March 1st saw the return of the Victorian Leadership Summit. Now in it’s second year of partnership with other departments of the Victorian Conference, the day featured workshops from VicYouth, Women’s ministries, ADRA, Personal ministries, Family ministries, and more! VicYouth saw a record number of Pathfinders participate in Master Guide training that occurred across the...
Converge is an annual 18+ festival held in Stuart’s point, NSW. It’s a great opportunity to hang out with friends and learn more about Jesus. With great beaches, speakers and social activities, Converge is one of the highlights of the youth Calendar. Charlotte Cross writes: “This was my first trip to converge and it did...
SEVY (South East Victorian Youth) Rally 2025, held at Heritage College, Narre Warren Campus, was a memorable weekend! Across the weekend of May 2-3, 2025 the rally welcomed over 1,600 youth, with an incredible turnout on both Friday night and Sabbath morning. It was a clear sign that God is stirring hearts and raising a...
Over 350 Pathfinders gathered for the annual Pathfinder Rally day at Gilson College. The Rally Day is a special event to honour, congratulate, and recognise the achievements of Pathfinders, Leaders and Clubs throughout 2024. A huge congratulations to all of our Pathfinders that received special awards and accolades on the day. Including Master Guides, Pathfinder...
This year’s Youth Rally saw 450 young people gather for a Rally combined with the 2024 BOLD Conference. Our speakers, Julian Archer and Terry Johnsson shared stories of their personal experience, how God took them from an impossible place and elevated them. Teaching us that nothing is truly impossible with God. Opal Sibanda writes: “I’m...
On September 21st, we celebrated the 74th anniversary of Pathfinders during the World Pathfinder Day event. Clubs worldwide took this opportunity to honor and promote the Pathfinder ministry within their local churches and communities. They led church services, participated in community events, and expressed their Pathfinder spirit under the theme “Jesus Camps with You.” Mernda...
Winter Recharge is definitely one of my favorite events every year! For those who have never been, it’s a Jesus-filled weekend away at Camp Howqua, offering one of the most relaxing yet rewarding experiences you can imagine. This year, we had the privilege of hearing Pastor Faye speak on “Showing Up—In All Seasons.” Her message...
To round out July, over 100 young adults from across Australia gathered at the Adventist Alpine Village in Jindabyne, NSW. Although there were only a small number of Victorians there, our very own Pr Josh Kross blessed us with messages over the long weekend. He covered topics such as identity, social media and discipleship, which...
On the 29th of June, over 80 people braved the gripping Gippsland cold and made their way to the Tonimbuk equestrian centre for an incredibly unique service. Pastor Brett Townend, the President of the South Queensland Conference presented a Gospel message, straight from the horse’s mouth. Throughout his message, he drew out object lessons from...
