Worship
Kids & Youth
Breakouts
Community
Bible Talks
Worship
Kids & Youth
Breakouts
Community
Bible Talks
May our hearts
Burn
“Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?”
– Luke 24:32
The Word of God changes us, transforming our hearts, minds and actions as we become more like Jesus. Join us from July 9-11 at 400 City Rd, Southbank for the City on a Hill Conference. Come ready to be transformed by God’s Word and leave with hearts burning for Jesus and His mission.
RegisterWhat to
Expect
The City on a Hill Conference is a three-day gathering where our churches unite in Christ around the theme “Burning Hearts,” seeking what it means to follow Jesus with faithfulness, prayerful dependence, and a bold commitment to share the gospel with our neighbours, cities, and the nations.
Join us for three days of Bible teaching, prayer, worship, and community for all ages. Kids and youth will have their own engaging program across the conference, including a special concert with Australia’s much-loved children’s performer, Colin Buchanan.
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Main Session
Speakers

Guy Mason
City on a Hill

Dustan Bell

Dave Jensen

Andrew Grills
City on a Hill Geelong

Ben Hewitt
City on a Hill Ballarat

Steph Judd

Joel Deacon
City on a Hill Wollongong
Breakout
Sessions
Creativity in the Bible
City on a Hill Creative Team
Creativity in the Bible
Creative Team (Dave May, Rory McKenna, Dom Macaluso, Zac Hodgkinson, Jacci Grace, and Tracey Fong).
Creativity and the arts shape how people see beauty, truth, and meaning. This breakout is for creatives—designers, filmmakers, musicians, artists, and content creators. The Bible is rich with creativity and colour. Join us as we uncover our calling and explore what it looks like to live it out in our creative fields.
Don’t Skip Leviticus Day!
Andy Judd
Don’t Skip Leviticus Day
Andy Judd
If your Bible reading plan dies somewhere between Leviticus and Numbers… then this is for you. We’ll share 10 simple, practical tips to move from confusion to connection. Discover how the lists and genealogies show God’s incredible mercy, and start encountering God in the 75% of God’s Word we call the Old Testament.
How to Actually Share the Gospel
Pat Donohoe, Grant van der Merwe and Louisa Janssen
How to Actually Share the Gospel
Pat Donohoe, Grant Van der Merwe & Louisa Jannsen
Most Christians believe sharing Jesus matters…but let’s be honest, it’s hard. It feels awkward, risky, and intimidating. In this workshop, we name the real barriers and explore why evangelism feels so difficult today. You learn a simple, practical framework to grow in clarity, courage, and confidence, taking faithful, everyday steps without pressure or perfection.
Attention, Focus, Overwhelm: Helping Every Mind Engage the Bible
Jane Hickey
Attention, Focus, Overwhelm: Helping Every Mind Engage the Bible (Kids are welcome!)
Jane Hickey
Whether you’re neurodivergent, supporting someone who is, or a parent wanting to help your child engage with Scripture, this workshop offers practical, neuroaffirming ways to approach the Bible. Together we’ll explore how every mind can participate more fully and encounter God’s Word with confidence, curiosity, and hope. Parents are welcome to bring kids to this workshop.
Public Bible Reading with Passion
Simon Camilleri
Public Bible Reading With Passion
Simon Camilleri
Public Bible reading is a vital ministry in the body of Christ! Whether in services, small groups, or at home, Scripture can have such an impact when read well. Bringing 25 years of passion and experience, Simon’s workshop will help you read God’s word with clarity, comprehension, conviction, and confidence.
How to Fuel Your Prayer Life
Alice Arnott & Nicky Chiswell
How to Fuel Your Prayer Life
Alice Arnott & Nicky Chiswell
Prayer matters – but many of us feel stuck, distracted, or unsure where to begin. Whether you’re new to faith or decades in and finding prayer a struggle, this workshop will help you reconnect with God through simple, practical rhythms and Scripture-shaped prayer that brings fresh life and consistency to your everyday walk with Jesus.
A Biblical Look at Singleness
Britt Cicognani
A Biblical Look at Singleness
Britt Cicognani
What does the Bible actually say about singleness? Is it a gift, a season to endure, or something more? This breakout will look at the purpose of singleness, the place of single people in the church, and how we can build church community that values, understands, and loves one another well.
Jesus at work: Mission & Mercy Panel
Bible Society, Compassion and Many Rooms
Jesus at work: Mission & Mercy Panel
Bible Society, Compassion and Many Rooms
Join leaders from Bible Society Australia, Compassion Australia, Many Rooms, and City on a Hill as they share grounded, real‑world stories of mercy and mission working together. Discover why sharing Jesus is the deepest act of compassion and gain simple, practical ways to step into everyday mission with confidence and courage. Come ready to be encouraged and equipped.
Three Ways of Reading the Bible For Everyday Missionaries
Wei-Han Kuan (CMS)
Three Ways of Reading the Bible For Everyday Missionaries
Wei-Han Kuan (CMS)
Discover three life‑giving ways to engage Scripture which deepen discipleship and widen our vision for mission. This workshop explores devotional, ministry‑shaped, and thoughtful study rhythms which help us to pray, serve, and participate more fully in God’s mission to the nations.
AI Designed for Biblical and Theological Studies
Scott Lindsey (Logos)
AI Designed for Biblical and Theological Studies
Scott Lindsey (Logos)
Witness the power of the NEW Logos AI Study Assistant and Factbook. Ask any biblical, theological, or apologetic question and Study Assistant finds the answers from real scholarship and books – all cited, with NO hallucinations. Even on Mobile! Your study and prep are anchored in the Bible and trusted resources – with links to go even further. Factbook applies the exegetical, cultural, historical, and contextual lens to any passage or topic you’re studying. Deep, orthodox insight in seconds! These are the BEST tools Logos has ever developed in 34 years! *** Attendees of City on a Hill Conference will get a special 60-day trial of the NEW Logos and $375 gift.
Digital Discipleship
Dave Adamson (YouVersion)
Digital Discipleship
Dave Adamson (YouVersion)
What if your greatest discipleship moment isn’t on Sunday—but when someone pulls out their phone mid-week? This workshop will help you rethink how people are forming spiritually today and give you simple, practical ways to extend your church’s influence through YouVersion.
Colin Buchanan Concert
Colin Buchanan Concert
Get ready for a fun-filled Colin Buchanan concert packed with songs, laughs, and plenty of energy for kids and families. Parents & caregivers will be responsible for supervising their children.
Get Yourself
Prepared
1. Register Now
Standard rate now available
2. Save The Date
July 9-11 – Conference continues Sunday in your local City on a Hill church
3. Encounter Jesus
Thursday
- 5.30pm – Registrations Open
- 7pm – Session 1
- 9pm – Day 1 Ends
Friday
- 8am – Registration/Doors Open
- 9am – Session 2
- 10.30am – Morning Tea
- 11am – Session 3
- 12.30pm – Lunch Break
- 2.30pm – Breakouts #1 (Colin Concert)
- 3.30pm – Break
- 4pm – Breakouts #2
- 5pm – Dinner Break
- 7pm – Session 4
- 9pm – Day 2 Ends
Saturday
- 8am – Registration/Doors Open
- 9am – Session 5
- 10.30am – Morning Tea
- 11am – Session 6
- 12pm – Lunch Break
- 1.30pm – Session 7
- 2.30pm – Day 3 Ends
- Conference continues Sunday in your local City on a Hill church
Whole Conference
$199
- Adult $199
- Student $119
- Child/Youth $30
- Creche Free
Day/ Night/ Digital Passes
$50
- Night $50
- Day $99
- Digital $50
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