This section of the programme includes retreats and short events occurring around New Zealand in 2007.

(Spiritual Growth Ministries Trust does not give any warranty as to the suitability of a particular event for a particular individual.  Each individual considering attending an event is responsible to make their own judgement as to whether the event will be suitable for them.  Views, teaching or statements at the events are not necessarily those of either Spiritual Growth Ministries Workgroup or the Spiritual Growth Ministries Trust.)

The Area Contacts listed below are people who may be able to suggest themes and leaders if your Church wants to run an event or short retreat.  (A list of spiritual directors in your area may be obtained by emailing our Administrator).

The retreats and events are listed according to region. 

Click on a region to find events occurring there:

NORTHERN

Northland

Auckland

Waikato

Bay of Plenty

Taranaki

Manawatu

East Coast

CENTRAL

Wellington

Nelson/Marlborough

SOUTHERN

Canterbury

Otago

Southland

QUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA

NORTHLAND

INDIVIDUAL RETREATS AND PRAYER DAYS OR GUIDED PRAYER DAYS FOR GROUPS

Can be negotiated with the following directors:

Marion Robinson, Quiet Waters, 8 Finch St, Ruakaka – www.quietwaters.co.nz

A large house close to water with a quiet garden, available for individual retreats or groups’ own retreats.

Spiritual Direction and/or guided meditations available.

For more information visit the web site or phone Marion Robinson (09) 432 8539

Mary Maitland at the Mission Sisters Retreat, 454 Owhiwa Road, R.D. 1 ONERAHI, phone: (09) 436 5554, Email: mary.cm@ihug.co.nz welcomes you for day or longer live-in retreats up to seven days, and spiritual direction. Dates negotiable. She and Sister Susan Smith will also offer the following reflection days at the same address.

Mar 10 THE STORY OF JESUS’ LAST DAYS – a Lenten Reflection

           Presenter: Susan Smith

           Cuppa before 10.30 start – 3pm. Bring Own Lunch, Journal, Bible,

           Koha appreciated.

           Register with Mission Sisters – (09) 436 5554 or Email mary.cm@ihug.co.nz       

June 23  PAX CHRISTI REFLECTION DAY – Renewing passion for peace and justice making. 
Open to all who are interested.

           Presenter: Susan Smith – Theme: GREAT MISSIONARY WOMEN                     

           Cuppa before 10.30 am start – 3pm finish. Bring lunch to share, Journal.

           Koha appreciated.

           Register with Mission Sisters – (09) 436 5554 or Email mary.cm@ihug.co.nz

Aug 25 CELTIC SPIRITUALITY THEMES

           Presenter: Mary Maitland

           Cuppa before 10.30 start – 3pm. Bring Lunch to Share, Bible, Journal

           Koha appreciated.

           Register with Mission Sisters – (09) 436 5554 or Email mary.cm@ihug.co.nz

Dec 8   ADVENT/CHRISTMAS REFLECTION DAY

           Presenter: Mary Maitland

           Cuppa before 10.30 start – 3pm. Bring lunch to share, Bible, Journal

           Koha appreciated.

           Register with Mission Sisters – (09) 436 5554 or Email mary.cm@ihug.co.nz

AUCKLAND

OASIS RETREAT AND STUDY CENTRE

206 Albany Heights Road, Albany, North Shore (09) 415 9686

Oasis is ideal for personal and group retreats, study leave, quiet days, prayer days and church planning days – catered or uncatered.  Set in 5 acres of regenerating bush, kauris, nikaus, tanekaha, manuka and kanuka, tree ferns and ground ferns, with lovely native orchids in season and bird-life, the spacious lawns, gardens and seats to enjoy it all make it a special place.  The extensive library of books on prayer and the prayer room, spa pool, art materials and the Prayer Koru (Our NZ style labyrinth) are available for daily visitors and longer retreats. Single room accommodation is available at reasonable prices: $25.00 per night per person (uncatered) up to $350.00  for seven days (catered). Quiet days - $10.00 (BYO lunch, refreshments supplied); church retreats and planning days (catered or uncatered) negotiable.

Personal spiritual direction and ministry/work supervision is also offered.

THE LIGHT HOUSE 42A Toroa Street, Torbay, Auckland.

The following are some of the options available with Sheila Pritchard.

-        Spiritual Direction

-        Supervision

-        Myers Briggs™ Type Indicator sessions

-        Interactive Drawing Therapy for personal growth

Contact Sheila Pritchard for more details or to request a brochure.

(09) 473 8929   Email: s.pritch@xtra.co.nz                      

PEACEHAVEN QUIET GARDEN and LABYRINTH

48 School Road, Riverhead, Auckland, 0820.

Garden Room & Garden available for private or directed retreats/prayer days/ prayer walking the labyrinth.  Spiritual direction available.

Self-contained overnight accommodation in Garden Room - bed-sitting room with en suite. 

For more information and bookings contact Ruth Rosser 

(09) 412 8534 or e-mail: rrpeace@xtra.co.nz

SEASONG Orere Point, S.Auckland.

131 Howard Rd Orere Point, RD 5 Papakura.

Upstairs self-contained studio unit; homely and comfortable; self-catering. Sleeps one or two in the same room. Available for private retreats by the day, or longer. Beautiful sea and bush views, quiet, safe beach. Spiritual direction if requested.

Enquiries: Jill McLeod. Phone (09) 292 2099 (Free calling from Auckland.)

E-mail:jillalec@paradise.net.nz

ELIJAH’S REST  (1 Kings 19:3-9) 20 Clearview Heights, Ranui, Swanson

This luxurious self contained two storied colonial cottage backing right on to a vineyard has its own self contained kitchen, bathroom and ensuite, laundry facilities, two bedrooms and a dining room. It is set in a peaceful garden setting. Lovely local country walks. Ten minutes by car to Cascades and 20 minutes to Bethels beach. Retreats can be catered or non-catered, directed or non-directed.  Spiritual direction available on request. Cost: $35.00 per night per person.  Brochure available on request  Email r.g.brown@xtra.co.nz

THE MERCY SPIRITUALITY CENTRE seeks to create a place of learning and for a deepening relationship with God. This fosters the inner search leading to personal, social and spiritual renewal. We offer retreats, spiritual direction and companionship, also programmes & workshops on spirituality and prayer.

For further information on our Centre and for our calendar of programmes on offer, please visit our website; www.mercycentreauckland.org.nz

Te Ngakau Waiora, Mercy Spirituality Centre, 104 The Drive, Epsom, Auckland, NZ.

Phone (09) 638 6238. Fax (09) 638 6248  E-mail: mercycentreauckland@xtra.co.nz

WORLD COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN MEDITATION.   WCCM.

Father Laurence Freeman OSB, the International Director of WCCM, is leading a

3 day Silent Retreat, April 18-21 for meditators. 

It is to be held at St.Cuthbert’s College in Auckland.  This is a first for New Zealand.

A Day of Interfaith Dialogue will follow on April 22 at the same venue.

Enquiries to Janet Price at (09) 473 3518 or  e-mail jrprice@maxnet.co.nz

ST CHAD’S CHURCH MEADOWBANK is offering five retreats in 2007. The range of retreats is from silent to semi-silent or non-silent.  The retreats vary in length from one to seven days. Each retreat is designed to meet your personal needs for time out with God, for recreation and refreshment, for space alone or with others. The retreats are led by fully trained retreat leaders and spiritual directors.  All retreats have limited places available. Early registration is advisable. Registration fees are non-refundable.   See details below:

TAIZE/CONTEMPLATIVE STYLE SERVICE
St. John’s Anglican Church, 327 Beach Rd. Campbells Bay, North Shore.
7.30pm 1st Wednesday of the month.
SUNG EVENSONG 6pm. 1st Sunday of the month.
Further details available on website www.stjohns.net.nz Phone (09) 478 3575

Jan 3 -10 OASIS SEVEN DAY RETREAT
Wed 7.pm- Wed.1pm. Registration $10 + Cost $350.
Register to Oasis, P.O. Box 300277, Albany, 0752 A silent directed retreat at Oasis Retreat and Study Centre.
Leaders: Andrew and Margaret Dunn. Phone (09) 415 9686 with queries.

Jan 8-12 5-DAY SILENT RETREAT – Torbay
Monday 10am to Friday 4pm. A fully silent, individually directed retreat led by Sheila Pritchard. Self-catering. Single rooms. Numbers limited.
Venue: Arjay House 73 Cliff Road, Torbay.
Cost: $25 non refundable registration fee plus $300.
Phone (09) 473 8929 or Email: s.pritch@xtra.co.nz to check available space.
Then send registration fee and your contact details to Sheila Pritchard 42A Toroa St., Torbay, Auckland 1311.

Mar 9-11 WEEKEND RETREAT - ECHOES FROM THE DEEP
At a beautiful venue overlooking Mission Bay, 56, Selwyn Avenue, Mission Bay, Auckland.
Fri. 6.45 pm (after dinner) to Sun. 4.00 pm Cost: $150 ($30 of this on registration) All meals provided.
Register by 16 February to Ruth Rosser (09) 412 8534
Email: (rrpeace@xtra.co.nz)
48 School Road, Riverhead, Auckland. Or to Jean Malone (09) 833 7950.

Mar 9-11 SILENT WEEKEND RETREAT – Hillsborough
7pm Friday – 4pm Sunday. St Francis Friary, Hillsborough.
Leaders: Rev. Valerie Bridge & Marion Baker.
Cost: Registration $20 (non refundable) + $160.
Enquiries to St Chad’s Church (09) 521 5013. Email: marion@stchads.org.nz.

Mar 17 JOURNEYS OF THE HEART
Sat: 10am – 5pm. BYO lunch, drinks and cake provided Cost: $30.00
Venue: Surf Spray House, Piha. 53 Marine Parade, South Piha
Registration to Jeanette Brown (09) 833 8476

Mar 29 GOD’S TOUCH ON THE ORDINARY – A CUP OF WATER
A day spent reflecting on God’s transforming touch on the ordinary things of life.
Thurs. 10am – 3pm BYO Lunch, Bible, notebook, pen.
Cost $10 payable on the day.
Venue: Mercy Spiritual Life Centre, 104 The Drive, Epsom.
Registrations to: Aynsley Mackie 28 Realm Place, Massey, Auckland 0614
(09) 833 8820 Email: aynsley.m@xtra.co.nz

Apr 11-15 SILENT 4-DAY DIRECTED RETREAT – Hillsborough
7.00pm Wed – 4.00pm Sun. Venue: St Francis Friary, Hillsborough.
Leaders: Rev.Valerie Bridge & Marion Baker.
Cost: Registration $30 (non refundable) + $355
Enquiries to St Chad’s Church (09) 521 5013. Email: marion@stchads.org.nz

Apr 18-21 WORLD COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN MEDITATION.
Father Laurence Freeman OSB, the International Director of WCCM, is
leading a 3 day Silent Retreat, for meditators. It is to be held at St.Cuthbert’s College in Auckland. This is a first for New Zealand.
Apr 22 A Day of Interfaith Dialogue will follow on April 22 at the same venue.
Enquiries for both events to Janet Price at (09) 473 3518,
Email: jrprice@maxnet.co.nz

May 16 INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE FENCES
JK Baxter’s poem “Lord Holy Spirit” reminds us that the Spirit blows “inside and outside our fences”. This is a day to explore territory that may be outside our familiar “fences” and find some fresh perspectives. A relaxed day with plenty of space for solitude and reflection on the resources provided.
Venue: Arjay House, 73 Cliff Rd, Torbay. 10.00am - 4.00pm
BYO lunch, drinks provided. Cost: $35.
Register by phoning Sheila Pritchard (09) 473 8929 or
Email: s.pritch@xtra.co.nz

May 17 THE DANGER OF DRIFTING
Thurs. 9.30am – 4pm. BYO Bible, notebook, lunch. Drinks & Biscuits
provided
Cost $15.00 Venue: Elijah’s Rest, 20 Clearview Heights, Ranui.
Registration to Jeanette Brown (09) 833 8476

May 19-20 INTRODUCTION TO SILENT RETREAT One day - Hillsborough
A semi-silent retreat. Saturday 5pm (before dinner) – Sunday 4pm.
Venue St Francis Friary, Hillsborough. Leaders Marion Baker & Rev. Valerie Bridge.
Cost: Registration $10 (non refundable) + $85.
Enquiries to St Chad’s Church (09) 521 5013. Email: marion@stchads.org.nz

Jun 14 GOD’S TOUCH ON THE ORDINARY – THE BEAUTY AROUND US.
A time of reflection on the wonder, inspiration and nourishment of beauty.
Thurs. 10am – 3pm BYO Lunch, Bible, notebook, pen.
Cost: $10 payable on the day.
Venue: Mercy Spiritual Life Centre, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Registrations to: Aynsley Mackie 28 Realm Place, Massey, Auckland 0614
(09) 833 8820 Email: aynsley.m@xtra.co.nz

Aug 3-6 NON SILENT 3-DAY DIRECTED RETREAT - Long Bay
7.00pm Fri - 4.00pm Mon. Venue: Vaughan Park Retreat Centre, Long Bay.
Leaders: Valerie Bridge & Raewyn Miller.
Cost: Registration $30 (non refundable) + $255.
Enquiries to St Chad’s Church (09) 521 5013. Email: marion@stchads.org.nz

Aug 21 NO PLACE HE WON’T GO
Thurs. 9.30am – 4pm. BYO Bible, notebook, lunch. Drinks & biscuits
provided
Cost $15.00 Venue: Elijah’s Rest, 20 Clearview Heights, Ranui.
Registration to Jeanette Brown (09) 833 8476

Aug 26 MURIWAI –WILDERNESS RETREAT – Houghton’s Bush Camp - Sep 2 – Auckland
A seven day retreat in the beautiful Muriwai setting and upgraded camp accommodation.
A seven day directed self-catering retreat.
Sun 5pm – Sun 1pm. BYO food, utensils, bedding
Leader: Warren Deason
Registration $25 (non refundable) + Cost $310.
Registration closing 12 Aug. and enquiries (or for Brochure and registration form) to: Carole Hunt. 1A Ogilvy Tce, Plimmerton, Wellington 5026
Phone (04) 233 0714 Email: sgm@clear.net.nz
(Should there be insufficient numbers for the retreat to proceed you will be advised as soon as possible after the closing date.)

Sept 5 “GREEN STEMS OF POSSIBILITY” (Parker Palmer)
As the spring season begins we will focus on what our own “green stems of possibility” might be and how to encourage their growth. A relaxed day with plenty of space for solitude and reflection on the resources provided.
Venue: Arjay House, 73 Cliff Rd, Torbay. 10.00am - 4.00pm
BYO lunch, drinks provided. Cost: $35.
Register by phoning Sheila Pritchard (09) 473 8929 or
Email: s.pritch@xtra.co.nz

Sep 14-16 WEEKEND RETREAT – THE MYSTERY OF PRESENCE
At a beautiful venue overlooking Mission Bay, 56 Selwyn Ave, Mission Bay, Auckland
Fri 6.45pm (after dinner) – Sun 4pm.
Cost $150 ($30 of this on registration) All meals provided.
Register by 28 August to Ruth Rosser (09) 412 8534 (rrpeace@xtra.co.nz)
48, School Road, Riverhead, Auckland or to Jean Malone (09) 833 7950

Sep 21-28 SILENT 7-DAY DIRECTED RETREAT - Hillsborough
7pm Friday 21st – 2pm Friday 28th. Venue: St Francis Friary, Hillsborough.
Leaders: Rev. Bridge, Marion Baker, Ruth Rosser.
Cost: registration $50 (non refundable) + $620. Early registration is essential.
If cost is a problem, please contact us.
Enquiries to St Chad’s Church (09) 521 5013. Email: marion@stchads.org.nz

Oct 4 GOD’S TOUCH ON THE ORDINARY – HIS AMAZING GRACE
A time of reflection on the wonderful gift God gives us in our own and others’ lives
Thurs. 10am – 3pm BYO Lunch, Bible, notebook, pen.
Cost $10 payable on the day.
Venue: Mercy Spiritual Life Centre, 104 The Drive, Epsom.
Registrations to: Aynsley Mackie 28 Realm Place, Massey, Auckland 0614
(09) 833 8820 Email: aynsley.m@xtra.co.nz

Oct 5 – 7 THE HANDS I LOVE TO HOLD
Weekend retreat Fri 7pm – 4pm Sunday
Venue: Arjay House, 73 Cliff Road, Torbay. Single rooms, numbers limited
Cost $140.00 plus $20 registration non-refundable.
Enquiries to Jeanette Brown (09) 833 8476 Email r.g.brown@xtra.co.nz

Oct 29 5-DAY SILENT RETREAT – Torbay
- Nov 2 Monday 10am to Friday 4pm. A fully silent, individually directed retreat led by Sheila Pritchard. Self-catering. Single rooms. Numbers limited.
Venue: Arjay House 73 Cliff Road, Torbay.
Cost: $25 non refundable registration fee plus $300.
Phone (09) 473 8929 or Email: s.pritch@xtra.co.nz to check available space.
Then send registration fee and your contact details to Sheila Pritchard 42A Toroa St., Torbay, Auckland 1311.

Nov 9-11 WEEKEND RETREAT
SACRED PATHWAYS – THE MYSTERY OF PRESENCE
Venue: Tyburn Monastery, Bombay
Fri 6.45pm (after dinner) – Sun 4pm.
Cost $130 ($30 deposit) All meals provided.
Register by 26 October to Ruth Rosser (09) 412 8534 (rrpeace@xtra.co.nz)
48, School Road, Riverhead, Auckland or to Jean Malone (09) 833 7950

Nov 16-18 SILENT WEEKEND DIRECTED RETREAT - Mission Bay
7pm Friday 16th - 4pm Sunday 18th.
Venue: Mary McKillop Centre, Selwyn Avenue, Mission Bay.
Leaders: Rev. Valerie Bridge, Marion Baker.
Further information and enquiries: St Chad’s Church (09) 521 5013.
Email: marion@stchads.org.nz

2008
Jan 4-11 OASIS SEVEN DAY RETREAT
A silent directed retreat at Oasis Retreat and Study Centre.
Fri 7.pm- Fri.1.30pm. Registration $10 + Cost $350.
Register to Oasis, P.O. Box 300277, Albany, 0752
Leaders: Andrew and Margaret Dunn. Phone 09 415 9686 with enquiries.
 

WAIKATO

QUIET MORNINGS - Hamilton.
The Rev. Jean Cotter leads quiet mornings on the 1st Tuesday and 3rd Friday of each month at 47 Russleigh Drive, Hamilton, 9.30am -12.30pm Phone. (07) 847-9642.
Jean is also available for spiritual direction and supervision.

AVAILABLE AT “OKEHU” A 10 acre property on the outskirts of Hamilton.
- Spiritual Direction, Supervision, Quiet Garden Ministry
- Retreats – individual, group or parish based by arrangement.

WATERSHED COTTAGE - A RETREAT FOR WOMEN.
A place to rest, reflect and simply be. Bush, birds, sea and silence on the beautiful Coromandel Peninsular. Contact Ceridwyn Parr and Danielle Melton. 122 Tararu Creek Road, Tararu, Thames, Coromandel Peninsula Phone (07) 868 5393
Email: info@watershedcottage.co.nz Website: www.watershedcottage.co.nz

31 Mar QUIET DAY - BYSTANDERS AT THE CROSS
Sat. 9.30am – 3.30pm Venue: Chartwell Cooperating Church, Comries Road, Hamilton
Leader: Christine Renner. Cost: $10.00 Bookstall available.
BYO lunch and writing materials. Beverages, morning and afternoon tea
supplied.
Register with Doreen Riddell (07) 855 5702 or at the church office
(07) 855 7434

HOUCHEN HOUSE PROGRAMME
The programme for 2007 is available from Houchen House, 83 Houchens Road, Hamilton.
Phone. (07) 843 5538
 

BAY OF PLENTY

Ria Sandberg and Bev Milne are available for Spiritual Direction and to lead Quiet Days for your group or your church in the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua.
For information re themes and dates for Quiet Days or for any other queries, please contact either of the following:
Ria Sandberg (07) 357 4395  Rotorua   cj.sandberg@xtra.co.nz
Bev Milne      (07) 579 2142 Tauranga  infinity40@xtra.co.nz


TITOKI - A PLACE OF RESTORATION
Titoki Healing Centre, situated 10 minutes from Whakatane offers a charming homestead set in extensive grounds among mature trees. There are 7 twin guest rooms, some with ensuite facilities and a self contained two bedroomed cottage/motel. Suitable for small retreats or for time out for individuals.
Contact the Chaplain. Rev. Graeme Birch Phone (07) 308 6503
Email: titokichc@paradise.co.nz Visit the website www.titoki.org.nz
 

TARANAKI

Taizé-style contemplative service

FIRST SUNDAY EACH MONTH : 7.00pm
Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Fitzroy Contact 7583611 for further details.

24 Mar On the journey with Julian of Norwich - A quiet day with a Lenten focus.
9.30 am - 3.00 pm. conducted by Gloria Williams. Bring Bible, lunch, rug, koha. Tea, coffee etc provided. VENUE: St Mary’s New Plymouth Contact
(06) 753 4050 to register.

25 Aug Emerging from the winters of our lives - A quiet day to consider hope and the Christian journey.
9.30 am - 3.00 pm conducted by Sue Pickering at St Mary’s New Plymouth. Bring Bible, lunch, koha etc To register contact Sue on (06) 758 4952 or sgmtp@xtra.co.nz

24 Nov QUIET DAY - Advent focus
9.30 am - 3.00 pm Details to be advised. Bring Bible, lunch, koha etc
To register contact Sue Pickering (06) 758 4952 or email on sgmtp@xtra.co.nz

Other events are being planned. Please contact Sue Pickering (06) 758 4952 or sgmtp@xtra.co.nz

to find out what else is available in the Taranaki region or to request a Quiet Day for your group.
 

MANAWATU

FOR SPIRITUAL DIRECTION: contact any of the following

Kathy Clark (06) 323 7779
Anne Crisp (06) 358 0712
Leithe Deal (06) 323 2704
John Franklin (06) 357 4182
John Jay (06) 323 9910
June Latham (06) 359 2091
Barbara McMillan (06) 355 5220

This group can offer the “Retreat in Daily Life” to a church or group.

TAIZÉ SERVICE: First Sunday of the month, 7pm at St Matthews Anglican Church,
109 College Street, Palmerston North. Enquiries to June Latham (06) 359 2091.

MORNING REFLECTION FOR BUSY PEOPLE
Every Wednesday 8.15 – 8.45 am at 71 Fairview Ave, Feilding.
Contact: Kathy Clark (06) 323 7779, John Jay (06) 323 9910, Leithe Deal (06) 323 2704

Jul 21 QUIET DAY WITH GERTRUDE OF HELFTA
Gertrude was a Medieval Mystic whose writings have been rediscovered.
She was a popular spiritual director both for her Benedictine sisters and the people outside. We will explore her life, images and revelations with particular interest in what she might have to say to us today using readings, music, art and silence.
Sat. 9.30am – 3.00pm. Venue: 11 Suffolk Cres. Feilding.
BYO lunch, notebook, drinks provided. Cost: $20.00/Koha
For details and to register contact June Latham (06) 359 2091

Nov 21 QUIET DAY: ADVENT
A time to be still and reflect.
Sat. 9.30am – 3.00pm at St Matthew’s Anglican Church, 109 College Street
Palmerston North
BYO lunch, drinks provided. Koha.
For details and to register contact June Latham (06) 359 2091
 

EAST COAST

For events in Hawkes Bay contact:-
Shirley Duthie Pleroma House, 2 Knorp St. Otane Phone (06) 856 8124
Margaret Gwynn 23 Clyde Rd, Napier Phone (06) 835 2122
Joy MacCormick 2/1003 Konini St, Hastings Phone (06) 876 1086
Murray Mills 12 Clyde Rd, Napier Phone (06) 835 0884
Di Woods 23 Puketapu Rd, Taradale Phone (06) 844 2998 (wk)

SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
One to one: a companion on your spiritual journey to help you explore your relationship with God. Contact any of the above.

RETREAT IN DAILY LIFE
Sunday – Friday. Offered each year as an introduction to having a spiritual companion. Participants undertake 30 minutes of prayer each day and meet daily with a spiritual director to reflect on the experience.

EXPLORING THE SACRED through music, readings, silence
Every Wednesday 9.30-10.30 am.
At 23 Clyde Rd, Napier. Enquiries to Margaret Gwynn. Phone (06) 835 2122.

LABYRINTHS
A Labyrinth in the classical seven-ring design has been created on Moonwatch Lawn at Trelinnoe Park, a magnificent private garden off the Napier-Taupo Highway near Te Pohue. The Garden is open all year ($7 entry charge) with a café open from September till June.
For events involving the labyrinth (eg. Winter Solstice, New Year’s Eve.) contact Margaret Gwynn. Phone (06) 835 2122.

A Chartres style labyrinth is located at Twyford on the outskirts of Hastings. Access for individuals and groups by arrangement. Facilitated events every few months. For information and directions Phone Alison Kerr (06) 879 6160 or Joy MacCormick (06) 876 1086

DREAM GROUP
For those who have done one of Margaret Bowater’s workshops or equivalent. Meets monthly.
Contact Margaret Gwynn Phone (06) 835 2122 or Joy MacCormick Phone (06) 876 1086.

PASSAGES AND PATHWAYS
Saturdays May 12, July 21, Oct 13.
10am-4pm at Flaxmere Anglican Community Events Centre, 38 Bristol Cres, Flaxmere.
Explorations of PASSAGES from scripture and how they offer a way to explore the PATHWAYS of our own lives. The insights of C. G. Jung, Neil Douglas-Klotz and others, group discussion, silence and creative activities contribute to the process. Bring Bible, journal or notebook, lunch to share. Suggested donation $15 or koha.
Enquiries and registration to Joy MacCormick. Phone (06) 876 1086

Mar 3 TWO DAY SEMINAR / RETREAT
& 10 “The Dark Flame – Facing the Reality of Evil” - to be held over two
consecutive Saturdays.
C.J.Jung says, “It seems to me to be the Holy Spirit’s task and charge to reconcile the opposites in the human individual through a special development of the
human soul.”
Billets may be available for those wishing to attend from out of town.
Enquiries to Joy MacCormick, Phone: (06) 876 1086

May 12 PASSAGES AND PATHWAYS - see details above.

Jul 21 PASSAGES AND PATHWAYS - see details above

Oct 13 PASSAGES AND PATHWAYS - see details above

 

CENTRAL REGION

WELLINGTON

Mar 6, 13, 20, 27 THE JOURNEY OF PRAYER – Whitby
Experience over four evenings some different ways of praying, such as centring prayer, contemplation, journaling and praying the scriptures
Tuesday evenings 7.30 – 9.30pm
Facilitators: SGM Team.
Venue: St Mary’s Anglican Church, Entrance to Whitby Shopping Centre,
Discovery Drive, Whitby
Cost: $10 registration. Total Cost $35.00
Registrations to Terry Alve 04 234 7088 or Email: stmary.terry@xtra.co.nz

Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 FURTHER STEPS ON THE JOURNEY OF PRAYER - Karori
Here is an opportunity to deepen your experience of prayer by discovering what part your personality plays, tasting the gift of silence, exploring the
richness of Scriptural prayer and learning to be creative in prayer.
Wednesday evenings 7.30-9.30pm
Facilitators: SGM Team
Venue: St Marys Anglican Church, 170 Karori Road, Karori.
Cost: $10 registration. Total cost $40.00
Registrations to : Robyn McClay (04) 476 4745 or drmarc@xtra.co.nz

Mar 26 QUIET...ISH DAYS FOR MINISTERS & PASTORS
May 28 Days for restoration of soul and invigoration for ministry.
Jul 23 The pattern of the day will include:
Sep 24 prayer, focus and theme for the day
Nov 26 solo time with God in the beauty of creation – walk, rest,
journal …
feedback and fuel for the journey
Mondays 9am – 4pm
Facilitator: Andrew Pritchard
Venues: Wild and beautiful spots between Levin and the south coast of
Wellington, a different location each time. Wet weather gear, good
walking shoes/boots and a day-pack required. Indoor alternatives will
be used in particularly stormy weather!
Cost: $40.00 each day BYO food and drinks.
Register with Andrew … alp_resources@paradise.net.nz Ph 04-9046764

Apr 14 “AS IT IS IN HEAVEN”
Journeying with integrity in a world of complexity and changing values calls us to continually connect with our spirituality. We invite you to take time to explore a glimpse of heaven in the context of this film. Quiet time, reflection and sharing will enable you to grapple with what unfolds,
Facilitators: Maureen Lamb and Molly King
Cost: $35.00
Venue Waiwhetu Uniting Church and Community Centre
6 Trafalgar Street, Lower Hutt.
Saturday 10am – 4pm
Contact: Molly King, Phone: 04-9046102 mdking@clear.net.nz or
Maureen Lamb, Phone: 04-5694 149 Email: lambr@paradise.net.nz

May 26 DREAMS: THE LANGUAGE OF THE SOUL
Our dreams constantly show us the way towards wholeness and fullness of like. In this workshop we will use a variety of methods to tap into the deep inner wisdom of our lives through exploring our own dreams.
Please come prepared with a dream which you would like to explore.
Sat. 10am – 4pm. Facilitator: Marg Schrader.
Venue: Kapiti Uniting Parish, 27 Raumati Road, Raumati.
BYO lunch, notebook and dream. Cost $45.00 on the day. $30.00 for
students.
Please register with Marg Schrader Phone: (04) 905 9474
Email: margschrader@xtra.co.nz

May 28 QUIET...ISH DAY FOR MINISTERS & PASTORS for details see Mar 26

Jul 23 QUIET...ISH DAY FOR MINISTERS & PASTORS for details see Mar 26

Aug 18 SPIRITUAL INTELLIGENCE
You may have noticed how reminders keep popping up inviting us to place understanding of our emotional and social intelligence alongside our own
giftedness. Workshops abound on these topics. Not so much appears about
spiritual intelligence. This day of reflection gives you the opportunity to
address this gap.
Sat. 10am – 4pm. Facilitator: Molly King
Venue: St Andrew’s Church, Reikorangi (10 minutes drive from Waikanae
Village) BYO lunch, or available at local pottery café for $8.50.
Cost for day $30.00 Register by Aug 11 with Molly King, 134 Winara Avenue, Waikanae 5036 Phone: 04-9046102 Email: mdking@clear.net.nz

Sep 7-11 TWO DAY or FOUR DAY DIRECTED RETREAT
This retreat may be taken as a two day retreat 7.30pm Fri to 4pm Sun or 5pm Sun to 4pm Tue. Or as a four day retreat 7.30pm Fri to 4pm Tue. A substantial part of each day will be in silence in order to listen more closely to God.
Venue: Elm Court, Waikanae Christian Holiday Park, Waikanae.
Facilitators: SGM Team.
Cost: Registration $50.00 plus $200.00 Fri-Sun, $215.00 Sun-Tue, $375.00 for 4 days. Registrations: Merle Hiscock, 37 Randwick Cres. Moera.
Phone (04) 976 4693

Sep 23-29 A WEEK OF GUIDED PRAYER – Lower Hutt
This is an opportunity to discover God in the context of daily life and deepen your relationship with God. Participants commit themselves to pray for 30 minutes each day and then meet with a spiritual director to reflect on their experiences of prayer. All participants meet together on the Sunday afternoon and then conclude the week with brunch on the Saturday morning. This format allows for participation with minimal interruptions of regular work and other commitments as well as reducing costs.
Facilitators: SGM Team Venue: St James Anglican Church, Woburn Road
Lower Hutt Time: commences 4pm Sunday September 23rd and concludes 10am on Saturday September 29th
Cost: $10.00 registration, total cost $50.00 or koha
Registrations to: Diana Ward (04) 5773042 or grandmaward@xtra.co.nz

Sep 24 QUIET...ISH DAY FOR MINISTERS & PASTORS for details see Mar 26

Oct 4, 11, 18, 25 EXPLORING PRAYER
Explore the rich diversity of prayer that enables us to encounter God.
Facilitators include: Jan Ballantyne, Molly King, Andrew Pritchard, Heather Sangster-Smith, Marg Schrader
Venue: St Mark’s Anglican Church, Margaret Rd, Raumati BeachThursday evenings 7.30-9.00pm
Cost for series $35.00
Register with Molly King, 134 Winara Avenue, Waikanae 5036
Phone: 04-9046102 Email: mdking@clear.net.nz

Oct 27- A WEEK OF GUIDED PRAYER - Karori
Nov 3 This is an opportunity to discover God in the context of daily life and deepen your relationship with God. Participants commit themselves to pray for 30 minutes each day and then meet with a spiritual director to reflect on their experiences of prayer. All participants meet together on the Sunday afternoon and then conclude the week with brunch on the Saturday morning. This format allows for participation with minimal interruptions of regular work and other commitments as well as reducing costs.
Facilitators: SGM Team
Venue: St Mary’s Anglican Church, 170 Karori Road, Karori.
Time: Group commences 4pm Sunday October 27th and concludes 10am on Saturday
November 3th 2007
Cost: $10.00 registration, total cost $50.00 or koha
Registrations to : Robyn McClay (04) 476 4745 or drmarc@xtra.co.nz

Nov 26 QUIET...ISH DAY FOR MINISTERS & PASTORS for details see Mar 26

ENNEAGRAM WORKSHOP
3 evenings, dates and times to be advised.
Facilitator: Lyndall Brown rsj
Enquiries to: Maureen Lamb, Phone: 04-5694 149
Email: lambr@paradise.net.nz

Other workshops and retreats are offered in Wellington through Emmaus Spirituality
Centre, Hobson Street, Wellington Ph. (04) 472 2734. Please ring them for further details
of their programme and registration.

The Anglican Cathedral, Molesworth Street, Wellington, offers contemplative services and special evenings of prayer during the year.
For more information please contact Raymond Pelly at Ph. (04) 472 0286 or
Raymond.Pelly@xtra.co.nz

If you would like to be added to the Wellington database and kept informed of SGM Wellington events please contact Maureen Lamb Ph. (04) 5694 149 or lambr@paradise.net.nz

In the Wellington area the following services are available.
Facilitators for Quiet Days; Retreats; Group Discernment; and individual Spiritual Direction.

Please ring one of the following for more details:
Andrew Pritchard (04) 904 6764; Merle Hiscock (04) 976 4693 or Maureen Lamb
(04) 569 4149
 

NELSON/MARLBOROUGH

QUIET DAY/S
Kevin Gwynne is available for spiritual direction, to lead a Quiet Day or Retreat for your Church or Group and can be contacted on SGM matters.
Email: ksgwynne@xtra.co.nz Ph: (03) 577 6507

QUIET DAYS- Nelson / Tasman Bay

KINA DAYS
Days aside by the sea, on the last Friday of January, March, May, July, September and November. 9.30am till 2.30pm.
Enquiries to Karen Moynagh (03) 542 4090 or Margie Marshall (03) 542 3869

ALDOURIE DAYS
Days aside in a rural setting on the last Friday of February, April, June, August, October
9.30am – 2.30pm
Enquiries to Margie Marshall (03) 542 3869 or Karen Moynagh (03) 542 4090

QUIET DAYS – Golden Bay
Four meetings at three monthly intervals for a “Quiet Day Aside”. Usually the last Saturday of the months of February, May, August and November.
For dates and details contact Judith Richards, RD1 Takaka 7183 . Phone (03) 525 9393

Mar 23 “LET GO – LET GOD”
A Quiet Day of Reflections for Lent – A time to explore and celebrate the Easter story.
Fri. 9.30am – 2.30pm Venue: St Ninian’s Church, 1 Riley Cres. Blenheim
Cost. $10 BYO Lunch. Tea & coffee provided.
Facilitator: Kevin Gwynne. Registrations to Sheryll Gwynne 14A Leitrim St. Blenheim
Phone: (03) 577 6507 Email. ksgwynne@xtra.co.nz

Jul 20 “WIPE AWAY THE BLUES”
A midwinter retreat to focus on the “Seasons of God” Wipe away the old winter blues and spend a day focusing on the rich and varied attributes of God.
Fri. 9.30am – 2.30pm Venue: St Ninian’s Church, 1 Riley Cres. Blenheim
Cost. $15 BYO Lunch. Tea & coffee provided.
Facilitator: Kevin Gwynne and Miriam Taylor.
Registrations to Sheryll Gwynne 14A Leitrim St. Blenheim
Phone: (03) 577 6507 Email. ksgwynne@xtra.co.nz

Nov 30 “PREPARE YE THE WAY”
A Quiet Day of Advent Prayer.
Take time out to explore some stillness and silence before the busy Christmas rush.
Fri. 9.30am – 2.30pm Venue: St Ninian’s Church, 1 Riley Cres. Blenheim
Cost. $10 BYO Lunch. Tea & coffee provided.
Facilitator: Kevin Gwynne.
Registrations to Sheryll Gwynne 14A Leitrim St. Blenheim
Phone: (03) 577 6507. Email. ksgwynne@xtra.co.nz
 

SOUTHERN REGION

CANTERBURY

THE QUIET GARDEN – Churchill Springs, Hororata, Canterbury.
(Affiliated to the Quiet Garden Trust). 25 acres of natural springs, ponds and creeks continues to offer its space for day retreats on request for individuals or small groups. Groups up to a maximum of 12 can be catered for comfortably- but a few more can be squeezed in on cushions. Rev. Maggie Smith is available to lead if required to suit the needs or the season.
Contact Rev Margaret Smith (03) 318 0793 A map will be sent on booking.

ADCROFT RETREAT CENTRE
Adcroft Retreat Centre is situated on 3.6 hectares of Prayer Garden, lake and pasture land at 550 Buchanans Road, Yaldhurst. The Centre is available for Quiet days and Retreats and offers residential accommodation for up to 16 people.
Contact Kay or Malcolm Palmer (03) 342 7259 for more information.

CONTEMPLATIVE SERVICES
St Mary’s Merivale have begun a Quiet Service once a month - ring their office for details.
St Barnabas have one monthly called Stillpoint every 2nd Wednesday ring Angela
(03) 355 5835
St Mary’s Addington Church Square have a Taize service monthly 1st Sundays
St Luke’s in the City have a Labyrinth prayer walk set up 1st Sundays and other times.
www.stlukesinthecity.org.nz
Opawa Baptist have an alternative service called Side Door, which is interactive as well as contemplative, 3rd Wednesdays and following Sundays. www.sidedoor.org.nz

THE WELL
A Reflective Service to refresh and rest your soul with quiet music, silence, readings, prayers, a visual focus relating to a theme, and communion
7 – 8 pm, 3rd Sunday evenings each month except December and January
at Papanui Baptist Church, 144 Sawyers Arms Rd
Contact Kathy Hughes 352 2673 or Jocelyn Head 354 3166

Mar 21 A LENTEN JOURNEY - Significant points along the way to the cross
Wed 10am – 2.30pm. Venue: Adcroft Retreat Centre, 550 Buchanans Road, Yaldhurst.
BYO lunch, Tea & Coffee provided. Cost: Donation.
Please register by phoning (03) 342 7259. Email:adcroft@clear.net.nz

May 26-28 QUIET WEEKEND
Fri. 7pm-Sun 12 noon. Venue: Adcroft Retreat Centre, 550 Buchanans Road, Yaldhurst.
Cost: $100 all meals and linen provided. Leader: Ilene Allan
Contact Kay or Malcolm Palmer (03) 342 7259 for details and registration.

Jun 7 PREPARING THE SOIL – the first of 3 linked God-Space days looking at the journey of discernment, prayer and action
Thurs. 10am – 2.30pm. Venue: Adcroft Retreat Centre, 550 Buchanans Road, Yaldhurst.
BYO lunch, Tea & Coffee provided. Cost: Donation.
Please register by phoning (03) 342 7259. Email:adcroft@clear.net.nz

Jul 25 SOWING SEEDS - the second of 3 linked God-Space days looking at the journey of discernment, prayer and action
Wed. 10am – 2.30pm. Venue: Adcroft Retreat Centre, 550 Buchanans Road, Yaldhurst.
BYO lunch, Tea & Coffee provided. Cost: Donation.
Please register by phoning (03) 342 7259. Email:adcroft@clear.net.nz

Sep 11 WHAT OF THE HARVEST ? - the third of 3 linked God-Space days looking at the journey of discernment, prayer and action
Tues. 10am – 2.30pm. Venue: Adcroft Retreat Centre, 550 Buchanans Road, Yaldhurst.
BYO lunch, Tea & Coffee provided. Cost: Donation.
Please register by phoning (03) 342 7259. Email:adcroft@clear.net.nz

Oct 30 DARE TO DREAM !!
Tues. 10am – 2.30pm. Venue: Adcroft Retreat Centre, 550 Buchanans Road, Yaldhurst.
BYO lunch, Tea & Coffee provided. Cost: Donation.
Please register by phoning (03) 342 7259. Email:adcroft@clear.net.nz
 

OTAGO

As well as the programme listed below, there are people who may be available to lead
retreats and prayer days for groups and parishes on request.
Enquiries to Nola Myles (03) 473 8804 robinola@xtra.co.nz

THE CAIM
A safe place to gather for quiet prayer and reflection offered by the Highgate Parish.
Venue: The Maori Hill Church, 7.15am – 7.45am and in
The Roslyn Church 7.15am – 7.45am every Wednesday.
The Caim is led by a team of people and follows daily readings from the Common
Lectionary. Everyone Welcome.

QUIET DAYS, CONTEMPLATIVE WORSHIP AND ONGOING
COMPANIONING
offered by:
Lois McMillan (03) 439 5521 Email: ian.lois@xtra.co.nz
Jane Green (03) 439 5825 Email: jane.green@callsouth.net.nz
Catherine Harvey (03) 431 7754, 021 687 637
Email: cathharvey@xtra.co.nz

Mar A RETREAT IN DAILY LIFE (Theme of Lent)
- in association with Otago Tertiary Chaplaincy
An opportunity for students and others to experience a “Retreat” without taking 5 days off work or study, or being away from home for that time.
Retreatants commit to meet together each day (Sun – Fri) at 5.30pm (5.00pm on the Sunday) for no more than 1 hour as well as time alone with God each day.
Date and venue (on or near campus) to be advised.
Suggested cost: $10 or donation
Enquiries and registration to Mike Wright (03) 479 6094
Email: chaplain@tekotago.ac.nz

May 18-20 PENTECOST RETREAT - COME HOLY SPIRIT
A non-residential weekend retreat to prepare for and celebrate Pentecost.
Time to think about and experience God the Spirit in every day life.
7pm Fri – noon Sun. BYO Lunch Sat, evening meal supplied.
Venue: Knox College, Arden St, Opoho, Dunedin
Leaders: Neil Churcher and Nola Myles.
Enquiries to Nola Myles (03) 473 8804 Email: robinola@xtra.co.nz

September A RETREAT IN DAILY LIFE (Theme of Transitions)
- in association with Otago Tertiary Chaplaincy
An opportunity for students and others to experience a “Retreat” without taking 5 days off work or study, or being away from home for that time.
Retreatants commit to meet together each day (Sun – Fri) at 5.30pm (5.00pm on the Sunday) for no more than 1 hour as well as time alone with God each day.
Date and venue (on or near campus) to be advised.
Suggested cost: $10 or donation
Enquiries and registration to Mike Wright (03) 479 6094
Email: chaplain@tekotago.ac.nz

Sep 28-30 WEEKEND RETREAT AT EN HAKKORE - MANIOTOTO
Find the space to meet God in this place!
7pm Fri - 4pm Sun
Enquiries to Jane Green (03) 439 5825 jane.green@callsouth.net.nz
 

SOUTHLAND

Colin Renouf is available to facilitate Retreats or Quiet Days for you or for your Church group.
Enquiries to Colin Renouf (03) 208 6139.

Mar 31 DYING & RISING - GORE
“I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds”. John 12:24
The Easter events are to be continually embraced as a way of life. Death and New Life the gift of God. Explore these themes in a contemplative retreat to be held Sat: 31 March
Cost: $20.00 BYO lunch; drinks and morning tea provided.
Registrations to Colin Renouf colin-r@clear.net.nz Phone: (03) 208 6139
or Heather Clark. Phone (03) 216 3238

June 16 MID-COURSE CORRECTION - INVERCARGILL
Exploring the changes, losses and new discoveries of mid-life spirituality. “Sitting in the Question.” Saturday June 16
Cost: $20 BYO lunch; drinks and morning tea provided.
Registrations to Colin Renouf colin-r@clear.net.nz Phone. (03) 208 6139 or
Heather Clark, Phone. (03) 216 3238

Sept 15 THE CONTEMPLATIVE WAY - INVERCARGILL
Exploring some of the basic principles of Contemplative Spirituality. Meeting God in and through his creation.
Saturday Sept 15.
Cost: $20 BYO lunch; drinks and morning tea provided.
Registrations to Colin Renouf colin-r@clear.net.nz Phone. (03) 208 6139 or
Heather Clark. Phone. (03) 216 3238