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WELCOME to the June 2022 program! We look forward to you joining us.
Remember to use the on-line resources for times of stillness and silence. [Use the "Support" tab on the menu or click the "Discover more" links on the homepage.]
Thank you for your support through donations to help us continue our work.
Blessings to all for a healthy, safe and happy month ahead!

in person: Monthly Gathering, Friday 27 May, 11.30am - 1pm

a cuppa with friends
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 plan to gather in the library you may like to browse and borrow books. Even though the library is not officially open at this time we can organise for you to borrow books if needed. …

via zoom: Carmelite Conversations, Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection with Paul Chandler OCarm, Wednesday 1 June,10.30am - 12.00noon

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Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection is the author of 'The Practice of the Presence of God' - "in one single act that does not end." Brother Lawrence was a man of humble beginnings who discovered the greatest secret of living in the kingdom of God here on earth. It is the art of “practicing …

via zoom: Eco-Spirituality Reading Circle, Tuesday 18 June, 5.00 - 6.30pm

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We are currently reading the book "Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet" by the late Venerable Thich Nhat Hahn and discussing it in sections. We will be reading and discussing Part Two of this Book titled "The Action Dimension...A new way of living" at the June gathering. Participants are reminded …

via zoom: Reading Circle on the Gospel of John, Tuesday 21 June, 1.30 - 3.00pm

cosmic mystery
Reading St John’s Gospel A small group come together monthly to read and discuss John’s gospel exploring St John’s Christ Mystery as a way of helping them in their own spiritual journey. The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 1.30 to 3.00pm. …

in person: Women's Art Circle, with Michelle Harris, Wednesday 22 June, 10.30am - 12.00noon

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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 in South Melbourne. Address supplied by Michele after your booking. Numbers are limited so please contact Michele to book and be kept up to date: …

in person: Carmelite WhatsApp Meet Up Group. Join for social catch ups throughout 2022

Carmelite Meet Up
We have launched a WhatsApp group for those interested in connecting with others in our community; for those based in and around Melbourne or if you happen to be visiting. You will need to use the WhatsApp app to join this group. The purpose is to share opportunities to meet socially and catch up. …

Justice, Peace, Integrity of Creation Commission: monthly newsletter at "The Carmelite Family" blog

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At the end of each month the Justice, Peace, Integrity of Creation Commission newsletter is available at "The Carmelite Family" blog. This month we reflect on World Press Freedom Day on 3rd May and the canonisation of Titus Brandsma OCarm on 15th May this year.

The Carmelite Family Blog

SAVE SOME 2022 DATES

First Wednesday of the month: Carmelite Conversations,10.30am
Third Tuesday of the month: Reading Circle on the Gospel of John, 1.30pm
Third Wednesday of the month: Spiritual Reading Group, 10.30am
Fourth Wednesday of the month: Women's Art Circle, 10.30am
Last Friday of the month: Gathering in the Carmelite Library, 11.30am

WEEKLY STILLNESS AND SILENCE

with resources available on-line to use in your own time

via zoom every Tuesday: Centering Prayer Meditation with Kathryn Pile, 5.00pm - 5.50pm

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Centering Prayer Meditation draws on the Christian tradition of meditation from the heart centre, using themes from spiritual writing and scripture, to help us experience beyond limited intellect, the total mind we call Heart, deepen a way of being in God’s Presence. It’s a surrender method, a practice based on ...

every Thursday: Meditation with Peter Thomas

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In the Malone Room on 7pm with COVID-safe requirements.
You can participate in weekly meditation from your home at a time that suits you. An audio by Peter Thomas is added to the website for each weekly session.
Apart from the weekly sessions you can listen to a series of podcasts by Peter Thomas here.

via zoom every Friday: Lectio Divina with David Hofman OCarm,10am - 11am

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The Scripture reading and notes from David Hofman OCarm for each week are available online.You are invited to read privately and reflect from 9.30am then at 10am join the zoom gathering. After an opening prayer, reading the Scripture for the week, and listening to Fr David’s insights into the text, it is a time of sharing reflections and prayers.

DONATE TO THE CARMELITE CENTRE

to help us continue our work
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People regularly tell us that they are grateful for the Carmelite Centre as it provides an oasis of spiritual nourishment, creating a calmer and hope-filled life. Our program offers opportunities on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. This enables individuals to develop a rhythm that leads to a more meaningful and purposeful life. Your support helps us keep going! Donate to the Carmelite Centre.

SUPPORT ON YOUR SPIRITUAL JOURNEY

the spiritual journey is personal but it need not be solitary
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PASTORAL SUPERVISION

Pastoral Supervision provides professional and personal support to people working in Church ministry. Offered in a trusting and confidential setting, the benefits can include improved workplace relationships, renewed sense of vocation, clarity of roles, support and managing stress. To make an appointment, for more information and to listen to a podcast by Damien Peile click here.

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SPIRITUAL DIRECTION

Spiritual Direction conversations can provide support amidst the joy, sorrows and challenges of everyday life. Spiritual Direction is a series of conversations about your experience of life as it is today, in the light of your faith or values. To book an appointment, for more information and to listen to a podcast by Bernadette Micallef click here.

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THE CARMELITE LIBRARY

Please note changed opening hours.
Tuesday 10am - 2pm and Thursday 10am - 1.15pm.
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