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The Conference
Before children even go to school it is clear they are absorbing and learning so many things. Its wonderfully exciting seeing the world through their eyes, sharing the wonder and adventure of life.
We firmly believe that every person is precious to God. At the same time, the Bible indicates that God's heart is favourably disposed to those that are 'small' in the eyes of this world. The Bible also identifies children as generally being more spiritually receptive than adults.
This year's conference focuses on what we can learn about both children and adult discipleship and how we can make the most of teaching them.
The Speakers
Stephen Shearsby
Bible Study: Into the Heart (Mark 10:13-31)
Stephen grew up in Sydney and is married to Heather who originally came from Perth; together they have three young daughters. Stephen trained for full time ministry and was ordained as an Anglican minister in 2006. The combination of fatherhood and theological training made him realize the importance of ministry to children and their parents. He has previously worked full time as a children's minister, a secondary teacher and in construction management. Stephen loves surfing and enjoys making quality espresso. Stephen is now responsible for the development and implementation of Kidzlink's vision.
Stephanie Carmichael
Key note address: Teaching Toddlers and Pre-schoolers
Stephanie Carmichael trained in early childhood teaching, and has been involved in children's ministry for over 20 years. She is passionate about helping young children learn about God and is the author of 'Teaching Little Ones' (a Sunday School syllabus for under 8 year olds) and 'Their God is So Big' (on teaching Sunday School to young children). She is married and has two teenage children.
The Workshops
'Craft ideas for toddlers and pre-schoolers' (Stephanie Carmichael)
Apply the theory from our keynote speaker by learning practical ideas & tips in choosing, preparing and presenting craft activities for little ones.
What makes people tick? (Lyn Roberts)
Having trouble loving your co workers on your ministry team? Or maybe it's that mum who comes each week that you try to avoid because she drives you up the wall and you don't know why. God created us to be in relationship with him and has given us the ability to love others. Why are some people so hard to love?
This workshop will give you the skills on how to train your children in a way that suits their individual personalities. This will then lead into understanding ways to communicate with people you come in contact with week in and week out making those personality differences work in your relationships.
Lyn Roberts training in parenting began with her own two children who are now 29 and 27. She continued to learn her parenting skills during her employment as a community nurse counsellor for a disability service. She was a part of a multi disciplinary team of doctors, psychologist, social workers and nurses. Her role was attending to the needs of the parents who struggled with their disabled children's and siblings' behaviour. It was during this period that she saw a need in the community for basic parenting skills that would include the gospel message.
How to run a successful Bible story time (Rachel Greenwood)
Children love stories and learn so much from them. This workshop aims to develop our skills as engaging storytellers.
Rachel is a wife and mother who is currently studying for her Masters in children's literature, with a particular interest in the oration of the picture book. She is also currently assisting Anglican Youthworks with the rewrite of their SRE program.
The program
| 9:00 — 9:30am | Arrive and Registration |
| 9:30 — 10:05am | Bible Study: Into the Heart (Stephen Shearsby) |
| 10:10 — 11:10am | 'Teaching Toddlers and Pre-schoolers' (Stephanie Carmichael) |
| 11:15 — 11:45pm | Morning tea |
| 11:45 — 12:30pm | Q & A (Various Interviews) |
| 12:30 — 1:40pm | Workshops session 1 |
| 1:40 — 2:40pm | Lunch |
| 2:45 — 4:00pm | Workshops Session 2 |
| 4pm | Close |
The Cost
$50/head non subscriber non early bird
$45/head subscriber non early bird (online payments only)*
$45/head non subscriber early bird (online payments only by July 21st)
$40/head subscriber early bird (online payments only by July 21st)*
$50/head flat fee (all offline payments). Contact us to register offline.
*NB: Subscriptions must be paid in full before the conference
Getting There
By train: Jannali Station is on the Illawarra train line and most trains stop there. A journey from the City takes about 35 minutes. Jannali Anglican Church is a short 5 minute walk from the station and is located at 83 Wattle Road.
By car: Jannali Anglican Church is located on 83 Wattle Road, Jannali. Jannali is not far from the Princes Highway in the Sutherland Shire (about 45 minutes from the City and Wollongong).
Train timetables can be found here http://www.cityrail.info/timetables/#landingPoint
A map showing the location of the site can be found here:
http://www.whereis.com/nsw/jannali/83-wattle-rd?id=164BF426C950F6
Registration
Registration is easy using our new, online registration system.
Lunch
Both morning tea and lunch will be provided as part of your registration. Lunch includes a selection of Thai food. Simply make your selection when you register.
Contact us
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