“For if their rejection means the reconciliation of the world, what will their acceptance mean but life from the dead?” (Romans 11:15, ESV)

Theme: “The Promise of Revival: From Israel to the Nations”

When: 28 – 30 November, 2025

Where: Caulfield South, VIC (Friday) and Clayton, VIC (Saturday)

Join us for Simcha 2025, our annual National Messianic Conference. This year, our theme is: “The Promise of Revival: From Israel to the Nations”.

Experience the music of SOLU, an anointed worship team coming to us from Israel. Be inspired by international and local speakers as they unpack what God’s Word reveals about Israel’s salvation—bringing blessing and revival to the world (Romans 11:12, 15).

Enjoy an intimate night with SOLU on the Friday night, then an all-day teaching conference on Saturday with our guest speakers. End Saturday with our SOLU concert, being enriched and renewed by the Holy Spirit through worship. Finally, as an optional add-on, join us for a tour around the “Jewish Heart of Melbourne” on Sunday.

Since the war began on October 7, 2023, Australia has been bombarded with troubling news from Israel. But at Simcha 2025, we want to bring Good News from Israel—and shine a light on what God is doing in the Land today.

A revival is beginning to stir in Israel—one that is not only transforming lives there, but impacting the world. Jews and Arabs are coming together in worship. The Gospel is going forth with boldness. A second-generation move of the Holy Spirit is rising among young Israelis.

Let’s be encouraged by what the Word of God declares about end-time revival flowing out of Israel. Let’s lift up the name of Yeshua together, as we’re led in worship by SOLU, a powerful worship team from Israel carrying a fresh anointing.

We’ll be hosted by two wonderful venues in Caulfield on Friday and Clayton on Saturday. Specific details will be sent to you with your ticket.

Join us at Simcha 2025—and be strengthened by the Promise of Revival: From Israel to the Nations.

If you can’t come for the Simcha conference in person or if you would like to watch the Friday night session online, you can register for our livestream using the link below:

SPECIAL GUEST SPEAKER

Vladimir Pikman

Vladimir Pikman is the founding Executive Director of Beit Sar Shalom in Germany. Beit Sar Shalom partners with Celebrate Messiah and our sister ministry, Chosen People Ministries. Vladimir was also the founding President of the German Messianic Jewish Alliance and is the Vice-President of the International Messianic Jewish Alliance. He also serves Chosen People Global Ministries by coordinating the ministry in Western and Eastern Europe. Mr. Pikman’s desire is to lead people to the Lord, to find and equip new ministers, and to start new messianic ministries worldwide. We are so grateful that he will visit us from Germany to share a special message for Simcha.

GUEST SPEAKER

Lawrence Hirsch

Lawrence is the founder of Celebrate Messiah, where he serves as Executive Director and Messianic Rabbi of Beit HaMashiach in Melbourne. Lawrence, a Jewish believer in Yeshua, was raised in a traditional Jewish home in South Africa and had his Bar Mitzvah at thirteen. After immigrating to Australia, he came to faith in Messiah in Melbourne—amazingly, at the same time, his childhood sweetheart Louise also came to faith while still in South Africa. They married a year later and settled in Melbourne, where they now raise their four children. After five years of ministry training and service in South Africa, the Hirsch family returned to Australia in 1994 to pursue their vision of sharing the gospel with Jewish people. Celebrate Messiah was established in 1995, and since then, Lawrence and Louise have helped plant several Messianic congregations and have led many Jewish people to faith in Yeshua. Lawrence is also actively involved in mission work in Israel, Russia, New Zealand, and South Africa.

GUEST SPEAKER

Paul Cohen

Paul Cohen was born in the Netherlands and later moved to Israel, where he studied briefly at a Yeshiva in Jerusalem. Paul has studied at various Bible schools and has volunteered or worked with several ministries focused on sharing the gospel with the Jewish people. He is passionate about helping his people know the love and grace of their Messiah and teaching the Bible from a Jewish perspective. Paul and Sue founded Brit Chadashah, a Messianic congregation in Sydney now known as Beit Shalom, which he led for several years. He currently lectures in Biblical theology and Jewish studies at Western Sydney Bible School and teaches online with the Messianic Training Centre.

SPECIAL MUSICAL PERFORMANCE

SOLU

SOLU is a worship team from Israel. Their journey began in Jerusalem at Succat Hallel, a 24/7 house of prayer. There, spiritually hungry teenagers gathered weekly to worship and cry out to God. From these humble beginnings, their ministry expanded from prayer rooms to the streets of Jerusalem, and now to nations worldwide. Their music and ministry pave a highway to prepare the way of the Lord. SOLU is comprised of both Jewish Israeli and Arab Israeli bandmembers, highlighting the unity we may experience in the body of Christ. SOLU will join us as part of their larger Down Under Tour 2025.

SPECIAL:

“Jewish Tour of Melbourne”

THIS EVENT HAS SOLD OUT. This year, we’re inviting attendees to explore the Eruv—the Jewish heart of Melbourne. Join us for a special “Jewish Tour of Melbourne” on Sunday, 30 November and discover the rich heritage and vibrant life of the local Jewish community. The tour includes transportation throughout the Eruv, a guided visit to the Jewish Museum of Australia, and stops at key Jewish landmarks.

SPECIAL:

Simcha 2025 Youth Camp

During Simcha 2025, Celebrate Messiah will host a special Youth Camp for Years 7 – 12 at Mill Valley Ranch in Tynong North, Victoria. The youth camp will be a joyful time for young believers in Yeshua to come together and grow in their faith. You can learn more at our Youth Camp page. Please note that youth will need to register for Youth Camp separately from the Simcha 2025 form.

Conference Schedule

This is a tentative schedule that is subject to change.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Will Simcha 2025 sessions be livestreamed?

Sessions will be recorded and you will be notified after the event how to access them.

• Where should I stay during Simcha 2025?

On-site accommodation is not possible this year, but you will be able to book nearby hotels and AirBnBs anywhere between Caulfield to Clayton for easy accessibility.

• How do I get to the venue?

Friday will be located in Caulfield South. Saturday will be held in Clayton. Sunday will be an optional add-on tour of “A Jewish Tour of Melbourne” (now sold out). Specific details will be sent with your ticket at a later time.

• Are meals included in the registration cost?

Morning and afternoon tea, as well as supper, are included with your ticket. A lunch buffet for Saturday is an additional cost. Saturday’s dinner is On Your Own. There are many takeaways, cafes, and restaurants near our venue in Clayton.

• Will there be free time during the weekend?

If you would like to do some sightseeing around Melbourne, we suggest getting to Melbourne early or giving yourself time at the end of the weekend before going home. We have a packed schedule from Friday to Saturday, as well as Sunday morning for those attending the “Jewish Tour of Melbourne” (now sold out).

• Do I need to book tickets for each day of the conference?

No. You may purchase a Friday – Saturday ticket, with the Sunday “Jewish Tour of Melbourne” as an additional cost (now sold out).

• Will there be a shuttle service for attendees coming interstate?

No, as interstate attendees will need to find accommodation off-site.

• Will there be a separate Youth Camp like Simcha 2023?

Yes! You may find more information about our special Youth Camp 2025 here. Youth who live locally to Mill Valley Ranch will be able to drop-off and pick-up directly at the camp, while all other youth will be shuttled to the camp.

• Will there be childcare at Simcha 2025?

There will be a children’s program during the Saturday sessions only.

• Can I attend for only one or two sessions?

No. You may purchase a Friday – Saturday ticket with the Sunday “Jewish Tour of Melbourne” as an additional cost.