Earthy Life

October 25, 2025 9:30 am - October 26, 2025 4:00 pm

2 Day “Daily” Retreat

Saturday October 25 & Sunday October 26
9:30am-4:00pm each day
in Bethany at the Mary MacKillop Precinct
4 High Street, Kensington
Presented by Mary-Ann Casanova rsj

Pope Francis reminds us that, We ourselves are dust of the earth (cf. Gen 2:7); and our bodies are made up of her elements;
we breathe her air and we receive life and refreshment from her waters. (LS para 2, 2015).
Across this two day experience we will consider our personal relationship with Earth. The layers of our planet and the ongoing geological processes which form Earth will act as a metaphor. We will draw inspiration from Teilhard de Chardin’s description of being a terrestrial and child of Earth, and from Julian Tenison Woods’ love of rocks and Earth.
Processes will be varied. Time will be given to personal reflection, group conversation, through writing, photography, collage and other forms of creative expression.

Cost: $360 ex. gst or $396 inc. tax includes Morning Tea & Lunch on both days
Note: This is not a live in retreat. Accommodation is not provided nor included
Registration: Strictly by 12noon Friday May 23 through TRYBOOKING
Inquiries: 8130 5921 or email admin.mmpsa@sosjspirit.org.au

Our Presenter
Mary-Ann has been a Sister of Saint Joseph for 40 years. She has a passion for all things eco and her work conveys complicated concepts in simple, engaging ways. She has held positions with Catholic EarthCare Australia, Rahamim Ecological Centre, and is currently the Josephite Laudato Si Action Plan Project Officer. Mary-Ann completed her Doctoral Studies in 2023. Her research looked into the relationship between mysticism and science in the lives of Julian Tenison Woods and Teilhard de Chardin.

 

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