The Mission of ALIVE IN THE SPIRIT
The Spirit is calling us to act boldly in responding to the signs of our times. Events in our world, and within our Church, present us with an opportunity to open our hearts and minds to act upon what the Spirit is asking of us at this time in Australia.
ALIVE IN THE SPIRIT invites people to engage in the life of Christ, and His Church, by:
- Engage the wounded, the disillusioned, the disaffiliated, the discontented & disconnected members of the Body of Christ;
- Heal the divisions that have caused pain in our Church;
- Revitalise those Catholics who are just “hanging in there” so that they may once again share the Good News of Christ;
- Encourage and resource those who have brave and bold evangelisation ideas.
“Being the Community Christ Calls Us To Be”
“A must for faith communities including clergy, staff, leadership teams, council members, ministers and volunteers; for those in pastoral care, for youth, family and education support, and all who accompany one another to be the community Christ calls us to be.”
“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.”
– Galatians 5:22 – 26
Meet Our Keynote Speaker
LEISA ANSLINGER
Director of Catholic Life and Faith, Archdiocese of Cincinnati
Leisa Anslinger brings extensive experience in Catholic parishes and schools to her ministry as an author and speaker. She is the author of books for pastoral leaders and numerous e-Resources on catechesis and stewardship. She is a frequent presenter on evangelization, stewardship, and catechesis at national and diocesan gatherings. Leisa’s newest publications are part of the Bridges Leadership Series, with Stephanie Moore. Leisa is the Director of Catholic Life and Faith.
Meet Our Workshop Presenters
A rich variety of over 40 Australian and New Zealand presenters offering a broad range of practical topics from their experience and expertise. Topics include fostering and renewing our faith communities, RCIA, pastoral planning, spirituality, leadership, pastoral care, liturgy, social justice, outreach and evangelisation, ministry with youth, with families, with elderly, and broader faith formation.
Exhibition Hall
An open space where key exhibitors offer resources and support, and are available to discuss pastoral ministry needs.
Conference Dinner and AGMs
The conference dinner and three AGMs offer rich spaces to network and consider how to continue to bring to life the learnings and insights gained from our conference experience.
Our Program
Registrations Open
Exhibition Hall Opens
Opening Liturgy and Keynote Address
Workshop 1
Evening Prayer and Meditation
Christian Initiation Australian Network (CIAN) AGM
Exhibition Hall Closes
Evening Concert (TBC)
Morning Prayer at the Cathedral
Mass at the Cathedral
Registration Opens
Morning Prayer and Keynote Address
Workshop 2
Lunch
Mass at the Cathedral
Workshop 3
Workshop 4
Exhibition Hall Closes
Evening Prayer and Meditation
Mission Planners Network of Oceania (MPNO) AGM
Networking Cocktail Evening
Morning Prayer at the Cathedral
Mass at the Cathedral
Registration Opens
Morning Prayer and Keynote Address
Workshop 5
Lunch
NSW Association of Pastors and Pastoral Associates (NAPPA) AGM
Exhibition Hall Closes
Workshop 6
Closing Mass
Close
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