Teaching the topic of sin through a new lens: Ros’ review of HOUSE Conference

When it comes to engaging in ministry opportunities and conferences, word of mouth often carries hidden treasures, and this turned out to be one of them. Despite hearing about Youthworks HOUSE Conference in passing, PYNSW SRE Director Ros hadn’t engaged with it before. This year, however, something shifted. The advertised topic, sin and how to […]
Discipleship in the family is foundational

Two institutions God has set up to build his people are the family, and the church. Both are important and it is critical that they interconnect. John McClean credits his Christian upbringing for laying a solid faith foundation for him. Growing up in a country town, he experienced consistent discipleship through family Bible reading and […]
Double the growth: Twin sisters equipped for leadership

Growing in leadership and faith isn’t about one single experience—it’s a journey made richer through a combination of opportunities. For twin sisters Amy and Meg, the Lead for Life internship and leading on a Hunter PY Camp has been genuinely life transforming. How it all began Amy and Meg were blessed to grow up in […]
Raising kids to love Jesus: Discipleship at home

In an era where public schools, social media, and modern culture are constantly competing for our children’s attention, one father is determined to keep the promises of God front and centre. Benjamin Shuhyta, who is on the cusp of being ordained as a Presbyterian minister, recognises that discipleship is more than just an hour of […]
Touring the Southern Rivers Presbytery – August 2024

Did you know that there are regional towns where workers are moving from overseas to work in abattoirs, and the churches have opportunities to reach these people who have brought their families out with them to learn English and be part of these local communities? Well, in the Southern Rivers region, this gospel opportunity is […]
Study Lounge: Cornerstone’s innovative outreach to youth

Evangelistic outreach to teenagers doesn’t need to be restricted to youth groups on a Friday night. Cornerstone Presbyterian Community Church in Sydney has started experimenting with something a little outside the box: during school holidays they run something they call Study Lounge, and though it’s continually evolving, it has been a huge success so far. […]