Update: Well-known Education leader and consultant Phil Billington has joined as co-facilitator of the Ministry Leadership Program A formation program for executive leaders of Catholic ministries. The future of Catholic ministries depends on leaders responding effectively to the business, clinical and social environments of the organisations they lead. This includes
For over 35 years, Harvest Journeys has been singularly devoted to faith-based travel. We are 100% dedicated to Catholic pilgrimage and providing every traveller with the greatest opportunities to reap the abundant fruit that pilgrimage provides. Every pilgrim group is accompanied by a Catholic priest as chaplain who helps to
Personal Retreats & Sabbaticals These can be arranged at Heart of Life. Retreatants may wish to have daily or regular spiritual direction, participate in any of our multi-week seminars or short reflection events, attend Mass or spend quiet time in the grounds of Kewn Kreestha, or enjoy the extensive range of
WHAT IS GOD INVITING ME TO? Retreats and Prayers Spiritual Conversation, Discernment Spiritual Direction, Pastoral Supervision Online – In person – Residential retreats are available throughout Australia and throughout 2025. From Feb onwards a rich variety of retreat and formation experiences in the Ignatian tradition.
A huge range of retreats are offered in person and online in 2025 Topics include: Deep calls to Deep Julian of Norwich Metanoia: A change of heart Hospitality: A versatile Charism Wisdom as a way of life Benedictine Values: A fertile soil for integral ecology https://www.jamberooabbey.org.au/
The retreats are held in Australia's only monastic town, which is wonderful to visit in its own right. Weekend and Single Day Retreats The New Norcia Institute for Benedictine Studies seeks to broaden and deepen awareness of the monastic tradition within Christianity. It offers an environment conducive to prayer, study
Santa Teresa is a place of: Encounter with God: as guests take time out of their lives, for some, a once in a lifetime experience, while for others an annual spiritual health check, to reconnect with God and to grow deeper in this relationship. Quiet Prayer and Reflection: for some, silence is
Take the 10-day pilgrimage across the Australian Camino, which perfectly balances scenery, soul-searching, and spiritual growth. This journey offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature and find inner peace while exploring the beautiful South Australian landscape. Today’s, pilgrim travellers, taking the direct road to Penola, along the modern highway,
As a centre for retreats and spirituality our doors are open to people of all faiths Santa Casa has embraced the principles of Laudato Si and has incorporated programs and practises that will heighten awareness of its goals. We offer a sacred space for individuals wanting to make their own
Highlights Rome, Basilica of St. John Lateran & the Holy Stairs, St. Paul Outside the Walls, Catacombs, Papal Blessing in Saint Peter’s Square, Assisi & Basilica of Saint Francis, Vatican City, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica & Holy Door, St. Mary Major Basilica, Papal Audience Day 2 – 9 St.
This unique 12-day experience will take pilgrims on a delightful journey through Italy visiting a number of places associated with the life of Blessed Carlo. Along the way, we will visit small villages, quaint towns and renowned cities each with their own history, story and character. As we travel together, there
Participants are invited to actually write (paint) this Icon. Slowly, a blank canvas, through prayer and the use of pigments, over these five prayerful days becomes an ICON. Sue Orchlson, a trained lconographer, will guide interested participants in exploring the spirituality or the Icon. and the first steps that lead
St Clement's will welcome pilgrims on each First Saturdays of the Holy Year beginning on Saturday 4th of January. • 10.00 am· Pilgrims are Invited for tea/coffee. • 10.30 am: Marian Devotions and Holy Year Prayers in our Lady's Upstairs chapel (Lift available ror elderly and disabled) • 11.00 am:
Pilgrimages along the Australian Ignatian Trail in the footsteps of the first Jesuits in Australia This ‘camino’ experience provides an opportunity for encountering Ignatian Spiritualty, discerning, and listening to God’s presence in Nature. Step aside from everyday life, walk, reflect, experience nature day after day, time in silence, conversation and
Five day taste of the Aussie Camino Min. 4 Max. 8 Walkers plus leader 5 nights/4 days walking Fitness - Moderate, this country is relatively flat however long days of road walking can be tough on feet. Taste of the Aussie Camino - Mary Mackillop Pilgrimage Bunganditj/Boandik Country Explore the diverse
What does the Catholic Church say about the relationship between faith and science? How are we to approach topics like evolution and the Big Bang theory in our classrooms? How do we engage pupils in conversation about this relationship and why is it important to do so? This short course
At this time of year, it’s not hard to find reminders of the Christmas story. Most people have at least a basic understanding of the story, even if they have never set foot inside a church. But there’s a lot of hidden complexity. In this subject we’ll look at the
In these sessions we will explore several life-giving ways of praying that are treasured in the Christian spiritual tradition. We will get to know two ways of praying with the Bible – lectio divina and Ignatian contemplation – as well as the practice of Christian Meditation. These practices will be probed for
With Pope Francis encouraging us to know more about the mass, these two sessions lay out the basic structure and theological underpinnings of the Mass, with some hints about planning and best practice Session 1: Thursday 20 November 2025 Session 2: Thursday 27 November 2025 4:00PM or 4:00PM /7:00PM BBI-TAITE continues
