MAC Weekend Away 2022

Jesus taught his disciples in community. Church is like a weekly family meal—if you miss it you stop connecting properly.

The Weekend Away is more like a family holiday, an opportunity to build memories, grow in God’s word and invest in relationships. Weekends away are also fast tracks for people who are brand new at church to feel like they belong. This is true for adults, and perhaps even more so for kids.

Dates:
Friday 28th – Sunday 30th October 2022

Location:
Youthworks Port Hacking Conference Centres,
168 Rathane Rd,
Royal National Park

View site map

Tickets:

Full time Saturday Sunday
Adults $180 $80 $55
High School $95 $45 $30
Primary School $80 $35 $20
Preschool (3-5) $50 $20 $12
Infants (0-2) $0 $0 $0
Family max $590 – –

Ticket prices have been discounted thanks to the generosity of our church family at our recent auction.

We don’t want anyone to miss out on the Weekend Away because of finances. If you need assistance, please contact Andrew Barry at the church office on 9541 0990 or send an email.

Earlybird rate: Access a discount on the prices above until 30th September.

Registration closes 19th October. Special diet submissions close Thursday 13th October.

REGISTER NOW

Speaker: Simon Manchester

Simon served as a pastor from 1980 – 2020 and retired from St Thomas North Sydney after 30 years.

In that time he taught God’s Word in the local church as well as around Australia and overseas. He has spoken at Katoomba conferences, Keswick conventions and ministered to pastors in the UK and USA. His talks at St Thomas have been on Sydney radio for the past 15 years.

He currently works part-time at Moore College in Sydney as a mentor to students and continues his work with Cornhill Sydney helping students handle God’s Word.

He is married to Kathy and they have three adult children and one grandchild.

Theme: Life on the Edge

The Israelites were on the edge of the promised land, having wandered for 40 years, and now God was speaking to them again. Simon Manchester will be opening the magnificent book of Deuteronomy and showing its enduring and deep relevance to our lives now, as we stand on the edge of eternity.

Friday Evening

Have dinner at home or bring it with you. Check in is from 6pm; arrive when you’re able to.

6.00pm Arrive, check in and settle into rooms
7.30pm Intros, fun and fireside chat
MAC Youth program at Rathane Hall
8.30pm Supper
Bedtime for most kids
Board games and relax

MAC Youth is onsite!

MAC Youth are excited to be holding their regular program at the Weekend Away! All youth in Yr 6-12 are invited to join in at Rathane Hall from 7.30-9.30pm. A bus will also be available to transfer any youth who are not already staying onsite. Leaders will accompany youth on the bus.

Meet at church at 6.30pm for bus to Youthworks. Bus departs Youthworks at 9.30pm and arrives at church at 10pm.

Saturday

7.30am Breakfast
9.00am Session 1
Looking back in order to look forward
Deut. 1-4
Kids program for Comets-Yr 6
10.30am Morning Tea
11.00am Session 2
Seven diamonds on the covenant ring
Deut. 5-11
Kids program for Comets-Yr 6
12.30pm Lunch at Deer Park
1.30pm Free time
Includes pool & waterslide
2.30pm Free time
Includes optional workshops session
4.00pm Free time
Includes optional workshops session
6.00pm Dinner
7.00pm Fun night
8.30pm Supper
Bed time for most kids

Sunday

7.30am Breakfast
9.00am Session 3
Please get practical
Deut. 12-26
Kids program for Comets-Yr 6
10.30am Morning Tea
11.00am Session 4
Persuading the listener
Deut. 27-34
Kids program for Comets-Yr 6
12.30pm Lunch at Deer Park
1.30pm Pool & waterslide
2.30pm Depart

  • Bible and pen
  • Clothes, hat and closed-in shoes
  • Pillow slip and bed sheets or sleeping bag. Note: Each bed has 1 doona, a bottom sheet (which acts as a mattress protector) and 1 pillow with a pillow protector.
  • Sunscreen, insect repellant and torch
  • Optional: Swimming gear for the pool/waterslide, board games, balls & sport equipment, fishing gear, snacks (allergy aware).

The Youthworks site is located right on the beautiful Port Hacking River, secluded in the Royal National Park. Surrounded by bush and water views, it makes for a relaxing getaway. All meals (including morning tea, afternoon tea and supper) are fully catered.

Accommodation is camp-style, with bunk beds in most rooms. Most rooms have ensuites. Families with kids will stay together and we’ll do our best to allocate everyone a room they’re comfortable with.

Saturday afternoon will be a great time to build relationships and have fun together. There’s lots to do around the site like bushwalking, swimming, fishing, games on the oval, board games and fun for kids. There’s also workshops planned on special interest topics.

We hope to see lots of kids at the Weekend Away! Our own Infinity Kids team will run a program during the morning sessions, and there will also be family friendly activities during free time so everyone can spend time together.

All families with kids will be roomed together. Bedding is on bunks, so bring a bed rail, air mattress or portacot for little ones.

The Youthworks site is approximately 30 minutes drive from Barden Ridge. A National Parks pass is not needed to access the site.

Address:
Youthworks Port Hacking Conference Centres
168 Rathane Rd, Royal National Park

We’ll be staying across the Deer Park, Chaldercot and Rathane sites. Upon arrival, Rathane is the first site on the left, and Deer Park/Chaldercot are around 800m further along the road.

View site map.

Friday evening: Greeters will help direct you to your site

Saturday and Sunday day visitors: Most activities will be held at Deer Park, so head straight there.

Parking: Parking is limited, so please consider carpooling where possible.

Buses: We are investigating an option for buses from/to church for day visitors.

Does Youthworks cater for special dietary requirements?

Click here for information on Youthworks’ catering and dietary needs. Please indicate any dietary requirements on your registration form.

Can under 18s come without a parent/guardian?

Youth and kids under 18 can attend without their parents, provided they have another family they can stay with, and who will take responsibility for them. Written permission from parents/guardians will be required. If you’re bringing someone under 18 who’s not from your family, please contact nola@menaianglican.org to discuss.

Will I have to share a room? Who will I be sharing with?

In order to fit everyone in, we’ll need to put people coming without kids into shared, single gender rooms. We’ll do our best to allocate everyone into a room they’re comfortable with. If you have concerns about room arrangements, please contact Margaret Icke on 0415 463 914 or email nola@menaianglican.org.

I’m coming full time – when does the Weekend Away start and end?

The full time rate for the whole weekend covers from 6pm Friday to 3pm Sunday. Dinner isn’t included on Friday night, so BYO or eat beforehand, and arrive on site when you’re able to.

What meals does the day rate include?

The day rates include all meals on the day’s program except breakfast. If you’re coming as a day visitor, you’re welcome to arrive earlier than the first morning session and BYO breakfast.

Can meals be available any earlier for young kids?

If your kids will be hungry before the set meal times, we suggest bringing snacks or your own meals for them. Flexibility is limited when catering for such a large group.

Is there a fridge available?

Yes – each site has either a standalone guest fridge or cold room available.

Will I get a refund if I have to cancel?

Refunds for cancellation are available until Wednesday, 19th October. After this date, refunds may be given at the discretion of the Weekend Away admin team for unavoidable situations. Email nola@menaianglican.org for enquiries.

REGISTER NOW