Big Camp 2024 Program Guide

GUIDE

Program GREATER SYDNEY CONFERENCE

Greater Sydney

FEATURES: FUTURE PASTORS EXPLORE CALLING & ABC EPPING RELOCATION

We acknowledge our God and Saviour Jesus Christ, the creator, provide and supreme owner of all things.

We also acknowledge the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are the traditional custodians of the land. We pay tribute to elders past and present and acknowledge that they have cared for this country over countless generations.

We recognise the continuing contribution that the Aoriginal and Torres Strait Islander people make to Australia and endeavour to work together to leave a legacy of reconciliation, justice and hope for all future Australians.

Welcome PRESIDENT Alban Matohiti Editors

Joyce Taylor Lauren Bongard Graphics

Katrina Jorgensen María José Díaz Villarroel BIG CAMP TEAM Eden Ashcroft Moses Depaz Justin Boyd Roseanna Fairfax Angelica Frandsen Nicholas Kross Panapa Leuluai Pablo Lillo Nadelle Manners Alban Matohiti Andrew McCrostie Libby Paul Daron Pratt Darren Slade Dejan Stojkovic Cheonneth Strickland Joyce Taylor Meleofa Tovo Andre Vieira

Hello Brothers and Sisters!

Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!

As the lead pastor of Greater Sydney Conference, it brings me immense joy to extend a warm welcome to each and every one of you to our annual church camp. It is truly a blessing to come together in fellowship, worship, and in the beautiful surroundings of nature at Adventist Alpine Village Jindabyne.

This camp is not just a getaway; it's an opportunity for us to deepen our relationship with God, to strengthen our bonds with one another, and to be refreshed and renewed in Spirit. Throughout our time here, we'll engage in various activities, heartfelt discussions, and uplifting worship and sermons, all aimed at drawing closer to God and to one another.

It is simply about being in a place where our spiritual temperature will be raised.

I encourage you to approach this camp with open hearts and minds, ready to receive whatever blessings God has in store for us. Let us embrace this time with enthusiasm and gratitude, knowing that it is a precious gift from our Heavenly Father.

As we embark on this journey together, may we be filled with the love of Christ and may His presence be palpable among us. Let's support and uplift one another, and may our time together be a testament to the power of faith and community.

I am eager to see how God will move among us during this camp, and I pray that each of you will leave here with hearts overflowing with His love and grace.

With prayers and anticipation,

Alban Matohiti

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CONTENTS

TABLE OF

3 WELCOME 4 EVENT APP 6 CAMP INFO 11 YOUTH SUPPORT 14 SITE MAP 16 WHAT'S ON 28 OFFERING 29 BIG CAMP 2025 From our President

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Follow for a Safe & Enjoyable Time at Big Camp

Resources for Supporting Our Kids & Youth

Find Your Way

Schedule of Events

Camp Offering Info & Feedback Survey

Expressions of Interest Form

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Important Information Animals

Departures

No dogs, cats or other pets allowed on site.

Departures from camp should not be planned during Sabbath hours as a courtesy to other campers, apart from exceptional circumstances.

Child Supervision Parents are reminded that their responsibility for their children does not cease when they come to camp.

While every care is taken and there are activities for children, camp is not a child minding facility. The conference does not take responsibility for the care of children during camp.

Their absolute safety cannot be guaranteed.

The ultimate responsibility for the care of children always remains with parents or guardians. Please ensure that the conduct of your children and young people is adequately supervised through the camp period, and that your children are fully under your control between meetings.

Cash Out ATMs are not located at the Adventist Alpine Village but can be could in Jindabyne village. Coins will be needed for the onsite laundry facilities.

Counselling Services

Administration.

Dress and Language Please observe a modest standard of dress and deportment. Loud and offensive language is not accepted or tolerated.

The camp ground is designated an alcohol, tobacco and drug-free environment. Alcohol, tobacco and illicit drugs are NOT to be brought onto the Camp Ground. Offending people and their entire campsite will forfeit their rights to be on the grounds for the duration of camp.

Feedback We want to hear what you have to say. The feedback form will be available starting this Thursday (25 April 2024). Please make sure to fill it out with your comments or suggestions. The survey will be open for one week from Thursday. Keep an eye out for the code and let your voice be heard!

Fundraising / Soliciting / Private Business Camp is not to be used to further personal business activities. Campers are asked not to distribute, sell or canvass anything that has not been authorised by Conference

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There is a camp curfew for all campers at 11:00pm. This means that there will be a quiet-down period from 10:00pm, and that all campers should be in their accommodation and no noise between 11:00pm and 6:00am.

Please have Christian consideration for others.

Noise Levels

Drug-Free Zone

Need someone to talk to?

Professionally trained counsellors are available to meet with you during camp at no charge. Limited appointments can be secured by visiting the camp office.

Lights Out

Noise levels are not to disturb other campers.

Parking Of Vehicles Authorised vehicle entry to grounds will be between 6:00am and 10:00pm.

One vehicle only per site is permitted; any additional vehicles must be parked in designated sites on the property. Provided car signs MUST be displayed at all times.

Car parking in designated car parks only. Only road-registered motorbikes can be ridden on the campground within the speed limit of 10km/h and keeping noise to a minimum.

Photography At Big Camp Most people taking photos of children at Big Camp are doing so for acceptable reasons and using appropriate methods. However, it is worth noting that many photographs taken in public places will include subjects who have not consented to their photo being taken. In Australia,

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generally speaking, there is no law restricting photography of people (including children) in public spaces as long as the images are; • Not considered indecent • Not being used for voyeurism • Not being used for commercial purposes without a Model Release/ Consent.

However, where an event is held on private property, such as Adventist Alpine Village, the owners of the private property are able to restrict or ban photography. Understanding this, the Greater Sydney Conference requests that you adhere to the following guidelines when it comes to photography at Big Camp: Authorised photographers under the Communications Team have been employed to take photographs at Big Camp.

They will be wearing a staff lanyard or hi-vis vest. If you do not wish your child to be photographed by the photographer for any reason, please contact the Camp Office and identify the children.

If you are taking photographs that include minors, please endeavour to restrict the images to those children that are related, or known, to you.

Due to child protection issues, photos of children at camp, other than those that are directly related to you, should not be posted onto the internet, social networking sites or any other form of electronic carriage service.

Property Vandalism of any kind, including interfering with camp property, fences or notices, will result in prosecution and/or request to leave the grounds.

Security Security guards will be on the grounds 24 hours per day. Even with security in place we cannot guarantee the safety of valuables left unattended in your tents, caravans, etc. Camp Administration cannot be held responsible for the loss of your valuables. It is required that campers will respect and comply with instructions from security personnel.

Showers Remember that others are often waiting to use the showers, so please be efficient and considerate.

If you have any concerns, please report these to the AAV Office on 02 6456 2738. Cleaning times can be reduced considerably if campers can remain outside the amenities, or use alternative amenities, while they are being cleaned.

Trees For safety reasons, please refrain from hanging any ropes, swings, washing lines or hammocks in trees. Adventist Alpine Village invest time and energy in maintaining their grounds, so please respect the environment in which you are camping.

Rubbish /Waste

Laundry

Always carry designated waste containers such as garbage bags, recycling bags, and compost bins.

Deposit your waste in the appropriate receptacles.

There are three (3) laundry facilities located onsite. One is designated for the chalets, one for the dorms, and one for the tent sites. Coins are required to operate the self-service machines. To protect the eviroment and the propety of other guests, please refrain from using bleach products.

If not in your immediate vicinity, place your waste containers in a convenient and accessible location within your campsite to encourage proper disposal when convenient. What you bring in, you take out.

Speed Limit

Jindabyne

Observe SPEED LIMIT of 10km/h at alltimes. Failure to do so will result in the individual being banned from driving on the grounds.

Remember that you are a visting guest and a representative of the Seventhday Adventist Church at all times.

Toilet Block Cleaning Please remember that the cleaners are working hard to keep the amenities blocks well-stocked and in great shape with large numbers of people on site. Affirmation is encouraged and appreciated.

This page contains information used and reprinted from NNSW Conference with permission.

Pushbikes, Skate Boards, Roller Skates, Roller Blades, or Scooters For the safety of all, we request that you do not use these on the grounds.

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Camp Shop Limited Edition Big Camp 2024 Enamel Pin, $5 Available for purchase at Reception.

Get yours while supplies last!

Cafe Forty One Hungry? Grab a bite at the Mountain View Adventist College Cafe.

Located next to the Adult Tent.

B R E A K FA S T

LU N C H S P EC I A L

D I N N E R S P EC I A L

Breakfast Burrito

Haystacks

Margherita Pizza

Toasties – various types

Vege Pizza

Hash Browns

Mediterranean Pizza

Smoothies

A L L DAY F R O M 1 1 A M

SWEETS

DRINKS

Pies - Vege Mornay, Mexican, Butter “Chicken”

Rocky Road

Coffee

Chocolate Brownie Choc Chip Cookie

Tea – Multiple Varieties

Various Slices

Hot Chocolate Milkshakes

Smokey Burger

Packet Chips – Various flavours

Soft Drinks

Hot Dogs

Mixed Lollies

Orange Juice

Sausage Rolls Spinach & Feta Rolls

Hot Chips

Apple Juice Water

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Camp Office Reception Hours First Aid

8:30am Reception – 12:30pm and 1pm to 5pm hours are ANZAC Day: 10am-12pm 8am-5pm.and 1pm-3pm Sabbath: Closed

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on hours are m-5pm.

Located next to the Cafe.

Hours are 8am-5pm. Med team onsite.

Emergency Plan First Aid

Located next to the Cafe.

Medical Centre Wifi Access Hours are 8am-5pm. Med team onsite.

Medical Practice Lost & Found Jindabyne 5 Thredbo Terrace

WIFI Password: AAVp2B22

Jindabyne, NSW 2627 Ph: (02) 6457 1221

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Located at Camp Office.

Lost & Found

Found something?

Let your division tent leader know before turning it in. Items will be held for 3 weeks following Big Camp Jindabyne Medical Practice AVp2B22 and then be disposed of/donated.

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Pick Pick your your spot spot wisely wisely Pick your spot wisely

Heating Emergency infoHeating Heating

Avoid Avoid pitching pitching directly directly under under trees, trees, Avoid pitching directly under trees, dead dead branches branches and and un-even un-even areas areas dead branches and un-even areas

Never Never useuse portable portable heaters heaters while while sleeping sleeping in in Never use portable heaters while sleeping in enclosed enclosed areas areas (tents, (tents, campers campers & vehicles). & vehicles). enclosed areas (tents, campers & vehicles).

Be Be prepared prepared for for weather weather Be prepared for weather

Pick Pick your your spot spot wisely wisely Pick your spot wisely

Pack Pack forfor thethe forecast, forecast, and and ensure ensure your your Pack for the forecast, and ensure your tent/caravan tent/caravan is pegged is pegged down down suitably suitably tent/caravan is pegged down suitably to to withstand withstand windy windy conditions. conditions. to withstand windy conditions.

BeBe vigilant vigilant about about thethe safety safety of of your your Be vigilant about the safety of your child(ren). child(ren).

Stay Stay in touch. in touch.

Ensure Ensure children children child(ren). Stay in touch. Ensure children stay stay within within designated designated boundaries. boundaries. stay within designated boundaries.

Store Store food food properly properly Store food properly

Security Security Security

Don't Don't invite invite wildlife! wildlife!

Don't invite wildlife!

Use Use airtight airtight containers containers and and secure secure Use airtight containers and secure coolers coolers away away from from your your tent tent coolers away from your tent

When When youyou leave leave your your tent, tent, zipzip it up it up When you leave your tent, zip it up and and consider consider using using a small a small lock lock and consider using a small lock

Monitor Monitor your your area area Monitor your area

Emergencies Emergencies Emergencies

BeBe aware of of local wildlife, wildlife, Beaware aware of local local wildlife, such such as as snakes snakes and and take such as snakes and take take precautions precautions against against insects. insects. precautions against insects.

Know Know where where emergency emergency assembly assembly points points Know where emergency assembly points are, are, keep keep calm calm ininan inanan emergency emergency and and are, keep calm emergency and listen listen toto to instructions instructions ofofof camp camp leaders. leaders. listen instructions camp leaders.

Fire Fire safety safety Fire safety

Campsite Campsite etiquette etiquette Campsite etiquette

Strictly Strictly follow follow firefire safety safety rules rules of of Strictly follow fire safety thethe campsite campsite and and local local authorities. authorities. the campsite and local Never Never light light a fire aafire in dry, in windy windy conditions. conditions.

Never light fire in dry, dry, windy conditions.

BeBe Be kind kind and and considerate considerate tototo other other campers: campers: kind and considerate other campers: Don’t Don’t bebe be loud loud after after hours. hours.

Don’t Don’t run run Don’t loud after hours.

Don’t run through through someone someone else’s else’s campsite. campsite. through someone else’s campsite.

Don’t Don’t touch touch other other people’s people’s belongings. belongings.

Don’t touch other people’s belongings.

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Faith Builders App PRESS RELEASE

NEW PARENTING APP TO LAUNCH AT BIG CAMP Sydney, AUSTRALIA — The Greater Sydney Conference (GSC) proudly announces it will launch the Faith Builders parenting app during GSC Big Camp on April 25, 2024.

“Despite the best church and school programs and resources, we are still losing between 50% and 90% of the children from our churches,” says Pastor Daron Pratt, Director of Children’s Ministry and Family Ministries for GSC. “Something needs to change. This app was developed in response to recent research that indicates children are more likely to adopt the faith of their parents.

What happens at home trumps everything else. This app seeks to help parents be the best they can possibly be when it comes to passing on faith to our children.”

The app is aimed at parents and grandparents of children aged 0-14. It includes coaching questions and practical steps based on seven elements that research shows are needed to help children grow in faith: intergenerational mentors, family memories, quality time, faithful and loving parents, awesome stories, great marriages, and family services.

“Every morning, the app posts a notification with a question that helps parents and guardians think, ponder and be more intentional in their spiritual parenting,” says Pastor Pratt. “For those parents who want to dig deeper, further research and ideas around each of the seven elements is provided as well. If this app helps parents be at their best spiritually, then it is a winner for everyone, especially the children.”

The app will be free to download, as it has been sponsored by GSC. It will be available on the App Store and Google Play. Search for “Faith Builders” to find it on or after April 25.

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New Year, New Look FOR SYDNEY ADVENTIST YOUTH

EASY TIPS for

Sydney Adventist Youth (SAY), Greater Sydney Conference’s youth ministry serving children to young adults from ages 4 through 18+, announced a fresh new logo as part of their recent rebrand.

Supporting Our Adventist Youth

By Pr Anthony Fuller I visited a young man in hospital this week who had very recently been stabbed in a gang altercation. He was brought up in our churches, but at the age of 17 he was very clear church was not for him. He had no spiritual purpose, no connection or relational understanding of who God is.

How is this possible? We know generally youth in society are under so much pressure, but research shows that Christian youth are facing greater challenges within our congregations. Below are some of the greatest challenges facing our youth today: •

Lack of employment opportunities

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Mental health

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Living in a secular culture

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Issues related to body image

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Family problems

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Substance abuse

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Pressures of materialism

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Personalizing and living out their faith

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Negative stereotyping

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Pressures of 24-hour social networking Crime

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What is your response as you view this list? How would you compare it to your observations of the youth within your local church?

CHALLENGE: Make it a priority to take some time and get to know your youth in your home church congregation to see what they think.

Work with parents, families, and youth leaders; don’t just leave it for them to do—get involved.

Based on your findings, prayerfully work on finding practical and biblical solutions. Spend some time asking young people what they think are possible solutions.

Our youth must not only be taught God’s Word, but they must also be mentored in ways to apply the Word to their lives. They must be inspired to live more like Christ, remembering that Jesus is the model.

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“The concept behind the new logo represents how Sydney Adventist Youth is made up of people of different ages, who are doing life differently but are pulled together to the cross,” shares SAY leadership.

Graphic designer Jessica Symes designed the new logo. SAY debuted the design and launched new merchandise in early December 2023.

“We wanted to refresh our youth brand to better reflect what we do as a youth department,” shares Jacinda Ralph, Youth Departmental Assistant. “The logo serves as branding for our youth events, allowing youth to identify and promote the conference's events within their local churches.”

CHECK OUT THE NEW LOGO and get SAY-branded gear at www. sydneyadventistyouth.com/store-1.

speaker, Pr Anthony Fuller is currently serves as the Youth Director for the South England Conference of Seventh-day Adventists (SEC).

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WATER TANKS

FLOW TRAIL START

4 x 4 ONLY ACCESS TO WATER TANKS

DORM LAUNDRY

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CHALETS 236-254

215-235

ABC 322-354

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300-320

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YOUTH SHED

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MAP KEY CHAPEL FOOD FIRE ASSEMBLEY AREA SPORTS OVAL

FRISBEE GOLF CAMP REGISTRATION FIRST AID LAUNDRY BUS PICKUP LOST & FOUND

CHOOKS

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PRIMARY/KINDA BEGINNERS LOUNGE

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BIO

Pr Ian Sweeney (UK) Trans-European Division

Following his ministerial studies at Newbold College and accepting the call to the ministry, Pastor Sweeney entered pastoral work in 1989. Pr Sweeney enjoyed 18 years serving as a local church pastor until 2008 when he was called to serve as president of the North England conference. In 2011 He was asked to serve as the President of the British Union Conference where he served till 2022 when he accepted the call to serve as a Field Secretary at the Trans-European Division.

Pr Sweeney enjoys Biblical preaching and his passion and love for this have resulted in many invitations to speak at various church events around the world.

Dr. Eric Walsh is a physician, health care administrator, and public health specialist with multiple advanced degrees. He has served in various high-profile public service capacities including director of a public health department, an appointment to the Presidential Advisory Council on HIV/AIDs, and medical director for a large medical group.

Dr Eric Walsh (USA) MD, PhD, Restored Ministry

Dr. Walsh has also served as an assoc. pastor and is a highly sought-after speaker, speaking about authentic Christian living, health, protecting the mind, and other topics relevant to those living in earth’s final days.

Team • Andre Vieira - Team Leader • Andre Russell - Team Memeber • Toni Marsh - Team Member • Tim Shelton - Team Member • Meleofa Tovo - Team Member • Usaia Bravailala - Team Member • Zane Edwards - PA Leader • Tammie Edwards - Sound & Lighting • Ben Scott - Visuals • Richard Reid - Team Member • Hensley Gonzaga - Worship Band • Neil Bayeta Jr - Worship Band • Aaron Haora - Worship Band • Sheila Mogoko - Worship Band • Lisca Grolimund - Worship Band • Fiel Falculan - Worship Band • Lynn Steyn - Worship Band • Irwin Steyn - Worship Band • Darren Slade - Support Staff • Panapa Leuluai - Support Staff • Michael Pupovac - ABC • Lynette Pang - ABC

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Adult / Big TENT APRIL 23-24 (Tue-Wed)

APRIL 25

APRIL 26

APRIL 27

(Friday)

(Sabbath)

(Thursday) Prayer Session 5:30-6AM

Boot Camp 6:30-7:30AM

ANZAC Dawn Service at Banjo Paterson Park 6:30-7:30AM (see P.20 for more)

GS Fun Run 7-8AM

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Breakfast 8-9AM

Breakfast 8-9AM

Sanitarium Breakfast 8-9AM

Breakfast 8-9AM

Lifestyle Sess. #1-2

Lifestyle Session #3

Lifestyle Sess. #4

Sabbath School

9:30-11AM

9:30-11AM

9:30-11AM

9:30-11AM

Living Today #1-2

Living Today #3

Living Today #4

Worship

11AM-12:30PM

11AM-12:30PM

11AM-12:30PM

11AM-12:30PM

Lunch 12:30-2PM Workshop 1 2-3PM

Workshop 1 2-3PM

Free Time 3-5PM

Free Time 2-4PM

Workshop 2 3:30-4:30PM

Workshop 2 3:30-4:30PM

Open Sabbath 5-6PM

Closing Sabbath 4-6PM

Worship 7:30-9PM

Special Program 7:30-9PM

Dinner 6-7:30PM Worship 7:30-9PM

Worship 7:30-9PM

Hangout Cafe 9-10PM

Hangout Cafe 9-10PM

ADULT TENT

FUNTIVITY - TBA

PRIMARY ROOM

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DINING HALL

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BIO

Pr Anthony Fuller (UK) South England Conference

Anthony Fuller is passionate about proclaiming the power of the Gospel, making the Word of God relevant in the lives of believers, and inspiring people to be disciples in the hope of our soon coming King.

Anthony is currently the Pastor for the Parkside Fellowship Community in Reading and is the co-founder and Managing Director for the organization ‘Game Changers Mentoring Group’ that provides mentoring, training, consultancy, and education, to equip children and young people with the necessary tools to make positive life-changing decisions.

Anthony is deeply driven about his call to the gospel ministry and has been blessed to be serving for over 12 years.

ANZAC DAY Join us at Banjo Paterson Park (6:30am-7:30am) we gather with the Jindabyne community members for a dawn ANZAC memorial service.

Whatever your age, come in your Pathfinder/Adventurer uniform to receceive a special Big Camp ANZAC badge!

Barn Night Gather 'round, for the Youth Sheds Barn Night at Big Camp! As the sun sets on the last night of camp, join us for an evening of country fun!

Test your skills with whirlwind games. Kick up your heels with some line dancing and use some quick thinking for our country-themed trivia showdown.

So, wrangle up your crew and dress yourselves in your finest cowboy boots!

Team • Dejan Stojkovic - Youth Director • Eden Ashcroft - Team Leader • Jacinda Ralph - Team Support Member • Joshua Carnie - Team Member • Joshua Hacko - Team Member • Renee Vaovasa - Team Member • Joshua Stothers - Worship Band • Janneric Sulu-Afele - Worship Band • Edward Ligaiviu - Worship Band • Andrew Malcolm - Worship Band • Kaiden Radovanovic - Worship Band • Kyle Strahan - Worship Band • Kasia Stekla - Worship Band • Joshua Chen - Worship Band

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Youth / Young Adult Tent APRIL 23-24 (Tue-Wed)

APRIL 25

APRIL 26

APRIL 27

(Friday)

(Sabbath)

(Thursday) Prayer Session 5:30-6AM

GS Fun Run 7-8AM

Boot Camp 6:30-7:30AM

ANZAC Dawn Service at Banjo Paterson Park

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Breakfast 8-9AM

Breakfast 8-9AM

Sanitarium Breakfast 8-9AM

Breakfast 8-9AM

Breaky & Devotion

Breaky & Devotion

Big Breakfast

Breaky & Sm Groups

9:30-11AM

9:30-11AM

9:30-11AM

9:30-11AM

6:30-7:30AM (see P.20 for more)

Worship

11AM-12:30PM Lunch 12:30-2PM Paint & Sip 2-4:30PM Thredbo Adventure 2-4:30PM

TBA 2-4:30PM

Board Games 2-4:30PM

Hike 2-4PM

Open Sabbath 5-6PM

Closing Sabbath 4-6PM

Dinner 6-7:30PM Worship 7:30-9PM

Worship 7:30-9PM

Worship 7:30-9PM

Hangout Cafe 9-10PM

Hangout Cafe 9-10PM

Hangout Cafe 9-10PM

YOUTH TENT

ADULT TENT

FUNTIVITY - TBA

PRIMARY ROOM

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Barn Night 7:30-10PM

BEGINNER'S ROOM

DINING HALL

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BIO

Rome Ulia is a Pastor from Auckland, New Zealand and an alumnus of Avondale University.

He has dedicated over 15 years of his life to evangelism, serving as a Pastor and Evangelist for the North New South Wales Conference for four years.

Currently, Rome is the Lead Pastor at Auburn Adventist Academy Church located in Seattle, Washington, after responding to his calling to serve in the United States.

Pr Rome Ulia (NZ / USA) Washington Conference

Rome is passionate about mentoring young people and is known for his commitment to winning souls for Jesus. He is married to Keti Ulia and together, they are blessed with five beautiful children.

ANZAC Day ALL Pathfinders / Adventurers that wish to participate at the Dawn Service will require to wear their full parade uniform (plus a warm jacket) as we have been invited to march for the Dawn Service. There will be limited seats available for Pathfinders to jump on the bus.

Adventurers that wish to participate WILL require Parental/Guardian supervision for the event. The bus will be leaving Adventist Alpine Village – Big tent at 5.30am for us to be ready for formation at 5.45am at the Park.

Team

ACTIPASS

• Moses Depaz - Youth Director

Actipasses can be purchases at reception while supplies last. Teen passes are $80.

- Team Leader • Jessica Stekla - Team Leader • Jacinda Ralph - Team Support Member • Stanley Stuski - Team Member • Alexis Ratu - Team Member • Chris Steedman - Activities • SJ Foaga - Activities • Caleb Lillo - Worship Band • Ruth Lockhart - Worship Band • Ally Wegener - Worship Band • Max Donald - Worship Band • Elias Latu - Worship Band

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Teens TENT APRIL 23-24 (Tue-Wed)

APRIL 25

APRIL 26

APRIL 27

(Friday)

(Sabbath)

(Thursday) Prayer Session 5:30-6AM

Boot Camp 6:30-7:30AM

ANZAC Dawn Service at Banjo Paterson Park 6:30-7:30AM

GS Fun Run 7-8AM

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Family Worship 7:30-8AM

Breaky @ the TENT

Breakfast 8-9AM

Breakfast 8-9AM

Sanitarium Breakfast 8-9AM

Breakfast 8-9AM Worship @ the TENT

Thredbo Pools 9AM-4PM MTB 9AM-12:30PM

7:30-9:30AM

9:30-11AM

Be Full of Good Works

9AM-2:30PM

Movie & Craft

Sabbath Activity

10AM-12:30PM

11AM-12:30PM Lunch 12:30-2PM

Round Robin 2-4:30PM Archery Attack 2-4:30PM

TBA 2-4:30PM

Good Works 9AM-2:30PM

Equipped 2-3:30PM

Open Sabbath 5-6PM

Closing Sabbath 4-6PM

Worship 7:30-9PM

Special Program 7:30-9PM

Dinner 6-7:30PM Worship 7:30-9PM

Worship 7:30-9PM

YOUTH TENT

ADULT TENT

FUNTIVITY - TBA

PRIMARY ROOM

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APRIL 23 | 2-3PM Food for Life Demo

A cooking demo with Doedie Fatt.

Come and try something new!

APRIL 23 | 2-3PM

Works

Stewardship: The Giving Equation w Dr Ken Long

A session based on Dr Long's first book: “The Giving Equation”.

APRIL 23 | 2-3PM "A Day in Cambodia" An ADRA Simulation

What are the challenges someone living in poverty face? How we can reach out to them.

With Lazio Crescentini

APRIL 23 | 2-3PM Emotionally Healthy Discipleship, Pr 1

Gain greater self-awareness to grow as disciples of Christ in an emotionally healthy way.

With Pr Sylvia Mendez

APR 23 | 3:30-4:30PM Awareness of Stress & Strategies for Relaxation

Learn what triggers your stress and how to activate relaxation with Dr Christiana Leimena-Lehn.

APR 23 | 3:30-4:30PM Renewing Purpose: Embracing God's Call in Your Life

Journey through Nehemiah 1 and 2 and how it impacts you. With Nadelle Manners

APR 23 | 3:30-4:30PM An Introduction to Prayer

Delve into the transformative power of prayer,

APR 23 | 3:30-4:30PM

exploring its significance in nurturing the soul.

Parenting for Faith

WIth Meleofa Tovo

Learn 5 simple strategies to help you start a discipleship journey at home with your kids.

With Pr Sylvia Mendez

ADULT TENT

JUNIOR TENT

KINDY ROOM

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APRIL 24 | 2-3PM Food for Life Demo

A cooking demo with Sharon Duncan.

Come and try something new!

APRIL 24 | 2-3PM

Stewardship: Model Steward Canvas with Dr Ken Long A session based on Dr Long's latest book, “The Model Steward Canvas”.

APRIL 24 | 2-3PM Disaster Ready Set Go!

Come and share your ideas of how you would like to bless your community before, during and after a disaster. With Kelli-Jo Leslie

APRIL 24 | 2-3PM Emotionally Healthy Discipleship, Pr 2

Gain greater self-awareness to grow as disciples of Christ in an emotionally healthy way.

With Pr Sylvia Mendez

APR 24 | 3:30-4:30PM Improve your Life Inside & Out

Learn how to restore your gut health and reduce the risk / symptoms of metabolic disease. With Dr Christiana Leimena-Lehn

APR 24 | 3:30-4:30PM Stewardship: Model Steward Canvas with Dr Ken Long A session based on Dr Long's latest book, “The Model Steward Canvas”.

APR 24 | 3:30-4:30PM Deepening Connection: Techniques for Prayer

APR 24 | 3:30-4:30PM

Explore the different types of prayer, incorpo-

The Worship Project

rating mindfulness into prayer, and creating

What is the Worship Project? Who is it for and

sacred spaces for prayer. With Pr Usaia Baravi

Why is it important? Come and find out about this national initiative. With Pr Sylvia Mendez

ADULT TENT

JUNIOR TENT

KINDY ROOM

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Workshops APR 25 | 3:30-4:30PM

APRIL 25 | 2-3PM Food for Life Demo

How to Feed the Bugs in Your Gut

A cooking demo with Nerise Fehlberg

Learn about the power of repopulating your gut microbes, the use of pre- and pro-biotics, the

Come and try something new!

benefits of fermented foods, and more with Dr Christiana Leimena-Lehn.

APRIL 25 | 2-3PM Sharing Your Faith in a Secular World

hrough your everyday rhythms you can easily

APRIL 25 | 3:30-4:30PM

and effectively share your faith without feeling

Sabbath School for Life: Groups that Grow

embarrassed or awkward. With

how to build your Sabbath School and be intentional

Pr Lyndelle Peterson

about growth. With Pr Lyndelle Peterson

APRIL 25 | 2-3PM

APR 25 | 3:30-4:30PM

Public Affairs and Religious Liberty with Pr Michael Worker

Resilient Adventist Communities with Linzi Aitken

Society is changing rapidly and in many cases is shap-

Find out how RMS supports churches to build

ing what our members think and believe. Where does

better immunity into their ministry and mission.

the Adventist Church stand? What rights do we have?

APR 25 | 3:30-4:30PM

APRIL 25 | 2-3PM

Overcoming Obstacles: Navigating Challenges w/ Prayer

Does it matter how we help?

How do we best to support communities in disas-

How to deal with distractions, handle periods of

ters? Join in the games and conversation about the

spiritual dryness, and find renewed

HOW of connecting with our community

inspiration in prayer. With Meleofa Tovo

With Kelli-Jo Leslie

APRIL 25 | 2-3PM

APR 25 | 3:30-4:30PM

God's Call to Leadership

Alive In Jesus

What does God’s call look and sound like?

Learn about the new Sabbath School

We will explore how God calls and

curriculum for children replacing

prepares us to follow Him.

Gracelink that will begin rolling out in January 2025.

With Pr Sylvia Mendez

With Pr Sylvia Mendez

ADULT TENT

JUNIOR TENT

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Big Camp 2024 Offering 2025 EVANGELISM PROJECTS OFFERING In pews throughout Sydney and the islands of Norfolk and Lord Howe, Adventists are passionate about making meaningful impact in communities and the digital world. We’re living digitally more than ever, but we can use technology and grassroots initiatives to connect to each other and our faith.

Because of this, Greater Sydney Conference is dedicated to funding 2025 evangelism projects, focusing on strategic community and digital engagement. With your support, we will finance three impactful projects to drive positive change and spread the Three Angels Message far and wide.

First, a FaithFM mobile studio to bring testimonies and stories of God's work from where they're happening on the ground to listeners thirsty for hope across all of Australia.

Second, an ELIA Wellness Trailer to support and encourage stressed urbanites to find peace. Through wellness in action we can transform and save lives.

Third, the 2025 outreach campaign where Sydney Adventists return to our evangelistic roots, bringing TED-style talks back to the streets for the souls seeking salvation.

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Pastor Roberts spent most of his youth in Latin American countries before enrolling at Southwestern Adventist University as a theology major, modern languages minor. He has pastored in Texas, and completed a Masters of Divinity degree at Andrews University in 1985. He obtained a master of arts degree in marriage and family therapy at United States International University in San Diego while working as chaplain at the Loma Linda University Medical Center. He has taught in the university's school of religion, and has his doctor of ministry degree from Fuller Theological Seminary.

Randy Roberts was born in South America of missionary parents Bob and Bettye Roberts. Randy is married to Anita (Justiniano) Roberts , who works for the Southeastern California Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. They have a son, Austin, and a daughter Miranda.

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Teams Juniors

• Daron Pratt - Mins Director & Team Leader

• Roger Martinez - Member

• Darren Slade - Assistant Camp Superintendent

• Daron Pratt - Mins Director

• Andrew McCrostie - Leader

• Nadelle Manners - CFO

• Justin Boyd - Leader

• Alex Manners - Member

Beginners

• Abigail Figueroa - Member

• David Lu - Member

• Peleti Peleti - Member

• Brian Leuluai - Member

• Daron Pratt - Mins Director & Team Leader

• Marcus Pereira - Member

• Pou Leuluai - Member

• Panapa Leuluai - Team Leader

• Roseanna Higgins, Nerise fehlberg, Wendy Long & Angelica Frandsen Reception

Kindy

• Jocabed Leuluai - Member

• Melissa Bryant - Band • Clinton Bryant - Band • Bob Maeva - Band/Singer • Pita Valele - Band • Rebecca Ramaci - Band • Hala Talanoa • Gabby Talanoa • Valentina Talanoa

Primary

• Daron Pratt - Mins Director & Team Leader • Nicholas Kross Jr - Leader

• Lisa Simpson - Member

• Lazio Crescentini & Christiana Leimena-Lehn Workshop Directors

• Rams Tupe - Member

• Libby Paul - Camp WHS

Admin

• Sarah Kross - Member • Rochelle Thompson Member

• Cheonneth Strickland Admin Team Director

• Arabella Yap - Member

• Pablo Lillo - Camp Superintendent

• Janice Martinez - Member

Greater Sydney Conference

• Helena Andersen & Geisa Lagares - Camp Treasurer

Big Camp

22-27 April 2024

• Wendy Long - WHS / RTW • Aura Steedman (AM) & Brian Pichinte (PM) - Camp Nurse • Meleofa Tovo - Camp Prayer Coordinator • Joyce Taylor Communications Director

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Greater Sydney Conference

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