Summit is the peak annual gathering of CCVT churches, agencies, and members to be inspired and trained, to participate in the AGM, and to connect with each other. It is held in May each year, in different locations, and attendance is encouraged by all leaders in our churches and agencies.
‘Fearless’ Summit 2025
The ‘Fearless’ CCVT Summit will be held at Kardinia Church, Geelong on May 21-22 2025.
Guest Speaker:
Richard Black BA, BD, BTh (Hons), MCouns (distinction), MNZAC
Richard is the founder and director of Mind Health, an organisation empowering churches and church leaders to make a greater Kingdom difference. He has always had a heart for the growth and wellbeing of churches, their leaders, and their people. He was part of the team who set up Forge, which provides training and support for missional endeavours.
Richard is a counsellor and communicator, and has been involved in people work for over 25 years. He holds a Masters in Counselling and has just completed his Bachelor of Theology Honours dissertation. Richard has been involved in pastoral ministry for many years and understands the everyday struggles that people face and the demands on church leaders. He has the knack of being able to communicate complex issues in a way that is practical and easy to understand.
Richard is the creator of significant courses on Pastoral Transformation and Leadership Transformation. Richard’s ‘Here’s a Thought’ segment is broadcast each week on New Zealand radio. He is passionate about seeing churches fulfil their God -given purpose and has authored two books: Centred: Knowing who you are in an off-balanced world, and There’s a Happy Moon in My Side (children’s book). Richard is married to Jennifer, and they have 3 adult children.