Updated for 2024 – The following is a condensed version of the 2023-2025 Strategic Plan approved by the AUC Council. Church and department officers can obtain a full copy by emailing our office.
Theme
“Uplifting Jesus, Serving People, Proclaiming Truth”
Rationale
“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.” Matthew 28:19, 20.
“It is the work of every one to whom the message of warning has come, to lift up Jesus.” (Selected Messages, bk. 1, p. 362)
“There is need of coming close to the people by personal effort. If less time were given to sermonizing, and more time were spent in personal ministry, greater results would be seen.” (The Ministry of Healing, p. 143)
“God has given us light in regard to the things that are now taking place in the last remnant of time, and with pen and voice we are to proclaim the truth to the world, not in a tame, spiritless way, but in demonstration of the Spirit and power of God.” (Testimonies to Ministers, p. 470)
Our Vision and Mission
OUR VISION: The AUC is to be proactive, Christ-centred and driven to Uplift, Serve and Proclaim.
OUR MISSION: To fulfil the Gospel commission by service to the community, uplifting Jesus and proclaiming the truth.
Our Union-wide Aims and Objectives 2023-2025
• Goal 1 – To support members of the AUC.
• Goal 2 – Encourage and enable total member involvement through empowering, training and preparing lay people to lead out and serve
• Goal 3 – Support incoming department directors.
• Goal 4 – To proclaim the truth in our local communities
Children’s Department
Vision: To be a living example of God’s love and character to our children, guiding them in their walk with God.
Mission: To share God’s love and character through Biblical principles, object lessons in nature and developing personal relationships with like-minded people.
• Goal 1: To organise Camponotus events for children between the ages of 5-12 to learn, socialise and understand more about our loving God.
• Goal 2: To organise a children’s program to run throughout the end-of-year Elim Heights Camp.
ChurchSafe
Vision: To be a team actively working with a priority on prevention and education. To be a be a voice for minors, the vulnerable and those who need care and protection. To be a support and seek support for those who have been harmed and who are alleged to have harmed.
Mission: To work to prevent incidents. To respond appropriately to incidents/concerns relating to minors and the vulnerable. To ensure that our church is not only compliant, but also a safe, uplifting and encouraging place to grow spiritually.
Education Department
• Goal 1: Support of officers and department leaders at each level of responsibility
• Goal 2: Training and the development of a
Registered Training Organisation (RTO)
• Goal 3: Educational support for children ages 5-16
Elim Heights Youth Camp
Vision: To be a space that fosters the spiritual and social development of church youth and serves worthy needs of the surrounding community.
Mission: To manage the maintenance and development of the youth camp, and to improve amenities and the overall experience for whoever attends events held there.
• Goal 1: Carry out needed repairs
• Goal 2: To continue the rebuilding project
• Goal 3: Proposed enclosure for the kitchen area
Elim Missionary College
Vision: To be a self-supporting, Christ-centred educational institution that supports and facilitates the mission of the Seventh Day Adventist Reform Movement of Australasia, in line with God’s blueprint of education.
Mission: To prepare persons for effective Christian ministry, by training missionary workers, both lay and employed, for positions of trust and activity in the work of the Lord.
• Goal 1: To better understand the educational needs of the work in Australasia.
• Goal 2: To provide for the rapid training of lay missionaries in core aspects of gospel work.
• Goal 3: To lay the groundwork for a more thorough and practical training program.
Health Department
Vision: To be a visible, active and vibrant inspiration, supporting a grassroots movement of wellness and service to others.
Mission: To inspire and encourage members in the health message in their own lives, so they may be effective in sharing the message with others.
• Goal 1: To work with and encourage local churches in experiencing better health by creating teams and providing resources.
• Goal 2: To run health events Australia-wide.
Missionary Department
Vision: To serve as a vessel in the hands of God, empowering church members to embrace their missionary calling and fulfil their divine purpose.
Mission: To fervently proclaim the Gospel, employing diverse methodologies, with a distinct emphasis on the proven efficacy of canvassing work.
• Goal 1: To promote canvassing work across our Union by furnishing members with essential tools and skills.
• Goal 2: Enabling the public and church community to book our ministers, Bible workers and lay members for online and in-person Bible studies, extending our focus to every field and local church in Australia and New Zealand.
• Goal 3: Equip and encourage lay members to cultivate reliance on God and develop essential skills.
Sabbath School Department
Vision: To act as a main pillar of support for the AUC. To foster discipleship within its membership, elucidating the teachings of the Bible and promoting the principles, doctrines, and beliefs of our church.
Mission: To motivate and assist every unit and church in serving as a preparatory institution for the development of Christian workers. To instruct and prepare church members to share the gospel of Jesus Christ in accordance with the Three Angels’ Messages. To support members of all ages in strengthening and solidifying their connections with God, our church, and others.
Welfare Department
• Goal 1: To raise awareness and funds for different projects, and keep sponsors up to date with regular project progress and updates.
• Goal 2: To develop and establish the RAWAID (charity) as the primary vehicle for welfare throughout the Australasian Union
• Goal 3: To promote and encourage young people to give their time and energy to assist in welfare projects within the South Pacific Union Mission or other regions.
Young People’s Department
Vision: To be a supporting, encouraging department providing assistance and inspiration to the Youth of our church.
Mission: To create a strong sense of community among our young people and inspire them in a closer walk with God and a heart for service.
• Goal 1: To develop connections between the youth in individual churches and states to create a sense of community and belonging
• Goal 2: To run events which will encourage youth to better serve Jesus and their community.