Presenters:

 

Each of the presenters at the School of Preaching has extensive experience in the area of evangelisation and preaching, and are highly sought after as conference speakers.
	Bishop Julian Porteous Bishop Julian Porteous is Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Sydney. He has been actively involved in evangelisation for many years, particularly among young people. He is been an advocate of the New Evangelisation called for by Pope John Paul II and has organised two colloquiums on the New Evangelisation and organised a Congress on the New Evangelisation (SCENE) in 2009 and 2010. He is the author of a number of books including "The New Evangelisation, Developing Evangelical Preaching" (2008) and "A New Wine & Fresh Skins: Ecclesial Movements in the Church" (2010).
	Bruce Downes Bruce is known around the world as "The Catholic Guy", which became the name of his television show. He is a speaker and author who will laugh with you, cry with you, and leave you knowing where you want to go and what to do next. His presentations, whether on television or in writing, will uplift, inform and challenge you to move to a higher level of faith and life. He seeks to present church and gospel in ways that are understandable and relatable in today's world.
	Bec Crouch Bec is a powerful speaker, who ministers in the Church through roles with Emmanuel Community and NET Ministries. She is a regular keynote presenter at the Ignite Conference and other events.
	Robert Falzon Robert is the founder of MenAlive. He is a powerful speaker and a motivator with a message. He has the ability to encourage a call to action from all who hear him.
	Jan Heath Jan is a lay evangelist who has ministered extensively throughout Australia, Africa and the Pacific for over 15 years. She has a passion for Catholic evangelisation and the importance of Catholics to be ready to share their faith with people God brings them into contact with.
	Pat Keady Pat is Director of emmanuelworship and an author. He is a passionate speaker, and is involved in raising up young people for ministry in the Church.
	Shanelle Bennett Shanelle is Executive Director of NET Ministries Australia. She is a counsellor with over thirty years experience in youth ministry and pastoral care. She has spoken internationally about the Gospel message.
	Daniel Saban Daniel is the production manager for Transverb Studios, a Brisbane based Catholic multimedia production house initiated by Christian Supplies. He is passionate about creating powerful and compelling resources that break open the gospel message. He has had the opportunity to participate in productions on several continents and is currently producing multimedia for the Archdiocese of Brisbane.
	Roby Curtis Roby is the Ministry Coordinator of blind eye ministries. His passion for serving the poor and disadvantaged and creating opportunities of church and community for them has led him to ministry in Brisbane, Darwin and Santa Teresa. He is also a prolific songwriter and recording artist, whose songs reflect his passion for God and justice for those in need.
We regret that Shayne Bennett is no longer able to present at the School of Preaching due to an international commitment which has arisen. We apologise for any disappointment this may cause.