What everyone
needs to know about
Manhood
“Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Act like men. Be strong. And do everything in love.”
1 Corinthians 16:13-14
9:30-5:30 Saturday, 6 September 2025
Vision Church, Canberra
This Conference will become a Video Series with the following Episodes:
Dave Pellowe, Church And State, Founding Director
Andrew Gray
Noleen Sedra, Echo Church
Joshua Rowe, ACT/NSW Director for ACL
Prof Augusto Zimmermann
Ps Andrew Baker, Vision Church
Dr Harvey Ward, ret' ObGyn & Assoc Professor
Cindy McGarvie, author "The Lost Boys"
Nathaniel Marsh, Dads 4 Kids, CEO
Ps Paul "PJ" Bedwell, Youth For Christ, CEO
Ps Andrew Sedra, Echo Church
Would you like to know…
- What culture constantly gets wrong, but what Christ says about men, manhood and masculinty?
- How to properly understand the orthodox Christian doctrine of a husband’s headship and a wife’s submission (which feminists wilfuly misrepresent)?
- How, why, what/who, when and where Christ-like men should fight?
- If men should hold seats and open doors for ladies?
- How to think like a father?
- The very manly definition of meekness?
- Exactly how “toxic” is masculinity?
- Everything men need from women?
- How to break through the breakdown every man faces?
- How to defuse the dangers posed to Manhood by government?
- The tragedy of the Family Court and parental alienation
- How to promote sexual integrity and power for good
- PANEL: Each generation’s unique dragon to slay.
Different by Divine Design!
The phrase “toxic masculinity” has become emblematic of a culture which is determined to emasculate men: making them feminised, passive, absent, ashamed and afraid to be masculine men. It’s an ancient, spiritual darkness that only the Word of Almighty God can enlighten, and the need for Godly Manhood has never been greater.
Anti-human agendas barely even bother hiding anymore, and are brazenly determined to indoctrinate souls and rob a generation of manly men. The deception and confusion about Manhood is not something your family or church can neglect intentionally discipling any longer.
“Look, I am sending you the prophet Elijah before the great and dreadful day of the Lord arrives. His preaching will turn the hearts of fathers to their children, and the hearts of children to their fathers. Otherwise I will come and strike the land with a curse.”
– Malachi 4:5-6
In this one day, essential conference for every man, woman and teenager, you will hear TEN expert presentations laying a reformational, Biblical foundation for understanding Manhood, plus a bonus panel conversation with Q&A.
The pulpit needs to disciple the debate.
A fear of socially-debated issues has gripped most pulpits of Australia for decades. Let’s be honest. Our once Christian nation now openly throws parades for pride in sexual immorality and celebrates decriminalising the killing of innocent people. Coincidence?
Australians are actively being discipled by the media, internet influencers, politicians and entertainment celebrities about the most debated issues in our culture. Yet far too many preachers remain silent about those topics – despite the Bible being loud and clear.
We need a reformation. There can be no revival in any nation without repentance, and there will be no repentance without the pulpits of Australia aflame with fearless preaching of righteousness – what is objectively good, not what is inoffensive.
Church And State convenes high calibre speakers at events in Brisbane, Hobart, Perth, Canberra, Adelaide and Sydney (and partners with regional churches) every year answering the questions of a lost culture groping for Truth and stumbling in the darkness.
You will be encouraged, equipped and challenged at these events to be effective salt and light – discipling the nation, teaching them to obey everything Jesus commanded.
Questions and Answers
If your question isn’t answered below, please get in touch via the live chat feature or contact details at the bottom of this page.
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Refund policy
Ticket refunds will only be available until 5pm Friday the week before. After that we commit to many costs on your behalf and tickets are not eligible for a refund. If you are unable to attend we will provide all videos of the sessions you missed.
You may let someone else attend using your ticket. They only need your correct name and we will mark your ticket as used.
Is catering included?
Excellent catering is a standard inclusion in all CAS Canberra 25 conference tickets.
Lunch and afternoon tea are provided during generous break times for fellowship.
Dietary requests to accommodate food allergies must be made at the time of registering, or via email to admin@ChurchAndState.com.au. Any requests received on or after 22 August may not be possible.
Is there a livestream option?
No. Only the annual CAS Australian Summit is being livestreamed this year. Most other CAS conferences (including this one) will be professionally video recorded, edited in following weeks, and released to CAS email subscribers.
Parking
Vision Church has ample parking.
How can I make a donation?
Opportunities to give to the mission of Church And State will be provided at time of registering, at the CAS booth and any time here, online.
Can I register online with cash or cheque?
We can save you a seat for a few days to allow you to deposit cash at a bank or online or to mail a cheque within below time limits. Details on how to do that are provided with your ticket confirmation.
- Cash payment (direct deposit) accepted up to 1 week prior.
- Cheque payment accepted up to 2 weeks prior.
Can I just buy a ticket at the door?
Yes. Maybe…
There’s a risk there may be no seats left (and makes it very hard for us to plan to cater for you).
If available once you’re at the door, you will still need to register via this page. Our volunteers may be able to help you register on this page at the door if you require further assistance.
You will need your credit/debit card, and if paying by cash, there will be no change available.
Is there any child minding?
There is no child minding. Children under 13 who do not take up a seat are free, or otherwise require a concession ticket. Parental guidance is recommended for some topics being discussed.
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Ticket Price
$200 $57
A full day of practical training, teaching and preaching in Canberra, 6 September 2025
Interact with speakers during generous session breaks and panel Q&A
Network and build relationships with others engaged in redeeming our culture
INCLUDES: access to professionally recorded videos of all sessions – stream on demand
Chef-catered lunch and afternoon tea catering available as an optional extra
“Thanks once again for your excellently put together conference with engaging speakers. Your ministry is highly beneficial in identifying where the battle lines are drawn, how we got there and encouragement to proclaim the truth of the gospel into those areas.”
Aldis
“It was my first time attending a conference such as this and it was well beyond my expectations. Encouraging, enlightening, educational – the speakers were incredible. Thank you so much. I can’t wait for the next one.”
“I joined the livestream & had the most wonderful day listening to your inspiring speakers. This was the first time I had heard of or attended a Church and State conference and I loved it. I hope to buy a copy to own.”
“I was there, an experience I will never forget. The angels were worshipping with us. Speakers were excellent, awake to all that is happening in our nation. Jesus was glorified throughout the whole day and evening.”
“My family thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated the insights and expertise of every speaker. It was such a feast for our souls and a truly blessed way to spend a Saturday. We hope to get along in person next time.”
“Do not be conformed to this present world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may test and approve what is the will of God—what is good and well-pleasing and perfect.”
At Church And State conferences, fearless speakers convene to equip Christians and other Truth lovers with knowledge and understanding of the authority and wisdom of Scripture, as well as the lessons taught by history and objective facts.
Prepare to challenge your comfort zone and what the world says with Biblical Truth and wisdom, and be refreshed by generous time for fellowship with faithful believers.
If you are serious about loving your neighbour and seeking first the Kingdom of God, do not miss the next Church And State conference near you.
pulpits aflame
with righteousness
Do you know any pastors who are bold, fearless preachers of righteousness, or want to be more so? We’re networking them to “spur one another on” and “encourage each other“!
CAS hosts a time of prayer, fellowship and specialised training the afternoon/evening before conferences in each city for vocational ministers (part time or full time pastors, priests etc). Other “para-church” ministry professionals are also welcome. This is a free event, sponsored by generous CAS supporters and senders.
For more information to share with your pastor/priest, please click here.