This Pastoral Care Intensive provides pastors and leaders with training in both biblical and contemporary pastoral care. Across two days, participants will engage with topics such as the Holy Spirit and pastoral care, responding to crisis, trauma and loss, relationship building, conflict resolution, and ethical referral processes. The intensive is designed to be practical, reflective, and immediately applicable in local church contexts.
Guest Speakers:
Nikki Nucifora (Psychologist & Pastor)
Dr John Warlow (Psychiatrist)
Dr Steve Beaumont (Counsellor)
Christian GP
Details:
Wednesday 25 & Thursday 26 February
8:45am to 5pm AEST
Cost: Free
A1, Christian Heritage College | 322 Wecker Rd, Carindale
There is a live-stream option for those that can't attend on-campus
Our "Leadership for Life & Ministry" is an intensive designed specifically for people who aspire to lead with confidence. This comprehensive course delves into the essential aspects of effective leadership, grounded in biblical principles. You will explore the foundational concepts of ministry leadership and its supernatural basis.
You will discover the significance of relational leadership, understanding that leadership is ultimately about serving others. The intensive focuses on developing the character and qualities of a Christian leader, while also guiding you to identify your unique leadership styles. Practical skills like self-leadership, personal management, and decision-making will be honed.
You will also gain insights into vision casting, team-building, resource management, and navigating change and transition. By the end of the course, you will be equipped with the tools and knowledge to lead with confidence in various ministry contexts.
The 2-day intensive also includes an Encounter Night at 7pm and extra sessions from experienced apostolic leaders with a focus on impartation.
Your options to attend:
Option #1 - As our guest for free (on campus attendance only)
Option #2 - As a paid audit student ($650: You can attend in-person or online and you'll have access to online learning platform with materials & recordings)
Option #3 - As an enrolled student, using this Intensive to get a head-start on your first unit in a CHC Course (more details below)
Our “Holy Spirit in Ministry” intensive is specifically tailored for pastors and leaders seeking to deepen their understanding and experience of the Holy Spirit's role in ministry. This transformative course explores the person, nature, and diverse roles of the Holy Spirit within the Trinity. You will trace the presence and work of the Holy Spirit throughout biblical history, examining Old Testament perspectives, the ministry of Jesus and the early Church, as well as the Spirit's influence in the history of the Church and renewal movements.
Contemporary understandings of the Holy Spirit in ministry will be explored, including topics such as baptism in the Spirit, hearing from God, the empowering of leadership, spiritual authority, and the manifestation of spiritual gifts.
You will discover how to minister in partnership with the Holy Spirit, walking in power, faith, and the fruit of the Spirit. By the end of this course, pastors and leaders will be equipped to effectively and authentically minister with the Holy Spirit in their current context.
The 2-day intensive also includes an Encounter Night at 7pm and extra sessions from experienced apostolic leaders with a focus on impartation.
Your options to attend:
Option #1 - As our guest for free (on campus attendance only)
Option #2 - As a paid audit student ($650: You can attend in-person or online and you'll have access to online learning platform with materials & recordings)
Tim Hall is one of Australia’s leading evangelists. Together with his wife Jacque, they have ministered extensively throughout the world. Their forthright and anointed preaching, coupled with a great manifestation of the power of God has seen over 1 million saved, thousands healed, drastically changed, baptised in the Holy Spirit and filled with a fresh touch of revival power.
Join us for a night of encounter | Tuesday 25th July | 7pm | CHC
Who is this intensive for?
This intensive is designed for pastors, ministry leaders, and key volunteers who are involved in caring for people within the life of the church.
Whether you regularly walk with people through crisis, grief, conflict, or complex life situations, or you simply want to strengthen your confidence in pastoral conversations, this training is for you.
It’s especially helpful for those who:
- Lead teams or oversee pastoral care
- Have regular one-on-one conversations with church members
- Want greater clarity around referral processes and ethical considerations
- Desire practical tools for navigating real pastoral moments
This intensive is about equipping leaders to respond with wisdom, compassion, and confidence when real pastoral needs arise.
What do the days look like?
Across two focused days, we’ll combine biblical foundations, practical teaching, and clinical insight to help you navigate real pastoral situations with wisdom and confidence.
Each day runs from 8:45am – 5pm AEST and includes a mix of:
- Spirit-led teaching and biblical reflection
- Practical frameworks for pastoral care
- Input from experienced practitioners and clinical specialists
- Real-life case examples
- Space for questions and discussion
- Connection with other pastors and leaders
Daily Flow
8:30am Coffee and Gather
8:45am Encounter Time
9am Course Teaching
10:20am Morning Tea (catered)
10:45am Course Teaching
12:30pm Lunch
1:25pm Course Teaching
5:00pm Day 1 closes
*Times subject to change