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Start Date
20 May @ 4:00 pm
End Date
22 May @ 1:00 pm
Location
Mary MacKillop Spirituality Centre, St Joseph’s by the sea Williamstown, VIC
Working with material from Cynthia Bourgeault’s ‘The Meaning of Mary Magdalene’, this silent retreat will explore how an understanding of Mary Magdalene can revitalize contemporary Christianity. This program will utilise Scripture, Art and Tradition to consider how Mary Magdalene’s discipleship and co-ministry with Jesus shows us how to deepen our own relationship with Jesus today.
The core focus of this retreat ask how Mary Magdalene’s discipleship and co-ministry with Jesus shows us how to deepen our own relationship with Jesus today. Material will be to follow the text of Cynthia Borgeault: ‘The Meaning of Mary Magdalene’ drawing on themes: Wisdom, presence, self-knowledge; Mary Magdalene in Scripture including the gospel of Mary Magdalene; her role as Apostle to the apostles; Ministry with Jesus – a model of feminine leadership & discipleship, and more. Sessions will involve input with material provided to guide silent prayer. The retreat will be held in silence with Spiritual Direction offered.
Who is it for?
This retreat is open to anyone and any individual desiring silent contemplation – some knowledge of scripture will be helpful.
What Will You Gain?
Participants will experience a journey of discovery through guided practices, heartfelt conversations and meaningful reflection as you explore.
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Location: Location: Mary MacKillop Spirituality Centre, St Joseph’s by the sea Williamstown, VIC,
16 Esplanade Williamstown
Williamstown, Victoria 3016 Australia
Williamstown, Victoria 3016 Australia
Mary MacKillop Spirituality Centre, St Joseph’s by the sea Williamstown, VIC
Mary MacKillop Spirituality Centre, St Joseph’s by the sea Williamstown, VIC,
16 Esplanade Williamstown
Williamstown, Victoria 3016 Australia
Williamstown, Victoria 3016 Australia
Modern Day Mystics: Cynthia Bourgeault on Mary Magdalene
Start Date :
20
May
2026
Time :
4:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Cost :
$550
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Working with material from Cynthia Bourgeault’s ‘The Meaning of Mary Magdalene’, this silent retreat will explore how an understanding of Mary Magdalene can revitalize contemporary Christianity. This program will utilise Scripture, Art and Tradition to consider how Mary Magdalene’s discipleship and co-ministry with Jesus shows us how to deepen our own relationship with Jesus today.
The core focus of this retreat ask how Mary Magdalene’s discipleship and co-ministry with Jesus shows us how to deepen our own relationship with Jesus today. Material will be to follow the text of Cynthia Borgeault: ‘The Meaning of Mary Magdalene’ drawing on themes: Wisdom, presence, self-knowledge; Mary Magdalene in Scripture including the gospel of Mary Magdalene; her role as Apostle to the apostles; Ministry with Jesus – a model of feminine leadership & discipleship, and more. Sessions will involve input with material provided to guide silent prayer. The retreat will be held in silence with Spiritual Direction offered.
Who is it for?
This retreat is open to anyone and any individual desiring silent contemplation – some knowledge of scripture will be helpful.
What Will You Gain?
Participants will experience a journey of discovery through guided practices, heartfelt conversations and meaningful reflection as you explore.