Central West Christian Conference 2008 (5th-7th April)
Theme: “Free 2 Live”
Speakers: Chris & Bonnie Thomas
Dates: Friday 4th April to Sunday 6th April

Chris Thomas is the general director of Torchbearers International, the ministry founded by his father, Major Ian Thomas, with camp and conference centres and Bible Schools in 19 countries worldwide. Chris was born and raised in England. He initially came to the United States to join the pastoral staff of Elmbrook Church, Wisconsin. Chris is unassuming but ably gifted in sharing the wisdom and the sufficiency of Jesus Christ. He and his wife Bonnie are on the faculty at Ravencrest Chalet Bible School. They are both involved in extensive international conference and retreat ministry. They have three sons.

Bonnie Thomas also comes from a rich Christian heritage as the oldest child of Cliff Barrows, the program and music director for Billy Graham for many years. Bonnie has served as missionary/teacher in the Philippines, staff member of Campus Crusade and as women’s ministry coordinator with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Bonnie is recognised as an outstanding conference speaker who encourages and reminds us of the abundance in a Spirit-filled life. She travels throughout the United States and internationally, teaching women in a practical and personal way how to have a relationship with God through Jesus Christ.
Program
Friday 4th April 7pm: 1 talk each from Chris and Bonnie Thomas.
Saturday 5th April 10am: 1 talk each from Chris and Bonnie Thomas
Saturday 5th April 3pm: 1 talk each from Chris and Bonnie Thomas
Sunday 6th April Morning: Chris and/or Bonnie
Sunday 6th April 3pm: Afternoon tea meeting / devotion.
Cost
Donations on the day are gratefully welcomed.
Early registration would be greatly appreciated for seating and catering arrangements.
Accommodation
If you are visiting Orange for the conference, billeting accommodation is available.
Cost is $20 per person each day or $30 per family each day.
For billeting enquiries please contact Karen after 6pm on 0412 459 013
Alternative Accommodation options include:
• Central Calleula Motor Lodge, 60 Summer St, Orange, tel: 1800 024 845
• Sundowner Motor Inn, 4-6 Dalton St, Orange, tel: 6362 5755
• Ambassador International Motor Inn, 174 Bathurst Rd, Orange, tel: 6393 7500
• Turner’s Vineyard Lodge, Mitchell Hwy, Orange, tel: 6369 1045