Building Integrity for Mission
October 2024 Director’s Message Each month, I have been writing reflections on place – looking out the window at Heart of Life. This month, the window through which we are looking is in the Basilica in Issoudun where I am Read More …
A Note from the Director I will continue the pattern set by Clare of beginning this reflection with a photo from the window of the office. How beautiful to be able gaze out of the window and watch the dance Read More …
On January 16, 2024, the Supervised Pastoral Education programme commenced for the six Pastoral year students at the Pacific Regional Seminary. This programme was facilitated by Fr. Augustine Kim, MSC. The SPE programme aimed to foster personal and professional growth, Read More …
Program in Ongoing Formation, Supervision and Spiritual Direction opportunities – especially online for those not based in Australia.
It may come as a surprise to many of you to hear that the process we call pastoral supervision, also sometimes referred to as reflective or ministry supervision finds its roots in the Gospels. Mark tells us that Jesus fires sent out his disciples and upon their return invited them to “come away to a lonely place and rest.’ (Mark: 6: 31). In this way Jesus provided the much-needed space for his disciples to reflect upon their experience and gain new insights and support for the task ahead.
Full-time Siloam Program for the formation of Spiritual Directors Please note: Applications for the 2024 intake have now closed, however late applications will be considered on their merits. The internationally-renowned Siloam program for the formation of spiritual directors continues to Read More …
The Graduation Mass of the Supervised Pastoral Education (SPE) program of Jan. – March 2023 was celebrated by Fr. Augustine KIM, MSC, Supervisor of the SPE program of the Archdiocese of Suva, at the Pacific Regional Seminary (PRS) on the Read More …
What’s on in March… Contemplating some space? We are offering just the thing on the 2nd Fri of each month, from Mar–Nov 2023, 10am–12pm. Our contemplative space will be open each month via Zoom, with two in-person opportunities. The Read More …
See What’s On in our 2023 Program!We are pleased to present Heart of Life’s 2023 Program of courses and events. Whether you’re seeking to: undertake spiritual formation through one of our formation programs, participate in a 14-week seminar for professional and/or Read More …
SPE CENTER OF ARCHDIOCESE OF SUVA Admission Guide for SPE June 2023 1. SUPERVISED PASTORAL EDUCATION(SPE) SPE is a method of professional, theological and pastoral education wherein a student/ trainee learns pastoral care counseling skills within a context of responsible Read More …