The LIFE: God's Vision, Our Mission "For me to live is Christ" - Philippians 1:21
Is your Christian life flat or slowly leaking away?......
Is life about passing exams, meeting that special someone, or watching the latest movie? Is the purpose of life to become a middle class professional with a spouse, two kids, one house or flat, two cars and enough money to afford your kids an overseas education? A prominent commercial encourages us to "Live life to the Max". God's vision for your life is distinct from the materialistic vision presented through the media. The LIFE Conference offers you a life changing experience that presents Jesus (instead of some carbonated, artificially flavoured beverage that only temporarily quenches thirst) as the real essence of Life. So now, you can really live life to the Max! Paul said "For me to live is Christ". He lived life to the Max for Jesus Christ two thousand years ago. Come and discover how Christ can help you do the same today at The LIFE Conference.
"If only we could gain a fresh and compelling vision of Jesus
Christ, incarnated and exalted, risen and reigning, bestowing the Spirit and coming again! Then we would have the clarity of purpose and strength of motive, the courage, the authority, the power and passion for world evangelisation in our time."
- John Scott, The Contemporary Christion, 1992
What is it?
Conference is a unique opportunity for students from all tertiary campuses in New Zealand to come together for a week of preaching, teaching, fun and fellowship. We will hear
God through inspiring speakers, lively debate, praise and worship. It is your chance to meet and make friends from all over the world.
Who is coming?
John Watson
John Watson is a part-time pastor at Lifepoint AOG. He is also a
Missions Consultant, working for several mission organisations including
World Outreach. John is an ordained minister of religion, holds a
Diploma in Teaching, and is about to complete a Bachelor of Arts degree
too! He has been a pro-active supporter of OCF for many years.
Dr: Steve Kumar
Dr. Kumar is an internationally renowned apologist (someone who defends the Christian faith). He is the current president of the New Zealand Evangelical Apologists Society. He will deal with important questions about our faith and help us understand its relevance to today's society.
Michael Moey
Michael is a staff worker with the Malaysian Fellowship of Evangelical Students (our sister movement). He completed a Bachelor of Social Sciences with Honours in University Science, Malaysia. He worked as a lecturer before engaging in ministry to tertiary students. He will encourage us to grow in our relationship with God and others.
International Students from across New Zealand
There will be over 140 other overseas students at The LIFE Conference, drawn from Overseas Christian Fellowships (OCFs) across the nation. OCF is a multi-national, interdenominational student body that exists to reach and build up oversea Christian students, prepare them for return to home ministries or for other mision fields. OCF also provides a support network to ease homesickness! There are OCF groups on the seven university campuses in New Zealand. OCF is directly affiliated to the Tertiary Students Christian Fellowship (TSCF) which provides training resources and encouragement to OCF groups.
Aims of OCF
To unite all overseas Christian students through prayer, Bible study and fellowship.
To encourage the growth of a full and balanced Christian life in its members.
To present the Christian Gospel and to bear witness to the Lord Jesus Christ, especially among overseas students.
To encourage overseas Christian students to share in the responsibility of proclaiming the Gospel in their homelands.
When?
Registration commences at 1pm on 30June '97 (Monday). the programme concludes at 3pm on 5 July '97 (Saturday).
Where is it happening?
Nestled among hills in the beautiful Kaitoko valley is Kiwi
Ranch Camping and Conference Centre. Located only 45 minutes
from the capital city, Kiwi Ranch provides a comfortable environment where you will be able to relax, explore, and be challenged in your Christion lifestyle. Kiwi Ranch boasts extensive range of activities to suit everyone: from horse riding, kayaking, mountain biking, to relaxing in the spa pool* after a long day! Chatting long into into the night is a tradition at OCF conferences, where you are sure to forge lifelong friendships with students from around the world. When it is time to rest Kiwi Ranch's carpetted cabin facilities ensure that you will be refreshed for a challenging series of teaching and seminar sessions.
*The spa pool and some of the other activities will require a small additional chage should you choose to use them.
How do I register?
Simply fill out the registration form, detach and forward it with your chequie to the address below. There is a discount if your registration is received before 1/6/97. Places are limited, so why not register today!
Send registrations to:
NZOCF Conference
Flat 1, 39 Boulcott Street
Wellington 6001
Questions?
Speak to your local OCF committee or contact:
Sean Seah
04-4998935
Brian Imrie
025-405064
e-mail: brian.imrie@vuw.ac.nz
How much does it cost?
Please note that to qualify for the Early bird discount (less $10) the total fee must be paid by 1/6/97.
Example of how it works:
Registration fee ($30) + Hospitality fee (refer below)
- Early bird discount ($10) = Total fee
South Island
Hospitality fee: $100.00
Total fee (after Early bird discount): $30 _ $100 -$10 = $120
Auckland/Hamilton
Hospitality fee: $110.00
Total fee (after Early bird discount): $30 + $110 - $10 = $130
Palmerston North/Wellington
Hospitality fee: $120
Total fee (after Early bird discount): $30 + $120 - $10 = $140
Cheques to be made payable to NZOCF Conference. Do not post cash.
