RTC Elder's Retreat

Elders, as shepherds of God’s flock, are called to oversee the life and health of the church. While at a “micro” level that includes spiritual oversight of every member of the flock, at a “macro” level it includes overseeing the big picture of the church’s key ministry areas.

RTC’s 2024 Elders’ Retreat will explore the why, how and what of three major areas of church life the elders must oversee: Mission and Evangelism, Word and Worship, and Care and Discipleship.

The RTC would love to see eldership teams across Australia and New Zealand using the RTC’s Elder’s Retreat for their own retreat day. Hosting an Elders’ Retreat “watch party” will provide a day of training and interaction to strengthen your eldership team and your work as shepherds of God’s flock.

HOSTING A WATCH PARTY

Murray Capill
Murray is the RTC’s Lecturer in Pastoral Ministry and Dean of Ministry Development, with over 30 years of experience in pastoral ministry. Originally from New Zealand, he came to Australia in 2001 to teach at the college, before serving for 12 years as the principal. He is the author of and .

Stephen Lewis
Stephen is the RTC’s Lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew. He came to the RTC from the USA with extensive pastoral ministry experience. He holds three degrees, including a PhD in Hermeneutics and Biblical Interpretation (Old Testament), awarded by Westminster Theological Seminary.

Nick Brennan
Nick joined RTC in 2023 after previous roles at Westminster Seminary California, Queensland Theological College, and Grace Theological College. With international experience in church and student ministries, he holds degrees in Theoretical Physics, Biblical Studies, and Theology from Durham University, Westminster California, and Otago University respectively. His PhD thesis focused on divine Christology in Hebrews.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Reformed Theological College, 221 Queen Street, Melbourne, Australia