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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/
CATEGORIES:CAC
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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/
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SUMMARY:Open Night May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Experience Brisbane School of Theology at Our Open Night – See What Makes Us Different. Join us for an evening of conversation\, connection\, and exploration. Discover our courses\, meet current students and faculty\, and get a feel for the supportive and welcoming community that makes BST unique. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to register! \nWhat To Expect\n\n\n\n\nOur Open Night is your chance to experience the heart of Brisbane School of Theology in a relaxed\, informative setting. Here’s what you can look forward to: \n– Info Session: Learn about our range of courses\, academic offerings\, and student support services that will help you thrive at BST. \n– Student & Alumni Interviews: Hear firsthand from current students and alumni about their experiences at BST and how it’s shaped their theological education and ministry. \n– Sample Lecture: Attend a short lecture led by our experienced faculty to get a taste of the depth of teaching you can expect at BST. \n– Campus Tours: Take a guided tour of our campus and get a feel for where you could be studying\, learning\, and growing. \n– Light Supper: Enjoy a light supper while you network and connect with faculty\, staff\, and prospective peers in a relaxed setting. \n– Time for Questions: Have your questions answered by faculty\, students\, and staff\, ensuring you leave with all the information you need to make an informed decision. \nBy the end of the evening\, you’ll have a clear understanding of what it’s like to study at BST and whether we’re the right fit for your theological education and spiritual growth. \n\nClick here to register! \n\n\n\nWhat Our Participants Say\n\n\n\n\n“I decided to study at the BST because I came to an Open Night it was just such a warm and friendly welcome\, just really felt like home. I had a million and one questions\, and they were more than happy to answer them. The campus\, the college\, the lecturers just have so much to offer. So\, it solidified my decision.”\n— Penny\, Current BST Student \n\n\n\n\nReserve Your Spot Today\n\n\n\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to discover what makes BST a place for personal and academic growth. Register for our Open Night now and take the first step toward your future in theological education. \nClick here to register!
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/open-night-may-2026/
LOCATION:Brisbane School of Theology\, 1 Cross Street\, Toowong\, QLD\, 4066\, Australia
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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: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\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.\n\nElective Sessions – Choose from focused sessions on how to talk with children with disabilities about their safety in your church ministry programs\, and how to equip adults and teens with autism to understand safety\, body boundaries\, and online interactions.\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\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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SUMMARY:Virtual Open Night June
DESCRIPTION:Join us online for an evening that will help you explore what studying at Brisbane School of Theology could look like for you. Learn about our courses\, meet faculty\, and hear from current students and alumni\, on what makes BST unique\, all from the comfort of your home. \nWhat to Expect \n\nInformation Session: Get an overview of our courses\, our approach to theological education\, and the academic and formational support available to help you succeed at BST.\nStudent and Alumni Interviews: Hear directly from current students and alumni about their experience at BST and how the school shaped their education\, deepened their faith\, and equipped them for ministry.\nLive Q&A with Faculty: Have your questions answered in real-time by faculty and students/alumni during our interactive Q&A session.\n\nBy the end of the evening\, you’ll have a clear understanding of what it will be like to study at BST\, along with the support available to you for your theological education and spiritual growth. \nWhat our participants Say: \n“I decided to study at the BST because I came to an Open Night it was just such a warm and friendly welcome\, just really felt like home. I had a million and one questions\, and they were more than happy to answer them. The campus\, the college\, the lecturers just have so much to offer. So\, it solidified my decision.” Penny\, Current BST Student \nRegister Your Spot Today: \nRegister below and discover how BST can help shape your academic and spiritual growth\, within a supportive and welcoming community. \nRegister now!\nWe look forward to meeting you online!
URL:https://bst.qld.edu.au/event/virtual-open-night-june/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BST
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