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First Friday Reflection Days with Peter Beer SJ

Fri 1 Feb, 7 Mar, 4 Apr, 2 May, 6 Jun, 4 Jul, 1 Aug, 5 Sep, 3 Oct,
7 Nov, 5 Dec. (Canisius, NSW) Peter Beer SJ

Reflection with Scripture followed by the Eucharist. (Donation)

The Art of Prayer

Second Tuesday of each month (Campion, VIC)
Tom Lake-Smith SJ and CIS Team

The art of praying the Gospels begins with our desire for God. From the roots of this desire, scriptural prayer has flourished in many different forms: vocal and silent, personal and communal, liturgical, meditative, and contemplative. Come and join our prayer community in exploring the many ways of praying the Gospels. Tuesdays 10.00 am-12 pm or 7.00 pm - 9.00 pm. (Suggested donation $15 per session)

12 Feb The Lords Prayer
11 Mar Lectio Divina
8 Apr Prayer of Repetition
6 May Meditation
10 Jun Imaginative Contemplation
8 Jul Prayer of the Body
12 Aug Prayer of the Senses
9 Sep Contemplation
14 Oct Praying Together
11 Nov Prayer of Desire

Mother of Sorrows

Tue 1 Apr (Loyola, SA)
Judy Backstrom

A time, particularly for mothers who have experienced the loss of a child. This could be the loss of possible children due to infertility, the loss of an unformed foetus or the loss of a child as a result of external circumstances. Starting 9.30 am and ending 12pm, the morning offers an opportunity for silent reflection, shared experience & group prayer.

I Dreamed a Dream

Tue 21 Oct (Loyola, SA)
Judy Backstrom

A time to deepen our reflection on dreams which will never be, whether they are dreams for ourselves or our dreams for those we love. Commencing at 9.30am and ending at 12 Noon, the morning offers an opportunity for silent reflection, shared experience and group prayer.

Nurture for the Care Givers

Mon 12 May (Campion, VIC)
Mon 27 Oct (Campion, VIC)
Patricia Chisholm, Marea Richardson

These days are set aside for those who give care and support to others. It will be a time for rest, to be nurtured and for a renewal of spirit. During the day you will be guided through an experience of gentle meditation, relaxation, music and scripture. We will provide a delicious lunch and lots of space to refresh and rest. (Suggested donation $50)

Finding God in My Life

Thu 8, 15, 22 May (Faber, QLD)
Maureen De Groot, Kerry Holland, Maria Shelly, Faber team and CLC

A practical Approach: 8 May - There are some simple ways of praying that can help you notice God at work in your life. Listen, pray, draw and share in this quiet day with experienced teachers and Spiritual Directors.

Through People I meet: 15 May - There are some simple ways of praying that can help you notice God at work in your life. Listen, pray, draw and share in this quiet day with experienced teachers and Spiritual Directors.

Through Ordinary Things: 2 May - Everyday gifts of life slip off the radar unless we take a moment to give thanks. Some teaching, prayer time and sharing.
Bring lunch to share. (Suggested donation $20 per session)


Called by Name

Anne Dawson, Liz Kerr, Kerry Holland

Retreat mornings in your parish - spiritual nurture for mothers of young children. Five mornings of sharing faith and story about ourselves, our children, our experiences of God, community and church. (Suggested Donation - $15 per day, or $75 for the series)


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