JOIN US: We are excited to be hosting a Oikos National Gathering in Mt Evelyn, Melbourne on Friday Aug 25 to Sunday Aug 27. Set in the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges this peaceful setting will provide a great backdrop to an encouraging weekend.

Following the Spirit - Insights from Jesus, the book of Acts, and the Apostles in disciple making and simple churches in Australia today. Come and join us for an inspiring weekend of prayer, discussion groups, cultivating new friendships and catching up with old ones, and connecting with Jesus and His story across movements in Australia.

Presenters include Peter Roennfeldt, Phil Brown, and Merv and Sharon Stevenson.

DATE: Friday 25th August - Sunday 27th August

Venue: 4 Haig Road Mount Evelyn VIC 3796

Meals: Friday Dinner & Saturday Lunch and Dinner will be provided, pricing and details in the registration form.

Registration:
- Adults: $20 pp
- Children 13yr+: $10 pp
- Children 12 & under: free
Fixed price to attend all or any part of the event. A donation will be taken to support the work of OIKOS.

For More information: Please contact Phil at philbrown@oikos.org.au - 0409 137 988

Pickup Available: PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Lilydale train line from Melbourne City to Lilydale Station, is the closest train station. Please let us know in advance and time if you would like a Lilydale station pick up. Contact: Kate 0433 846 538

SUGGESTED ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS:
There are three motels within 5km from the Conference Venue. Please book direct with the accommodation.
1) Yarra Valley Motel from $130 per night
2) Econo Lodge Lilydale from $118 per night
3) York on Lilydale from $145 per night
4) Lilydale Pine Hill Caravan Park: Cabins from $140 per night.

SCHEDULE:
FRIDAY 25 AUGUST
5.00pm Registration Opens
6.00pm Dinner – (soup, buns, fruit)
7.00pm Session 1
8.30pm Cuppa & Cake

SATURDAY 26 AUGUST
9.30am Session 2
11.00am Morning tea
11.30am Session 3
12.45pm Lunch
2.45pm Workshop Options
4.00pm Afternoon Tea
Free Time/Walk
5.45pm Dinner BBQ
7.00pm Session 4
8.30pm Cuppa & Chat

SUNDAY 27 AUGUST
9.00am Prayer Groups
9.30am Session 5
11.30am Morning Tea
12.30pm Small Groups
1.00pm Farewell, Resource tables will stay open till 1.30pm