Live-in Retreats These are held at beautiful centres all around Australia Mary MacKillop Place North Sydney NSW St Joseph’s Baulkham Hills Baulkham Hills NSW Villa Maria Spirituality Centre Brisbane QLD Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre East Melbourne VIC St Joseph’s Spirituality and Education Centre Kincumber South NSW Kilmolee Safety Bay WA
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
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.
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
The Spirituality Centre is an initiative of the Society of the Divine Word (SVD). The Centre is rooted in the spirituality of St Arnold Janssen SVD (1833-1909), whose dream of a united world moved him and his followers to reach out to people of all cultures and spiritual traditions. The
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,
Those who are sick and frail need the special help of God's grace to sustain them in their time of suffering. A key way the Church shows its ongoing care for the sick and vulnerable is when members of faith communities reach out and minister Holy Communion to them. Those
You are invited to join us for a conversation on our 2025 theme "My Spiritual Journey" Guest Speakers Barbara Novak and Denise Harris Barbara is a Holistic Life Coach, who migrated to Australia in 1973 and has since moved 39 times, often renovating homes on the way. Her varied work experience
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
RETREAT & SPIRITUALITY PROGRAMS In addition to the retreat and spirituality programs facilitated and presented by various church groups and other organisations, a number of Marist programs are conducted here each year by the Marist Mission and Life Team. The Hermitage team also offer retreats: The Care for the Soul Retreat is
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
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
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
As ‘Pilgrims of Hope,’ the Jubilee 2025 offers a unique opportunity for all of God’s people to strengthen their faith, experience God’s grace and share hope with the world. Embrace the spirt of pilgrimage and participate in this special year of celebration. ‘Pilgrims of Hope,’ the motto of the Jubilee Year 2025, where Pope
Online Life Context Workshop (Part 1) Often we desire to live more authentically and to feel more connected to our ‘soul’ or ‘spirit’. This workshop introduces the Intensive Journal® process developed by Ira Progoff which is a practical tool to explore our inner stirrings and become more grounded in our own life. No prior
