Acts 29 Australia and New Zealand Conference 2026

J.I Packer once exhorted his students, “Do not neglect the revival dimension of your ministry.” At our 2026 Network Conference, we will be exploring the theme of ‘Renewal.’ What does it look like when God causes the normal ministry rhythms of gospel-faithfulness, to surge forward with divine power? What does renewal look like in Scripture, in history, in society, in the church, in the home, and in us personally, when God’s people turn to him and he infuses them with spiritual life? We’d love to have you join us next year on the Gold Coast — February 12th-14th — as we ask God to renew, reform, and revive His Church in our part of the world.

We will be joined by church planters, pastors, leaders, and believers from across the Australia and New Zealand.

SPEAKERS
Ray & Jani Ortlund - What Ray and Jani Ortlund care about most is more and more people renewed within by the gospel of Jesus. Only the gospel helps sinners and sufferers. And it does, by the power of God. Nothing can resist the freeing power of Jesus. Ray serves on the Council of The Gospel Coalition and blogs at the Coalition website. Jani speaks to women’s groups around the world. Both are published authors. Ray is a graduate of Wheaton College, Dallas Theological Seminary, the University of California at Berkeley, and the University of Aberdeen, Scotland. Jani is a graduate of Wheaton College and National Louis University.
Together Ray and Jani have served in gospel ministry for over 40 years. They have four outstanding children and fifteen fabulous grandchildren. Ray loves to hunt. Jani loves to garden. They love each other most of all!

Brian Howard - Brian is the President of Acts 29, a nonprofit that spans over 50 countries and 30 different languages. Brian has 30 years of proven leadership experience as a leadership coach, non-profit executive, lead pastor, and business owner. Brian has successfully started several businesses and non-profit corporations that include Context Coaching, Context Staffing, and Pastor Guide. Brian is working toward a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership, holds a Master’s degree from Biola University, has been married for 26 years, and has four children.

Adam Ramsey - Adam Ramsey leads Liberti Church on the Gold Coast, Australia and also serves as the director for Acts 29 Asia Pacific. The author of several books, including 'Truth on Fire' and ‘Faithfully Present', his favourite parts of life include being married to Kristina, making memories with their five kids, and preaching good news. Adam holds two masters degrees in theology and leadership, and is presently a PhD candidate at Queensland Theological College. He is quite serious about joy and an avid practitioner of laughter.

Zuriel Bernardino - Zuriel is happily married to Hannah and serves as lead pastor of Heroes Church, Manila. He serves as the region director for Acts 29 Asia Pacific as well as the network leader for CTC-AP. Zuriel is passionate about recruiting and coaching church planters.

SCHEDULE
Day 1- Thursday 12 Feb
5:30pm - Registration opens
6:30pm - Doors open
7pm - Session #1
9pm - Close conference day 1

Day 2 - Friday 13 Feb
8:30am - Doors open
9:00am - Session #2
10:45am - Session #3
11.45am - Session #4
12.30pm - Lunch Break
2pm - Session # 5
3:30pm - Afternoon Break
6:30pm - Doors open
7pm - Session #6
9pm - Close of conference day 2

Day 3 - Saturday 14 Feb
9am - Session #7
10:15am - Break
10:30am - Session #8
12pm - Conference Finish