Keynote Speakers
I often go by Andy. I teach classes on a theology of ministry, youth ministry, and culture at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. At Luther I’m the Olson Baalson Professor of Youth and Family Ministry and have been thinking and writing on issues surrounding the intersection of faith and our secular age. I’ve written a number of books and have given lectures and presentations across the country and globe both to church groups, universities/colleges, youth workers, and academic communities. I live in St. Paul, my wife Kara is a Presbyterian minister and we have two kids and a dog. When I’m not teaching and writing I watch a ton of TV.
Fa Matangi is my name. I am a second generation Tongan Aussie who loves chocolate, pink, speaks broken Tongan and is a proud supporter of anything QLD (unless they lose then I just wave my flag quietly). I am currently the second minister at Auburn Parish. I have been tasked with overseeing the intergen and multicultural mission of Auburn Parish and within the community. I am also a first time mum to a fiesty strong 1 year old girl. My biggest flex is being able to identify and sit within different generations and cultures. My greatest challenge is working within those spaces of generation and culture. I am not altogether, I have broken pieces here and there but I am grateful that God calls us all just as we are; whole, broken, but precious!
Born and raised in Boston, I’ve been blessed to spend the past two decades in Sydney serving with the Uniting Church, first with the West Epping Uniting Church and, since 2012, as Senior Minister of Wesley Mission.
It’s clear to me that God is up to something here, and I’ve chosen to make Australia home because I don’t want to miss out on the new extraordinary thing that God is stirring in and through the Uniting Church movement.
I’m Robyn. I love dogs, baking, yoga, and Jesus. Ministry has taken me from Wangaratta, to Chicago, New York, and Melbourne. These days I teach New Testament at Pilgrim Theological College and lead The Wesley Centre for Theology, Ethics, and Public Policy in Melbourne. I write books about the Bible and talk about religion and politics on social media. I am passionate about the way we interpret the Bible ethically and how we use it in the public square. I live with my husband (an Anglican priest) and two golden retrievers.
Streams
Grow
Grow
The Gospel calls us to something deeper: transformation.
The Grow stream invites you to deepen your faith, be equipped for leadership, and flourish in your calling. Grounded in our commitment to lifelong discipleship and shared ministry, this stream explores how we learn, lead, and grow in a changing world. Together, we’ll develop practical skills, deepen spiritual wisdom, and be encouraged to step forward with courage, humility, and hope.
Connect
Connect
Open yourself to a courageous reimagining of belonging.
The Connect stream creates space for relationships, belonging, and shared stories. With the vision of a diverse and inclusive community, this stream explores how we build meaningful connections with one another and engage faithfully with the world around us. Through listening and conversation, we’ll strengthen our sense of unity and discover what it means to truly belong.
Advocate
Advocate
Empowering you to engage faith with action.
The Advocate stream champions our call to care for creation and pursue justice, by exploring practical ways to advocate, live sustainably, and stand with vulnerable communities. Together, we’ll imagine hopeful, courageous responses to a changing world.
Create
Create
To echo the expansive imagination of the Creator God.
The Create stream invites participants into imagination, reflection, and spiritual artistry. Experience a rich and evolving life of worship as this stream explores how creativity can shape our encounter with God and one another. Through storytelling, music, art, and embodied practices, we’ll make space to express our voice, discern vision, and participate in the creative movement of God in the world.
Innovate
Innovate
Shaping what is new, revitalising what is foundational.
The Innovate stream empowers participants to explore new ways of being the Church in the world. Inspired by our call to be a pilgrim people, always reforming, always responding, this stream invites participants to take faithful risks, embrace change, and imagine fresh expressions of mission. Together, we’ll explore how to pioneer, plant, and revitalise communities of faith with creativity, courage, and trust in the Spirit’s leading.
Join us across generations and cultures as we gather as ONE; to worship, learn and be sent.
Stay in the loopFAQ's
ONE is an invitation to gather as people shaped by God’s reconciling love and to celebrate that we are indeed ONE in Christ. We are diverse in culture and calling, yet we gather because our unity, rooted in justice, covenant, compassion, and reconciliation, is our greatest witness in a broken world.
Through worship, storytelling, conversation, and theological reflection, we will explore what it means to live as ONE body and to live out our common witness to the Gospel, walking in faith that Christ’s prayer for unity is transforming our communities today.
We welcome people from all walks of life and all journeys of faith to join us as we gather as ONE under the name of Christ.
ONE is being held at Wesley Conference Centre in Sydney. The address is 220 Pitt St, Sydney.
Yes! Wesley Conference Centre is fully accessible. We welcome you to join us.
ONE has been designed specifcally to connect us with one another as an in-person experience. We would love to see you there!
There is plentiful accommodation options available within short walking distance to the event venue. Here are a few suggestions that are within a 5 to 10 minute walk, but we encourage you to do your own research and find an option that suits your budget and needs best.
Castlereagh Boutique Hotel - 169 Castlereagh St - 4 star
https://www.thecastlereagh.com.au/
Park Regis City Centre - 27 Park St - 3.5 star
https://www.parkregiscitycentre.com.au/
Sydney Hotel QVB - 143 York St - 3.5 star
https://yehshotel.com.au/sydneyqvb/
Swissotel Sydney - 68 Market St - 5 star
https://swissotelsydney.com.au/
QT Sydney - 49 Market St - 5 star
https://www.qthotels.com/sydney-cbd/
Hilton Sydney - 488 George St - 5 star
https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sydhitw-hilton-sydney/
Please note that the Synod does not have any affiliation with the above hotels, and are recommended based on proximity to the venue only. We encourage you to do you our research and book something that suits your needs.
Registrations will open soon. Sign up to our mailing list to be notified of when registrations open.
All registrations will be via our secure online form.
Wesley Conference Centre is centrally located in Sydney CBD at 220 Pitt Street, Sydney.
We recommend catching public transport. The Wesley Conference Centre is just a short walk from Town Hall Train Station, Gadigal Metro Station, the QVB Light Rail stop and multiple bus stops on Park St, near the QVB and Elizabeth St.
We accept both debit and credit Visa and MasterCard as payment via our secure payment portal.
Cancellations must be notified in writing to events@nswact.uca.org.au
Cancellations up to and including 30 September 2026 will receive a full refund.
For cancellations on or after 1 October 2026 there will be no refund.
Yes. Please contact our team at events@nswact.uca.org.au and we would be happy to assist.
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Wild ONE is a program for kids in years K-6 at school and runs during the Saturday program of ONE. In the morning, deep in the jungle, kids will learn how God is our Creator, Provider, Protector, Saviour and King through singing, dancing, craft, games and learning about Jesus. In the afternoon, they will have fun on the jumping castle, playing board games and “Jungle Party” on game consoles, as well as watching a movie. Morning and afternoon tea will be provided, although you will need to collect and supervise your kids during the lunch break. There will be a small fee to help us faciliate this program.
All children must be pre-registered to attend Wild ONE.
Teens are very welcome to join us at ONE for the main program! Our streams - Grow, Connect, Create, Innovate and Advocate - are open to all ages and explore a wide range of topics that offer something for everyone.
Please note, anyone in attendance aged under 18 will need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
The streams at One - Grow, Connect, Create, Innovate and Advocate - are five focus areas to which our speakers and sessions will be based. You are invited to choose what stream is most relevant or interesting to you each day. Within these streams, our sessions will explore a wide range of topics that offer something for everyone.
You can reach the team at events@nswact.uca.org.au
Your registration will include access to the day(s) you have registered for including keynote speakers, stream sessions, and morning/afternoon tea.
There is no free parking onsite. There is plentiful paid parking option available within the CBD. We recommend car pooling with friends to reduce cost, or utilising public transport.