Wesleyan World Missions is the overseas missions arm of the Wesleyan Methodist Church of Australia. We are focussed on Equipping and Empowering national leaders for maximum Impact within the Pacific region.
Noro Training Centre
This is the hub of the developing Wesleyan Methodist church in the Solomon Islands.
Together with Wesleyan World Missions we are working towards a self funding, sustainable centre that will impact more than just the church, but the local community, the nation and in fact the Pacific Region. This will be through development of business projects to create income for the centre, local community development projects in conjunction with local Govt and NGO’s. It is also hoped that a local Kindergarten and Christian School can be started on site.
The Theological and Leadership Training Centre under the direction of Australian Career Missionary Rev. David Collins continues to make ground and influence the Christian Community. We can all play a part in supporting this vital project.
David Collins
As I look back over time, I believe God has been preparing me to serve Him in cross-cultural ministry all my life. In more recent years, this understanding has become clearer as I’ve involved myself in short-term mission trips to various Pacific nations. By living in the Solomon Islands, I see myself equipping and empowering leaders, who will develop effective theological education through the new ministry training centre being established at Noro.
David Collins
As I look back over time, I believe God has been preparing me to serve Him in cross-cultural ministry all my life. In more recent years, this understanding has become clearer as I’ve involved myself in short-term mission trips to various Pacific nations. By living in the Solomon Islands, I see myself equipping and empowering leaders, who will develop effective theological education through the new ministry training centre being established at Noro.
Richard Soto
Richard Soto has been selected by the National Church of the Solomon Islands to complete his Bachelor of Theology Degree at the Christian Leaders Training College in PNG. The combined efforts of the SI and Australian Churches in supporting his family as they live in PNG through 2017 and 2018 to complete his studies will ensure that Richard can help with the training of leaders in the Solomons in the years ahead.
Read their June 2017 Newsletter click here
Alister and Elaine Moss
Alister and Elaine Moss have made an incredible difference as Volunteer Site Building Manager at the Noro Training centre over the last 5 years They expect to finish up in 2024, are you their replacement?
Alister and Elaine Moss
Alister and Elaine Moss have moved to Noro to head up the Building Project of the new Training Centre in Noro. After retiring from running their family building business of 45 years they are now volunteering for at least 12 months to help with this vital new project for the Church in the Solomon Islands.
Want a tropical retreat to sit and enjoy the sun setting over the still waters, away from the normal tourist hustle and bustle?
A 3 hour direct flight from Brisbane to Munda and a 30 minute drive will get you to Still Waters Guest House, Noro.
This is a unique home stay type set up that is on the edge of the campus of the Noro Training Centre.
Just $1000AUD per week during this Christmas new year season. Mid Dec to mid Feb dates available.
Completely off grid but with Solar and battery power, plenty of tank water and now even has high speed Wi-Fi available* if you desire.
Traditional Meals can be provided* by local women. Local shops have the essentials.
Fully self contained and can accommodate up to 4 people, 5 at a pinch.
Facilities include stove, oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, smart TV and fans in every room. (Sorry no A/C!) office, all linen, all kitchenware and of course the verandah with THE view.
This is definitely not 5 star. But a true island experience, living in the community and a chance to unwind down to ‘Island time’.
Read that book, or even write that book!
Day trips for scuba diving, or local island resort outings can be arranged in advance at separate cost.
Vehicle available to hire for occasional use*.
Pick up from airport can be arranged*.
The guest house is on the property of the training centre run by the Wesleyan Methodist Church. When no volunteers or staff are using this house, it is available for short term stays.
*additional charges apply
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Rev. Dallas Thomas
Dallas and Ruth Thomas worked as missionaries with the Wesleyan Church, based in Papua New Guinea for three years in the early 1990’s. Upon their return to Australia, they established World Hope International, while Dallas also served in the elected role of National Director of Wesleyan World Missions. He has worked as General Manager at Vonex Telecom up until recently when moving to part time remote work. This has allowed them to volunteer their time and skills in various parts of the world, but most recently at the Noro Training Centre.
Dallas continues to serve part time as the Missions Director. He is passionate about the development and structuring of National Church Leadership and business development in a sustainable way. Dallas and Ruth have three children and six grandchildren.
National Director of Wesleyan World Missions
Bougainville
After the pioneering efforts of Frank and Ruth Midavaine over 25 years ago to form the Wesleyan Methodist Church of Bougainville, the New Zealand Wesleyan Church took over the primary responsibility for the development of Theological Education. In 2022 they appointed Australian Rev. Kevin Brown to a part time role to continue as Education Advisor to the church in Bougainville.
We again have the privilege to support our brothers and sisters there through Kevin.
Rev. Dallas Thomas
Dallas and Ruth Thomas worked as missionaries with the Wesleyan Church, based in Papua New Guinea for three years in the early 1990’s. Upon their return to Australia, they established World Hope International, while Dallas also served in the elected role of National Director of Wesleyan World Missions. Dallas is General Manager at Vonex Telecom whilst continuing to serve part time as the Missions Director. He is passionate about the development and structuring of National Church Leadership in a sustainable way. Dallas and Ruth have three children and three grandchildren.
Rev. Dallas Thomas
National Director of Wesleyan World Missions
