Hope International Ministries

Hope International Ministries

We are thrilled to announce that GLC24 will be closely intertwined with HIM Thailand Camp, offering an incredible opportunity for international delegates. As such this means:

  1. All international Life Group Leaders and above are invited to join GLC24 on 2 May and then continue with Thai Camp from 3-6 May.
  2. All international members who are non-leaders are invited to join Thai Camp from 3-6 May.
  3. For those of you who are bringing your children, there will be children’s program from 2-6 May.
  4. For planning purposes, please take note that meals (2 Tea Breaks, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner) is provided during GLC24 on 2 May only. For the Thai Camp, meals can be purchased from all the local food stalls at the convention center.

Program
Registration
Travel
FAQs

Program

Adult's Program overview

2 May
GLC24 Sessions from morning until evening

3 May
Thai Camp Sessions from after lunch until evening

4  May
Thai Camp Sessions from morning until evening with a Pastor & Coordinator Gathering in the afternoon.

(Note: The Pastor & Coordinator Gathering is open to Pastors & Coordinators only).

5 May
Thai Camp Sessions from morning until evening.

6 May
Thai Camp Session in the morning

Detailed program overview coming soon!

Children's Program overview

On 2 May, the children will be visiting National Astronomical Park at Chiangmai (NARIT) in the morning. and Chiangmai Night Safari at late afternoon. For more information about NARIT and Chiang Mai Night Safari, visit the links below.  Transport, drink and meals for the day are provided. 

The children’s program from 3-6 May will take place at the convention center. This offers a unique opportunity for children, both from Thailand and international churches, to engage in enjoyable activities and learn together.

NARIT
Night Safari

2 May
Outings to National Astronomical Park and Night Safari from morning until evening

 3 May
Program from after lunch until evening at the convention centre

4 May
Program from morning until evening at the convention centre

5 May
Program from morning until evening at the convention centre

6 May
Program in the morning at the convention centre

 

Detailed program overview coming soon!

Registration

glc24 x Thai Camp [2-6 may]

Open to LGLs and above only

International Leaders

Above 25 years old
฿2800
฿ 1800 Early Bird
(1 Dec 2023 - 29 Feb 2024)
  • Use of Convention Hall
  • Tea breaks (2 May only)
  • Lunch (2 May only)
  • Dinner (2 May only)

International Leaders

13-25 years old
฿2800
฿ 1000 Early Bird
(1 Dec 2023 - 29 Feb 2024)
  • Use of Convention Hall
  • Tea breaks (2 May only)
  • Lunch (2 May only)
  • Dinner (2 May only)

International Children

5-12 years old
฿2000
฿ 1500 Early Bird
(1 Dec 2023 - 29 Feb 2024)
  • Use of Convention Hall
  • Tea breaks (2-6 May)
  • Lunches (2-6 May)
  • Dinners (2-6 May)
  • Entry to NARIT (2 May)
  • Entry to Night Safari (2 May)
  • Transportation Fees

Thai Camp [3-6 may]

Open to all members of HIM churches

International Members

13 years old & above
฿600
฿ 500 Early Bird
(1 Dec 2023 - 29 Feb 2024)
  • Use of Convention Hall

International Children

5-12 years old
฿450
฿ 350 Early Bird
(1 Dec 2023 - 29 Feb 2024)
  • Use of Convention Hall
  • Tea breaks
  • Lunches
  • Dinners

Registration method

The registration shall be centralised by church. The registration form will be sent to your pastor on 1 December 2023. Kindly register through your church. Please take note of the following:


All international churches that are outside of Asia 4 (Thailand & Myanmar) and Asia 6 (Indo-China), are to submit registration to HIM. 

Churches from Asia 4 and Asia 6 (including their daughter churches) shall submit registration to HIM Thailand. Registration for Asia 4 & Asia 6 shall open in January 2024. Please refer to HIM Thailand.


For enquiries, contact byhim.office@gmail.com

Travel and Accommodation

Conference venue

Chiang Mai International Exhibition and Convention Centre

District 456 ถนน ช้างเผือก Tambon Chang Phueak,
Mueang Chiang Mai District,
Chiang Mai 50300,
Thailand

Travel advisory

Travel Arrangements:

For those joining GLC24 &Thai Camp, arrive in Chiang Mai latest by 1 May as GLC24 starts on 2 May morning.

For those joining Thai Camp only, please arrive in Chiang Mai latest by 3 May morning, as Thai Camp starts on 3 May afternoon (after lunch).

Accommodation recommendations

Please make arrangements for your own accommodation during your stay. There are several hotels conveniently located near the convention site. Some options include:


Green Lake Resort Chiang Mai 

We Valley Boutique Hotel 

Hinoki Hotel 

Huen Jao Ban Hotel

B2 Black Business Hotel


Please note that room rates may vary. We recommend reading through reviews before making your booking.

Transport

We apologize that we are unable to offer airport pickup or daily transportation between the hotel and the convention site. If you plan to use e-hailing services, we recommend traveling in groups for convenience and safety. We are in the process of compiling a list of contact information for church members who provide e-hailing services and will share it with you when it is completed.

FAQs

If you are and LGL and above and attending GLC24, registration starts at 8.00 am on 2 May. Once you’re registered for this, you’ll also be registered for Thai Camp.

If you are a non-leader or not attending GLC24, please take note that Thai Camp registration starts at 11.00 am on 3 May.

Yes, translation services will be provided via Zoom. Please install Zoom on your mobile device and bring along earphones. It is recommended that you bring a power bank to charge your devices as well.

Chiang Mai is reasonably safe, however it is best to be cautious and not travel alone. 

Please note that the registration rate remains unchanged regardless of your departure date, as we do not offer separate rates for individual days.

You may leave earlier if necessary. Nonetheless, we strongly recommend pastors and coordinators to join the Pastor & Coordinator Gathering on May 4 before your departure.

Countdown to GLC24

Days

Ps Brendan Kirby

Brendan and Helen Kirby are the founding pastors of Hope Church in Adelaide. Brendan became a Christian in 1984, and joined Hope Melbourne in 1991. In the 80’s Brendan trained in physics at The University Of Melbourne, and graduated with a PhD in 1989. Since then he has worked as a post doctoral fellow and research scientist for about 23 years in various government research organizations. He married Helen in 1994, and in early 1998 they moved to Adelaide plant the Hope Church together while they both were working. He resigned his job as a research scientist for the Australian Defence in 2012 to work full time as a pastor.  Brendan is passionate about building and planting churches, and oversees churches in Perth, West Africa, Central Africa and India.

Ps Lance Wolter

Ps Lance & Belle were married in 2006 while pioneering Hope Church Gold Coast. As time went on they began to also become more and more involved helping with other churches in Australia and missional work (especially in Africa). In late 2018, they both took a leap of faith and relocated to Southern Africa to help churches in that region to become more fruitful in discipleship and the multiplication of churches. They are currently serving over 180 churches in Southern and Eastern Africa as well as churches in Gold Coast, New South Wales and ACT (Australia). Lance and Belle are passionate about pioneering community empowerment and social justice projects for the poorest of the poor. The family is also blessed with two beautiful children, Michael and Hadessah.

Ps Chaiyapruck Pewruangnont

Pastor Chaiyapruck Pewruangnont came to know Jesus Christ in 1988 at Hope of Bangkok church when he was a high school student. After he graduated with a Bachelor Degree of Architechure from KMITL Bangkok, he was trained and sent out to be the pastor of Hope of Hatyai church in 1996. He then moved to be a regional pastor at Hope Nakornrachasima and oversaw the North East region of Thailand. In 2000, he moved to Hope Bangkok church to join the pastoral team and oversaw the North region of Bangkok. In 2002, he moved back to Hatyai again and oversaw the Southern and North East of Thailand. He is currently the Vice President of HIM Thailand. Pastor Chaiyapruck is married to Pastor Patcharee. They have 2 daughters.

Ps Chuchat Chaisombat

Pastor Chuchat Chaisombat grew up in Payao, Northern Thailand.  After graduating in Economics, he started to serve God as a full-time pastoral staff.  He now lives with his wife Siriphorn in Chiangmai. He graduated in Master of Ministry from Bangkok Bible Seminary (BBS). He is currently the President of HIM Thailand, and leads the HIM churches in Thailand. Chuchat enjoys pioneering churches and discipleship.  He has a deep desire to inspire and help Christ-followers to be passionate for God and to serve Him until their last breath.

Ps James Loke

James Loke graduated in economics and worked in the central bank in Singapore. He then received a sovereign call to serve God in the mission field whence he travelled widely to preach and teach the Word of God. He is based in Singapore, where he serves God with his wife Christine. He oversees HIM churches in Thailand and the Philippines.  James believes that God wants His people to know Him well and to have a close relationship with Him and with fellow believers.  James desires Christ-followers to be passionate for God, mature in Christ and live pragmatic lives honouring Him.Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo.

Ps Prakich Treetasayuth

Pastor Prakich Treetasayuth received a Bachelor’s Degree of Science, majoring in Biochemistry, from Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. He was awarded a Master’s Degree of Philosophy in Theology from the Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society. After receiving Christ in Hope of Bangkok Church in 1988, he was committed to the church and its ministry in many areas including biblical studies. In 1995, he became a regional pastor and the Head of Publication, in charge of the church’s teaching materials. He was appointed as the Pastor over Student Ministry in 1999 until he relocated to Europe in 2004 in his new role as the Regional Pastor over Hope Europe. God called him back to Thailand in 2021 for an additional role as the General Secretary for Thailand Bible Society. Pastor Prakich is gifted in leadership, word of encouragement and as a shepherd and a teacher.

Ps Kwong Lie Ong

Pastor Ong Kwong Lie pioneered Hope Johor Bahru (in Malaysia) in the year 1993. With a humble beginning of 1 person, today the church consists of more than 200 members and is still growing. Besides pastoring Hope Johor Bahru, he also oversees daughter churches in the state of Johor and Malacca. God has also entrusted him to oversee churches in Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia and India. Pastor Kwong Lie graduated from Harvest Bible College in Melbourne with Diploma in Christian Ministry in 1991. He is married to Pastor Swee Min and they have 2 sons. Pastor Swee Min supports him in his pastoral role locally and internationally.

Ps Denis Lu

Pastor Denis Lu was one of the pioneering members of Hope Kuching with Pastor Simon, in 1992. He is currently the Senior Pastor of Hope Kuching. He oversees HIM churches in Malaysia. Denis graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce degree in 1991 from University Newcastle, Australia in 1991. He returned to Kuching, lectured at Stamford College and later became the College’s principal in 1995. He moved on to be an education counselor for Taylor’s College before entering full-time ministry in September 2001. Denis is married to Pastor Chong Hai Eng, who is also the Senior Manager in the HIM Elders’ Office. They have a son.

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Ps Simon Eng

Pastor Simon Eng is a Civil Engineer by training. He has been ministering for over 30 years. His experiences include pioneering Hope Kuching, mentoring leaders and pastors, and ministering in cross-cultural Regional Conferences. Pastor Simon is married to Pastor Lai Eng and they have 3 wonderful children, who are active in their faith as well. Pastor Simon is currently serving as the Senior Pastor of Hope Kuala Lumpur and an Elder in Hope International Ministries. He loves to build God’s people and travels extensively to minister and care for God’s churches.

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Ps Wilson Lim

Wilson and Lai Ling are founding pastors of Hope Church, a thriving multi-site church with its headquarters in Brisbane. Wilson is currently serving as President of HIM and oversees Hope churches in Oceania and North America.  Wilson is known for his lively, engaging expositional preaching, theological and leadership insights as well as apostolic father’s heart.  His passion is teaching, equipping leaders and building the church.  Wilson holds a PhD in Civil Engineering (Monash University) and a MTh (The University of Manchester). He was a research scientist with CSIRO. He also formerly served as a Bible College director and is currently the chairman of Australian Care & Trauma Services.  Lai Ling complements him in ministry with her passion in the areas of prophetic, intercession, pastoral care and counselling.  Together, they minister widely around the world today and founded a ministry equipping website wilsonlailing.com.  They have three adult children and 1 daughter-in-law.

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