We are grateful to God for the three Celebrations / Retreats held recently in Australasia. These retreats in Caloundra and Echuca Australia and Rotorua, New Zealand were all blessed and uplifting occasions.
The pastors and leaders involved did a great job, spending extra time with the planning, speaking, and fellowship at the sites. Themes for the retreats focused on Kingdom Living.
The joy extended into Monday morning with an excellent interactive session on Being a Welcoming Church, facilitated by Denise Kreymborg (pictured above). It was very well received. Participants were encouraged to reflect on practical ways to foster a culture of welcoming through hospitality, inclusion, and genuine connection within our congregations.
At the NZ retreat (see pictures below), a morning community outreach took place, applying the Kingdom living theme, as organized by Anthony Dady. Members enjoyed doing this activity together and later discussed what they are doing in their local areas or what they might like to do in future as a GCI group or congregation.
Daphne Sydney, Australasia Superintendent
Logan, Queensland, Australia
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