Dayspring Events
Quiet Day- Non Member
Each Quiet Day will open with Dayspring Community Prayers from our Prayer Book. Some readings and activities are suggested but for most or all of the retreat participants are welcome to follow their own program if desired. You are invited to Eucharist at 12.30pm followed by a BYO lunch.
This event is free if you are a member of Dayspring, all you need do is email us at info@dayspring.org.au to register.
Held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month (during school terms) at Nathaniel's Rest, Mundaring
9.30am-12.30pm
Care of the Soul 101
These sessions are intended as an introduction to or refresher in the contemplative skills that we need for a rich and rewarding contemplative life in God and with each other. They will be co-facilitated by Ruth Vertigan and John Clapton and conducted at the Star Street Uniting Church in Carlisle, where Ruth is the Minister.
Our first session will introduce you to the practice called Lectio Divina, or sacred reading, and the practice of Journalling. Future sessions will look at Silent Meditation, Contemplating Creation, Praying with Icons, walking the Labyrinth and using Prayer Beads.
Sessions are from 9.30am -12.30pm
This event is free if you are a member of Dayspring, all you need do is email us at info@dayspring.org.au to register.
Being Present to Presence
December 2nd - 4th
Held at Nathaniel's Rest, Mundaring
Retreat led by Cath Connelly
Being Present to Presence:
What if each of us is so full of Presence that we are at all times shining out like stars, and all that we have to do is get out of our own way so that we can live within the Presence that we already are? This presence is a connectedness to all - the Christ in all. Join spiritual director, retreat leader and Celtic harper Cath Connelly in a weekend of music, poetry, silence, art and spirituality exploring both Presence and how to get out of our own way! A delightful weekend of creative spirituality – and Cath will definitely bring her harp!
Bio:
‘Dr Cath Connelly is the co-director of the Living Well Centre for Christian Spirituality. She is a spiritual director, retreat facilitator and pilgrimage leader. Cath is also a professional Celtic harpist, travelling the globe performing and leading workshops in Celtic music and spirituality. Her recently published book, ‘Handbook of Hope: Emerging Stories Beyond a Disintegrating World’, is a handy resource for discussion groups and individual reflection.’
Dayspring South West
Lectio Terrestia
Many of you will be familiar with the practice of Lectio Divina or Holy Reading. For this retreat day we will pay attention to, or "read" the land (terrestia).
"The heavens are telling the glory of God;
And their expanse is declaring the work of God's hands.
Day to day pours fourth speech,
And night to night reveals knowledge."
Psalm 19
During the day we will walk as a group through the beautiful land around Kirup. We will spend time walking contemplatively, pausing and noticing the natural world around us. Please BYO lunch. A fridge, microwave and sandwich maker are available for use. This is a combined event between Dayspring South West and The Spirituality Hub, Kirup.
Saturday 29th October
10am-2pm
Church of the Holy Family, 27 Capel Street, Kirup
What is Spiritual Direction?
Have you ever wondered what spiritual direction is? Are you interested in becoming a spiritual director? Would you like someone to accompany you on your spiritual journey?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, this is the day for you. During this workshop we will introduce the historical background of contemplative spiritual direction. You will see how people have been accompanying each other in this way for centuries. You will see how people have the opportunity to observe what a spiritual direction session looks like from the perspective of the director and the directee. We will also explore how spiritual direction differs to other helping professions and the unique gift it can offer. There will be plenty of space for questions, discussion and talking with trained spiritual directors. Everyone is welcome!
* Bring your own lunch - refreshments provided. Fridge, microwave and sandwich maker available.
This is a Dayspring South West event in conjunction with the Spirituality Hub at Kirup.
Saturday November 26th
10am-2pm
The Spirituality Hub of the Holy Family
27 Capel Street, Kirup.
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