2026 EVENTS

PLEASE NOTE THE DECEMBER 2025 END OF YEAR EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

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ONLINE TALK – HOW TO GROW CLOSER TO GOD THROUGH MENTAL PRAYER

1 January 2026

RELEASE DATE: Thursday, 1 January 2026

TIME: 10:00am

COST: Donation – ticket sale closes Wednesday, 31 December

LOCATION: Online

TOPIC: How to Grow Closer to God through Mental Prayer (Talk and Meditation)

Mental Prayer: The primary aim of mental prayer is to foster a closer relationship with God by engaging in silent contemplation and reflection. In the Catholic tradition, mental prayer is seen as a way to lift the heart and mind to God and is considered a necessary practice for spiritual growth and holiness.

Join us for a peaceful hour of reflection and guidance on deepening your relationship with God through mental prayer—a practice of silent contemplation at the heart of Catholic spirituality.

Discover how lifting your heart and mind to God can nurture spiritual growth and holiness.

Come as you are and draw closer to the One who loves you most.

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HEALING RETREAT – FINDING PEACE IN THE STORM: NURTURING MENTAL HEALTH, SELF-LOVE AND A PATH TO HEALING FROM TRAUMA

14 February 2026

DATE: Saturday, 14 February 2026

TIME: 10:00am to 3:00pm

COST: $60.00 – ticket sale closes Wednesday, 11 February

EARLY BIRD COST: $50.00 – ends Wednesday, 31 December

The first 10 buyers will enter a special draw to win $100 in prizes — one lucky person will win a $50 restaurant voucher + $50 Coles voucher!

LOCATION: Good Shepherd, Lockridge, 215 Morley Drive. Kiara

TOPIC: Finding Peace in the Storm: Nurturing Mental Health, self-love and a path to healing from Trauma

Join us for a faith-filled retreat focused on finding peace and restoration amidst life’s challenges.

Be inspired by Nicole Cummins, a Catholic Counsellor and Dr. Anne Burlinson, who will facilitate the event; along with a Testimony by Una Glennon, an author sharing her heartfelt experience of grief and healing following the tragic loss of her daughter Ciara Glennon.

Together, we will explore:

• Practical tools for nurturing mental, Trauma, self-love and emotional wellness and much more
• Stories of hope and faith in times of struggle
• The lasting peace that comes from trusting God through every season of life

Come, rest in His presence, and take a step toward healing and renewal.

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33 DAY CONSECRATION TO JESUS THROUGH MARY

27 April 2026

Men & Women of all ages are welcome to participate. Feel free to encourage your husbands, children, family and friends. 

Register and Join Kathleen for the Consecration to Jesus through Mary online course.

Beginning Monday, 27 April 2026 the online 33-Day Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus Through Mary (According to St. Louis Marie de Montfort). 
This is a personal devotion in which a person prepares themself interiorly through spiritual readings from the Bible and other Catholic resources (such as True Devotion, Imitation of Christ, etc.) and praying a series of prayers, to become Consecrated to Jesus through Mary.
this Consecration offers numerous spiritual benefits. It pleases Jesus, draws individuals closer to Him, and provides a path to holiness through Mary’s guidance. Specifically, it can foster greater peace, joy, and a deeper understanding of Jesus and His teachings.
Consecration Ceremony Mass on Friday 29^th May from 9:00am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, 104 Scarborough Beach Road
 For more details visit – www.godlywomenwithfaith.com/events/consecration

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FEMINITY – WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A CATHOLIC WOMAN AND CARING FOR THE BODY GOD GAVE US (WOMEN’S HEALTH)

11 July 2026

DATE: Saturday, 11 July 2026

TIME: 10:00am to 1:30pm

COST: $40.00 – ticket sale closes Wednesday, 8 July

LOCATION: Good Shepherd, Lockridge, 215 Morley Drive, Kiara

TOPIC: Femininity – What it means to be a Catholic Woman and Caring for the Body God Gave us

Join us for an inspiring morning with Dr Angela McCarthy, Senior Lecturer in Theology at The University of Notre Dame Australia. Drawing on her rich background in theology, art, and education, Dr McCarthy will explore what it means to embrace femininity through a Catholic lens — honouring the dignity of women and the sacred gift of the body.

With warmth and wisdom, Dr McCarthy will invite us to reflect on how faith, beauty, and self-care intertwine in living out our identity as Catholic women.

All are welcome — women of all ages and stages of faith. Come be nourished, encouraged, and inspired!

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TALK BY FR. CHRISTIAN IRDI

12 September 2026

DATE: Saturday, 12 September 2026

TIME: 10:00am to 1:30pm

COST: $40.00 – ticket sale closes Wednesday, 9 September

LOCATION: Immaculate Heart of Mary, Scarbrough – 104 Scarborough Beach Road, Scarborough

TOPIC: TBC

Join us for an inspiring morning with Fr. Christian Irdi

All are welcome — women of all ages and stages of faith. Come be nourished, encouraged, and inspired!

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CONNECT CREATE CELEBRATE: A FUN CREATIVE DAY

14 November 2026

DATE: Saturday, 14 November 2026

TIME: 10:00 AM to 1:30 PM

COST: $60.00 – ticket sale closes Wednesday, 11 November

Early Bird: $50 – deal closes Wednesday, 30 September

LOCATION: Good Shepherd, Lockridge, 215 Morley Drive. Kiara

CATERING: Morning Tea will be provided

Ladies, join us for a beautiful morning of connection, creativity, and celebration! You’re welcome to register your daughter too—it’s a wonderful way to share a meaningful mother-daughter experience and create something special for Advent.

At Connect • Create • Celebrate, we’ll reflect on how God lovingly shapes each of us, just as a potter shapes the clay. Through this fun, hands-on workshop, you’ll craft something unique while being reminded of God’s purposeful and grace-filled work in our lives.

No artistic/creative experience needed—just an open heart and a willingness to see how God moves in all things.

Note: Participants under 18 must attend with a parent or provide written consent.

“We are the clay, and You are our potter; we are all the work of Your hand.” (Isaiah 64:8)

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