Abbey Retreat Program

In the stark wilderness of 4th-century Egypt and Syria, the Desert Fathers and Mothers sought God with radical simplicity, their wisdom distilled into brief, penetrating sayings that still speak across the centuries. Presenter: Sr Magdalen Mather

Retreat for youth and young adults. What does discernment mean? Come and spend a day to be with the Lord, to listen to him speaking deep into our hearts. Presenter: Sr Petra Dorothy

St. John Henry Newman recognised that his deepest encounter with himself and with the Lord came not from his reading or reflection but from his prayerful dialogue, heart to heart, with Christ, alive and present. Presenter: Sr Antonia Curtis

A weekend retreat for Oblates of Jamberoo Abbey. Presenter: Sr Magdalen Mather & Sr Mechtild Crawford

Experience the labyrinth as a tool for contemplative prayer and spiritual insight. We’ll begin by creating a labyrinth together, then explore multiple ways of engaging this ancient prayer practice… Presenter: Sr Julian Grigor

In the waiting of Advent, receive the gift of peace. As we prepare for the coming of Christ, this day offers space to step back from the rush and noise, to listen for the gentle whisper of “Peace be with you.” Presenter: Sr Magdalen Mather, Sr Petra Dorothy, Sr Julian Grigor

“We don’t stop playing because we grow old; we grow old because we stop playing” (George Bernard Shaw). Play is not frivolous – it is a sacred gateway to wonder, joy, and encounter with God. Presenter: Sr Julian Grigor