{"id":6,"date":"2017-09-26T23:37:56","date_gmt":"2017-09-26T23:37:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sawp\/?page_id=6"},"modified":"2026-06-30T13:35:41","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T04:05:41","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x1f3cd;&#xfe0f; Who We Are<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Christian Motorcyclists Association of Australia \u2013 South Australia (CMA SA)<\/strong> is a fellowship of Christian motorcyclists united by a love of riding and a desire to follow Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are part of a nationwide network of riders who encourage one another in faith, friendship, and service. Our members come from a variety of churches, backgrounds, occupations, and riding styles, reflecting our motto:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>&#8220;Unity in Diversity&#8221;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you ride a cruiser, tourer, sports bike, adventure bike, or simply have an interest in motorcycles and Christian fellowship, you are welcome to connect with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x2764;&#xfe0f; Our Purpose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The purpose of CMA is to encourage Christian motorcyclists to grow in their faith in Jesus Christ.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We achieve this through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f3cd;&#xfe0f; Riding together and enjoying the open road<br>&#x1f64f; Encouraging one another in our Christian walk<br>&#x26ea; Visiting churches and Christian events<br>&#x1f91d; Building friendships and supporting fellow riders<br>&#x1f3d5;&#xfe0f; Participating in rallies, outreach activities, and motorcycle events<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Above all, CMA is about people\u2014sharing life, faith, and fellowship together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x1f30f; CMA South Australia Today<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CMA SA has members located throughout <strong>Adelaide, regional South Australia, and the Northern Territory<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We regularly gather for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x2705; Monthly organised rides<br>&#x2705; Sunday Night Fellowship gatherings<br>&#x2705; Peregrine Rally<br>&#x2705; CMA National Run<br>&#x2705; Motorcycle and community events throughout the year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These activities provide opportunities to build friendships, encourage one another, and enjoy riding together in a Christ-centred environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x1f4d6; Our History<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Christian Motorcyclists Association in Australia began in <strong>1979<\/strong>, when representatives from two Christian motorcycle clubs\u2014the Brotherhood and the Disciples\u2014met in Sydney with several independent Christian riders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Their vision was to create an association that would allow Christian motorcyclists to remain connected in fellowship, regardless of where they lived.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From these beginnings, CMA continued to grow across Australia, eventually establishing branches in every state. CMA South Australia was formed in <strong>1993<\/strong> and has continued to serve and support Christian riders throughout the region ever since.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In <strong>2000<\/strong>, members at the National Run voted to adopt the name <strong>Christian Motorcyclists Association of Australia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, CMA is part of an international ministry that spans many countries around the world, connecting thousands of riders through a shared faith in Christ and a passion for motorcycling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.national.cmaaus.org\/cma-australia-history\/\">See more CMA Australia History<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"CMA Christian Motorcyclists Association of Australia\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iehBCOt7a5o?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x1f4f8; The Story Behind Our Banner Photo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The banner image featured on our website holds a special place in CMA SA history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The photograph was taken by <strong>Naomi<\/strong> on the back of <strong>Wayne&#8217;s motorcycle<\/strong> while travelling between <strong>Sedan and Angaston<\/strong> on <strong>3 September 2005<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"239\" src=\"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cropped-banner-rain-1-1024x239.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-40\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cropped-banner-rain-1-1024x239.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cropped-banner-rain-1-300x70.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cropped-banner-rain-1-768x179.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cropped-banner-rain-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The riders featured in the image include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f3cd;&#xfe0f; Leon<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f3cd;&#xfe0f; Steve<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f3cd;&#xfe0f; Glenn<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This photograph was later used in the production of the <strong>&#8220;Riding with Purpose&#8221;<\/strong> booklet, which included the Gospel of Mark and was distributed as an outreach resource to motorcyclists. More than <strong>30,000 copies<\/strong> were printed and shared across Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite riding in wet weather throughout the day, a collection of memorable photographs was captured, including the image that would later become the basis of the CMA South Australia banner still used today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Special thanks to Naomi for capturing the photograph and to Leon for incorporating it into the CMA SA banner design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-accent-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-accent-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x1f91d; Join Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re an experienced rider, new to motorcycling, or simply curious about CMA, we&#8217;d love to meet you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join us at a ride, rally, fellowship gathering, or special event and discover the friendship, encouragement, and community that CMA South Australia has to offer.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#x1f3cd;&#xfe0f; Who We Are The Christian Motorcyclists Association of Australia \u2013 South Australia (CMA SA) is a fellowship of Christian motorcyclists united by a love of riding and a desire &#8230; <a title=\"About\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/about\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about About\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"slim_seo":{"title":"About - CMA South Australia","description":"&#x1f3cd;&#xfe0f; Who We Are The Christian Motorcyclists Association of Australia \u2013 South Australia (CMA SA) is a fellowship of Christian motorcyclists united b"},"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6","page","type-page","status-publish"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2513,"href":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6\/revisions\/2513"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/cmaaus.org\/sa\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}