Many people today believe the Bible to be full of ancient myths and superstition, historically inaccurate and a negative force in our world. Surely it would be embarrassing to use the Bible to shape your life in the modern, scientific world?
Join us for the Ideas convention as we help you build a robust and thoughtful faith as we tackle these ideas about the Bible and more.
“An apologetics convention to help you build a robust and thoughtful faith as we navigate a rapidly changing world”
Dr Christopher Watkin is a senior lecturer in French studies at Monash University and author of the acclaimed 'Critical Biblical Theory: How the Bible’s Unfolding Story Makes Sense of Modern Life and Culture' - winner of the 2023 Australian Christian book of the year. He makes sense of how people make sense of the world
Gillian is a lecturer in Greek and New Testament at Melbourne College of Theology (MST). Her areas of expertise interest include the transmission of the text of the New Testament and biblical archaeology. She regularly takes students on digs to Israel and is at her happiest when hot and dirty with a trowel in her hand
Max is a senior research fellow with Centre for Public Christianity (CPX). He is a former lawyer and political & policy adviser and has spoken in universities, political institutions and businesses. His writing regularly appears in mainstream newspapers and explores the relevance of the Christian faith in the modern world.
Pricing for 2024
Full program $90 (includes lunch)
Friday only $20
Saturday only $75 (includes lunch)
Full program incl Hope Centre accommodation $170 (includes meals)
Full program incl Budget accommodation $130 (includes meals)
Full program incl camp site $100 (includes meals)