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Dear Shine friends,

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” — Matthew 5:6

We all know what it is to be hungry for something more. To know that what we have experienced of God is good, but still want to know Him more deeply.

Jesus tells us that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled.

That’s what we want Shine 2027 to be about — Hunger.

For 24 hours, we are setting aside the distractions and making space to seek God together. We’ll worship, open His Word, pray, make room for the Holy Spirit and simply spend time in His presence.

We don’t want to come just because we love a great conference. We don’t want to come looking for another moment or experience. We want to come because we are hungry for Jesus.

Psalm 42 says: As the deer pants for water, so I long for you, O God. I thirst for God, the living God. Where can I find him to come and stand before him?

This is not a cute Bambi image lapping at a stream but a desperation to encounter God.

Our prayer is that we would arrive expectant and open, ready for whatever God wants to do in us.

Come hungry.

Jesus promises that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled.

Love

In 2023, a prophetic word was declared at Shine Conference.

One was for the conference, and one was for me. It was that Shine Conference was actually in its infancy (which after 12 years at the time was unexpected), and the other was that there were more mountains to be climbed (having just been through one of the hardest years of my life, that was also unexpected). The truth is that in this adventurous faith life, there are always more mountains to be climbed, more ground to be gained, more weight to be thrown off, new heights to ascend.

The Word declares in Psalm 84 that blessed are those whose hearts are set on pilgrimage. They go from strength to strength, from glory to glory. The Shine journey is one of upward glory. We rest in Him, even as we press into all He wants to do in us and through us.

We would love you to be at ASCEND, 2026.

Jenny Gilpin

We are thrilled to have Jenny Gilpin joining us again this year. She spoke powerfully into the lives of the women who attended Shine -Bloom last year and we know that she is going to bring another powerful and prophetic message.

She is a prophetic gift to the church and, with her husband, led a significant church based in the United Kingdom for 29 years. She itinerates with a mission to deliver women from their past with the power of heaven!

Born into this world under terrible circumstances, Jen has always been chased by rejection and loneliness. With an overcoming spirit, she not only rose above it, but created a ministry for women with life controlling issues that led to a ministry for the recovery of thousands of human slavery survivors in the UK. With 14 safe houses across the British Isles as well as programs in Scotland, Holland and Ghana, this ministry changed forever the lives of many.

When Jen speaks, it can only be described as mesmerising. Her clarity, dignity and authenticity against the backdrop of her unique history creates a place where the presence of God not only dwells but proceeds to break open hearts that have bern wanting to be opened for years.

Her prophetic gift mixed with word of knowledge is both sharp and tender.

She looks forward to being with you all once again.

Thalia Colys

Thalia Colys is the Youth Pastor at Horizon Church, leading a vibrant, multi-location Youth Ministry. A dynamic and gifted communicator, her Spirit-led preaching is rich in scripture and carries a prophetic edge that stirs hearts, shifts atmospheres and draws people closer to God. Through powerful storytelling, she unlocks truths that empower people to walk in freedom - you're sure to leave equipped and encouraged.

Location

NEW

Tamworth War Memorial Town Hall

Fitzroy St, Tamworth

parking

Parking around the Town Hall is now 1hr metered until 6pm Friday and from 8:30 -12:30 Saturday. There is paid parking available at either Centerpoint or Tamworth Square or Free Parking within a walkable distance at either the Wither Street Carpark, Ray Walsh Carpark as well as others. Please check the Tamworth council website for more information.

TRC Parking Information

Program

Friday 28th August

6:15pm Registrations open
6:30pm Foyer Doors Open
6:45pm Auditorium Doors Open
7:00pm Session 1 Starts
8:30pm Session 1 Finishes

Saturday 29th August

8:30am Foyer Doors Open
8:45am Auditorium Doors Open
9:00am Session 2 Starts
10:15am Session 2 Ends, Morning Tea Break 11:00am Session 3 Starts
12:15pm Session 3 Ends, Lunch Break
1:15pm Auditorium Doors Open
1:30pm Session 4, SELAH starts
3:00pm Session 4 ends, Close of Shine

SHINE KIDS

At Shine Kids your child will encounter a fun, safe environment while being cared for by nurturing, experienced leaders.

Kids will have the opportunity to discover that God loves them and wants to speak to them about the amazing plans He has for them. The program includes praise and worship, games and learning from the Bible.

Shine Kids sessions run in conjunction with all conference sessions. Shine Kids is available for children aged 3 years (and toilet trained) to 12 years old.

Registrations must be completed by Sunday 22 August 2027 as places are limited.

TICKETS

Tickets include full access to Shine, Morning Tea, Sweet treats, gifts and more. Once you purchase your ticket, be sure to save the confirmation email so we can scan you in at the front door for entry.

Please note, there are no 1 day tickets available due to limited spaces available for the conference.

ADULT PRICES

Full Conference

$75.00

KIDS PRICES

Full Conference

$50.00

If you need accommodation during Shine there are a lot of great hotels in Tamworth.

Edward Parry Hotel has discounted rates for Shine Conference Attendees, you can contact us for more information on the discounted rates, or book directly with them by calling them on 02 67659075.