asian Australian church plant in Brisbane and has had experience serving in the Chinese heritage church for over 20 years. She has a teaching and writing ministry at Asians Between Cultures. \nWe are looking forward to seeing you there! You can also join us online if you are unable to attend in person. The link to join online will be provided once you have registered. Donations will also be welcome for those attending the in-person supper at MST. \nMelbourne: 7:00pm – 9:00pm (supper included)\nMelbourne School of Theology (5 Burwood Hwy\, Wantirna VIC 3152)\nBrisbane: 6:00pm – 7:30pm \nVia Zoom\n\nRegister Now\n 
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/mst-x-cac-public-lecture-and-program-launch/
LOCATION:NSW
CATEGORIES:BST,CAC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260221T124500
DTSTAMP:20260610T230150
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SUMMARY:Preaching Workshop: Christ-Centred Preaching
DESCRIPTION:Good preaching nourishes the church — and great preaching keeps Christ at the centre. Join us for this practical preaching workshop designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills to effectively communicate the centrality of Christ\, in God’s Word whenever you teach the Bible.  \nRegister Now \nWhat to Expect   \n\nExplore Christ-centred Preaching: Discover how the whole Bible points to Jesus\, and learn how to preach each passage faithfully while keeping the big story in view.\nPractical Application: Take part in guided discussions and activities designed to help you apply what you learn\, grow in confidence\, and strengthen your preaching.\nConnect with like-minded Bible Teachers: Meet others who share your passion for teaching God’s Word and build relationships that support and encourage your ministry.\nTrain your ministry team: Unify and upskill your team toward Christ-centred preaching. Register three or more people and receive 10% off.\n\nMeet the Speaker \nMichael Raiter is an internationally recognised speaker and Director of the Centre for Biblical Preaching\, bringing a wealth of experience in Christ-Centred preaching. \nPrior to his current role\, Michael began his career in teaching\, before studying at Moore Theological College and later became the principal of Melbourne School of Theology. With his vast experience and expertise we look forward to the depth of learning that will take place in this workshop.  \nWhat Our Participants Say \n“Clear interaction. Great fellowship. Easy to understand. Useable information for normal parishioners” – 2025 Preaching Workshop Participant \n“Michael Raiter is an excellent presenter. He is practical and his experience is excellent.” – 2025 Preaching Workshop Participant \nRegister Now\nSecure your place at BST Preaching Workshop and be part of a community growing together in faith and understanding.
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/preaching-workshop-christ-centred-preaching/
LOCATION:1 cross St\, Toowong
CATEGORIES:BST
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250809T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20250809T153000
DTSTAMP:20260610T230150
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Children Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Silence Isn’t Safe: From Pulpits to Playrooms\, Conversations That Protect\nFeaturing renowned Christian sexologist and speaker Patricia Weerakoon \nJoin us on Saturday 9 August for a one-day event that equips churches and ministries to prevent\, identify\, and respond to abuse — with biblical wisdom and practical tools. \nLed by experts in theology\, law enforcement\, social work\, and trauma\, this conference is for anyone passionate about creating safe\, strong Christian communities. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW \nWhen: Saturday\, August 9th\, 2025 \nTime: 9:30am – 3:30pm \nLocation: Hills Church\, 79 Queens Rd\, Everton Hills \n  \nWhat to Expect\nHere’s what you can look forward to: \n\nKeynote with Patricia Weerakoon – Learn how to talk with children about sex and relationships in age-appropriate\, biblically grounded ways — and why this is one of the most powerful ways to protect them.\nTheology with Rev Dr Richard Gibson – Discover how the Bible confronts predatory behaviour among God’s people\, and what that means for today’s church.\nElective Sessions – Choose from focused sessions on grooming awareness\, managing known offenders in church\, and a theological lens on children in the Old Testament.\nQ&A with Experts – Ask your questions and get real\, practical responses.\nResource Bookstall – Explore tools\, literature\, and materials to support your ministry.\nConnect with Ministry Workers – Build relationships and learn from others navigating similar responsibilities and challenges.\n\n  \nMeet the Speakers:\n \n  \nKeynote Speaker: Patricia Weerakoon \nPatricia is a medical doctor\, academic\, author\, and one of the most respected voices in Christian sexuality and relationship education in Australia. Her session will equip parents\, carers\, and ministry leaders to have confident\, biblical conversations with children about sex\, identity\, and relationships — offering clarity and protection in a confusing world. \n“I am seeing among parents\, teachers and carers an increasing awareness that they need to be the primary sources of sexuality and relationships education to their children. And yet a feeling of being woefully unprepared for the task. In this secular moment\, the church needs to be proactive in preparing our ministry leaders\, youth workers\, teachers\, parents and carers to help children.” \n  \n \nOpening Speaker: Rev Dr Richard Gibson \nBST Principal and Biblical scholar\, Richard draws on 30+ years of ministry experience\, theological education\, and training in social work to unpack what Judges 19 teaches us about abuse\, silence\, and action within Christian communities. \n  \nElective Speakers:  \n \nDetective Senior Constable Scott Meehan \nVeteran police officer with 20+ years in child protection\, Scott will guide you through the realities of managing known sex offenders in church with wisdom and legal clarity. \nSergeant Cameron Craig \nSergeant Cameron Craig is a psychologist attached to the QPS’s Forensic Behavioural Services Unit\, Child Protection Offender Registry. Day-to-day he works alongside investigators and intelligence officers involved in the forensic risk assessment\, supervision and management of reportable child sexual offenders residing in the Queensland community. \n \nPaul Tuxworth \nWith three decades in child abuse prevention and investigation\, Paul’s session will help leaders understand grooming behaviours and develop practical strategies for early detection and intervention. \n \nKelsey Fitzgerald \nClinical coach and PhD researcher\, Kelsey brings a theological lens to how children are represented in the Old Testament — deepening our understanding of their value and vulnerability in God’s story. \n  \nWhat a previous attendee said:\n“Despite having completed mandatory child protection training many times over the years\, I found my eyes were opened to a new level. Everyone should be encouraged to participate so that whole congregations have the awareness and strategies to keep our children safe.”  Sandi Barclay\, Previous Attendee \n  \nThis is a conversation we can’t afford to avoid. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW \nLimited spaces available — don’t miss out.
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/safeguarding-children-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Hills Church\, 79 Queens Rd\, Everton Hills\, QLD\, 4053\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250805T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250805T203000
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SUMMARY:Dinner with Patrick Fung
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special event with Rev. Dr. Patrick Fung\, former General Director of OMF International and a leading voice in global mission. \n歡迎參加由前海外基督使團（OMF）總幹事，全球宣教的先鋒Patrick Fung 牧師博士主領的特別活動。 \nWhere: Brisbane School of Theology\, Carey Room. \n地點：布里斯班神學院 (1 Cross St\, Toowong) \nWhen: Tuesday 5th August @ 5:45pm for a 6pm start \n日期：8月5日（星期二） \n時間：下午5:45入座，6點開始。 \nTickets: $15 \nClick here to buy your tickets! \n\nWhat to expect\n\nEnjoy a delicious dinner together where there will be time to network\, share and encourage one another in ministry.\nHear an engaging talk by Rev. Dr. Fung on the current trends in Chinese Christianity. With deep involvement in CCCOWE and extensive experience across cultures\, Dr. Fung will offer valuable insight into “Global Trends in Chinese Christianity.” Drawing from his biblical reflections on the Chinese diaspora and decades of leadership in global mission contexts\, Dr. Fung will help us understand the challenges and opportunities facing Chinese Christian communities around the world today. Whether you’re engaged in mission\, ministry\, or simply curious about the future of the global church\, join us for his valuable insights over dinner. The lecture will be conducted in Mandarin.\n馮博士深入參與世界華福中心（CCCOWE），並擁有豐富的跨文化經驗，他將就“中國基督教全球趨勢”分享其寶貴的見解。馮博士將根據他數十年來在全球宣教領域的領導經驗，並從聖經角度反思華人的散居，幫助我們理解當今世界各地華人基督徒群體面臨的挑戰與機會。無論你是從事宣教，或教會服事，還是只是對全球教會的未來感到好奇，都歡迎與我們共進晚餐，聆聽他寶貴的見解。講座將以普通話進行。\n\n\nHave a time of question and answer with Rev. Dr. Fung.\n\nIf you have not already done so\, you can purchase your tickets here. We would also encourage you to forward this to any friends or colleagues who you feel would benefit from this training. \n\n\nReserve Your Spot Today\n\n\n\n\nTickets are limited so buy your tickets today so you don’t miss out! \n\n\nBuy your tickets here! \n  \nAbout CAC\nCAC stands for the Centre of Asian Christianity at the Brisbane School of Theology. Our vision is to be an Australian hub for the acceleration of gospel growth in the Asian church. More info about CAC can be found here:  \nhttps://bst.qld.edu.au/centre-for-asian-christianity/  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/asianchristianitybst  \nhttps://www.instagram.com/asianchristianitybst/ 
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/dinner-patrick-fung/
LOCATION:Brisbane School of Theology\, 1 Cross Street\, Toowong\, QLD\, 4066\, Australia
CATEGORIES:CAC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250529T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250530T170000
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SUMMARY:CAC Asian Ministry Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:We’re coming to Sydney again with another exciting line-up of speakers and electives to enhance your ministry to Asians!  \nWhere: Sydney Missionary and Bible College (Roberts-Dale Campus)\, Croydon Park. \nWhen: Thursday 29th May 7pm and Friday 30th May 9am \nTickets: Thursday $10 // Friday $40 \nClick here to buy your tickets! \nWhat is the Asian Ministry Conference for?\nThe purpose of the Asian Ministry Conference is: \n\nTo understand and engage the Asian ministry scene in Australia: We wish to develop a clearer picture of what God is doing in the Asian ministry space in Australia as well as identify the main issues\, challenges\, and opportunities for gospel growth in the Asian contexts in and from Australia. \nTo address and work towards the resolution of the main issues\, challenges\, and opportunities for gospel growth in the Asian church throughout Australia and Asia.\nTo foster collaboration between Asian ministry organizations. We recognize significant work is already being done under God but would love to see more collaboration and better coordination so that efforts can be streamlined for maximum effectiveness.\n\nWhat to expect\n\nThursday night session (7pm-9:30pm) – open to all\, including lay leaders\, who serve in the Asian space. We will be learning from Dr Daniel D. Lee (via video recording) and CAC director Ps Grace Lung about how to understand the different unrecognised influences that shape our theology as Asian Australians.\nFriday day conference (9am-4pm) – mainly for those in vocational ministry. We’ll be hearing from a diverse group of Asian practitioners including but not limited to Rev. Kian Holik\, Rev. Steve Oh\, Rev. Clive Buultjens\, Jeri Jones Sparks\, Rev. Cam Phong Huynh\, Rev. David Tse\, Ps. Grace Lung and Ps. Jason Cheng. We will be learning about the unique nuanced experiences of various Asian Australian subcultures and how this relates to local church and international ministry.\n\nIf you have not already done so\, you can purchase your tickets here. We would also encourage you to forward this to any friends or colleagues who you feel would benefit from this training. \n\n\nReserve Your Spot Today\n\n\n\n\nTickets are limited so buy your tickets today so you don’t miss out! \n\n\nBuy your tickets here! \n  \nAbout CAC\nCAC stands for the Centre of Asian Christianity at the Brisbane School of Theology. Our vision is to be an Australian hub for the acceleration of gospel growth in the Asian church. The Asian Ministry Conference is organized by CAC staff Sarah Hui and Director Grace Lung and partially funded by the generous donations of supporters of the ministry. More info about CAC can be found here:  \nhttps://bst.qld.edu.au/centre-for-asian-christianity/  \nhttps://www.facebook.com/asianchristianitybst  \nhttps://www.instagram.com/asianchristianitybst/ 
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/cac-asian-ministry-conference-2025/
LOCATION:Sydney Missionary and Bible College\, Roberts-Dale Campus\, 140 Croydon Ave\, Croydon Park\, NSW\, 2133\, Australia
CATEGORIES:CAC
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