Upcoming events

Embracing Playfulness: Play in Spiritual Direction
Apr
27

Embracing Playfulness: Play in Spiritual Direction

When you hear the word ‘God’ what’s the first thing that comes to mind? For us, it’s ‘play’ or, to use a descriptor employed by ancient theologians: ‘dance’.

Play is sacred. When we are at play we are curious, open and fully present - ripe for encounter with the Divine Presence. Embracing our playfulness and embracing our spirituality compose entwined invitations on life’s path.

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How do you solve a problem like the clergy? : Spiritual Direction for those who are ordained, training for ordination, and working in Christian Ministry.
May
10

How do you solve a problem like the clergy? : Spiritual Direction for those who are ordained, training for ordination, and working in Christian Ministry.

In this workshop, we'll explore the unique challenges faced by those in Christian ministry, including managing public expectations and personal vulnerabilities. We’ll explore potential barriers to spiritual wellbeing, together with some of the particular issues that can emerge, and aim to help Spiritual Directors feel more equipped and empowered to walk alongside their directees.

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Drawing Fruit from Our Ministry: Preparing for supervision as a spiritual practice
Jun
7

Drawing Fruit from Our Ministry: Preparing for supervision as a spiritual practice

In this workshop, we'll explore the unique challenges faced by those in Christian ministry, including managing public expectations and personal vulnerabilities. We’ll explore potential barriers to spiritual wellbeing, together with some of the particular issues that can emerge, and aim to help Spiritual Directors feel more equipped and empowered to walk alongside their directees.

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Members Only: Supervisors Reflective Morning
Jul
2

Members Only: Supervisors Reflective Morning

Springtime refreshment: a contemplative and reflective space just for our Community members to help us take stock of our ministry and reflect on what we need for our continued growth and formation.

The morning will include guided creative and imaginative exercises as well as times of silence; opportunities for individual reflection as well as for sharing with others in a safe space.

With Antonia Lynn, Community Warden.

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The Enneagram of Harmony: Exploring Our Stories of Origin and Destiny
Apr
12

The Enneagram of Harmony: Exploring Our Stories of Origin and Destiny

Having explored the three centres of intelligence in the traditional ‘process’ way in our last Enneagram workshop, we return to look at them again, this time using the Harmony Triads. As we bring the full wisdom of all three intelligence centres to each Enneatype, we will discover fresh clarity and depth in our stories of origin and destiny and in those of our directees.

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Members Only: Reflective Morning
Mar
4

Members Only: Reflective Morning

Springtime refreshment: a contemplative and reflective space just for our Community members to help us take stock of our ministry and reflect on what we need for our continued growth and formation.

The morning will include guided creative and imaginative exercises as well as times of silence; opportunities for individual reflection as well as for sharing with others in a safe space.

With Antonia Lynn, Community Warden.

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Encounter Plus
Feb
23

Encounter Plus

A series of three interactive and reflective sessions, aimed particularly at graduates of Encounter, but open to all community members, that seeks to:

1. reground new (or weary!) spiritual companions in their practice,

2. empower you to develop your unique charisma,

3. reconnect you with a vision for spiritual direction in the church and wider community.

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Mental Health and Wellbeing: Talking About God in the Midst of Suffering
Jan
27

Mental Health and Wellbeing: Talking About God in the Midst of Suffering

As spiritual directors, we are uniquely positioned to listen to the layered descriptions of a life of faith and mental health challenges. In this workshop, we'll explore the benefits of talking about God and mental health and create a safe, non-judgmental space to consider how we can maintain our own mental wellbeing while accompanying others

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Carmelite Spirituality and Spiritual Direction: Nurturing the Intimacy with God
Jan
12

Carmelite Spirituality and Spiritual Direction: Nurturing the Intimacy with God

Drawing inspiration from the riches of Carmelite Spirituality, this contemplative workshop explores spiritual direction from a Carmelite perspective. Through the wisdom of mystics such as Teresa of Avila, John of the Cross, and Therese of Lisieux, we'll delve into the beauty and potential of the human person and our intimate connection with God.

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