Name: [FREE] IREC Melbourne Christmas Gospel Rally 2025
Start: 2025-11-23T10:00:00+11:00
End: 2025-11-23T12:00:00+11:00
Location: IREC

**The Paradox of Christmas - A Special Cultural Event**

Christmas is celebrated all around the world, but not everyone knows the deeper story behind it. This event, *The Paradox of Christmas*, is a bilingual presentation (English and Indonesian) that explores the surprising and meaningful themes behind the Christmas story — themes of humility, hope, and unexpected joy. It’s designed to be accessible for everyone, including those who do not come from a Christian background.
The speaker, **Rev. Budy Setiawan, M.Div**, will share insights on why Christmas is considered a paradox and how this ancient story still influences cultures and communities today.

**What to Expect?**

**1\. A welcoming atmosphere**
The service will be friendly and easy to follow. You won’t need any prior religious knowledge. Everything will be explained clearly.
**2\. A bilingual presentation**
The event will be conducted in both *English and Indonesian*, making it comfortable for students from different backgrounds.
**3\. A meaningful message**
The talk will highlight the contrast between the simplicity of the first Christmas and the lasting global impact it has today.
**4\. Community lunch**
After the service, everyone is invited to stay for lunch. This is a great chance to meet new people, practise English, and enjoy cultural hospitality.

**Why You Should Join?**

* Learn about the cultural meaning of Christmas in a clear, engaging way
* Improve your listening and speaking by joining a bilingual community
* Experience a welcoming environment with free lunch and friendly conversations
* Discover a perspective on Christmas you may have never heard before

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