world missions conference 2025

The annual World Missions Conference (WMC) is our focus on gospel mission across the globe. It’s a reminder that as well as being involved in proclaiming the gospel here in Wollongong, we also have a part to play in the gospel going forward around the world.

This year, we gather under the inspiring biblical theme of Restoration – a vision of the world restored to Jesus through a ‘Shaping Gospel’.

Our special guest, Warwick de Jersey, will be speaking at all services on Sunday 17 and 24 August. 

As we reflect on Romans 12–16 during August, we see a compelling call for followers of Jesus to live lives transformed by God’s grace, marked by sacrificial love, humble service, and gospel-shaped missional hearts. Enduring restoration begins in hearts, minds, and mouths aligned with Jesus and His gospel, overflowing amongst His people, and extending to the ends of the earth.

The purpose of the conference is:

  • Build a biblical understanding of mission,
  • Challenge us to be active in mission, and
  • Raise support for our Mission Partners

so that we may…

2025 Mission Partners

We are thankful to partner with seven extraordinary projects, each playing a small but significant part in God’s global restoration story:

Evangelism Explosion Africa

youth ministry

The Bible Society Australia

Equipping Indigenous Bible Translators

Figtree Anglican Church’s support helps train aspiring First Nations Bible translators through the Certificate II in Bible Translation at Nungalinya College. 

This entry-level program is crucial for the continuation and renewal of translation work in Indigenous First Languages, particularly in the Northern Territory. The course teaches students to read and write in their Indigenous language, as well as Bible Translation process and principles, forming an essential foundation for those interested in becoming Bible translators and ensuring the gospel speaks powerfully across generations and cultures.

biblesociety.org.au

Vietnam Church for the Deaf

lighthouse evangelical church, vietnam

Figtree Anglican Church has a long history of partnering in mission with Lighthouse Evangelical Church (LEC) in Vietnam. This project seeks to raise funds to help realise LEC’s vision to plant a Church for the Deaf in Ho Chi Minh City; a project that has grown out of increasing engagement between LEC and the deaf community in recent years.

The mission field is vast, with the deaf population in Vietnam numbering about 2.5 million, of which at least 45,000 live in Ho Chi Minh City. 

“In that day the deaf will hear the words of the scroll …” (Isaiah 29:18)

Elizabeth in the Middle East

Bush Church Aid Society

Trent and Alice McGrath
The Village Church, Jindabyne

The Village Church (TVC) exists in the rural, albeit frequently visited, town of Jindabyne in the NSW Snowy Mountains. Currently, Trent is the only theologically trained and ordained, full-time Anglican minister in the Snowy Monaro region. Over the last five years, TVC has become a spiritual home for many Christians to worship Jesus and grow in their faith, while also serving as a “home away from home”, church to those seasonal visitors who come to work and play on the mountain during winter. By God’s grace, we long to see hundreds of people come to know Jesus and make Him known.

bushchurchaid.com.au

thevillagechurch.com.au

African Enterprise

evangelising the cities of africa

After the unimaginable loss of the 1994 Rwandan Genocide, African Enterprise’s ‘Centre for Champions’ has empowered over 5,000 vulnerable youth with education, trade skills, and career opportunities, grounded in the hope of the gospel.

After this year’s cut to USAID, the Centre has been left vulnerable. We are asking that you prayerfully consider partnering with AE to help us continue investing in Rwanda’s future by sponsoring a student’s training. Just $700 per student covers food, clothes, and board, bringing hope for a brighter future.

africanenterprise.com.au

Open Doors

supporting the persecuted church in india

Through trusted local partners and the generosity of partners across Australia and New Zealand, this project could strengthen up to 2,995 vulnerable Christians in India this year. Despite ongoing persecution and security challenges, your gift could equip the church in India through four key areas: emotional and mental healing, social awareness and community reconciliation, biblical and discipleship training, and economic survival and sustenance.

As part of a broader global effort reaching believers in India, your support could help meet urgent needs and grow long-term resilience in the body of Christ.

opendoors.org.au

Events

(more details coming soon)

World Missions Pot Luck Dinner
Saturday, 16 August | 6pm – 8:30pm | FAC Auditorium | Bring a dish to share

Monday Night Conversation
Monday, 18 August | 7.30pm – 8:30pm | FAC Auditorium

Missions Breakfast
Tuesday, 19 August | 7:15am – 8:30am | Ambiance Ristorante Unanderra | Cost TBA

Young Adults Missions Night
Tuesday, 19 August | 7-9pm | FAC Hub

Seniors and Retirees Luncheon
Wednesday, 20 August | 12 – 2pm | FAC Hub | $10

Women Alive
Thursday, 21 August | 9:30am | FAC Foyer

Indigenous Night
Thursday, 21 August | 7:30pm – 9pm | FAC Auditorium

VOX FM
Friday, 22 August | 12pm – 1pm | 106.9 FM

24 Hours of Prayer
8am Saturday, 23 August – 8am Sunday, 24 August | FAC Hub

Mission Expo
Sunday, 24 August | After the 8am and 10am services, and from 4-6pm | FAC Foyer

Get involved by serving at the WMC

Your involvement will support our Mission Partners and help inspire us in God’s global mission. There are many opportunities to serve. Ways you can get involved include:

  • Flag Talks – Prepare a brief talk on a country and its mission needs.
  • Catering and Hospitality – Help with food service and welcoming guests.
  • Logistics – Assist with set-up and pack-down for events.

For more info or to get involved, contact the Mission Team:

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