A weekend to remember – watch this. No images? Click here What a weekend. We’re a month on, and with the drop of our highlights video, we’re reliving the weekend again. The mountains weather delivered. The food was awesome. God’s Word worked through Matt Fuller and Matt Steele in a real way. Whitefield led 1,200 brothers in worship. And the conversations – around the table, between sessions, late into the evening – were full, encouraging and exactly what BASECAMP is about. If you were there, we hope this will bring it all back. If you missed it – let this be the thing that makes sure you don’t miss it next year! Watch the BASECAMP 2026 highlights See you in 2027 We’re already looking ahead – and we think next year is going to be even better. Tickets for BASECAMP 2027 launch mid-October. For the best rate, book in when tickets launch! Keep your eyes on your inbox. In the meantime, share the highlight video with a few mates who need to see what they missed. There’s no better invitation than that. See you in the mountains in 2027, The BASECAMP team. Thanks to our 2026 Ministry Partners   Platinum           Gold         Silver

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“BASECAMP is most definitely a highlight on my annual calendar. In a life that is so fast paced with work, family and church I long for that one weekend to just pause, surrounded by brothers with solid bible teaching, encouraging testimonies and worship.”
– Sebastian, BASECAMP26 Attendee

Whitefield lifted the room with heartfelt worship, leading the men to praise God with one voice. Listen to the BASECAMP 26 playlist here!

“Belting out hymns with hundreds of men was a snapshot of heaven.”
– Mark, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

We kicked off the weekend with our Friday Kick-Off Feast, an optional roast dinner that gave everyone a chance to enjoy a good meal together before the weekend got underway.

“Food was delicious, teaching was solid, worship was amazing, men supporting other men and the Holy Spirit was moving. What else do you need?”
– Ben, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

BASECAMP was also a chance to share in the encouragement of Christian fellowship with old friends catching up and fathers and sons experiencing the weekend together. In the conversations over coffee, meals and between sessions, we were reminded that following Jesus was never meant to be done alone.

“Being at BASECAMP with my two boys was amazing – a dream come true! About 10 or so years ago, I remember standing next to one of the fellows from church and his son was next to him (I took a picture of them). I have been waiting ever since to take my boys. My eldest son will be married very soon, so to be able to stand with them as men, and sing wholeheartedly with all our voices, was touching for my soul.“
– Peter, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

“Time to get to know God and each other better is time well spent.”
– Matthew, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

International speaker Matt Fuller and local speaker Matt Steele unpacked what it means to live with courage, steadiness and confidence in God, even when life doesn’t go according to plan.

Matt Fuller took us through passages in Genesis where we were reminded through the life of Abraham that courage in the Christian life is not about being fearless. It is about trusting the promises of God. However, his story includes moments where fear and disappointment led him to doubt God’s kindness and take matters into his own hands. We were reminded that doubt and disobedience can easily go hand in hand: when we stop trusting God’s promises, we’re tempted to build our own way. But shortcuts only lead to disaster.

The story ultimately points us to Jesus, whose perfect obedience accomplished what ours never could.

We were challenged to ask: Will I trust God, or will I try to build my own way?

That question also applies to the relationships around us. In Matt Steele’s talk, Reactive or Resolute, we considered how easily pressure and tension can make us reactive. Rather than allowing our steadiness to depend on the emotions or actions of those around us, we were encouraged to look to Jesus, who remains steady and unwavering in every circumstance.

“Matt Steele’s presentation helped me to understand relational dynamics and how Christ shows us steadiness.”
– Jason, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

“I felt reassured that God is with us, despite our many faults and even in the times when we feel far away. He forgives and makes a way and my response is to genuinely make sure I trust Him at all times.”
– Graeme, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

“Challenged to take my time and be less reactive. Keep trusting God and try to better remember the bigger future, trying to keep the here and now difficulties in perspective.”
– Peter, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

“Encouraged in my faith (by trusting in His promises) and strengthened to do good works for God’s glory.“
– Kim, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

“Great speakers, relevant topics on biblical masculinity and how to navigate thinking about being ‘manly’ and ‘godly’.”
– Jason, BASECAMP 26 Attendee

There were plenty of laughs throughout the weekend too, including when Mitch performed his original song, When I Turned Thirty.

But there were also more heartfelt moments, as BASECAMP Chair and MC L-T spoke vulnerably about some of his own personal struggles

“… absolutely loved LT’s testimony and being so vulnerable, please keep the real life testimonies coming!”
– Sebastian, BASECAMP26 Attendee

We’re grateful for a weekend of honest conversations, fellowship and, most importantly, time spent being reminded of the goodness and faithfulness of God. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for more.

Catch up or re-watch on KCC One!

Couldn’t make it to BASECAMP, or want to keep the momentum going? All the BASECAMP talks will be available on the KCC One app on Wednesday, 19 August. Use code “BASECAMP2026” by midnight Sunday, 13 September when subscribing to the KCC One app for a FREE MONTH of access!

Watch a snippet of Matt Fuller’s first talk ‘Called To Go’ here.

You can also access our free devotional series ‘BASECAMP Local’. BASECAMP Local takes this year’s teaching a step further, helping you reflect on what it means to live with courage and put God’s Word into action.

Written by the BASECAMP Committee, this four-part series explores the lives of Abraham, Moses, Stephen, and the thief on the cross, drawing practical lessons for following the example of a biblical man.

Subscribe to KCC One for as little as $4.99/month (on an annual subscription): https://www.kccone.org.au/subscription

Save the Date: BASECAMP 2027

Mark your calendars and start planning with your mates – you won’t want to miss it.

“Awesome, relevant, meaningful content. Not rushed, plenty of time throughout conference to digest and ruminate on the teaching, conviction and inspiration. I’ve already registered for 2027 and bringing mates along.”
– Rob, BASECAMP26 Attendee

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Andrew (far right) with his BASECAMP crew

1. Please introduce yourself!  

I’m Andrew Legge (leg), or Leggie (leggy) to my friends and a bunch of past and present Hope 103.2 presenters! (I used to be a regular caller/texter!). I’m 46, go to Bobbin Head Anglican Church (a service plant of St. James, Turramurra), enjoy Piña coladas and getting caught in the rain! I’m pretty sure I’ve been to all Basecamps/ Men’s Conventions since 1997!  

2. Why did you start attending BASECAMP?  

 I became a Christian in Year 8 and was blessed with good preaching and great fellowship, both at St. James and while attending other KCC events like KYC (Katoomba Youth Convention), CYC (City Youth Church), Kyckstart (now KYCK) & Easter Convention. When the church found out that the then-named Men’s Convention was starting up early in ’97, we got a bunch of guys together and signed up.  

For me, it kicked off what’s coming up to a 30-year journey! The expedition continues, partly for the same reasons it commenced, but also now with a complimentary, outward focus not only to be fed & encouraged by God through the word and others, but to be that to my fellow brothers, too! I’m here for the long haul and pray that I might be able to attend/ feed/ support for at least another 40-50+ years! To say that the late, great Dudley Foord isn’t my personal, effervescent inspiration in this matter would be a lie! 

3. Can you share a BASECAMP highlight?  

 I have so many amazing talks that come to me when I think about KCC. Unfortunately, I can’t pin down in my mind which are from BASECAMP or the other awesome KCC events I’ve attended. So, instead, I’ll generally echo my earlier comments to reinforce that BASECAMP for me encapsulates faithful bible-based teaching, by faithful and encouraging men, in a fun and playful environment wrapped in great fellowship.  

… BASECAMP for me encapsulates faithful bible-based teaching, by faithful and encouraging men, in a fun and playful environment wrapped in great fellowship.  

4. How has BASECAMP encouraged and challenged your faith?  

It has definitely & significantly contributed to the depth of my Christian conviction, the honing of my personal response to the revelation of the truth found only in the gospels, and the refining of my spiritual and brotherly solidarity when we are ever challenged to give up in both big and small ways. 

The conduit for all of this is great, bible-based preaching and the encouragement & direction of mature, like-minded Christian brothers, whether on the pulpit or standing beside me!  

It has definitely & significantly contributed to the depth of my Christian conviction, the honing of my personal response to the revelation of the truth found only in the gospels, and the refining of my spiritual and brotherly solidarity when we are ever challenged to give up in both big and small ways. 

5. Last year, you wrote in our feedback form that you were ‘instilled with the importance’ of having a 3am mate. Why do you think this is so important for men?  

 As guys, any of us with a modicum of emotional awareness recognises that we are typically emotionally stunted, especially when compared with our female counterparts and particularly when it comes to going deeper into less comfortable realms. Even the simple task of talking about being vulnerable can be too much for some of us! It’s no wonder that our inner-circles dwindle into middle age, if not before. So how on earth are we to have or be ourselves a 3am mate without deeper friendships? With intentionality. With persistence. With gentleness. Even some of those characteristics are hard to muster, sometimes.  

I’m meeting with two guys, now, since BASECAMP 2024. While I’m in the mentor role for both, someone wiser than me spoke to a group of us once and told us that a mentor/mentee relationship isn’t like that of a Jedi Master/Padawan. A single party doesn’t have all the answers, or even arrogantly think they might. It’s simply about two men getting together so that, as Proverbs 27:17 describes it, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another”, both men learn (sharpen) and both men grow! Being a 3am mate can come from that mentor/mentee role, either because you’re that for each other, or because that partnership can grow in you a deeper other-person-centeredness which other people might see and call on in their time(s) of need! 

Being a 3am mate can come from that mentor/mentee role, either because you’re that for each other, or because that partnership can grow in you a deeper other-person-centeredness which other people might see and call on in their time(s) of need! 

6. Why would you recommend BASECAMP to others?  

For all the reasons above, and possibly others I’m forgetting. If you’re even slightly interested in growing in your faith, growing in your connectedness with other men and possibly, in maturity, wanting to sow into others in both above ways, there’s no good reason for you not to go! If you disagree, let’s chat at BASECAMP (I’ll be the one wearing the cool, blue stripy beanie-scarf)! 

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1. Can you please introduce yourself?  

Hello, my name is Jason Perini. I am 41 and attend Bulli Anglican Church. I have been attending men’s events at KCC for over 20 years and BASECAMP since it began. A few men from my church all travel up to BASECAMP City together, it’s always a meaningful day for me. 

2. Why did you start attending and what keeps you coming back? 

I started attending BASECAMP because I need it. 

Like most of us, life can weigh me down and BASECAMP is a God given gift to help lift me up. Each year, I marvel at all these men coming together. We collectively depend on the grace and goodness of God to direct us towards humility, praise, and love for Jesus and each other.  

I am grateful to L-T and his team that they keep making BASECAMP such a valuable ministry to men. 

3. Tell us a BASECAMP highlight! 

For me, the highlights are never one thing, but the combination of things together that make BASECAMP what it is. 

I once heard a story about a musician that got frustrated with playing the piano because he wanted to find the notes in between the notes the piano offered. He could sense there was more music in the piano that he could get at, so he started playing the fiddle because it offered him more notes, more music. I have no idea about music, pianos or fiddles but for me, BASECAMP reminds me there are more notes, more music to my Christian life that I often get access to in my local church context. 

It’s of great personal joy to me that BASECAMP steers away from cliches and surface level faith. 

The whole day – from the teaching, singing, interviews and everything in between, is trying to draw me closer to God and my brothers. That’s a rare gift in my experience, and one I treasure. 

4. How has BASECAMP challenged and encouraged your faith? 

BASECAMP challenges and encourages me to go deeper in my relationship with my Heavenly Father. It challenges me to pay attention to the layers and complexities of being a man in 2025. It reminds me of the wonder and security found in knowing Jesus as Lord, Saviour, and Brother, the Holy Spirit as Comforter and Guide, and experiencing God as a loving, tender, and strong Father. 

5. Why would you recommend BASECAMP to others? 

I would recommend BASECAMP to all men at any season of life. 

If you’re in a season of feeling ‘on fire’ for God in your faith, I believe it will fan that flame. 

If you’re in a season of feeling ‘stale, dry and flat’ in your faith, I believe it will give fresh air and refreshment. 

Wise Up With Jesus at BASECAMP 2025

There are a multitude of men, especially young men, looking for something that works. This is why Jordan Peterson has more than 8,000,000 followers, Joe Rogan has 14,500,000 listeners and Andrew Tate has more than 9,000,000 disciples.

These men offer something that ‘works’. Get rich. Get a woman. Get fit. And in Peterson’s case, 12 Rules for Life that will take you from an anxious, lost boy to a confident, productive man. They offer something that works, and men (especially young men) are running towards them.

Yet, in Jesus, we have what really works. A Savior that never disappoints. A well that never runs dry. A truth that sets the captives free.  A wisdom for life that never fails. This is why the theme for BASECAMP is ‘Wise up with Jesus’ — Strength & purpose through Jesus’ wisdom. Join us to find wisdom for your life that really works!

Choose the BASECAMP format that works for you: 

• a six-hour recharge in Sydney;
• an overnight weekend retreat in the Mountains; or
• join us online from wherever you are!

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1. Introduce yourself and how long you’ve been attending BASECAMP!  

My name is Mike and I’m a Youth Pastor at Harbourside Church in Mosman. I’ve probably been coming along to BASECAMP for 7/8 years. 

2. What have been some of the highlights of attending BASECAMP? 

The shared gathering of a couple thousand blokes all with a desire to deepen faith and strengthen relationships with one another is a big highlight for me. I’ve often seen incredible depth in relationships form over the weekend as our groups have spent time reflecting and discussing content that we’ve been hearing. I’ve personally found some great strength in one particular relationship with a mate of mine and our times at BASECAMP discussing the content has had a huge part to play in that.  

A favourite memory would be what BASECAMP helps facilitate rather than something specific at the conference. As our group often stays the full weekend (in the Mountains), we had a great firepit night on the Sunday evening. It followed on from the content we had in the 2023 edition and provided a space and language to have a chat about how we were honestly doing with our emotions as well as a commitment to support one another. Without BASECAMP’s content and encouragement to pursue those sorts of things, stuff like that wouldn’t happen with our group of lads. 

3. How has BASECAMP encouraged your faith? 

I always come away from BASECAMP with a strong challenge, regardless of the teaching content. I think that’s largely down to the commitment and focus to provide good solid Biblical teaching that challenges me to ask some really good questions of myself, my faith and my lived experience following Jesus. I’ve never come down the mountain and thought, “Ah, well I didn’t really get much from that one.” It’s always been a transformative weekend and I leave encouraged and refreshed. 

BASECAMP provides just a small space within the grand scheme of a year to take some time out and hang out as a bunch of lads, to know we’ll get solid teaching, great content and have plenty of food for thought that will foster great conversations both up at the mountain and back home. 

4. Why do you think men should set aside time to attend conferences like BASECAMP? 

Particularly in the church on Sundays, it’s tough to have properly deep conversations, where you actually work through the hard/serious/challenging/emotional stuff. It’s often just checking in and seeing how each other’s weeks were. Which don’t get me wrong, that’s great, but it doesn’t always scratch the itch for real depth in relationships. BASECAMP provides just a small space within the grand scheme of a year to take some time out and hang out as a bunch of lads, to know we’ll get solid teaching, great content and have plenty of food for thought that will foster great conversations both up at the mountain and back home. I couldn’t encourage it more highly to men’s groups of all sizes in churches. 

Men, we know you love a good deal so make sure to grab your early bird tickets before they end this month! 

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Plus ‘Wise Up with Jesus’ No images? Click here     Meet Zack Eswine Pastor, author and mentor Zack Eswine will be joining us at BASECAMP! Zack Eswine has served as Lead Pastor at Riverside Church in Missouri, USA, since 2008. When he’s not busy mentoring, preaching or writing a book, Zack enjoys watching ‘old’ movies, reading a good novel or essay, and cheering on his basketball team with his four kids.  Watch Zack’s invite to BASECAMP ›       There are a multitude of men, especially young men, looking for something that works. This is why Jordan Peterson has more than 8,000,000 followers, Joe Rogan has 14,500,000 listeners and Andrew Tate has more than 9,000,000 disciples. These men offer something that ‘works’. Get rich. Get a woman. Get fit. And in Peterson’s case, 12 Rules for Life that will take you from an anxious, lost boy to a confident, productive man. They offer something that works, and men (especially young men) are running towards them. Yet, in Jesus, we have what really works. A Savior that never disappoints. A well that never runs dry. A truth that sets the captives free. A wisdom for life that never fails. This is why the theme for BASECAMP is ‘Wise up with Jesus’ – Strength & purpose through Jesus’ wisdom. Join us to find wisdom for your life that really works! Buy Tickets ›     Thanks to our 2025 Ministry Partners   Platinum       Gold

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On a break? Get a ticket for BASECAMP No images? Click here   On a break?    Get organised for BASECAMP so you’re set for August. You’ll also get the best rate (winner!) Buy Tickets Now ›     Save the date   Are you starting to fill your new 2025 diary or calendar?  Make sure you add in the dates for BASECAMP this year!   Need something to watch or listen to?   Are you scrolling through subscription services for something to watch or listen to?  Spend your summer break being strengthened and encouraged in your faith – download our KCC One App and get free access to talks, devotionals and inspiring Christian testimonies. Subscribe and you’ll be able to access our most recent content, including talks from BASECAMP 2024!    Further Info ›     Thanks to our 2025 Ministry Partners   Platinum       Gold

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No images? Click here     Happy Christmas!  We hope that this Christmas you will take every opportunity to treasure God’s goodness to us, and to show His grace, mercy and open-handed generosity to others, in His name. Watch a Christmas message from BASECAMP Committee Chairman, L-T Hopper. Watch Now ›     Encourage a brother   Not sure what to get your mate for Christmas? Encourage a brother in their walk with God with a gift card towards BASECAMP in 2025. Visit our website for further details. Gift Card Options ›     Christmas Office Closure   Please note that the Katoomba Christian Convention (KCC) office will be closed from Monday 23 December and will reopen on Monday 6 January 2025. We’d like to wish you a blessed Christmas and restful start to the New Year!     Thanks to our 2025 Ministry Partners   Platinum       Gold

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It’s time to get refuelled (December edition) No images? Click here     It’s time to get refuelled   Their world had turned upside down. Their last 3 years had been dedicated to being with Jesus, 24/7. They had given up everything to follow him. And now he was dead. Not only was he dead, they had watched him die – the most terrible, humiliating death. Can you imagine how they must have been feeling? The trauma, the sadness, the uncertainty, the despair, the fear? As the risen Jesus enters through the locked door of the upper room where his disciples were hiding, what is the first thing he says to them? "Peace with with you." In fact, Jesus repeats this phrase two more times (read John 20:19-27). Of course, anyone can say "Peace be with you," but these words come with power when they are spoken by the Prince of Peace. "For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Isaiah 9:6 What a comfort it must have been to see his face and hear those words. While we do not see his face (yet), these words are for us, too. Whatever we are facing. However we are feeling. Peace be with you this Christmas. L-T Hopper P.S. Registrations for BASECAMP 2025 have opened! Get your tickets at the lowest price here (what a great present idea, hint hint 😉).     Snippets Advent meditations. This four-week guide examines peace from four different perspectives. Each week contains a reading from Scripture followed by a simple reflection, questions, and guided prayer. Read. 3 Things No One Ever Told You About Making Friends in Adulthood. If you’re struggling to find pals as a grown-up, here are three lessons on the subject, found through our own process of trial and error. Read. Start the Day Happy in God. Your desires and delights are not hardwired. They are pliable. You can reshape and recondition them. You can retrain them. Read. The Measure of a Man. When men are seen and loved by men they find to be credible, they’ve caught the golden snitch. They’ve won the cup. Their hearts belong to that man. Read.     Watch Grace liberates your identity:   Reflect C.S. Lewis on temptation: "The wisest man in the Bible fell into sexual sin, the strongest man in the Bible fell to sexual sin, and the godliest man in the Bible fell to sexual sin. For me to think I’m above falling into this sin is to think that I’m wiser than Solomon, stronger than Samson, and godlier than King David." Voddie Baucham Respond Send us your response and let us know: Which of this month’s resources was most helpful for you? Seen a good resource that you’d like to share with us?       Refuel is a monthly email with resources to help you live well as a Christian man. It is connected to BASECAMP Men’s Conference — a ministry of Katoomba Christian Convention (KCC).         Enjoyed this email? Share it with someone else who would benefit.

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