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A Christian organisation reaching the corners of country Victoria

In action since 1883, ESA is Christian organisation that works in partnership with communities, individuals, families, organisations and local churches. Though the scope of the work of ESA is broad and diverse, the one thing that is at the heart of each activity is to see lives transformed by Christ. At the moment we are especially passionate about reaching people of all ages from country Victoria by running a variety of camps.

27/10/2026

What an incredible four days at Yackandandah Teen Discipleship Camp! ⁠
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Set in the quiet beauty of North East Victoria, Yack provided such a special, intentional space for our teens to step away from daily distractions, strengthen their personal relationship with God, and build firm foundations in their faith. ⁠
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From tackling tough life questions during electives and digging into God's Word to honest conversations around a roaring campfire, God moved in powerful ways throughout the camp. We love seeing young people encourage one another, ask big questions, and grow closer to Jesus together! ⁠
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Swipe through to see some of the beautiful moments, quiet reflections, and lifelong connections made at Yack! 📸 ⁠
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Were you at Yackandandah this year, or did your teen come home inspired? Tell us your favourite memory in the comments below! 👇

25/10/2026

Still thinking about how good Lake Tyers Teen Camp was! What an incredible week of caving, beach games, and deep chats around God's Word! We love seeing young people encourage one another, build lifelong friendships, and grow in their faith. Here’s a look back at some of the best moments. 📸 ⁠
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What was your favourite part? Tell us in the comments! 👇

23/10/2026

Halls Gap Teen Camp was so much fun! 📸 From hiking mountain trails and playing wide games to cabin chats and incredible times of worship, God moved in such powerful ways throughout the week. ⁠
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There’s truly nothing better than seeing young people step away from the noise of everyday life to build lifelong friendships and encounter the love of Jesus together! Here’s a little glimpse into all the fun, community, and memories we made at Halls Gap! ⁠
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Were you at Halls Gap Teen this year? Tag your mates or tell us your favourite memory in the comments! 👇

22/10/2026

Can we take a moment to appreciate our incredible ESA leaders and volunteers? 🙌 Our camps simply wouldn't exist without the selfless, joyful adults who give up their time to serve our campers. ⁠
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They don't just run activities — they intentionally build a safe, kind, and welcoming space where teenagers feel deeply seen, valued, and loved. To every single leader, director, speaker, cook, and volunteer who poured out their time and energy during our spring camps: THANK YOU! ⁠
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You’re actively shaping the next generation and creating spaces for young people to encounter Jesus. Drop a "🙌", tag a leader who has made an impact on your family, or shout out a volunteer you’re super proud of! 👇

08/10/2026

Spring Dirt Bike Camp starts today! Riders are gathering for a community-driven weekend of riding bush tracks and exploring how to live life well together. Would you cover our team and riders in prayer over the weekend? ⁠
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🙏 Pray for protection: Ask for physical safety across all bush trails and tracks. ⁠
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🙏 Pray for community: That genuine connections, strong fellowship, and great conversations happen around camp. ⁠
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🙏 Pray for spiritual encouragement: That every rider leaves refreshed in their faith and encouraged in their journey with God. ⁠
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Drop a "🙏" below to let us know you're standing in prayer with us! 👇

07/10/2026

Quick reminder that our 2026 Annual General Meeting is on tomorrow! 🙏 ⁠
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We’re so excited to gather our wider ESA family together to give thanks for God’s faithfulness over the past year, share encouraging stories from our camps, and present our latest Impact Report. Here are the details: ⁠
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🗓️ Date: Thursday 8th October 2026 ⁠
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⏰ Time: 7:30 to 8:45 pm ⁠
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📍 Location: Online via Teams ⁠
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It's not too late to join us! Click the link in our bio to grab the online meeting link. We can't wait to see you tomorrow! 🩵

01/10/2026

Registrations for our Young Adults Canoe Camp are officially open! 🛶 ⁠
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If you’re looking for space to step away from the busyness of everyday life, spend time outdoors, and connect deeply with a supportive community, this camp on the water is built for you. ⁠
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Together, we'll paddle scenic rivers, share meals, and create intentional space to rest, dig into God's Word, and encourage one another in our faith journey. Whether you're an experienced paddler or hitting the river for the very first time, you'll find a welcoming space. ⁠
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🗓️ Dates: 13 – 15 November 2026 ⁠
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📍 Location: Eildon ⁠
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⏰ Regos Close: 30th October 2026 ⁠
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👥 For: Young Adults aged 18–25 (post-high school) ⁠
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Spots on the water are limited, so head to the link in our bio to read more details and secure your place today!

30/09/2026

There’s officially just one week to go until our ESA 2026 Annual General Meeting! ⁠
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Whether you’re a long-time supporter, parent, volunteer leader, or donor, we would love for you to join us as we reflect on the past year, celebrate all that God has done across country Victoria, and look forward to the future of ESA Country Ministries. ⁠
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We will also be walking through our 2026 Impact Report, sharing stories of transformed lives, camp highlights, and frontline ministry updates. ⁠
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🗓️ Date: Thursday 8th October 2026 ⁠
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⏰ Time: 7:30 to 8:45 pm ⁠
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📍 Location: Online via Teams ⁠
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We would love to see you there! Head to the link in our bio to view the Impact Report and register to join us next week! 🩵

27/09/2026

Yackandandah Teen Discipleship Camp begins today! Over the next four days, our teens are stepping into an intentional space to strengthen their personal relationship with God, tackle tough questions, and build firm foundations in their faith. Please stand in prayer with us for this dedicated discipleship week: ⁠
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🙏 Pray for depth: That teens feel safe to ask honest questions, dig into God's Word during electives, and take quiet time to listen to His voice. ⁠
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🙏 Pray for connection: That Christ-centered, encouraging friendships are formed during activities and in study groups. ⁠
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🙏 Pray for our leadership team: That they are gifted with wisdom, discernment, and energy as they mentor and walk alongside these young people. ⁠
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Leave a "🙏" in the comments if you're praying along with us! 👇

25/09/2026

Lake Tyers Teen Camp officially begins today! Campers are arriving on the Gippsland Lakes for five days of caving, beach games, and building great community. To our wider ESA family, please join us in praying over the week ahead: ⁠
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🙏 Pray for safety across all camp activities, adventures, and travels. ⁠
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🙏 Pray for our camp directors, speaker, leaders, and cooks as they pour out their time and energy to serve our teens. ⁠
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🙏 Pray for open hearts — that every camper experiences a deep sense of belonging and encounters the life-changing love of Jesus. ⁠
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Drop a "🙏" in the comments if you're praying with us this week! 👇

Address

Wantirna, VIC

Telephone

+61398375225

Website

http://www.esa.org.au/, https://linktr.ee/esacountryministries

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