5-7 JUNE 2026 | PASCOE PARK, CHRISTCHURCH
This discipleship and leadership convention is for you.
This convention has been specifically designed for our church members in South New Zealand. You will be fed physically, spiritually and mentally with delicious food, genuine worship experiences, engaging plenaries, and a range of workshops. Join us for an enriching experience that will deepen your relationship with God and strengthen your ability to serve and thrive within your local church community.
One thing is clear in the world we’re living in — life isn’t slowing down, and the world doesn’t seem to be getting any more stable. Our lives are busy, the noise around us is constant, and it can sometimes feel overwhelming.
And yet, in the middle of all of this, Jesus’ call is still the same — to follow Him and to make disciples. But that raises an honest question:
How do we share our faith in a world that’s already so full of noise?
And isn’t sharing faith something that’s really just for pastors, evangelists, or the “professionals”?
At Anchored, we want to explore a simple but powerful reality: God calls all of us to share the hope we’ve found in Jesus — and He invites us to do it in ways that are natural, authentic, and part of everyday life.
Over the course of the weekend, we’ll have keynote messages, practical workshops, and conversations designed to encourage and equip you to live and share your faith where God has placed you.
If you’re involved in leadership in your church, if you’d like to be but feel unsure where to start, or if you’re a young person wanting to grow in your faith and influence — this weekend is for you.
Our prayer is that this will be a time to pause, reconnect with God’s mission, and allow Him to anchor us again in our calling to follow Jesus and share His hope with others.
Guest Speakers
Dr Eddie Tupa'i
President - NZPUC
Dr Eddie Tupa’i currently serves as the Lead Pastor – President of the NZPUC (New Zealand Pacific Union Conference). He is passionate about effective leadership in healthy Adventist churches. His D.Min. examines the ‘Healthy Adventist Churches’ initiative he led as president of the NNZ Conference.
Orlando Lizardi
Founder - Sow and Grow Counseling
Orlando is a licensed clinical social worker with a passion for integrating mental health and faith. He has an undergraduate degree in theology at Southern Adventist University and a master’s degree in Social Work from Andrews University. Orlando is especially passionate about discipleship and helping individuals incorporate emotional and psychological well-being into their spiritual lives.
Pastor Joshua Newbegin
Founder - Kaizen Coaching
Joshua Newbegin is a coach, minister and communicator passionate about helping people to grow through clarity, courage, and connection. He is the founder of Kaizen Coaching Solutions and the host of The Unchained Brotherhood podcast where he empowers Christian men to live with purpose and impact.
Pastor Benjamin Martin
President - SNZ Conference
Pr Ben has ministered for the past 19 years in both Conferences in New Zealand in various capacities including school chaplain, pastor, and regional pastor. His passion is to see churches thriving and preserving our unique Adventist message, while following Jesus’ call for us.
Anchored Programme
Venue: Pascoe Park, 20 Farrells Road, Ouruhia, Christchurch 8083 | All meals included except breakfasts
4:00pm | Rego opens
5:00pm | Opening Sabbath
5:30pm | Dinner
6:30pm | First Plenary
7:45pm | Second Plenary
9:00pm | Finish / Supper & hangout
9:00am | Third Plenary
10:30am | Morning Tea
11:00am | Workshop Session 1
12:00pm | Lunch
1:00pm | Workshop Session 2
2:15pm | Break
2:45pm | Workshop Session 3
4:00pm | Break
4:30pm | Workshop Session 4
5:45pm | Close Sabbath
6:00pm | Dinner
7:00pm | Fourth Plenary
8:15pm | Finish / Supper & hangout
9:00am | Workshop Session 5
10:30am | Morning Tea
11:00am | Fifth Plenary
12:30pm | Lunch
Accommodation and Transport
Registration does not include your accommodation and transport. If you need assistance with either of these, please talk to your pastor to see if carpooling or billeting can be arranged.
To help out, we are happy for you to stay on a powered site at Pascoe Park for free if you would like to. You can pitch a tent, or bring a campervan / caravan etc. as you wish. If you’d like to book in to stay at Pascoe Park, please call or text Scott Cameron on 027 299 8054.
If you would like to book into nearby accommodation, here are some of the nearest options at various price points:
Spencer Beach TOP 10 Holiday Park
Peppers Christchurch Clearwater Resort