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HEARTS IGNITED LIVES TRANSFORMED THE CHURCH ALIVE
A defining gathering for pastors, leaders and churches across NSW & ACT.
This year's Awakening State Conference brings together an outstanding lineup of keynote speakers united by a shared passion for the Church and a desire to see people encounter the presence and power of God.
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Ps Joel Chelliah, National President of Australian Christian Churches and Senior Pastor of Centrepoint Church, is a respected leader with a heart to strengthen the Church across Australia. Joel brings wisdom, vision and timely encouragement for pastors and leaders navigating this significant moment in the life of the Church.
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Ps David Hall, who leads Revival City Church in Adelaide alongside his wife Donna, is a minister marked by the presence and power of the Holy Spirit. With prophetic insight, warmth, authenticity and a gift for humour, David creates space for genuine, life-changing encounters with God.
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Ps Mark Varughese, Senior Pastor of Kingdomcity, carries a prophetic and catalytic voice that has inspired pastors and leaders around the world. Mark equips leaders to step boldly into God's purposes — and we believe his contribution will be one of the highlights of Awakening 2026.
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Together, these three voices bring extraordinary depth — in leadership, spiritual insight and ministry experience. We believe God will use them powerfully as we gather to be refreshed, equipped and awakened to all He is calling us into.
JOEL CHELLIAH
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ACC National President.
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Founder and Senior Pastor of Centrepoint Church.
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Director of Harvestnet church planting.
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Author of The Chat.
DAVID HALL
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State President of ACC SA.
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Senior pastor of Revival City Church in Adelaide. ​
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Ministers extensively across Australia and around the world.
Mark Varughese
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Founder and Senior Leader of Kingdomcity
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Multiple locations around the world.​
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Left legal career to pursue full-time ministry ​
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An inspiring communicator, author and song writer.
Each afternoon throughout State Conference, you'll have the chance to sit in the room with some of the most compelling voices in ministry, leadership and business today.
Choose from one of three streams each day, and spend time with world-class presenters who don't just talk theory - they've lived it.
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From Dave Adamson to Sam Cawthorn, Shelley Johnson and Wez Hone, these are leaders at the top of their fields, bringing hard-won wisdom, real insight and the kind of practical tools that actually change how you lead.
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No registration needed. Simply show up from 4:30 pm each afternoon, take a seat, and get ready to be refreshed and equipped for all that God has called you to.
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Our Kids team have been busy preparing for a life-changing conference experience for your kids. This year, we are thrilled to welcome special guests Brendon and Cathie Clancy, who bring faith-filled fun, laughter, and life-changing moments with Jesus.
If you're a parent, make sure your kids don't miss this. Ps Allyson Parker, from ACC Kids, shares her encouragement below.
Get ready. The youth program at Awakening 2026 is going to be something else entirely.
We've been building something special for your teenagers and young adults - and this year we're bringing in two of the most exciting youth voices around to help lead it. Ps Laura Toggs and Ps David Hall carry a genuine fire for this generation, and they minister through the power of the Holy Spirit.
If you're a parent - don't let your teenager miss this.
