SACRED HOUR
On Friday afternoons, Womenspace offers Sacred Hour. This is a time of reflection which may include readings, meditation and music. Sometimes Sacred Hour is centred around one of the main spiritual traditions and at other times, other traditions are used. Sacred hour runs for about an hour, sometimes a little longer and you are welcome to stay on for a chat and a cuppa.

3rd April

"Pearls of Wisdom"
Please bring along 5 quotes, statements or verses that have INSPIRED, Healed or made you LAUGH on your journey of Life!

"I have a lot of interest so come along and have a deep & funny exchange of your
Pearls of Wisdom" - Tess

Facilitator: Tess Elliott

10th April
GOOD FRIDAY - Womenspace is closed

INSPIRING SPIRITUALITY

1st April

"The Power of Now"
Much more than simple principles and platitudes, this book takes readers on an inspiring spiritual journey to find their true and deepest self and reach the ultimate in personal growth and spirituality: the discovery of truth and light. Tolle introduces readers to enlightenment and its natural enemy, the mind. He awakens readers to their role as a creator of pain and shows them how to have a pain-free identity by living fully in the present. The journey is thrilling, and along the way, the author shows how to connect to the indestructible essence of our Being, "the eternal, ever-present One Life beyond the myriad forms of life that are subject to birth and death." Tolle shows that only after regaining awareness of Being, liberated from Mind and intensely in the Now, is there Enlightenment.

6th May

"Hecate's Hearth"
Come and join Diana Seekers from Gifts of the Goddess for an evening discussion exploring Hecate's story and Her associations. Goddess of cross-roads and choice points, guardian of the gateway to the underworld and our souls' midwife. We will consider the messages in this archetypical story for our own psychological, emotional, and spiritual journeys and health. All participants will receive a free gift of a Hecate Reflection Journal for use during our evening conversations, and to use to record your future conversations with the Goddess.

1st Wed

7-9pm

$15 donation

Womenspace 3357 7444

SOUL SPACE ARTS

4th April

PLAQUE MAKING

Design, paint, cut and paste, paint-wash, stick and glue to create your own individual canvas plaque. Your plaque can be placed in a child’s room, on a wall [family collage], in a workspace [mantra, poem, wise saying] or even a poem or a prayer to inspire.
“You are only limited by your imagination"
You may wish to bring your own decorations or items to put on your plaque, or use those that will be provided in the group.
This is a hands-on experience where you create a unique plaque.
“Creativity lies within all of us. It is fear that prevents us tapping into our divine creative gifts.”
Facilitator: Karen Knight

2nd May

QUILTING WITH GRACE

We will begin to assemble squares of fabric that have been handed out at various times, since the beginning of the year. You will have been invited to embellish these squares in your own creative way to reflect one of the streams that ensure GRACE enters your life this year. You could choose from –
Giving
Receiving
Accepting
Connecting
Evolving

or decorate your square in any way that speaks of grace in your life.
If you haven't yet started a square, on this afternoon you can pick one up and begin. There will be lots of decorating stuff available and what others produce may act as a catalyst for your own creativity.
It promises to be an afternoon of fun and sharing. We will be looking for ideas about how to begin to put it all together and it will certainly not be complete by the end of the afternoon. Nor will it be a “traditional” quilt as we understand it. However if you do quilt for a hobby we would appreciate your skills enormously. In fact, we envisage QUILTING with GRACE as a year long project to be added to, as we grow in understanding and grace at Womenspace.

$15/$10
Members: $12/$8

MOVIES WITH A MESSAGE

8th April

"You Can Heal Your Life"
Welcome wine & cheese. Discussion follows movie.

This entertaining and inspirational movie, based on the best-selling book of the same name, is hosted by author and teacher, Louise L. Hay. It gives insights into her fascinating personal story and demonstrates her views on self-esteem, abundance, and the metaphysical causes of physical ailments. Louise’s message has long been: “The body, like everything else in life, is a mirror of our inner thoughts and beliefs. Every cell within your body responds to every single thought you think and every word you speak.”
A number of luminaries in the fields of self-help, health and New Thought join Louise, offering advice on success, happiness, and personal growth.

13th May

"The Moses Code"
Welcome wine & cheese. Discussion follows movie.

Is it possible that nearly 3,500 years ago, Moses was given the secret for attracting everything you've ever desired? The Moses Code was first used to create some of the greatest miracles in the history of the world, activating the power of the creative force of God in the world but then it was hidden away, and only the highest initiates were allowed to practice it. James Twyman reveals the Code for the first time, showing how it can be used to create miracles in your life . . . and in the world. By practicing these principles, you'll discover how you can integrate the most powerful manifestation tool in the history of the world into your own life.

EXPERIENTIAL SPIRITUALITY

15th April

Sound Healing – Rhonda Ohlson
Learn how to harness the power in your voice for self-healing and transformation. Rhonda will teach you how to sound the note of your soul.

20th May

Circle Songs - Kathryn Forster - Celtic Heart, Harp, Voice, Guitar
“Circle Songs” is Kathryn’s own brand of ‘Spiritual Songs Sing-a-Long’ where you will have the opportunity to sing some old and some new songs that have an emphasis on women and/or spirituality. You don’t have to have a brilliant voice to participate; all levels are catered for. But be prepared to have fun, be moved (physically and spiritually) and bring your voice out of the closet!

MEET THE AUTHOR

22nd April

"Your Passport to Wellness" Sandy Braiuka combines commonsense with insight, blending recent discoveries in mind-body medicine with established nutritional knowledge, to produce a winning formula for wellness.
You will learn about:
• A healthy, no-diet diet plan
• The importance of exercise, relaxation and meditation
• Simple, no-fuss recipes that can be prepared quickly
• The significance of mind, thoughts and emotions in wellness and disease
• 8 easy ways to wellness

27th May

"Gifts for Wild Women; You Can Have Your Permaculture and Eat it Too" - Robin Clayfield

This will be an interactive evening sharing tools for healing, growth and self nurturing. Gifts for Wild Women gives eighty ideas you can give yourself to help you on your life journey. You Can Have Your Permaculture and Eat it Too is a book that links garden and kitchen together.
Robin Clayfield is a facilitator and educator who, for more than a decade has walked her talk.

YOGA

Enlivening, Aligning, Integrating, Body, Mind & Soul. These simple effective practices suit all fitness levels, and are shared in a relaxed spirit of fun & friendship.
The profound benefits merge beautifully into daily life.
www.yogachigung.com.au

Tuesday Mornings (except school holidays)

9.15 -10.45am

$15

Livia: H 5429 0369
Mob: 0400654991
Email livia.lerkenfeldt@bigpond.com

DREAM BAKING

Just come along & bring your hopes and dream with you!

Whether it is having better health, getting a new job or finding your soul mate ...
It doesn't really matter, the technique is the same ...

* Learn to energise your body with 5 super easy & quick exercises
   (save yourself from several cups of coffee a day!)
* Balance your energy with 7 sacred sounds
* Learn how to harness the power of your unconscious mind with
guided meditation, creative visualisation, sound & drawing activities.

... & YOUR DREAMS WILL BE CHASING YOU!!!

Most Fridays - see calendar above.

WORKING WITH ANIMAL SPIRITS

Working with animal spirits can reawaken and develop our own creative abilities. As we look out through eyes of the animals, we gain a deeper appreciation for the connection existing between all beings. In this series each session builds on the one before as we journey on the deeply resonant sound vibrations of the medicine drum, to retrieve, meet and work with our own personal animal spirit helpers, totems or familiars.
Jane Williams is a Native American trained Ceremonial Leader (8 year apprenticeship) and Master Practitioner of NLP, Hypnosis and Time Line Therapy. She has spent over 20 years helping people unlock their inner creative abilities for healing, growth and raising consciousness.

Wed 8th April

6.30-9.00pm

Series cost: $120 waged; $100 members & part-waged

Bookings essential. Ph:3289 0151. Please bring a small plate for supper.

TRANSITIONS

A Growth and Support Group for Mothers of New Babies
Pregnancy, birth and motherhood may cause changes in our relationship with our partner, friends, and family and may even challenge our sense of self.
Transitions offers
• A safe space to explore feelings, share our stories and gain awareness.
• Six sessions in a small group of 6-10 participants (babes in arms only)
• A chance to make deep connections with other mothers of young children.

Facilitators: Jane Campbell-Kaye and Suzanne Lister

GRACE AND GRATITUDE WORKSHOP

In response to a request from those who attended the Grace and Gratitude Workshop on Sunday 15th March, another opportunity to experience this workshop will be offered on Sunday April 26th, at Womenspace 9.30am- 12.30.

New material for Participants of 15th March workshop

An additional workshop will be offered in the afternoon, 1.30 – 4.30pm.This will provide further information and training as well as feedback from the original participants on the Naikan (Self-reflection) practice they will have been engaged in for 6 weeks.

This is a full day workshop. However, if you can't come for the whole day you can also book for the morning session only.

Participants who wish to attend the full day programme are asked to bring lunch.
Please book early!

26th April

26th April

9.30am - 12pm

1.30 – 4.30pm

$35 for morning workshop only or $60 for the full day

Payment can be either by cheque to: R Mere and sent to 42 Grace Street, Mitchelton, 4053 or by internet banking – details on receipt of email booking request.

For further information and bookings contact Rosie Mere: inkling22@yahoo.co.uk
Mobile: 0422 502964 (text)

An email booking to rosiejeanne05@yahoo.co.uk and a $20 non-refundable deposit to secure a place, is required by Friday April 10 th.

REIKI 1 WORKSHOP

Presented by Catherine Aitken B.N Reiki Master/Teacher from THE SOUL GARDEN

Reiki Workshops empower you to be able to rebalance, recharge, and feel supported by universal energy in your daily life.
Experience universal healing energy flowing from your own hands.
Be able to provide instant stress relief, and correct energetic imbalances for yourself and others.
Enjoy a feeling of fulfillment, connection, health, balance and universal support.
Gain healing knowledge that originated from ancient Tibet.
Receive sacred attunements accelerating your spiritual development.

Reiki workshop participants do not need any prior knowledge as the format is easily understood and facilitated in relaxed small groups to allow for individual attention.

For testimonials or more information go to www.thesoulgarden.com.au
or contact Catherine on Ph: 0416 257 770, email: cath@thesoulgarden.com.au

THE ART OF MINDFUL BIRTHING

A series of four workshops supporting women to connect with their inner resources to birth.

• Practising the art of listening to body, heart, and mind
• Developing focusing techniques to help open to the power and mystery of birth
• Celebrating birth as a powerful rite of passage
• Awakening our joy, creativity and inner guidance through the process of art and writing exercises

16th, 23rd, 30th April; 7th May

Thursday 2nd April

Saturday 18th April

7pm - 9pm

10am - 3pm

$25 ($20conc/mems)

$75 ($55conc/mems)

Kate Costigan (PhD) is an arts practitioner/social worker with a doctorate in women's community cultural development.

Bookings essential, $25 ($20conc/mem) deposit.
Ph/SMS : 0400-000-968 kcostiga@gmail.com

BAGS OF FUN

Learning the resist {or seamless} method of feltmaking you will learn how to create, design if you like, {Patterns will be available} your own handbag, we will look at surface design , pre/felt and making handles/strap. This will be a unique accessory that you can colour co-ordinate to your wardrobe styles.

Proposed workshops This is expression of interest:

June: Felted slippers / slip-ons
Felt hat with choice of no brim/ small brim
Beautiful Wrap with much attention to surface design.

Sat 4th April

Sat 10th May

Cost: $75.00 Covers all Materials. Please Bring Old Towels.

Cost: $65.00 Covers all Materials. Please Bring Old Towels.

Bookings:
Mariyen Bardsley 5462 6298

Bookings: Mariyen Bardsley 5462 6298

Mariyen Bardsley 5462 6298

SELF AWARENESS GROUP FOR GIRLS
Group for Girls 10 - 12 years
8 Week course

This group aims to nurture feelings of self-worth in pre-teen girls, develop their self awareness and provide them with tools to help them exress themselves assertively.

*Creative Activities designed to
*Identify & better understand feelings
*Recognise bullying behaviiour
*Learn & practise communication skills
*Learn to be assertive

Wednesdays for 8 weeks starting 29th April

4.00 - 5.30pm

$240 (pay weekly if required)
includes all materials

Early Bird $210 paid in full before Apr 24th

Bookings & Enquiries:Betsy Mills, Qualified Counsellor 0405 450094

info@betsymillscounselling.com.au

Website: www.betsymillscounselling.com.au

YANTRA WORKSHOP

With Dr Swami Savitri Devi.
Yantra are the beautiful patterns (mandalas) made by sound & as representations of many aspects of yoga. The ancient art of Mantra chanting creates Yantra structure. This workshop provides a simple introduction to this wonderful form of Yoga, Yantra. You will learn about the geometry of Yantra and meaning of colour in this workshop. Dr Swami Savitrî Devi has forty years experience teaching yoga. She is the principal of the Venkatesa Integral Yoga Academy of Australasia. The academy specialises in bringing the experience of yoga into the everyday lives of ordinary people.

Book now…..contact Diane

Mob: 0428 668089 or email for more information dhpromotions@optusnet.com.au

CALM Life Skills Course
Presenter Joanne Hennessy, Trainer/Coach with Sandy MacGregor www.calm.com.au
Would you like to learn how to relax in 30 seconds?
HOW - You will learn the powerful technique of “Peaceful Place Meditation”
Do you want to achieve your goals faster?
You will gain a better understanding how the mind works.
Whether you have already achieved significant success or if you have just begun your journey of success, this one weekend will transform your thoughts and actions like never before.
YOU are Worth Investing In!!

Cost $97 – (normally $395) special Womenspace introductory offer

Limited spaces
A true gift at this price!

http://www.peacefulplace.com.au/ICCC/uid/hennessy

Contact Joanne Hennessy – 0402 992 100
www.joannehennessy.com.au