Are you ready for Camp next week?  We’re looking forward to gathering again and sharing this week of fellowship, discipleship, and connection together.

Did you miss Big Camp registration? Don't worry, we still have Day Visitors passes available online!

Big Camp is a special week where our church family comes together to grow closer to God and each other. It's for everyone, no matter how young or old, and it's filled with fun activities, stories about Jesus, and lessons that help us understand how to live better as Christians. We spend time singing, learning, playing, and making new friends, all in a beautiful place where we can see how amazing God's world is.

At Big Camp, you take a break from everyday life and spend time thinking about God, talking to Him, and learning more about what it means to be a part of our big church family. It's a week full of fun, friendship, and faith, where you come back feeling refreshed and ready to live out God's love in your life. So, come join us! It's a great way to make your faith stronger and have a lot of fun at the same time.

BIG TENT

CONNECTION TENT

Brendan Pratt currently serves as the president of the Australian Union Conference, prior to this role, he was the director for the Global Mission Centre for Secular and Post Christian Mission. He is passionate about seeing communities transformed with the Jesus story. In 2022 he completed his PhD that explores the relationships between consumerism and faith development. He is married to Amanda Bews, an author, and dad to Brad, Ben and James. His family includes a variety of reptiles.

YOUNG ADULTS TENT

TEEN TENT

Pr. Josh Gonzalez has been actively involved in ministry for more than a decade and is currently the Lead Pastor at Haven Campus Church on the Central Coast of NSW. Prior to this role, he ministered in Sydney as a youth pastor for two large churches and worked closely with the Conference Youth Department, mentoring young people as the Pastoral leader for the youth in his region. He has also been deeply involved in community work, teaming up with local leaders to mentor and guide at-risk youth—something he found deeply meaningful and rewarding in his ministry.

Josh’s life story is one marked by redemption and grace. Having come out of a past shaped by gangs, drugs, rap culture, and street life, he attributes his transformation to the profound love and grace of Jesus, who he believes saved and rebuilt his life. This experience fuels his deep passion for sharing his faith and living fully for Christ.

Pr Josh is widely recognised for his heart for youth ministry and for communicating the Gospel in a raw, authentic, and relatable way that connects with people from all walks of life. He is also a dedicated family man, having been married to his wife, Tania, for 17 years, and together they have two daughters.

JUNIOR TENT

Hey, I’m Cooper Redman and I am a final year ministry and theology student from North Brisbane, QLD. I am super excited to speak at big camp because I want all of our juniors to know how amazing an entire life with Jesus is! I love being with people, whether it’s sports or music, games or studying, so I cannot wait for a week where we get to be together and talk about Jesus and His love!

UPPER PRIMARY TENT

Pastor Brad Rea is a passionate creative school chaplain and Christian storyteller with a heart for young people. He has served at Macquarie College, an Adventist school, for over 20 years, where he works closely with children and teenagers, helping them discover who Jesus is and how they can use their unique gifts to serve Him.

Brad loves sharing the good news of Jesus in fun, engaging, and meaningful ways that connect with young hearts and minds. He is the author of The 409 Bible Adventure Challenge, a resource now being used in many Adventist schools to encourage daily faith and Bible engagement.

Known for his daggy jokes and warm sense of humour, Brad also enjoys photography, wombats, eating haystacks, and thoughtful conversations around Christian apologetics. He lives in Newcastle with his wife Christie, a paediatric occupational therapist, and their four children—Mischa, Breanna, Summer, and Catya.

EARLY PRIMARY TENT

At Ocean Shores Seventh-day Adventist Church, Carlene and Andrew Gosling together with their church family, love including children in every part of church life and outreach. They are passionate about helping kids grow to know Jesus personally and to serve Him with joy!

Since 1993, their much-loved “Happy Holiday Hour” program runs every July school holidays, and this year they are bringing that same joy and creativity to Big Camp! Get ready for a royal adventure at SonCastle Faire, where knights, princesses, jesters, and maids will discover how to use their gifts and talents to serve the King of Kings.

Expect loads of fun and learning through Songs & Skits, Puppets & Crafts, Games & Quizzes, and a special medieval feast! (Don’t forget to bring your medieval costume!)

Join us at SonCastle Fair and let’s serve the King together!

PRESCHOOL TENT 

BEGINNER'S TENT 

HYPERACTIVE FAITH TENT

Peau has pastored the Narrabri and Moree churches for the past five years, while Julieanne serves as a registered nurse at Narrabri Hospital and the local Medical Centre. Together, they have been leading out the Hyperactive Faith Tent at Big Camp for three years, creating a space where Neurodivergent children can grow, learn about God, and know they are precious in His eyes. Their passion is personal—shaped by their son, Sefa, who lives with Autism and ADHD. This experience fuels their dedication to serve families with love, patience, and understanding.

This year’s theme, “The Carpenter’s Workshop: Crafting Community Connections,” reflects Jesus’ humble workshop, where every cut of wood and every joint crafted was not merely about creating something functional, but about shaping a space where families could gather, support one another, and foster a sense of belonging. Just as He shaped wood with care, He shaped hearts with His teachings, encouraging people to embrace compassion and understanding.

ADVENTIST WOMEN'S TENT

Karen Ferry is a registered Mental Health Counsellor and Neuropsychotherapist. She holds a Master of Counselling from the University of Queensland and is certified in Neuropsychotherapy through the International Association of Applied Neuroscientists.

With a Bachelor of Education from Avondale University, Karen has also worked across Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland as both a teacher and educational administrator.

She has authored numerous educational and therapeutic articles, appeared on podcasts, and presented at global conferences, churches, schools, and community events.

Now based in Melbourne, Karen runs a private practice where she combines neuroscience, psychology, and Christian faith-based principles to support clients in their journey toward healing and growth.

ATSIM TENT

Pastor Horace Evans is a PK (Pastor's Kid) born in Fiji. He has been married to Sandra, a beautiful Thungutti/Bunjalung queen, for 33 years. They have four adult kids and three grandkids. Horace and Sandra have been involved in ATSIM all their married life and have served in the Lismore region, Kempsey and Sydney, where he was the ATSIM Director for 7 years before moving to South Queensland. 

His biggest passion is to share God’s word with people and introduce them to Jesus. He says that being part of a person’s journey and witnessing the difference that Jesus makes in their life is his greatest joy, and that he believes every single member of the church should be involved.

alejandra Lopez

Nina atcheson 

This workshop will inspire and equip leaders as you begin using the Alive in Jesus curriculum and catch the vision for what Sabbath School can truly be.
Nina will share the heart, foundation, and practical tools of the curriculum,
highlighting how each element nurtures a child’s personal friendship with Jesus with a Q & A time. Carolin will share creative room ideas and helpful Resource Centre materials to support you. Be encouraged and ready to create a space where children can grow and fall in love with Jesus!

Juliana Muniz & Zanita Fletcher

Our stories have the power to inspire, heal, challenge and bring hope to others. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to identify meaningful experiences in your life, craft them into engaging stories and develop skills to help others tell theirs. A second workshop will introduce the fundamentals of Adventist news writing and show how AI can be used as a practical assistant in the process. Participants will learn what makes a clear, accurate and publishable news story—including structure, news values and writing principles. The goal is to empower local communicators to confidently report how mission is moving forward in their churches and communities.

PR LYLE SOUTHWELL

PR GARY WEBSTER

Don’t miss this free evangelism training
workshop with seasoned evangelist Gary
Webster, especially if you are attending
TPUM For Christ! With over 45 years of ministry and more than 95 evangelistic
campaigns, Gary has served as Director of the Institute of Public Evangelism, Division Evangelist, college lecturer, and Conference President. He has conducted 15 Field Schools of Evangelism, and brings a wealth of practical, field-tested experience. This training is ideal for anyone involved in Bible studies, small groups, or public evangelism. Come and be equipped to share your faith with
clarity and confidence.

STEVEN TEALE & KYLE MORRISON

Dr Eric Walsh, Pr Brendan Pratt, Pr Emanuel Millen, Dr John Ashton

This seminar brings together a range of voices exploring alcohol from biblical, scientific, health, and pastoral perspectives. Dr Eric Walsh is a physician, public health expert, and international speaker known for integrating lifestyle medicine with Christian faith. Dr John Ashton, Strategic Research Manager for Sanitarium and adjunct professor of Food Chemistry at RMIT University, is the author of Uncorked: The Hidden Hazards of Alcohol. Pr Emanuel Millen lectures in Old Testament/Hebrew Bible at Avondale University. Pr Brendan Pratt,
president of the Australian Union Conference, is passionate about
sharing the Jesus story and exploring how faith shapes life and culture.

PR BORIS JOVINOV

In this workshop, Boris will teach simple, practical ways to share your faith and show you how to share the Bible with others. He will also explore how everyday conversations and authentic relationships can become natural pathways for witness, helping you see how God can use you to make an eternal impact. 

Pastor Boris Jovinov is the Evangelism and Personal Ministries Director for the North New South Wales Conference, with experience in mission,
church planting, evangelism, and pastoring, and a passion for equipping
believers to serve. He is married to Marlena and they have four children,
Noah, Moses, Yelena, and Anna.

BERYL LANDERS & TEAM

LeaderHER in Heels is a dynamic, one-hour leadership workshop for emerging and seasoned women leaders—and anyone ready to grow. This empowering session offers practical tools to strengthen your leadership and  maximise your influence as we rediscover the beauty, power, and potential of Adventist Women’s  Ministries. 

Come ready to learn, connect, and step boldly into your calling—leading with faith-filled confidence, grace, and authenticity in every space God has entrusted to you. You’ll leave encouraged, inspired, equipped, and
ready to lead well, right where you are.

Heels optional. Purpose required.

alejandra Lopez

If you want to meet real needs in your community while building connection and trust, come along to this How to Become a Wellness Hub workshop. A Wellness Hub is a team committed to journeying with their community towards wellness. They are passionate about educating, resourcing and empowering toward whole-person health and preventing lifestyle-related disease.

DR ERIC WALSH

Topics include: Why the Adventist Health Message, Temperance: The Curse of Too Much and Nutrition: Avoiding Babylon’s Table

CAROLIN SCHMITZ

AMANDA BEWS & 
BRENDAN PRATT