SHAPEWEEK
Shape Week is not a conference—it’s a call to the deep end.
A space to stop and hear God's voice, rediscover your soul, and get back to your purpose. Join artists, theologians, worship leaders, and creatives for a time of Spirit-filled formation and cultural imagination.
Over 4 days, we’ll explore what it means to be led by the Spirit, rooted in the gospel, and shaped for mission in today’s world.
OCTOBER 3-6 ( OCT 6 is a special SHAPE KIDS EVENT)
1 Corinthians 2:6–16 (ESV)
But, as it is written,
“What no eye has seen, nor ear heard,
nor the heart of man imagined,
what God has prepared for those who love him”—
10 these things God has revealed to us through the Spirit.
For the Spirit searches everything, even the deep things of God.
KEY CONTRIBUTORS
Dr. Ally Cawthorn is a trusted voice in spiritual formation, contemplative prayer, and pastoral leadership. With a PhD in Theology and years of experience guiding individuals and churches into deeper intimacy with God, Ally brings a rare blend of academic depth and Spirit-led discernment.
She trains pastors across denominational lines in the art of spiritual direction, inner healing, and the "with-God" life. Her sessions at Shape Week are designed to awaken holy attentiveness, cultivate discernment, and help leaders create communities where depth is normal.
Spiritual Director • Theologian • Leader of Leaders
Dr. Ally Cawthorn
Dr. Vangel (Van) Shore has spent over two decades cultivating environments where the Holy Spirit moves freely—both in academic settings and the local church. As a theologian and pastor, Van carries a unique gift for bridging charismatic experience with biblical faithfulness.
He leads teams into deeper prayer, prophetic insight, and cultural renewal. At Shape Week, Van will help us recover a vision of life led by the Spirit—radically open to God’s voice, rooted in Scripture, and ignited for mission.
Pastor • Theologian • Spirit-Empowered Leader
Dr. Vangel Shore
Dr. Adam Dodds
Dr. Adam Dodds is a Senior Lecturer in Theology and author of The Mission of the Church and the Propagation of the Faith. Born in New Zealand, raised in secular Europe, and shaped by global mission, Adam speaks prophetically into the challenges of Western post-Christianity.
His teaching is marked by intellectual clarity, theological fire, and missionary urgency. He helps the church recover its confidence in the gospel while reckoning honestly with cultural shifts. Expect to be stretched, unsettled, and deeply grounded.
Theologian • Author • Pastor
Chris Maisano
ART DIRECTOR
Chris Maisano is a Sydney-based art director and designer with over 15 years’ experience spanning agencies, global brands, and the church. Starting his career in Melbourne with clients like Sportsgirl, Adidas, and Sofitel, he went on to lead creative for brands including Honda, Lindt, and Samsung. After running his own creative studio, Chris’ life was transformed by faith in Jesus, leading to sobriety in 2017 and Bible College. Today, he serves as Art Director at Alpha Australia, shaping campaigns and resources that help people explore life, faith, and meaning.
MORE TO BE
ANNOUNCED
Romans 8:14–16 (NLT)
For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God.
15 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!”
16 The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God.
WHAT TO EXPECT
FRIDAY NIGHT from 5:30 Happy hour and 6PM Start
Come Holy Spirit: Worship, Wonder, and the Word.
Shape Week opens in worship and wonder. Led by guest worship leaders and joined by Dr. Van Shore, we’ll gather for a night of beautiful worship, prophetic insight, and prayer that awakens us to the Spirit’s leading.
SATURDAY MORNING 10am a meet and greet and 10:30 for content start.
A Journey into Imaginative Prayer
Join Ally Cawthorn as she leads us into the rich practice of imaginative contemplation—a way of praying with the Gospels that engages the heart, mind, and senses. Expect moments of silence, shared reflection, and Spirit-led rest.
SATURDAY CREATIVE LEADERS LUNCH from 12:30 at the VitaNova.
Lunch with Chris: Spirit-Led Creativity in Culture
What does it mean to create with God, not just for Him? Over lunch, Chris Maisano will host an open discussion for anyone navigating leadership or calling in creative fields—offering practical insight and soulful reflection for artists and innovators shaped by the Spirit.
SATURDAY ARVO from 2pm.
Listening for God: A Practical Workshop on the Prophetic With Dr. Ally Cawthorn
What does it mean to cultivate a prophetic culture that is Spirit-led, grounded, and safe? In this workshop, Ally will teach on the purpose of the prophetic in the Church, then guide us through gentle activation exercises and shared reflection as we practice listening for God together.
SATURDAY EVENING from 5:30 happy hour and a 6pm Dinner
Hosted by Luke, Chris Maisano, And other special guests.
Join us around the long tables for a shared meal filled with laughter, stories of transformation, and the beauty of a big communion. This is a night for friends and families—kids welcome!—to celebrate how far we have come, honor people, reflect, and be reminded of what really matters.
Choose your own price for this meal—we want everyone at the table.
SUNDAY MORNING - NO SERVICES - GET READY FOR A HUGE FINISH TO SHAPE WEEK.
SUNDAY ARVO - A DEEP DIVE INTO SOME OF THE BIGGEST THEOLOGICAL QUESTIONS from 1PM
SESSION #1 Gospel and Western Culture – Missionary Encounter
With Dr. Adam Dodds
What happens when the gospel meets a post-Christian West? In this theologically rich session, Dr. Dodds explores how Christianity has shaped Western civilization, where it now stands, and what it means to engage our own culture as a mission field.
Bring a notepad—this one will stretch you.
SESSION #2 What About Those Who’ve Never Heard?
With Dr. Adam Dodds
What happens to those who’ve never heard the gospel? Why does this question matter for mission, justice, and the character of God? In this session, Dr. Dodds explores global salvation, missionary motivation, and a brief theology of hell.
Followed by Q&A.
SUNDAY EVENING - A GRAND FINAL SESSION from 5-7pm ( Dinner Available for the fam)
Final Worship Night: Deep End
With Ally Cawthorn + Guest worship leaders
An extended night of worship, prophetic ministry, and Spirit-led response. This is not just another session—it's a sacred space to get into the deep end with God. This session is calling out - Choose me!
Come expectant. For some, this will be an awakening. For others, healing. For many, a radical sense of calling.
No filters. No distractions. Just a stake-in-the-ground moment of surrender and presence.
SAVE THE DATE FOR A TIME THAT WILL MARK YOU FOR THE FUTURE.
OCTOBER3-6
SHAPE KIDS INTO COMING SOON