The Dayspring Community
Contemplative Spirituality
Kaya Wanju - Welcome to The Dayspring Community situated in the heart of Whadjak Noongar country in Boorloo-Perth
When Dayspring was established in 2001, its goal was fairly straightforward - to develop a Contemplative Heart.
We recognized that for many Christians, the ancient spiritual practices of prayer and meditation in all their various forms were lost to us and had to be discovered anew. This was especially so for many people who were pastors and ministers in communities of faith. For nearly a quarter of a century, the Dayspring Community has been introducing people to some of the ancient practices of Christian spirituality that have been re-emerging in Australia in recent years. We are drawn from diverse Christian traditions and we believe that contemplative prayer and practices lie at the heart of our faith and enrich our life in the Divine.
We recognized that for many Christians, the ancient spiritual practices of prayer and meditation in all their various forms were lost to us and had to be discovered anew. This was especially so for many people who were pastors and ministers in communities of faith. For nearly a quarter of a century, the Dayspring Community has been introducing people to some of the ancient practices of Christian spirituality that have been re-emerging in Australia in recent years. We are drawn from diverse Christian traditions and we believe that contemplative prayer and practices lie at the heart of our faith and enrich our life in the Divine.
What do you want to know?
How can I become a Spiritual Director?
Dayspring has been teaching a Diploma in Spiritual Direction for nearly 20 years, a two-year, part-time program of training and formation that leads to accreditation as a Spiritual Director through the Australian Network of Spiritual Directors.
In conjunction with the Uniting College of Leadership & Theology in Adelaide and the University of Divinity, this training is also available as a Higher Education Graduate Diploma award.
How can I learn about Contemplative Living?
We offer various experiential events that are open to members and friends of Dayspring throughout the year. Through these people are introduced to many contemplative practices. Some Day Retreats occur regularly, some Day Retreats occur occasionally, and are focused on particular aspects of the contemplative life. Each year, we usually conduct a weekend Residential Retreat for those who want to go deeper.
Each weekday, there is an online time for Prayer and Meditation that is open for anyone to join. This builds community and creates daily opportunities to practice contemplative living. We publish a basic program of events HERE, but by subscribing to our fortnightly Newsletter, you will receive details of the very latest events.
We offer a formal program of study in Contemplative Spirituality for those who wish to delve deeper into this area. The Dayspring Certificate in Contemplative Spirituality is a one-year program that involves two-week-long residentials and eight full-day seminars (about monthly during the semesters). This award can stand alone or be converted, with a further year of study, into the Dayspring Diploma in Spiritual Direction. Find out more HERE.
We offer various experiential events that are open to members and friends of Dayspring throughout the year. Through these people are introduced to many contemplative practices. Some Day Retreats occur regularly, some Day Retreats occur occasionally, and are focused on particular aspects of the contemplative life. Each year, we usually conduct a weekend Residential Retreat for those who want to go deeper.
Each weekday, there is an online time for Prayer and Meditation that is open for anyone to join. This builds community and creates daily opportunities to practice contemplative living. We publish a basic program of events HERE, but by subscribing to our fortnightly Newsletter, you will receive details of the very latest events.
We offer a formal program of study in Contemplative Spirituality for those who wish to delve deeper into this area. The Dayspring Certificate in Contemplative Spirituality is a one-year program that involves two-week-long residentials and eight full-day seminars (about monthly during the semesters). This award can stand alone or be converted, with a further year of study, into the Dayspring Diploma in Spiritual Direction. Find out more HERE.
How can I find a Spiritual Director?
Dayspring has a small group of experienced Spiritual Directors available through Dayspring to provide both Spiritual Direction and Professional Supervision.
The Australian Network of Spiritual Directors has a list of people available as Spiritual Directors. They may have someone available who is closer to where you are.
Some faith workers require Professional Supervision and SupervisonWA has a list of people available .
Dayspring has a small group of experienced Spiritual Directors available through Dayspring to provide both Spiritual Direction and Professional Supervision.
The Australian Network of Spiritual Directors has a list of people available as Spiritual Directors. They may have someone available who is closer to where you are.
Some faith workers require Professional Supervision and SupervisonWA has a list of people available .
What is Contemplative Spirituality
Find out more HERE
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Holding a Space for YouThe focus of all of Dayspring's activities is deepening our encounters with the Spirit of God. We are firmly grounded in the Christian contemplative traditions, but remain open to learn more from other traditions, especially from the First Peoples of this continent
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CORE VALUES
- Hospitality – we seek to welcome and helping support pilgrims on the next step of their journey. Taking the time to sit with someone and listen to their story, may be life changing.
- Compassion - we seek to imitate Jesus as we respond with warmth and care to those in need or pain around us.
- Inclusion – we are committed to creating an environment where all feel welcome and safe, regardless of background, racial or cultural differences.
- Justice – we aim to promote a balanced and fair relationship with self, neighbour, all of creation and with God.
Moore River as it traverses New Norcia
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Silence
Silence Silent peace A mantle of light Cast in soothing hues Lighting the shadowy secret places Dispelling fears and hidden hurts The breath of God, silent and gentle as butterfly wing Plumbing the depths of my deep inner space Whispering words encouraging strong Knowing my God lives within Rest eternally in him Silent in praise Silent peace Silence Joy Brann, New Norcia 2007 From Epiphanies of Grace published by Dayspring 2011 |
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Dayspring acknowledges the role of the Noongar People as the traditional custodians of the land on which Dayspring Events are held. Dayspring recognizes their unbroken continuing connection to land, water and community, their efforts to preserve and strengthen their culture and language and pays respects to elders past present and emerging who share in this work.
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