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Jokingly referred to as the ‘Baptist Olympics,’ the Baptist World Congress is a truly unique event. Held every four years, it gathers Baptists from every corner of the world to celebrate, worship, and share in what God is doing around the world.

This year, Australian Baptist Ministries and Queensland Baptists have the incredible honour of hosting our international guests in Brisbane. While the event is being held in Queensland, it’s an opportunity for all Australian Baptists to come together in support of our global Baptist family.

Congress is a time to hear powerful testimonies from our Baptist counterparts worldwide—stories of faith, perseverance, and God’s work in diverse contexts.

Beyond the main sessions, which feature worship and stories from around the world, the Congress prioritises individual connection. Small groups will gather in multiple languages to discuss session content, fostering relationships with people whose life experiences may be vastly different from our own.

Each afternoon presents a difficult choice for delegates—whether to visit the Global Stage and enjoy the creative expressions of musicians, dancers, and soloists, or attend the preaching symposium, seminars, or affinity groups that delve into key ministry topics.

That being said, the program also allows plenty of time for organic connections. As a previous delegate shared: “Many of your most lasting memories will not be what you observe but the encounters you will have as you connect with your Baptist family from around the world—in the coffee line, sharing meals, and engaging in small group discussions.”

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a historic gathering. Baptist Churches SA & NT have made space in our annual calendar to encourage churches, leaders, and pastors to attend. Many from our team will be there—will you?

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