Formation Programs.
The House of Prayer and Spirituality are pleased to offer formation programs for the local community. These programs include the Art of Contemplative Practice 1 as outlined below and Tending the Holy Spiritual Direction Formation program.
Art of Contemplative Practice 1.
A contemplative approach in life opens the door to transformative experiences of life, creates space to encounter the sacred, supports increased awareness and the honouring of the presence of the sacred in everyday life.
This unit explores the foundational principles of contemplation and their relevance to life, work and spiritual practice. The formation process will draw on the contemplative elements of inner silence, solitude, spiritual practices, listening, discernment and the human experience of transcendent. Participants will be invited to explore the impact on their developing awareness of these spiritual aspects and practices in their everyday life experience.
Participants may benefit from completing this unit on its own or using it to lead into other formation programs. (eg: completion of this course is strongly recommended prior to enrolment in Tending the Holy Spiritual Direction Formation Program). The unit is recognised by the University of Divinity and may earn credit towards other graduate or masters programs. FEE HELP may be available for course fees, for those who enrol through the University of Divinity.
This unit explores the foundational principles of contemplation and their relevance to life, work and spiritual practice. The formation process will draw on the contemplative elements of inner silence, solitude, spiritual practices, listening, discernment and the human experience of transcendent. Participants will be invited to explore the impact on their developing awareness of these spiritual aspects and practices in their everyday life experience.
Participants may benefit from completing this unit on its own or using it to lead into other formation programs. (eg: completion of this course is strongly recommended prior to enrolment in Tending the Holy Spiritual Direction Formation Program). The unit is recognised by the University of Divinity and may earn credit towards other graduate or masters programs. FEE HELP may be available for course fees, for those who enrol through the University of Divinity.
Course Structure.
This unit commences with an orientation evening and will be taught over 3 weekends at the House of Prayer & Spirituality Townsville.
There is good balance between teaching, practicums and peer group learning. Teachers and students usually come from diverse faith traditions, adding to the depth and richness of the program.
There is good balance between teaching, practicums and peer group learning. Teachers and students usually come from diverse faith traditions, adding to the depth and richness of the program.
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Semester 1 2023 Dates.
Orientation Evening
Friday 17th March 2023 6pm - 9pm
Weekends
Saturdays 10am - 5pm and Sundays 10am - 3pm
18 - 19th March 2023
15 - 16th April 2023
20 - 21st May 2023
Please note the program is offered in 1 semester. The second semester is a repeated program.
Friday 17th March 2023 6pm - 9pm
Weekends
Saturdays 10am - 5pm and Sundays 10am - 3pm
18 - 19th March 2023
15 - 16th April 2023
20 - 21st May 2023
Please note the program is offered in 1 semester. The second semester is a repeated program.
Semester 2 2023 Dates.
Orientation Evening
Friday 11th August 2023 6pm - 9pm
Weekends
Saturdays 10am - 5pm and Sundays 10am - 3pm
12 - 13th August 2023
9 - 10th September 2023
14 - 15th October 2023
Friday 11th August 2023 6pm - 9pm
Weekends
Saturdays 10am - 5pm and Sundays 10am - 3pm
12 - 13th August 2023
9 - 10th September 2023
14 - 15th October 2023
Fees.
As per the University of Divinity fees schedule for 2023. Credit $2,882. Audit $1,441.
Live in accommodation is available.
Numbers are limited.
Live in accommodation is available.
Numbers are limited.
Learning Outcomes.
Upon successful completion of this unit, it is expected that students will be able to:
- Demonstrate an informed and critical appreciation of contemplation.
- Articulate an understanding of various experiences of contemplation.
- Assess models of spiritual practice, listening and action that relate to everyday life experience.
- Compare and contrast various approaches to contemplation practices as they relate to vocational engagement and systematically evaluate the traditional approaches to contemplative practice.
- Creatively apply the principles of contemplative practices to discernment processes in life decisions.
Course Leaders.
Marg Trevethan
Course Director |
Brianne Falconieri
Course Coordinator |
