July 25-26, 2024
CityLife Church, Wantirna South, VIC
In-Person
Missions Interlink National Conference 2024
The Missions Interlink National Conference 2024 is approaching again with the theme; "Embracing the New Landscape."
We invite you to join us for this mission-focused, professional event designed for Australian mission leaders who play a crucial role in shaping the future of global missions and training the next generation of mission workers.
This conference provides a unique opportunity for mission leaders, mobilizers, member-care staff, financial and legal professionals and emerging leaders of missions to come together. It is a conference featuring dedicated roundtable sessions to navigate the new landscape of missions. And most importantly, we value your voice and input!
What to Expect:
Celebration: Take a moment to reflect upon and celebrate God's goodness and faithfulness.
Learning: Engage in workshops, discussions, and sessions with local and international speakers focused on addressing the ever-evolving missions landscape.
Networking: Connect with like-minded individuals and form collaborations that can have a lasting impact in this new environment.
Challenges: Explore and tackle the unique challenges the evolving missions landscape presents.
Humble Listening: Engage in conversations that foster humility, allowing us to journey and grow stronger together to advance God's kingdom.
Why Attend?
This conference presents an excellent opportunity to join a community of influential leaders actively shaping the future of missions.
Featured Speakers
GINA A. ZURLO, PH.D
- Co-Director, Center for the Study of Global Christianity, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary
- Named one of the BBC's 100 Women of 2019
- Executive Officer, Religious Research Association
Gina A. Zurlo, with her interdisciplinary expertise, will inspire us to comprehend the dynamics of a changing world and its impact on missions. As we grapple with the challenges of a rapidly evolving landscape, Gina's insights are invaluable.
Gina will provide an overview of Global Christianity, discuss the evolving understanding of missions, and guide participants on utilising quantitative data effectively. In a special workshop, she will explore general trends concerning "Women in World Christianity," contributing valuable insights to this dynamic aspect of global missions
DEREK BROTHERSON, PH.D
- Principal and Lecturer in Missions and Preaching, SMBC
- Background in law and extensive Southeast Asia experience with OMF
- Academic interests include contextualisation, hermeneutics, and applying biblical theology to missiological issues
Dr. Derek Brotherson, with his unique background and experience, will shed light on adapting missiological strategies to the changing terrain of our global context.
Workshops
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Thursday, 25 July 2024 Workshops |
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11:15 AM |
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Oh No, I Need to Understand a Financial Statement! |
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Claire Harris/Steer Incorporated |
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Learn how to read financial statements and practice Godly governance, even if finance isn't your specialty. |
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Coping with Stress |
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Dr Kuruvilla George |
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Explore the causes of stress and strategies to cope with it healthily, emphasizing the importance of managing stress to prevent distress and even disease. |
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Harnessing AI to Serve the Kingdom of God |
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Christine Platt |
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Explore AI's changing landscape and its ethical use in God's service. Discuss how MI members use AI in ministry, potential dangers, necessary boundaries, and societal impacts. |
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The Mission Partners Role in Missional Churches |
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Dr Tim Silberman |
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How a mission agencies and churches can strengthen connections between missionaries and their local churches to boost mission involvement. |
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12:10 PM |
Planning is Stewardship |
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Fraser Holt and Roslyn Schnerring/RDL |
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Covers retirement planning and complex tax issues, offering valuable tips and advice to ensure peace of mind in your mission work. |
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Essentials to be an Effective Visiting Speaker |
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Dr Omar Djoeandy |
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Explore the skills and approaches needed to quickly earn trust, connect, and effectively inspire and inform as a visiting speaker. |
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Mission and Gender: Strategies & Practices |
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Cathy Hine |
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This workshop examines strategies in mission work, focusing on women's wellbeing and addressing their marginalization in society |
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3:30 PM |
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NFP Salary Packaging & FBT Risks & Opportunities |
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Jakob Jones/Saward Dawson |
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Overview of salary packaging opportunities and risks for not-for-profits |
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Case Study: How we Eembraced a New Landscape |
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Geoff Maddock, Teagan Dwyer-Riviere and Susan Campbell/Baptist Mission Australia |
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Exploring key questions about mission work, including honoring stakeholders, prioritizing people and projects, the relevance of sending, embracing polycentrism, and leading change. |
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Protecting your Mission |
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Ash Sutale & Julianne Smith/EA Insurance |
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Essential insurance for Christian organisations, such as Directors & Officers, Sexual Abuse, and travel, offering tips to optimize policies and protect your mission, whether operating overseas or in Australia. |
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Shaping Mission Training for the New Landscape |
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Dr David Turnbull |
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The changing demand for mission training in Western countries, exploring opportunities, challenges, and implications for the Missions Interlink community. |
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4:20 PM |
International Payments Compliance – How money moves around the world and why sometimes it stops. |
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Michael Stachowiak/StoneX |
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An overview of international money movement, covering compliance, complexities, and risk profiles to help you navigate fund transfers effectively. |
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Enhancing Longevity: Harnessing Counseling Centers for Effective Support and Care |
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Greg & Shirley Carlson |
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Learn how counselling centres, enhance cross-cultural workers' resilience and longevity through preventive care and support. |
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Leadership in Mission |
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Cathy Hine |
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Explores the evolving mission world, focusing on necessary leadership styles, actions, and the importance of diversity in leadership. |
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The Australasian Mission Assessment Project |
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Dr Katherine Thompson |
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The Australasian Mission Assessment Project's findings on improving psychosocial assessments and discusses implementation strategies. |
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Friday, 26 July 2024 Workshops |
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1:20 PM |
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Risk Management for Missions Organisations |
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Leanne Lee & Rebecca Lambert-Smith/Moores |
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A practical guidance on strengthening your organisation's risk management and governance frameworks, along with a refresher on external conduct standards. |
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Forced to Resign for Mishandling Child Abuse Allegation |
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Paul Tuxworth |
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Australian case studies to introduce a framework for assessing your organisation's response to child abuse allegations. |
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Money and Mission - Fundraising from a different perspective |
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Kristi Wilson-McKenzie/Wild Hive |
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Hear a decade's worth of nonprofit fundraising insights, strategies, and interactive discussions on overcoming challenges in mission organisations. |
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2:15 PM |
The Shifting Landscape of Discrimination Laws |
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Leanne Lee & Rebecca Lambert-Smith/Moores |
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This session will overview discrimination laws and their impact on your organisation's employment practices and ministry activities. |
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Women in World Christianity: Challenges and Opportunities |
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Dr Gina Zurlo |
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Explores recent research on their roles, gender gaps in church leadership, and how to support gender equality in churches worldwide. |
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What's the Brief for Impactful Marketing Communications |
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Kristi Wilson-McKenzie/Wild Hive |
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Craft a clear, effective marketing briefs, avoid common pitfalls, and utilise key frameworks for strategic priorities and audience understanding. |
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Dates
Thursday, 25 July to Friday 26 July 2024
Doors open at 8:30am on both days. We aim to finish at 5:00pm on day 1 and 3:30pm on day 2.
Costs
Gst free
MI Members & Associates*
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Individual |
group of 5+ (pp, on same booking) |
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Early Bird ends 01 May |
430 |
390 |
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Standard |
500 |
460 |
Next Generation Leadership Discount
All places have been filled!
Thanks to the generous support of Steer Incorporated and Baptist Financial Services, we're able to offer $300 off registration costs, for aspiring leaders within your mission.
Non MI Members/Associates
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Individual |
group of 5+ (pp, on same booking) |
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Early Bird ends 01 May |
530 |
490 |
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Standard |
600 |
560 |
*Individuals who are part of an organisation, church or ministry that is either a Member, an Associate or a Friend of Missions Interlink, see here for the list. To join MI, click here.
Costs are in AUD.
Fees include morning/afternoon tea, and lunch.
Special Accommodation Discount:
Enjoy a 15% discount on your stay at our partner hotel. Details will be available on your registration confirmation email.
Registration closed
Cancellation Policy
50% refund if cancelled by 01 May 2024
25% refund by 30 June 2024
No refund after 30 June 2024
Venue
CityLife Church
1248 High St Rd, Wantirna South, VIC 3152
Contact
Please contact Missions Interlink, avy@missionsinterlink.org.au
Phone: 03 9013 4004 every Mondays – Wednesdays between 10am and 3pm.
MI CHILD SAFETY AND PROTECTION OF VULNERABLE INDIVIDUALS POLICY. Missions Interlink ministries are committed to protecting the safety of all people within its programs, ministries and events. You can view MI’s Child Safety Policy and Protection of Vulnerable Individuals Policy here.
