AAA: Soaring Ministry Amid COVID Challenges

The NNSW Conference is blessed to have multiple and diverse ministries operating within its territory. One such long-standing ministry is the Adventist Aviation Association (AAA), currently chaired by retired pastor, John Kosmeier. Although COVID-19 definitely had a negative impact on its operations, AAA is basically back to its regular schedule of monthly flights. During 2022, pilots Garry Fraser and Paul Slade—who entirely volunteer their time and expertise—made 17 return flights to churches in the west and north west regions of the Conference, including Brewarrina, Moree, Narrabri, Coonamble, Lightning Ridge and Coonabarabran. The coastal towns of Kempsey and Coffs Harbour have also been visited.

Last year, passengers included church members, musicians, Conference officers and youth groups who have led church services and special occasions including baptisms, ATSIM services and regional meetings. A big thank you to everyone involved, including the management committee, the pilots and particularly Marcela Cuff from Gosford Church who have organised personnel and the programming for many of the visits.

Adventist Aviation Association is funded primarily by donations and bequests, and is grateful for the generosity of church members who support this unique and valuable ministry.

The Adventist Aviation Association is a ministry that concentrates on providing resources, fostering church growth, and nurturing discipleship in the isolated regions of Western New South Wales. To support their efforts, you can make a donation to AAA via the eGiving app or website <egiving.org.au> by searching for “Adventist Aviation Association Offering (NNSW Conference).” Your offerings will help advance the work in these remote communities.