MINISTRY ESSENTIALS [INTENSIVE]

Presented by the ACC NSW ACT 
State Executive

The ACC Ministry Essentials Intensive is a 2 day in-person workshop (includes morning tea, lunch & afternoon tea on both days). This course boasts a strong line up of experienced presenters who will go through the 12 modules with attendees

For credential holders progressing to their ACC ordination (OMC). 

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Required Reading

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ROUNDTABLES

Presented ACC Community Engagement 

This is an event designed to provoke thought and inspire to action those who are working in the spaces of community engagement, and would be beneficial for pastors, chaplains and leaders, both in churches and faith based organisations.

Attendees will have the opportunity to workshop the practical applications of the ideas presented and discussed for their individual contexts.

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Head to our Community Engagement page at the link below for details on upcoming events.

MENTORING MATTERS

Ps Roz Zaia and Ps Susan Marcuccio

The New South Wales State Executive are committed to our leaders, so we have developed a mentoring program for our pastors. Sometimes we can get stuck in an area of our life and, with a mentor’s guidance, we can unlock that area which brings benefit to ourselves and all those around us.

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Mentoring is an opportunity for an individual to meet with someone who has wisdom and experience, and it provides a safe, supportive environment for personal and professional growth and development. It is predominately about finding a good relational mentoring match that assists the individual to gain insight into their current situations and work together to reach the goals of the individual. 

Our mentors will work with pastors and leaders from a holistic approach, looking at spiritual, emotional and mental health, and with a focus on sustainable leadership. The first session is free, allowing you time to decide whether it is the right fit for both of you. Following this you can sign up for six sessions of approx. 1 hour per session, at the cost of $50 per session.

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Susan Marcuccio oversees our mentoring program, she can help you find the right mentor.

SAFER CHURCHES TRAINING

Presented by Safe Ministry Resources 

All ACC Credential and Certificate holders are required to complete Child Protection Training to maintain their Credential/Certificate. A refresher course is required every three years, in line with best practice and accepted standards.

Before commencing the credential process, Senior Pastors are to ensure that candidates have completed the required Safer Churches training.

YOUTH ALIVE ACADEMY

Presented by Youth Alive NSW ACT

The Youth Alive Academy is like no other place to study. It is an eclectic mix of Higher Education study, specialising in youth / young adult ministry, as well as biblical studies.

 Youth Alive Academy operates in partnership with Alphacrucis College and provides both theological and practical training.

KIDS MINISTRY TRAINING - KIDSHAPER

Presented by ACC KIDS

NSW / ACT Kidshaper National Tour is held annually and is open to all Children's Pastors and leaders across NSW and ACT. This event is a fantastic opportunity to be connected, trained and ministered to.

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With respected guest ministry, fantastic praise and worship and practical training, your Children's Ministry team will benefit from the Kidshaper National Tour.

ALPHACRUCIS COLLEGE

www.ac.edu.au

Alphacrucis College is the national ministry training college of the ACC, shaping and forming students to make an impact in the worlds of Arts, Business, Chaplaincy, Counselling, Education, Ministry, Music and beyond.

They offer a range of VET, Bachelor and Masters courses and have campuses throughout Australia and online.

FIVE STONES TRAINING

www.fivestones.org.au

These courses are distinctive in their design, as they are fully supported by Christian Indigenous Leaders/Elders who walk the journey with the participants, encouraging and supporting their learning journey.

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Five Stones Leadership is a three-year Leadership Development Project designed specifically for Christian Indigenous leaders across Australia. Students can be located anywhere in Australia, and the course is delivered through online meetings and on-Country gatherings throughout the year. 

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Our central theme for the course is exploring 

Reverend Uncle Graham Paulson’s question of what it means to be “Authentically Aboriginal and truly Christian”.

It’s a unique transformational experience that will challenge the way you view culture, your connection to your community, and your place and space in the world.

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Five Stones Leadership is a project designed and facilitated by the Elders Group and Australians Together.

CHAPLAINCY CONFERENCE

2024 Conference – The Road Ahead    

Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific 

Join our 2024 conference and be inspired as together we envision The Road Ahead!

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More than ever, individuals are struggling with uncertainty, grief and loss, illness, mental health, identity  and finding purpose in life. 

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The chaplain is God’s intended light carrier to the community: a vehicle for transformation as we navigate the chaos and pivot throughout constant change, to gain traction in a world that is searching for hope and answers.

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Our speakers will bring practical content to prepare and empower you for sector challenges and opportunities to become a transformational presence in your community.

A shift is here! Chaplains and leaders are now stepping into the places of influence God has revealed, and bringing Kingdom impact to The Road Ahead.

Looking forward to you joining us!

MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID

Standard Mental Health First Aid (SMHFA) course

Course topics cover: developing mental health problems, depression, anxiety problems, psychosis and substance use problems, as well as suicide and other mental health crises.

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Participants receive a copy of the Standard MHFA manual. Participants are eligible to become an accredited Mental Health First Aider.

Participants will learn the signs and symptoms of mental health problems, where and how to get help and what sort of help has been shown by research to be effective.

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This training will increase mental health understanding and teach the practical skills needed to support someone experiencing a mental health problem, experiencing a worsening of an existing mental health problem or in a mental health crisis until appropriate professional help is received or the crisis resolves.

Participants will leave with a greater confidence of how to help people across a variety of circumstances in what is an increasing challenge for Australians to deal with.

ESSENTIALS SRE TRAINING

Basic Modules and Refresher Courses run via zoom and at some locations, in person. 

All new SRE teachers will cover the Essentials Basic Modules course which follows the ICCOREIS Basic Training Standard and covers:

1. Teaching SRE in NSW Government Schools

2. Learning and Teaching

3. Preparing and Delivering a Lesson

4. Communicating in the Classroom

5. Introduction to the Bible

6. Classroom Experience

7. Duty of Care

Teachers who are renewing their authorisation will take part in the Refresher Courses.

ACC WOMEN NSW ACT

Join ACC Women NSW ACT for retreats, training days, conference and more!  

A team of women have been appointed and empowered to represent the various country and city regions of ACC NSW ACT.

Their job is to build relationship, and graciously assess the health and strength of the women in their region.

STARTING STRONG CHURCH PLANTING

We are here to champion the church in your heart.

We believe that life-giving, innovative church plants positioned to start strong and thrive, are our future.

We provide relationship, resource, training and financial support to position you and the church in your heart for your God appointed future.