Falling Leaves and Gathering Kindling

A Day Retreat with the Rev. Dr. Hilary Oxford Smith and harpist and singer, Julie Saraswati

“Close your eyes.
Gather all the kindling
About your heart
To create one spark.”
John O’Donohue

Autumn is a time when we gather to our hearts the fruits of our life experience, give thanks and gently let go into Winter’s rest.

In the beautiful parkland setting of Teschemakers Resort, a former convent of the Dominican Sisters of Aotearoa New Zealand, and with a magnificent Chapel in the grounds, enjoy a day of nurture and restfulness, refreshment and reflection. Be companioned by the insights and wisdom of Celtic Christian spirituality, music, poetry, creativity, quiet times, prayers and blessings.

Friday 7th May 2021
9.30am – 4.00pm

$95.00 per person

Retreat Package: Morning and afternoon tea with home-baking; delicious soup and platter lunch; all materials and hand-outs.

To register: Please email hilary@spiritofbradan.com.

“I returned home feeling lighter of heart.”
“I loved the music and song that Julie gifted to us.”
“A well-prepared and beautifully presented retreat where we were warmly welcomed and where we spent time with God.”
“An outstanding experience.”
“The best part of the day was to step aside from daily routines and focus on the importance of spirituality in my life.”