ABOUT
Who we are:
The convention invites women from churches all over Victoria and especially those associated with Christian Brethren / Christian Community Churches Victoria and Tasmania (CCCV&T)
Mission Statement:
To provide spiritual, social and physical refreshment for women.
To build up women in their faith.
To introduce Christ to those who do not know him.
What is the purpose?
To encourage women in the Christian faith in a relaxing enjoyable setting, to discover life changing truths from Bible teaching from locally and internationally recognized speakers; broadening horizons and equipping for service in local communities, while having an opportunity to renew friendships and make new ones.
Committee: Cherith Whittle, Belinda Gloss, Pearl Sharman, Anna Wiggs and Michele Blaire
Previous conventions:
| 2024 | Moses from the Reeds to the Mountain Tops : Heather Packett |
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| 2023 | Encounters with Jesus: Kathy Rowe & Tammy Loftis |
| 2022 | Identity in Christ: Lisa Watson & Lynn Castelijn |
| 2021 | Waiting on God: Sally Minett & Lisa Watson (Online) |
| 2020 | At home with God: Sally Minett (Online) |
| 2019 | Pursuing Intimacy with God: Heather Packett |
| 2018 | Steady in the Storm: Fiona Emery & Jenny Wraight |
| 2017 | Fan or Follower: Suzie Botross & Robyn Rowse |
| 2016 | Balance: Heather Jackson & Cathie Hillman |
| 2015 | Living out Jesus’ Love: Wendy Strachan & Debbie Howells |
| 2014 | Who cares? Lisa Watson |
| 2013 | A Makeover Challenge: Robyn Rowse |
| 2012 | Is your God big enough? Heather Jackson |
| 2011 | Bold Faith: Lisa Watson |
Brief history:
The convention commenced 60 years ago with weekend sessions being held in churches. In the early 70’s the first weekends away were organized at Mt Macedon and when it outgrew the venue shifted to El Kanah /ESA in Marysville. There was always a strong emphasis on Bible teaching, sharing of ideas for meeting the needs of women in our communities and awareness of work amongst women overseas. The early conventions benefited from the vision and foresight of women such as Agnes Walker, Jean Purdue (Gordon), Mary Jones, Shirley Juler, Margaret Murfet, Vi Reid and Joyce Gale.
A shift to Cowes – ‘the Island’, offered a bigger venue and a change of scene with beach walks, the Nobbies, shops and coffee. More recently the conventions have alternated the CYC City campus and Cowes. The City Campus allows easier access for both city and country women, being just near Southern Cross station and public transport. As linen is supplied, less luggage is needed.
Opportunities to explore the local shops, lanes and the central city add to the attraction.