Nelson Mandela famously said, “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Many agree that education is important. It’s common knowledge! But is education really the great hope for the world? Is education God’s answer to world poverty?

Join us for a stimulating day as we examine the place of education in bringing transformation, and the part Christianity has to play. Together we will consider:

Why have Christian missions traditionally built schools and should Australian Christians keep investing in this?
How does education bring life to the poor and where does gospel ministry fit into the picture?
Why is unlocking people’s access to the written world important for the church?

We will welcome keynote speaker Bishop Mwita Akiri from Tanzania who has seen the impact of quality Christian education first-hand and is passionate about giving this opportunity to young people in his Diocese. Rev Dr Colin Reed will speak about the long-term effect of Christian schools in East Africa, and Zeeshan LaalDin will share on the transformative power of Christian education in Pakistan.

Drawing from the Bible, mission history, academic research, and lived experience, this event will challenge you to consider afresh how God is working through Christian education in some of the world’s poorest nations and why we, in Australia, should be part of it.

DETAILS

Anglican Aid presents: COMMON KNOWLEDGE - Is education God's answer to world poverty?
Date: Saturday 31 August 2024
Time: 9.00am - 3.00pm
Location: Moore Theological College - 1 King St, Newtown

EARLYBIRD REGISTRATION: $30 (prior to 31 July 2024)
General Registration: $45
Groups of 5 - $150 (eg $30 each)
Students - $20

Registration includes Morning Tea, Lunch, and access to all event sessions.