August 10-17
Meet our Keynote Speaker
Glen Scrivener is a speaker, author, and filmmaker. Originally from Australia, Glen now lives in the UK where he leads Speak Life, a ministry passionate about making Jesus known through words, media, and storytelling. His talks are engaging, thought-provoking, and grounded in the gospel.
Here’s what’s happening:
8am, 15th August
In Partnership with City Bible Forum.
🕗 8:00am Ann Street Presbyterian Church, 143 Ann Street
🍽️ Breakfast provided Cost: To Be Confirmed
Good News Breakfast is open to anyone who's curious about life, faith, and where hope truly comes from. Whether you're exploring Christianity for the first time or just looking for a thoughtful conversation to start your Friday, you’re invited.
We’ll be hearing from Glen Scrivener, a UK-based speaker, author, and filmmaker, who specialises in unpacking big ideas in accessible and engaging ways. He’ll be speaking on where hope has come from, and why it might be more grounded than you think. Come along, bring a friend, and discover why the good news might really be good.
12pm, 15th August
In Partnership with UQ Evangelical Students.
Where does hope come from?
🗓️ Friday 15 August 2025 | 🕖 12:00pm
📍TBC, UQ
In a world that often feels uncertain, divided, or overwhelming — is there still a reason to hope?
Come along to our UQ Lunchtime event where we’ll hear from Glen Scrivener, a UK-based speaker and filmmaker known for tackling life’s biggest questions with clarity, warmth, and wit. In this session, Glen will explore where our sense of hope comes from, and whether there's a deeper story behind the longings we all share.
There will be time for Q&A, so bring your questions, your curiosity, and a friend. Whether you're a person of faith or just exploring ideas, this is a great time to think, connect, and reflect.
7pm, 15th August
In Partnership with Presbyterian Youth & Kids Event
🗓️ Friday Night 📍 Living Church, Carina
🎉 Youth from across SE QLD | Bible | Community | Fun
Get ready for an unforgettable night!
Combo Night 2025 is a huge combined youth group night for high schoolers across South East Queensland. Whether you’ve been coming to youth group for years or you’re checking it out for the first time, you’re invited to join hundreds of others for a night packed with energy, connection, and truth.
We’ll have heaps of fun, time to hang out, and most importantly — we’ll open the Bible and hear Glen Scrivener speak about real hope and the good news of Jesus.
So grab your friends, your youth leaders, and your crew. We can’t wait to see you there!
9am, 16th August
🎤 With Glen Scrivener
🗓️ Saturday 16 August 2025 | 🕘 9:00am – 11:30am
📍 Ann Street Presbyterian Church, 143 Ann Street, Brisbane
How do we speak about Jesus in a world like ours — secular, sceptical, and overflowing with opinions?
Good News Training is a morning designed to equip anyone who wants to share the gospel — whether you're a pastor, church member, ministry trainee, or student. All are welcome.
We’ll be hearing from Glen Scrivener, a UK-based evangelist, author, and filmmaker known for his clear and creative communication of the gospel. Glen will help us understand the cultural moment we’re living in — and how to bring the good news of Jesus to it with wisdom and confidence.
If you want to grow in sharing the hope of Christ, this morning is for you.
7pm, 16th August
Where Hope Comes From
🗓️ Saturday 16 August 2025 | 🕖 7:00pm
📍TBC, Brisbane
We all want to believe that hope is possible — that things can get better, that people matter, that love wins. But in a world that often feels chaotic, fragile, and divided… where does that kind of hope actually come from?
You're invited to an evening that explores the surprising roots of the values many of us hold dear.
Join us as we explore the deep questions of life, hope, and belief with Glen Scrivener — a UK-based author, speaker, and filmmaker known for his engaging talks and honest approach to life’s biggest questions.
Come with your doubts. Come with your questions. Come and hear what might just be the best news you’ve never heard.
Glen will be preaching at all 4 services at the Ann Street Presbyterian Church.
8, 930, 11 and 5pm services, 17th August
🗓️ Sunday 17 August 2025 | 🕖 8am, 930am, 11am and 5pm
📍 Ann Street Presbyterian Church, 143 Ann Street, Brisbane
