Short Film School

Written by Ian Finnan Thursday, 08 September 2011 14:33

Stories are a powerful tool for communicating complex ideas in an engaging way. Short films are a perfect platform for telling stories and new technologies have made film distribution very easy. With a large percentage of the Australian population now carrying smart phones which can download and play video content, people who follow Jesus have the oppotunity to tell their story visually with a broad audience.

In partnership with the Global Short Film Network, Campus Crusade for Christ Australia is hosting a Short Film School during December 2011 in Melbourne. This event will bring professional film teachers and students together to explore how to write stories for the screen, make short films, and learn how use them in mission.

Mel from Queensland reflected on her Film School experience by saying, "I had such a great time with so many awesome people! So sad having to say goodbye! I learnt so much about film making and looking forward to being able to putting I into action! Really got me inspired again!"

Visit the Film School information page to learn more about this event.

Name Change in the USA

Written by CCCA Wednesday, 20 July 2011 17:09

It was announced at the biennial USA staff conference today that Campus Crusade for Christ in the USA is changing its name to Cru. This is a USA national ministry action. Campus Crusade for Christ Australia does NOT have plans to change our name in the immediate future.

Miraculous Healing in Thailand

Written by Tez Brooks Sunday, 14 August 2011 00:00

For years Nalo (name changed), a Lahu woman in Thailand, could not clench her fists, and the pain in her fingers caused her sleepless nights. She heard that Global Aid Network of Australia (GAiN) was coming to her village. Desperate, she came to the Thailand mobile medical clinic. She waited for hours to see the medical team. Finally—after seeing our doctor—she asked for prayer before leaving.

According to ministry leader, Daniel Win, when the team prayed for Nalo she suddenly was able to move her fingers. Thrilled, she asked for complete healing. The team realised she had a string and amulet tied around her wrist—a sign of spirit worship. The team asked Nalo if she wanted to put her trust in the one, true God and then ask Him for complete healing. She refused, insisting the bracelet was helping ward off evil spirits. She then bargained for God to first heal her completely; only then would she place her trust in the Lord. When the team told her she could not bargain with God, Nalo said: “Then I will bargain with the team. Pray for my healing and if God grants your wish, I will believe.” Knowing Jesus pursues people to great lengths in order to win their hearts, the team agreed and asked the Lord to grant her a good night’s sleep and a pain-free day. Then they invited Nalo to breakfast to see what the Lord might do overnight to prove His love for her.

Hester's Story

Written by Jennifer Lu Sunday, 31 July 2011 00:00

Being born in a Christian family with two loving parents, God was always in Hester’s life, but not in the centre. Therefore as the worldly value of materialism infused her high school environment, Hester fell into this mindset.

She recalls, “I think being in that environment puts pressure on you… It’s all about competition, acceptance and approval, looking your best, being popular – my girlfriends and I were like our daddy’s princess…” Hester eventually stood at a crossroad, questioning the Christian world-views she’s always held in her heart. “I kept wondering if I really believed it, or had I been led to believe it. So it was a real struggle for me.”