InStep KEEPINGNOVEMBER 2018 – FEBRUARY 2019

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A Disney AdventureWe all know of the wonderful world of Disney, a world of imagination, superheroes and fun. Anglesea winter teen camp created a world of Disney for ourselves.

We had a great time with visits from many characters from various sets and stories, ages and imaginations!

Spending time together is always a highlight whether on the basketball or volleyball court playing games and conquering challenges of various kinds; eating fabulous food at every meal; praying for and encouraging each other in cabins, worshipping God together in song and wrestling in the mud.

A highlight for many was the boys and girls day; God brought great healing and regeneration in many hearts; it was amazing to experience the power of words in apologies and statements of truth that God spoke through.

Julia Fulton was our speaker and she spoke about the gospel, it gives us a clear picture of real

life; the gospel allows us to deal with all aspects of our life, including our shame and guilt, it allows us to be totally free! We all were inspired, encouraged and challenged.

We got to shoot arrows at each other playing arrow attack; had an adventurous day in Torquay in the park playing games, hunt the leader, and of course we can’t miss the flash mob dance that is a classic winter tradition.

We had a great sense of God continuing to change lives, continuing to speak into the hearts of many to allow continual transformation.

Campers left camp wanting to continue to communicate with their new friends and continue sharing and speaking into each others’ lives and study the Bible together.

Campers left camp with a greater understanding of God, the wonderful love He has for us that He has shown us in Jesus, and such great encouragement in living and sharing the gospel!

JULY 2018CAMP REPORT WINTER TEEN CAMP ANGLESEA

MASSIVE SUMMER OF CAMPS!

Welcome to our end of year edition of In Step, we’re thankful that you would take the time to read about how things are going at ESA.

We have a great range of Summer Camps coming up over the next few months, I encourage you to check them out and share with your friends. We’re working hard to provide high quality camping experiences at an affordable price.

We welcomed Ruth Parfett to the ESA team recently as our bookkeeper, Ruth lives in Glenburn near Yea and has been a Christian most of her life. Ruth replaces Katelyn Fowler who has done such a great job with our finances and has now moved into a fulltime role with an IT company. We thank Katelyn and wish her well!

We’re thankful to God for your support over the years and we look forward to what God has ahead for us in 2019. It feels too early to wish you a Merry Christmas but we trust the Christmas season would be full of Gods blessings for you and your family.

God Bless You, David

Ruth Parfett

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ESA Prayer & Praise UpdatesWe are so appreciative knowing that there are faithful people praying for ESA (its outreach, workers, board, administration, volunteers and campers).

Thank you for partnering with us in prayer; that God would be at work reaching out to the lost and growing His Kingdom.

In addition to the prayer notes inside this magazine, we send out specific prayer & praise updates through email as particular needs arise.

If you would be interested in receiving these emails please contact Gerard & Linda at gabdoo@esa.org.au

ESA 10 Year Remembrance of Black SaturdayWe invite you to join us for a weekend of sharing memories of the ESA Campsite to be held on Saturday 9th February and Sunday 10th February at El Kanah in Marysville. This is an opportunity to connect with old friends from the campsite, share memories and hear about the future vision of ESA.

The cost is $75 per person / $125 per couple, accommodation is in the village at El Kanah and includes dinner, breakfast and lunch.

For more information call David on 0435 376 009.

@esaorgau

This year Lake Tyers Teen camp in East Gippsland celebrated its 20th year.

What a blessing it is to look back over the years and see many campers who now serve Jesus in different ways. Our directors for 2018 Scott & Deborah started as campers, became leaders and camp directors and have on to gospel mission through ESA as Pastoral Workers.

ESA Lake Tyers Teen camp 2018 was a great camp. Wake boarding, biscuiting, canoeing, mountain bikes, caving, hunt the leader and an 80’s dance party were just some of the activities enjoyed by campers and leaders alike. Our speaker Peter Harvey challenged the campers about the disconnected nature of our tech saturated lives. He encouraged them to connect with the real world, real values, real people and with the real and living God. What a privilege it was to be able to present the word of God to our campers in many different ways over the week. We saw significant

change in the lives of these young people as they experienced the love of Christ through the leaders and experienced the wisdom of the bible speaking into their everyday life situations.

One mum was telling us what a wonderful time her child had and said “he could have handled a few more days like that”. (It is so good to see teens just being themselves without all the masks of protection up!)

We are so thankful for our leaders, who gave of their time and finances to come on camp and who served so sacrificially. We are encouraged by their desire to grow in their own relationships with Jesus. Thanks to Liyin and Lyn who were our wonderful cooks. They not only cooked great food but they shared a passion for the gospel. We are grateful for their encouragement and for the love they show.

Thanks be to our great God for the gospel & discipleship opportunities which He has given over these past 20 years.

July 2nd saw us embark on the very first Swan Hill Teen camp at the Pioneer Settlement lodge.

23 campers kicked off a week of fun, catching up with old friends, or meeting new ones. Our kiwi speaker Ben spoke about who God is and our perspectives of him. He challenged us to consider if these perspectives need to change and helped us to become aware of our spiritual gifts. Finally, he encouraged us to get involved serving God and just start somewhere!

We chatted more about these topics in our small groups, and also had electives, on topics such as how to share God with those around us, and our identity.

There was plenty of running around games to burn off some energy! We had plenty of it with all the delicious food David and Wendy Watts were giving us.

We enjoyed an ‘Amazing Race’ around Swan Hill, and a canoeing and fire building afternoon. Lots of campers sounded like they were auditioning for The Voice, singing along to the musical ‘The Greatest Showman’ at our movie night.

We finished the week off with a banquet, op shop formal and bush dance. One highlight for leaders and campers was splitting into genders and having a question time with leaders - asking anything!

There was a fantastic spirit of openness and honesty throughout the camp, which was certainly evident that afternoon.

It was exciting to see a sense of community develop as we were real and learnt from each other.

We can’t wait to continue this in 2019!

SEPTEMBER 2018LAKE TYERS TEEN CAMPCAMP REPORT

JULY 2018SWAN HILL TEEN CAMPCAMP REPORT

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Meet ESA Volunteers

Tamika English is one of our volunteer Camp Directors on Phillip island Junior Camp

How did you get connected to ESA?

It was a generational thing. My Gran sent my mum & aunty on camps. My parents attended camps, and from there I started coming with my parents as the “kids of camp parents/directors”, attending junior and teen camps all over Victoria, leading on camps, and the rest is history

Tell us a little more about your life?

I’m a married gal, living in Melbourne, who grew up in Bendigo. I’m someone who loves God’s creation, helping His creation, and being surrounded by His creation. I love people, flowers, the beach, the bush, & being outdoors. I enjoy capturing creation or beauty in photos. I’m also passionate about empowering people to be who God’s created them to be and helping them realise that if they have breath they have purpose

What’s your favourite bible verse or passage and why do you like it?

One of my favourite stories in the Bible is the story of Jairus’ daughter who was believed to be dead (in Mark 5:36-42). Everyone thought she was dead, Jesus knew she wasn’t, raising her up again to live! It brings me hope and empowerment to all situations, that Jesus is the ultimate hope. I can trust Him whole heartedly, and know that anything in His plan, He can bring to life, even if it looks like it’s dead and gone.

What’s your favourite place in Victoria?

In the country, by the sea, any place where my husband is or in musical worship (by myself or in a group).

What are you looking forward to at Phillip Island Junior Camp?

Having a crazy amount of fun, running around & being a looney, leading with an incredible team, sowing God’s love into both camper’s and leader’s lives, seeing what God does in all our lives, growing more in who God’s created me to be, and building the Kingdom of God!

Jek Holloway is one of our volunteer Camp Directors on Camp Bridgewater

How did you get connected to ESA?

I’ve been going to ESA camps since I was a kid, my first camp was at Portland many years ago. Over time, I was invited to help lead on a few camps which has kept me involved.

Tell us a little more about your life?

Born and raised in a Christian home, I’m the oldest of 3 children. I left home after Year 12 and moved to the Kew Student Residence, studying Science and majoring in Chemical systems as I wanted to work in Norway as a Chemical Engineer. I didn’t enjoy the course as hoped, but I graduated and now I work full time with my dad in the family business and I love it!

What’s your favourite bible verse or passage and why do you like it?

I don’t really have one favourite but Romans and Proverbs have had the most impact on my life so far. Learning about salvation when I was 15 from Romans 10, my nan leaving me with a letter to encourage me before she passed away with Romans 12 written as the passage on her heart for me. And Proverbs 3 v 5,6, these passages speak about trust, serving and faith… outside of my logic and human understanding which is a daily battle for me.

What’s your favourite place in Victoria?

Pretty much any mountain with a good view, Great Ocean Road is pretty special and Daniel’s Donuts because they are healthy.

What are you looking forward to at Camp Bridgewater?

Watching the confidence of the campers grow over the week as they make friends, worship and explore God and faith is a highlight. I’m also keen on some more beach worship and round 2 on the waterslide.

Teen DC 2018 was yet again a camp to remember. With its cosy vibes, time to chill out, awesome teaching on discipleship, and great space for bonding, it was altogether a remarkably special camp.

This year, we heard from singer-songwriter Levi McGrath. He spoke on what it means to truly be one of Jesus’ followers; a life devoted to Jesus is, by very nature, a life devoted to servanthood – helping those that the world shuns, reaching out to the outcast, befriending the sinner, loving those that others have deemed unlovable.

All because Jesus has done this for us; we give out of the abundance

that has been given to us. It’s His love that compels us to share the riches of the Gospel with a world that is so desperately poor (both physically and spiritually!) Not only did we receive great teaching from Levi, but we were also blessed with the opportunity to hear songs he had written about his own experiences in reaching out to others.

Another blessing was being able to hear from a range of different leaders in workshops throughout the day. These are times when we can learn about unique topics that may not necessarily be taught on in a general church setting, such as: Being the fragrance of Christ,

hymns and songs, leadership, tricky life questions, and evangelism.

Other hallmark features of Teen DC that were back again this year included cultivation of a habitual morning quiet time among leaders and campers alike, board games/card games (x1000), worship and heart-to-hearts around the campfire, a strong focus on prayer, and the family-like atmosphere that’s created when people are given the chance to be real with each other! I wouldn’t miss it next year if I were you!

Living Life to the FullThe 2018 ESA Seniors camp gave a wonderful opportunity for people from around Victoria – coming from places as diverse as Kerang, Donald, Bendigo, Ballarat, Warrnambool and Melbourne to gather and relax, enjoy music and singing, hear each other’s stories over meals, play games, build new friendships, have much laughter - A cheerful heart is good medicine [Proverbs 17:22]

A real highlight was the Hawiian evening with appropriate dress and décor and Lynton Wade brought daily teaching from the Word of God.

There was wonderful cuisine prepared by our cooks and the

opportunity was there to explore some of the Grampian environs, in fact, at one earlier Seniors camp an octogenenarian (87 years of age) climbed the Pinnacle which at 686 metres altitude is a well known lookout in the Grampians providing a spectacular view.

Thankyou Geoff and Carrie Pearse and Jenny Whitfield providing excellent leadership for this camp and John and Doreen Brown for your culinary delights.

Some are already making plans to return to this camp next year.

Bruce Stewart

JULY 2018TEEN DISCIPLESHIP CAMPCAMP REPORT

AUGUST 2018SENIORS CAMPCAMP REPORT

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bers and volunteers that 2019 would be full of

God’s blessings.

Wed

nesd

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ay 6th: P

ray for the Junior C

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p being held at Phillip Island, pray

that each person would be im

pacted and encounter Jesus.S

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day 6th

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ray for those attending C

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ridgewater, pray that each person w

ould be im

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ond

ay 7th – F

riday 11th

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the Gippsland C

oast Cam

p, pray that each person would

be impacted and encounter Jesus.

Tu

esday 8th

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attending the Canoeing C

amp, pray that each person

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ould be impacted and encounter Jesus.

Su

nd

ay 13th: P

ray for Gerard and L

inda Abdoo serving

in Maffra.

Mon

day 14th

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ay 18th: P

ray for the hundred’s of people w

ho have attended a camp over the past 2 w

eeks that as they are at hom

e they would be encouraged in

their faith and rem

ember the spiritual input they received

at camp.

Satu

rday 19th

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nd

ay 20th: P

ray for the leaders of the January cam

ps who each volunteered to serve on the

January camps. P

ray spiritual blessing on each of them.

Mon

day 21st – F

riday 25th

: Pray for the B

oard and Staff W

orkers of ESA

and their families as they gather in

B

endigo for a time of fellow

ship, planning and prayer.S

aturd

ay 26th – S

un

day 27th

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we celebrate A

ustralia Day and pray that there w

ould be a turning to Jesus across our nation.M

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rsday 31st: P

ray for the leadership of E

SA as they plan the year ahead, pray for w

isdom and

God’s guidance.

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ay 1st: Pray for Sonia and H

oward serving in

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endigo.S

aturd

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: Pray for the finances of E

SA, be

thankful for financial provision over many years and pray

for an increase in the giving of funds to ESA

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un

day 3rd

: Pray for the young people w

ho attended the school holiday cam

ps over the past few w

eeks, pray they continue to grow

in their faith journey.M

ond

ay 4th: P

ray for ESA

Board C

hair Joash, his wife

Natasha and their sons N

oah and Levi.

Tu

esday 5th

: Pray for young people attending cam

ps this year, for them

to learn to trust and know G

od.W

edn

esday 6th

: Pray for those w

ho volunteer on the B

oard – Joash, Nathan, G

eoff, Carolyn, R

achel and Ann.

Th

ursd

ay 7th: P

ray for Scott and Deborah R

onalds and their children serving G

od in the Gippsland region.

Frid

ay 8th: P

ray for Nic and Jess B

uscombe and their

children Arabella and T

ed serving God in B

endigo.S

aturd

ay 9th – S

un

day 10th

: Pray for those w

ho attend the R

emem

brance Weekend in M

arysville this w

eekend, remem

bering 10 years since the Black Saturday

fires.M

ond

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hu

rsday 14th

: Pray for the upcom

ing Fam

ily Boating C

amp and Young A

dult Waterski C

amp

that the planning would be sm

ooth and that many peoples

lives would be im

pacted.F

riday 15th

: Pray for those w

ho volunteer on the Board

– Joash, Nathan, G

eoff, Carolyn, R

achel and Ann.

Satu

rday 16th

– Su

nd

ay 17th: P

ray for country churches as they reach out to their local com

munity, pray

that each church would be effective in sharing G

od’s love.M

ond

ay 18th: P

ray for Sonia and How

ard serving in

Bendigo.

Tu

esday 19th

: Pray for form

er volunteers, staff and board m

embers w

ho have served God through E

SA and

be thankful for what has been achieved over the years.

Wed

nesd

ay 20th: P

ray for Scott and Deborah R

onalds and their children serving G

od in the Gippsland region.

Th

ursd

ay 21st: Pray for the volunteers and C

amp

Director’s w

ho assist in leading on different camps, pray

for encouragement in the spiritual journey.

Frid

ay 22nd

– Su

nd

ay 24th: P

ray for the teams of

people leading the Family B

oating Cam

p and the Young A

dult Waterski C

amp, pray for safety and enjoym

ent and that all w

ho attend would engage in discussions around

being a Christian.

Mon

day 25th

– Th

ursd

ay 28th: P

ray for the Wim

mera

Easter C

onvention, pray for the team organising the event

as they prepare and make plans.

T

hank you for your prayers.

E.S.A. Country M

inistries 19 Tesm

ar Circuit, Chirnside Park VIC 3116 Phone:

(03) 5963 7075 em

ail: esa@

esa.org.au W

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ovember 2018 - February 2019

“Pray for one another”

James 5:6

OCTOBER 2018BOUNDARY BEND CAMPCAMP REPORT

BONUS CAMP PICTURES

Camping at Boundary BendESA was invited to be part of a family camp on the Murray River in the last weekend of the October Vic school holidays.

People/families mainly came from the Mildura area. The idea for the camp came from a conversation between some individuals who wanted a laid back camp that anyone could come to, Christian or non- Christian.

People arranged their own activities as well as some group times doing things together, like canoeing. Fishing was a big part of the weekend with some big carp being caught, for some campers it was the first time they had ever caught a fish which made it even more exciting.

ESA provided cooking equipment and campers cooked their own food which everyone then shared with each other. Saturday night there were some amazing meals cooked in camp ovens, yummy. Peter Geldart and Geoff Pearse were the ESA workers who went on the camp with Peter leading some Bible study times by the edge of the river. We looked at the wise and foolish builders found in Matthews gospel.

Some people stayed at the Boundary Bend caravan park in cabins while others camped on the sand bar by the river in tents and swags. The caravan park is only 800 meters from the sand bar so this worked really well.

This looks like being an annual event so keep your ear out for it next year and feel free to come along and enjoy Gods awesome creation and some awesome fellowship in Boundary Bend.

Blessings Peter Geldart

WIMMERRA 2019

COMING SOON - WATCH THIS SPACE

ESA Young Adults Rock Climbing CampDate: Friday 16th November – Sunday 18th November, 2018Cost: $75 includes food and climbing equipmentLocation: Mount Arapiles, near Horsham

What’s Happening: It doesn’t matter if you’re a beginner or an expert, this weekend is for you. We’ll help you learn the basics of climbing and you’ll enjoy a weekend in some of the most beautiful climbs in the world.More Info: Peter Geldart 0427 316 327

ESA Mountain Bike Day Ride (13 years +)Date: Saturday November 17th 2018Cost: $15 per person plus bus cost and $’s for tea.Location: Lysterfield Park, S.E. Melb

Details: Bus running from Traralgon to Lysterfield Park. Step out of the daily grind and crank those pedals. Feel refreshed and encouraged as we experience the fun and exhilaration of hitting some awesome mountain bike tracks, enjoying the beauty of Gods creation and spending quality time together. More Info: Gerard Abdoo 0411 851748

ESA Summer Junior Camp Phillip Island (Year 4 – 7)Date: Wednesday January 2nd – Sunday January 6th, 2019Cost: $295 per personLocation: Phillip Island Adventure Resort

Details: You’re invited to one of the best camp sites in Victoria down at the beach. There’s plenty of activities including the waterslide, giant swing, archery, games, bible studies and our beach day.More Info: David Molyneux 0435 376009

ESA Summer Teen Camp Phillip Island (Year 7 - 12)Date: Wednesday January 2nd – Sunday January 6th, 2019Cost: $295 per personLocation: Phillip Island Adventure Resort

Details: Get your mates and get along to one of the best camp sites in Victoria down at the beach. There’s plenty of activities including the waterslide, giant swing, archery, games, bible studies and our beach day.More Info: David Molyneux 0435 376009

ESA Cape Bridgewater Summer Camp, Portland Region (Year 5 – 12)Date: Sunday 6th – Thursday 10th January, 2019Cost: $235 per personLocation: Cape Bridgewater

Details: You’re invited to the best beach in Victoria. Lots of new friends and a great relaxed vibe on this camp.More Info: Nick Buscombe 0407 875341

ESA Gippsland Summer Coast CampDate: Monday 7th – Friday 11th January, 2019Cost: $155 per personLocation: Woodside Beach

Details: You’re invited for a great week of fun activities including beach days, canoeing and sporting activities. It’s a week full of fun with interactive discussions to encourage you in your Christian walk.More Info: Dave Maxwell 0438 322993

ESA Teen Canoeing Camp – Boundary BendDate: Tuesday 8th – Saturday 12th January, 2019Location: Boundary BendCost: $195

Details: One of ESA’s best camps, we paddle for around 4/5 hours each day leaving plenty of time for fun activities on the riverbank. Join us and meet new friends and be encouraged in your relationship with God. Accomodation is in tents, all food provided with a support vehicle the whole way.More Info: Peter Geldart 0427 316327

ESA Gippsland Family Boating Camp (For Families, Singles - Ages 14 years +)Date: Friday February 22-24th February, 2019Location: Eagle Point Caravan Park, East Gippsland

Details: If you love boats and boating, sailing, cruising, canoeing, biscuiting water skiing, kneeboarding, swimming or relaxing by the fire come along. Playground a stones throw away. Bring the family. Relaxed discussions around the camp and thoughtful conversations about life.BYO Tent or caravan. Cabins available at an extra cost.More Info: Gerard Abdoo 0411 851 748

ESA Young Adult Waterski Camp – Boundary BendDate: Friday February 22nd – Sunday February 24th, 2019Location: Boundary Bend

Details: You’re invited for a great weekend of waterskiing, biscuits and wakeboards. There’s plenty to get yourself involved with, come along, make some new friends and be encouraged in your faith journey.More Info: Geoff Pearse 0409 389346

NOVEMBER JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH APRILUPCOMING ESA CAMPS

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

NOVEMBER

JANUARY

ESA Camping is the camping ministry of ESA Country Ministries. Our aim is to Equip, Serve and Assist country churches in their outreach and discipleship.

About Camp ApplicationsAll camp applications are done through our online application process. Paper applications can be requested through the office if required.

How to ApplyCheck out opening and closing dates for applications and apply online at www.esa.org.au If paper applications are required, please telephone ESA office on (03) 9837 5225.

To be fair to all, our policies are:

1. Full fees to be paid prior to camp closing date.

2. Your camp fee includes a non-refundable $30 Administration charge.

3. Assist us by applying early: some camps fill well before the closing date!

4. No phone bookings accepted.5. If paying by cheque / money order,

make out to ESA and mail to ESA, prior to closing date of camp. (No cash in mail please).

6. Transport to and from camp is your responsibility.

7. Confirmation of your application and further information will be available approximately 10 days prior to camp.

ESA Grab A Dad CampDate: Friday 8th March – Monday 11th, 2019 (Labour Day Weekend)Cost: $210 for the first 2, then $80 per extra family member.

Details: “Grab a Dad” camp is designed for Dads and their kids of all ages. Sons and daughters are encouraged to grab their dads so they can spend quality time reconnecting and building memories that will last a lifetime. The program has been designed to incorporate activities that dads and their kids can do together, canoeing, caving, games, bush skills and some interesting life based Bible talks. More Info: Howard Hinson 0409 258 042

Gippsland Junior Camp (Year 4 – 6)Date: 14th - 17th AprilLocation: Glengarry, Gippsland

Details: Come along and explore with us at Gleneden which is just out of Glengarry around 20mins from Traralgon. With lots of fun activities come and spend time with friends, make new friends and learn more about the greatest friend - Jesus.

ESA Dirt Bike Camp AlexandraDate: Friday 26th April – Sunday 28th, 2019Cost: $110 per personLocation: Geldart Property, Alexandra

Details: Tune up your dirt bikes and bring your mates for an awesome time with like-minded people. Great food provided along with some helpful bible teaching and interesting conversations. Bikes need to be REC registered and riders hold a motor bike licences.More Info: Howard Hinson 0409 258 042

Young Adults Rock Climbing Camp 16 NovMountain Bike Day Ride 17 NovSummer Junior Phillip Island 2 JanSummer Teen Camp Phillip Island 2 JanCape Bridgewater Summer Camp 6 JanGippsland Summer Coast Camp 7 JanTeen Canoeing Camp Boundary Bend 8 JanGippsland Family Boating Camp 22 FebYoung Adult Waterski Camp 22 FebGrab a Dad Camp 8 MarchGippsland Junior Camp 14 April Dirt Bike Camp 26 April

ESA Staff

David Molyneux Gerard Abdoo

Howard HinsonPeter Geldart

Geoff PearseDave Maxwell

Nick Buscombe Scott Ronalds

Ruth Parfett

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CAMP REPORT HALLS GAP YOUTH CAMP SEPTEMBER 2018Whaaaaaaaaaaat’s up ESA Halls Gap 2018?! Bahhhhooooooop!

This was the cry across the dinner tables as announcements commenced.

Halls Gap 2018 was a fantastic week away with 75 eager bodies filling the campsite. The scene was set for an awesome week as 47 campers arrived at Halls Gap early on the Monday morning. The leaders were ready to go with some old school get-to-know-you games and camp had finally started.

The studies this week were delivered to us by Terrence Morse and Sam Dempsey. They had obviously done a huge amount of preparation work because their studies were insightful and challenging while asking the question “How’s your Heart?”. It was such a blessing to have Terrence and Sam be available leaders as well as present the studies.

Favourite activities such as the Pinnacle hike, Choice Day and Hunt the Leader were some highlights for the week. One memorable moment

was as one our last campers crossed the “finish line” at the top of the Pinnacle, the rest of the campers erupted into thunderous applause in congratulating them! A special (typical) ESA moment!

The food at Halls Gap is always a highlight. Vern had prepared everything to perfection and thanks to Jo and the Mackas, it was a great team to help fill the camper’s tummies! There was plenty of “Jo” laughs with Macka’s jokes all week too!

Thank you so much catering team!

With incredible God moments in worship and studies, awesome friends around, amazing and available leaders and two very equipped, motivated and gifted co-directors in Michael and Jack, Halls Gap 2018 was one of the best so far! We give all our glory to God for allowing such an event to happen.

Bring on 2019!

David LittlejohnDavid was a Christian man who was involved in the Marysville campsite volunteering his time and skills as an electrician and plaster sheeter. David helped in the construction of the ‘Forest Retreat’ accommodation building. David passed away from asbestos related illness and his funeral service was in Ocean Grove 30/8/18 and was well attended by past and current ESA staff and

volunteers. David Littlejohn was the father of Adam who worked at ESA’s campsite in Marysville for many years until Feb 2009 fires. ESA would like to acknowledge David, his service to ESA and God’s kingdom and send its condolences to Adam, David’s wife Jenny and to the rest of the Littlejohn family. Peter Geldart

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