A new evangelistic initiative is celebrating the legacy of Adventist mission in Australia by re-enacting the first-ever drive around the country, completed by Seventh-day Adventist literature evangelist Nevill Westwood in 1925.
Starting at Avondale University Church in Cooranbong (NSW) on February 21, Right Around Australia is taking Bubsie, a restored Citroën 5CV similar to the one Mr Westwood drove, across the country.
“This car will travel across the country, allowing people to see a piece of Australian history,” said Pastor Kevin Amos, a volunteer with the initiative. “It represents the ingenuity, courage and commitment of two young men who set out on a mission to share their faith.”
Led by independent supporting ministry The Incredible Journey (TIJ), the Right Around Australia project will take Bubsie to numerous towns and communities, sharing the story of Mr Westwood’s journey and distributing free Adventist literature and Bible courses.
The Australian Union Conference (AUC) is supporting the initiative by funding the production of The Overlander, the church’s sharing booklet for 2025 in Australia, which TIJ will also distribute at every stop.
AUC president Pastor Terry Johnson encouraged local churches to use Bubsie’s visit as an opportunity for community outreach.
“With nearly 270 churches involved, this is an opportunity to connect with the community,” said Pastor Johnson. “We’re encouraging churches to host programs like Bible studies, health events and evangelistic series when the car visits their area.”
For more information on Right Around Australia, visit the initiative’s website. To see when Bubsie and The Incredible Journey team will be coming to your city, check the route plan.
Additional bulk copies of The Overlander are available and can be ordered through your local conference’s Literature Ministries coordinator or online.
