Getaway Parents Retreat

Join us at the Getaway this coming January.
Your children will have a great morning of activities and adventure with the Summerfest children's program while you sit down, and relax and enjoy coffee, fresh food and informative talks

This year the Getaway will host a number of professionals and experts talking on a range of parenting, family, health issues and real-life stories.

Monday

Family and Fishing - Do they go together?
Steve Read: Fishing expert -
Tips for fun fishing, good spots, delicious recipes and
hints when taking the kids.

Real life story - From War to Peace
Captain Dave Jensen -
Dave talks about life as son of an Archbishop, an army officer
serving in East Timor and a new beginning.

Tuesday

Product Consumes Child
Mark Hadley: Media Expert -
Popular media expert discusses how film & TV productions
have become vehicles for advertising to
children and how parents can respond.

Important Life Issues: Is Religion A Private Affair?
Dr Greg Clarke: Writer, univeristy lecturer and popular speaker -
Some say that "Sex, politics and religion" are taboo.
Should our views on religion really stay private?

Wednesday

Teenagers and Alcohol - a Guide for Parents
Dr Phil Godden: General Practitioner -
Dr Godden highlights problems associated with teenage drinking
and offers advice for parents on handling this issue.

Real Life Story - From Gothic to God
Natalie Ray -
Natalie's journey from grief, anger and witchcraft to being
a contented mum is both compelling and inspiring.
Not to be missed.

Thursday

When Parents and Children Conflict
Dr Kim Oates -
Always fighting witht the kids? Dr Oates gives tips for improving harmony at home.

Important Life Issues - Make me Happy? Will Christianity do it?
Tim Baldwin: Associate Pastor EV
Many turn to religion for happiness. Will Christianity make you happy?

Friday

Real Life Story - Singing in the Rain
Kim Cannan - Musician
A proficient guitarist, Kim's been performing and writing music for many years,
with great reviews. She has an extraordinarily gripping life story

Important Life Issues - Can Christianity Win Over Worry?
Dr Dave Lienert - Psychiatrist
What can we do when we can't stop worrying? Can Christianity help?

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Listen to the talks from the 2011 Getaway Parents Retreat