Church Camp has been a highlight on our calendar for 2026; a weekend away to rest, connect, and grow together. But we're nonetheless decided to change things up a little. Instead of heading away, we're keen to bring everyone together right here at Nayland Chapel for a Church Conference, kicking off on Saturday 10 October, with a combined service on Sunday 11 October to close things out together as one church family.
The Saturday will be packed with everything that makes these gatherings special:
It all begins at 9.30am and runs late into the evening full of worship, learning, good food, and being together as a church community.
We're thrilled to welcome Rev. Dr. Carl Tinnion as our guest speaker for the day. Originally from England, Carl spent 26 years serving with YWAM across Europe before settling in New Zealand, where he now serves in a local church in Te Puke and is on staff with NZCMS.
Carl's journey has taken him through some unexpected places: he's worked as a chef feeding the homeless, as an artist, and as a Christian storyteller with a theatre company in England. These days, you'll also find him hosting a YouTube channel and podcast. He's married to Melanie, and together they have three adult children.
Carl is passionate about helping ordinary people discover extraordinary ways to get involved in God's mission for the world and we can't wait for him to share that passion with us.
We'd love for our whole church family to be part of this day — come along for worship, learning, and connection as we step into this new season together.
