EQUIP09

- BibleTalks on Esther
- Electives
- Esther Party
- Music
- Two conferences
- Venue
- Mums with Bubs
- EQUIP shop at EQUIP
- Transport

EQUIPMW09

- EQUIP ministry wives

BibleTalks on Esther - The Queen and I

A royal wedding…
A hangman’s noose…
An evil plan…
A nation at risk…
One chance in a lifetime…

Di Warren has a gift of making hard things seem simple.  Whether lecturing in Maths at Sydney University or explaining how the Bible relates to daily life, she always speaks with great clarity and insight.  Di spoke on ‘The Fairytale Life’ at EQUIP08.

Carmelina Read grew up in Leichardt where she came to know Christ through a highschool friend. She loves encouraging women in her local church and as Dean of Women at Sydney’s Presbyterian Theological College.

Electives

A. God’s princesses

God is our Father, and God is a King, so we are all princesses. It’s often said, but is it actually true? How are we to think about ourselves, from the Bible’s perspective.

Alli Street ministers at St Albans Multicultural Bible Ministry, Rooty Hill.

B. Hospitality for everyone

From Naked chefs to Donna Hay, we get plenty of good advice on entertaining. But what is Christian hospitality? How can we make our homes and lives more welcoming?

Ainsley Poulos is back to speak on hospitality, by popular demand.

C. The lost art of submission (1 Peter)

In popular culture, it’s the ‘S’ word, a relic of abusive societies. But 1 Peter has a very different view on submission, whether in marriage or work or society.
This is the 8th talk in the ‘Different by Design’ series, available from EQUIP shop.

Louisa Pftzner is a Visting Chaplain at Moore Theological College.

D. Black dogs, blue skies

Depression is such a part of our lives, whether our own experience, or those we love. What wisdom does the Bible give us?

Claire Smith lives in Sydney with 2 avid musicians (her husband Rob and adult son Nathanael). She is completing postgraduate studies in the New Testament and has a keen interest in current affairs and Christian ethics.

Music

Esther Party

Why not have an Esther party? It’s easy. Just buy some dried fruit and pastries, invite around the girls, and read the book of Esther. It’s great fun. Check out our 1st Esther party, and send us a photo of your party.
(Isobel & Ruth )

Choose between 2 conferences

EQUIP Daylight (9:30 am – 3:30pm)
Begin the day with the two main sessions and morning tea in the Convention Centre.  Enjoy lunch and encouraging conversation at a nearby food court or BYO to avoid the crowds.  Finish the day with a thought-provoking afternoon elective.

EQUIP Twilight (2:00pm – 7:30pm)
Perfect for those who need a sleep-in or to take the kids to sport!  The conference begins with electives and afternoon tea, and then the two main sessions continue into the early evening. Why not stay for dinner with friends by the Harbour?

Venue

The Sydney Convention Centre is conveniently located within the Darling Harbour convention area and is only five minutes from the city centre.  The Centre has new auditoriums, comfy chairs and plenty of foyer space to mingle and chat over morning tea. Many restaurants, cafes and food courts are available within walking distance along the beautiful Darling Harbour.  The Centre has full facilities for the disabled, including telephone, toilets and lifts available on every level.  There is also a hearing loop available in the auditorium. For more information about the Sydney Convention Centre, please visit http://www.scec.com.au.

Mums with Bubs

The Sydney Convention Centre is easily accessible for mums with prams via lifts on each level and ramps throughout. A crying room with video linkage to the main conference will be available, and there is plenty of foyer space for walking with prams. Please make use of these facilities should your baby become upset. Our team of friendly ushers will direct you to the best place to sit with your baby and pram, and assist you in accessing the crying room. Please let us know at the time of registration if you will be bringing your baby to the conference.

EQUIP shop at EQUIP

Transport

The Sydney Convention Centre’s central location makes it easy to get to by public transport. 

Train
Catch the train to Town Hall and enjoy a scenic walk down to Darling Harbour and the Sydney Convention Centre. 

Monorail
Linking Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre to the central business district is the monorail, which operates seven days a week. 

Light Rail Tram
Take the light-rail from Central Railway Station to Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre and enjoy the scenery along the way. Sydney light rail operates every ten to fifteen minutes, 24 hours a day. 

Ferry
Enjoy Sydney Harbour by catching a ferry to Darling Harbour. Ferries operate seven days a week. 

Useful Websites
- http://www.sydneyferries.info for information about ferry services
- http://www.cityrail.info for information about train services
- http://www.sydneybuses.nsw.gov.au for information about government bus services

Car
Save on parking and petrol by car-pooling with others from your group. There are a number of parking stations within close proximity to the Sydney Convention Centre. Please contact the parking stations for rates and hours of operation.

Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Parking Address: Darling Drive, Darling Harbour
- Phone: +612 9282 5000

Harbourside Wilson Carpark
- Address: Murray Street, Pyrmont
- Phone: +612 9552 2330
- Website: http://www.wilsonparking.com.au

Entertainment Wilson Carpark
- Address: Darling Drive, Haymarket
- Phone: +612 9264 1624
- Website: http://www.wilsonparking.com.au

EQUIP ministry wives09

A great day conference for pastor’s wives throughout Australia.

Date: Saturday 29 August 2009, 9:30am-3:30pm
Venue: TBA
FAQ: Any questions?

Our 1st conference in 2008 was such an encouragement, that we are already preparing for 09. We’re currently editing some wonderful footage from Kent and Barabara Hughes from the US.  (Ainsley Poulos)