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Events program
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
| SATURDAY 7th | |
| 10.30am | Seniors Morning Tea Details |
| Be entertained by the Peter Christie Band while enjoying a delicious morning tea. An “up close and personal” interview with our world leaders will allow our seniors to get to know their heart for our Army and the Kingdom. [SOLD OUT] | |
| 11am | Back to Bridge Details |
| A special opportunity for past and present staff and participants of our Recovery Service Centres to reconnect. Click here if you would like to attend. | |
| 12noon | March of Witness Details |
| The Freedom Celebration will commence with a March of Witness through Riverina Ave, Sydney Olympic Park. All bands, timbrel brigades, Corps/Centre leaders and representatives are invited to take part in this exciting event. Gathering at the Australia Ave end the march will proceed down Riverina Ave through onto Showground Rd. Click here if you would like to attend. | |
| 12noon | Freedom Carnival Details |
| Immerse yourself in the carnival atmosphere with entertainment, food, rides, and a showcase of the diverse areas of mission The Salvation Army has across the territory. The carnival will also carry a multicultaral flavour through the food on offer and the entertainment available, reflecting the richness of the Australian community and the diversity of The Salvation Army family. | |
| 12noon | Laser Tag Competition Details |
| Alongside the Carnival, sign up for the Laser Tag competition hosted by The Salvation Army's Collary Conference Centre. Get your team together and register today! Pre-registration and payment essential. |
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| 1.30pm | SAGALA Awards Ceremony Details |
| During the Freedom Carnival, the territorial leaders will present the "General's Award" to the children and youth who have achieved that milestone within The Salvation Army's SAGALA program. The awards ceremony will include a full SAGALA Flag Party on Parade! | |
| 2.30pm | Children's Musical - "Spend awhile on the Nile" Details |
| The stage musical "Spend awhile On The Nile" will conclude its performance season with a special full-length performance at Sydney Olympic Park. The musical is produced by The Sydney Staff Songsters and stars youth and children connected to The Salvation Army. [SOLD OUT] | |
| 4pm | "Our Global Impact" - International Development Details |
| Come and see what our Army is doing around the world as various international projects are showcased. Be there for the launch of the “Gifts that keep on giving” catalogue, just in time for some innovative and thoughtful gift ideas for this Christmas. | |
| 6.30pm | Freedom Concert Details |
| With special guests Mark Vincent, Brittany Cairns, and Tracey Faith, as well as the territorial leaders, the Freedom Concert promises to be a combination of world-class entertainment and exploration of the 'Freedom' mission of The Salvation Army through story, arts and multimedia. TICKETS ESSENTIAL — PURCHASE HERE. | |
| SUNDAY 8th | |
| 8am | Young Leaders Breakfast Details |
| This invite-only event will give young leaders from around The Salvation Army the opportunity to gather, make connections and engage in Q&A with the territorial leaders. | |
| 8.30am | Prayer Meeting Details |
| You are invited to commence Sunday worship in prayer. Held in the Theatrette of the Dome, Sydney Olympic Park, you are welcome to join us as you please over an hour of prayer prior to the morning worship service. | |
| 9.30am | Kids Church - "Freedom in the Son" Details |
| Your primary-school aged kids will love this 3-hour program filled with music, games, crafts, Bible teaching and much much more. The program will be fully staffed with accreditted childrens ministry workers and volunteers. For more information, click here. | |
| 10am | Mini Kids Details |
| For those under 5, our Sunday Morning session will feature a fantastic parents room on the Mezzanine level of The Dome. Plus there'll be trained early-childhood workers and volunteers providing activities, fun, and supervision of the little ones. For more information, click here. | |
| 10am | Worship Service - "Freedom through Christ" Details |
| Worship meeting featuring the message from the territorial leaders. Register your interest. | |
| 12noon | Food Hall Details |
| Enjoy a beautiful lunch at great value with our multi-cultural food hall! | |
| 12noon | Entertainment Details |
| [Details to come] | |
| 2pm | Worship Service - "Freedom through Salvation" Details |
| Worship meeting featuring messages from the territorial leaders, and special guest Stan Walker. | |
| 5pm | Youth Supper Details |
| This is a chance for the youth to chill out with their friends, enjoy a sausage sizzle and a little mellow entertainment after a great weekend of celebration. We want to honour our young people and encourage them as they celebrate their freedom in Christ. | |