UPCOMING EVENTS

in person: Easter Triduum - Port Melbourne/Middle Park Parish - All Welcome to participate

in person: Easter Triduum - Port Melbourne/Middle Park Parish - All Welcome to participate

28/03/2024 - 31/03/2024    
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
All are welcome to participate in the Easter Triduum which begins on Holy Thursday and concludes on Easter Sunday. St Joseph's Church, Cnr Rouse and [...]
in person: Contemplative Walk, Tuesday 2 April 2024, Middle Park, 9.30am

in person: Contemplative Walk, Tuesday 2 April 2024, Middle Park, 9.30am

02/04/2024    
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
ALL WELCOME! Join us for a quiet walk beginning at OLMC Church in Middle Park, 210-218 Richardson St Middle Park 9.30am on the first Tuesdays [...]
in person: Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesday 2 April 2024, 1.00pm in the Malone Room

in person: Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesday 2 April 2024, 1.00pm in the Malone Room

02/04/2024    
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Kathryn Pile leads Centering Prayer Meditation on the first Tuesday of the month at 1.00pm in the Malone Room. (First door on the left when [...]
Carmelite Conversation, replaced by Easter Contemplative Walk

Carmelite Conversation, replaced by Easter Contemplative Walk

06/04/2024    
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
This month, in the post-Easter season, instead of the usual Carmelite Conversation by zoom, we are offering an in-person Easter Contemplative Walk. Click the link [...]
in person: Easter Contemplative Walk, Lilydale - Mt Evelyn, CHANGE OF DATE Saturday 11 May 9.30am

in person: Easter Contemplative Walk, Lilydale - Mt Evelyn, CHANGE OF DATE Saturday 11 May 9.30am

06/04/2024    
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
$0.00
DUE TO DISRUPTIONS ON THE LILYDALE TRAIN LINE WE HAVE CHANGED THE DATE FOR THIS WALK We look forward to seeing you on Saturday 11 [...]
via zoom: Eco-Spirituality Reading Circle, Tuesday 16 April, 5.00pm

via zoom: Eco-Spirituality Reading Circle, Tuesday 16 April, 5.00pm

16/04/2024    
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
In April we will be reading the first section of the book titled "Rooted and Rising...Voices of Courage in a Time of Climate Crisis" edited [...]
in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 26 April, 11.30am - 1pm

in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 26 April, 11.30am - 1pm

26/04/2024    
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us in the Carmelite Library last Friday of each month between 11.30am and 1pm. An opportunity to meet in person and also as we [...]
via zoom: Carmelite Conversations, Care of Self and Spirit with John of the Cross and Teresa of Avila,with Chris Morris, Wednesday 1 May, 2024, 10.30 - 12 noon

via zoom: Carmelite Conversations, Care of Self and Spirit with John of the Cross and Teresa of Avila,with Chris Morris, Wednesday 1 May, 2024, 10.30 - 12 noon

01/05/2024    
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$10.00
We are more and more aware today of the need for self-care in the spiritual life. This session will explore how John and Teresa’s spirituality [...]
in person: Contemplative Walk, Tuesday 7 May 2024, Middle Park, 9.30am

in person: Contemplative Walk, Tuesday 7 May 2024, Middle Park, 9.30am

07/05/2024    
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
ALL WELCOME! Join us for a quiet walk beginning at OLMC Church in Middle Park, 210-218 Richardson St Middle Park 9.30am on the first Tuesdays [...]
in person: Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesday 7 May 2024, 1.00pm in the Malone Room

in person: Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesday 7 May 2024, 1.00pm in the Malone Room

07/05/2024    
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Kathryn Pile leads Centering Prayer Meditation on the first Tuesday of the month at 1.00pm in the Malone Room. (First door on the left when [...]
in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 24 May, 11.30am - 1pm

in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 24 May, 11.30am - 1pm

24/05/2024    
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us in the Carmelite Library last Friday of each month between 11.30am and 1pm. An opportunity to meet in person and also as we [...]
in person: Contemplative Walk, Tuesday 4 June 2024, Middle Park, 9.30am

in person: Contemplative Walk, Tuesday 4 June 2024, Middle Park, 9.30am

04/06/2024    
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
ALL WELCOME! Join us for a quiet walk beginning at OLMC Church in Middle Park, 210-218 Richardson St Middle Park 9.30am on the first Tuesdays [...]
in person: Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesday 4 June 2024, 1.00pm in the Malone Room

in person: Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesday 4 June 2024, 1.00pm in the Malone Room

04/06/2024    
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Kathryn Pile leads Centering Prayer Meditation on the first Tuesday of the month at 1.00pm in the Malone Room. (First door on the left when [...]
via zoom: Carmelite Conversations, Creating a Syndol Parish with Paul Cahill OCarm, Wednesday 5 June, 10.30 - 12 noon

via zoom: Carmelite Conversations, Creating a Syndol Parish with Paul Cahill OCarm, Wednesday 5 June, 10.30 - 12 noon

05/06/2024    
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$10.00
Carmelite Conversations continue in 2024 via zoom on the first Wednesday of the month from 10:30 - 12:00. Wednesday 5 June Paul Cahill OCarm will [...]
in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 28 June, 11.30am - 1pm

in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 28 June, 11.30am - 1pm

28/06/2024    
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us in the Carmelite Library last Friday of each month between 11.30am and 1pm. An opportunity to meet in person and also as we [...]
via zoom: Carmelite Conversations, St Therese of Lisieux: Radiant Light for Theology with Michelle Jones, Wednesday 3 July, 10.30 - 12 noon

via zoom: Carmelite Conversations, St Therese of Lisieux: Radiant Light for Theology with Michelle Jones, Wednesday 3 July, 10.30 - 12 noon

03/07/2024    
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$10.00
Carmelite Conversations continue in 2024 via zoom on the first Wednesday of the month from 10:30 - 12:00. Wednesday 3 July, Dr Michelle Jones will [...]
in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 26 July, 11.30am - 1pm

in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 26 July, 11.30am - 1pm

26/07/2024    
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Join us in the Carmelite Library last Friday of each month between 11.30am and 1pm. An opportunity to meet in person and also as we [...]

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Carmelite Friends WhatsApp - join for sharing reflection and information
27/01/2022 - 27/01/2023    
12:00 AM
The Carmelite WhatsApp group for those interested in sharing reflection and information with others.  You will need to use the WhatsApp app to join this [...]
Social Justice Statement: Respect: Confronting Violence and Abuse, by Australian Catholic Bishops Conference
28/08/2022 - 30/09/2022    
12:00 AM
Sunday 28 August was Social Justice Sunday. This year the Social Justice Statement from the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference is entitled Respect: Confronting Violence and [...]
Season of Creation 2022: Listen to the Voice of Creation. Ends Tuesday 4 October
01/09/2022 - 04/10/2022    
12:00 AM
Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,The Season of Creation is the annual Christian celebration to listen and respond together to the cry of Creation: the [...]
04 Oct
04/10/2022    
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM
We invite you to join us via zoom for Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesdays at 5.00pm Recurring Zoom link for Gathering https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81776225161?pwd=V2o1L1V0TmFoay9XSFRieUtrcWJqdz09 Centering [...]
via zoom: Carmelite Conversations: Mary's Song as Contemplative in the Scripture, with Paul Sireh OCarm, Wednesday 5 October, 10.30am - 12 midday
05/10/2022    
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Paul will reflect on the aspect of song through Mary’s encounter with God as prayer in the scripture mainly the Magnificat. Through the liturgical prayer [...]
Thursday Evening Weekly Meditation 7.00pm plus on-line resources available
06/10/2022    
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
You are invited to experience meditation as a way of bringing peace, harmony and joy to your life. Meditation is a way to assist you [...]
11 Oct
11/10/2022    
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM
We invite you to join us via zoom for Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesdays at 5.00pm Recurring Zoom link for Gathering https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81776225161?pwd=V2o1L1V0TmFoay9XSFRieUtrcWJqdz09 Centering [...]
Thursday Evening Weekly Meditation 7.00pm plus on-line resources available
13/10/2022    
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
You are invited to experience meditation as a way of bringing peace, harmony and joy to your life. Meditation is a way to assist you [...]
18 Oct
18/10/2022    
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM
We invite you to join us via zoom for Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesdays at 5.00pm Recurring Zoom link for Gathering https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81776225161?pwd=V2o1L1V0TmFoay9XSFRieUtrcWJqdz09 Centering [...]
19 Oct
19/10/2022    
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Susan Frykberg will present the thinking outlined in Jeremy Begbie's book Resounding Truth - Christian Wisdom in the World of Music. After presenting an overview [...]
Thursday Evening Weekly Meditation 7.00pm plus on-line resources available
20/10/2022    
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
You are invited to experience meditation as a way of bringing peace, harmony and joy to your life. Meditation is a way to assist you [...]
25 Oct
25/10/2022    
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM
We invite you to join us via zoom for Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesdays at 5.00pm Recurring Zoom link for Gathering https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81776225161?pwd=V2o1L1V0TmFoay9XSFRieUtrcWJqdz09 Centering [...]
Women's Art Circle, with Michele Harris, fourth Wednesday of the month, 10.30am - 12.00
26/10/2022    
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Meditation Mandala Making Morning Tea and Musing On the fourth Wednesday of the month from 10.30am to 12 pm facilitated by Michele Harris Location is [...]
Thursday Evening Weekly Meditation 7.00pm plus on-line resources available
27/10/2022    
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
You are invited to experience meditation as a way of bringing peace, harmony and joy to your life. Meditation is a way to assist you [...]
01 Nov
01/11/2022    
5:00 PM - 5:50 PM
We invite you to join us via zoom for Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, Tuesdays at 5.00pm Recurring Zoom link for Gathering https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81776225161?pwd=V2o1L1V0TmFoay9XSFRieUtrcWJqdz09 Centering [...]
02 Nov
02/11/2022    
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Dr Brené Brown is a social scientist from the United States who speaks and publishes on topics including vulnerability, shame, courage, and connectedness. Brown has [...]
Thursday Evening Weekly Meditation 7.00pm plus on-line resources available
03/11/2022    
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
You are invited to experience meditation as a way of bringing peace, harmony and joy to your life. Meditation is a way to assist you [...]

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WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

 

” It was an opportunity to take part in a retreat before Lent.  It was great to be able to have the time to concentrate upon prayer without distractions. The inner quietness and the knowledge of God’s love within me rather than it being “out there somewhere!”. Most important  was the One-on-One Session each day. The everyday retreat was an accessible way for us to plan in to our day.  I think we are very fortunate to have access to so many “Events” and Services – The Library, The Carmelite Family and 2 Beautiful Churches.”

 

“I benefited a great deal from Charles’ sessions not least because he is a kind and compassionate man. The idea of living in the now has helped me immensely in caring for my 95 year old mother who is now very disabled in a home. It has helped me not become consumed with this issue. The concept of this breath, this moment. Not living in the past or present – living in the now. Excellent teacher created a spiritual experience.”

 

“Just wanted to once again say a big ‘Thank You’ for making the walking pilgrimage happen. It was a lovely mix of solitude and camaraderie for me, and has been very restorative. The response at the end showed everyone appreciating it so much. My soles may be wounded and sore, but my soul is refreshed.”

 

“Thanks for the nice week end we have spent together in Warburton. On Friday when I joined the group, it was for me an “unknown world” but as soon as I was welcome by Damien, I just felt that I was “really at home”. I have made new friends immediately and I was impressed by the warmth hospitality / simplicity / respect for each other and the Carmelite spirituality during the whole week end. Also it was very nice to meet Sr Rosemary, Br Angelino and Martino. On Sunday the mass at the Sancta Sophia Meditation Community was great and meditative, thanks also to Ken and Kathleen for their warm welcome and the great BBQ on that day. Last but not the least my thanks to Denis who accompanied us on this bushwalk as our spiritual leader.”

How wonderful Fr Matthew was able to share with us the wisdom and insight of his vast experiences that have covered 70 years. You do not often get that opportunity. Thank you Fr Matt. Blessings.

Pat, February 2024

 

“Isn’t it amazing the way life just gets in the way once we’re back in the “real world”. Thank you so much for the opportunity to join such a beautiful pilgrimage – so beneficial on so many levels! Many thanks for all your hard work of organisation, it paid off! I am so grateful to you and thanks to the group who made the days so enjoyable.”

 

“Thank you sooo much for the Carmelite session with Father Denis Andrew. It was so wonderful – a delightful, warm hearted talk that was engaging, questioning and led me to deeper and vaster contemplations. This session left me with much to explore. Ruth Burrows! Where have you been all my life?? Time to make a new spiritual friend in Ruth, time to dive deeper into the ‘stream of love’ and explore new spiritual depths, ideas and contemplations.”

Emily, March 2024

 

“Thanks Damien and Irene for organising this Pilgrimage, it has been a wonderful experience and I enjoyed every minute, the spectacular walks in perfect weather, the spiritual input, the comaradarie with the group ending with that beautiful mass in a amazing setting. Feel very blessed to have had this experience………..”

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