Date
22nd – 24th
November 2024
Time
7pm Friday –
11:30am Sunday
Book
What’s ‘Working Through Grief’ about?
An interactive workshop from a Christian perspective, for those experiencing loss or who are bereaved in traumatic circumstances.
“He attempted to take his own life and isn’t expected to live.”
No one ever wants to hear those words…
How do we deal with the perplexing and painful feelings that surface within us? We can stuff them deep where they fester, spurting out to cover those who awkwardly offer help. We can deny them and see them emerge as physical illness. Where is God in all of this?
In this workshop you will learn how God uses grief as a redemptive experience, and how following him in our grief leads to rekindled hope and transformation rather than restoration. The workshop includes grounded teaching and contemplative activities and is suitable for anyone working through the grieving process. There will be a mix of activities to process your grief, group sharing and discussion, and time-out alone with the Lord to ponder what he’s saying to you.
Format of the retreat
Guests are welcome to arrive on Friday between 5 – 6.45pm. Pick up some dinner on your way. The first session will commence at 7:00pm on Friday evening and will be a time of introductions and sharing.
The format will be a mix of teaching, group sharing and discussion, with time out alone with the Lord to ponder what he’s saying. There will be free time from 3 – 6pm on Saturday afternoon.
We will end with a morning tea before the retreat finishes at approximately 11:30am on Sunday.
What do we bring?
Please bring a photo of your loved one to put on the Memorial table, or an object that represents that person. Please also bring a pen and Bible.
Comments from previous participants
“Gaynor’s gentle, empathetic manner in dealing with difficult subjects shows us God’s love in an extraordinarily discerning way that is rare.” DM
“Sharing together in a safe environment was most helpful.” TN
Registration
Single private room with ensuite: $360
Couple or twin share with ensuite: $580
Single private room with shared bathroom: $320
Day guests (includes meals): $120
About the Facilitator
Gaynor Lincoln
I work as a part time hospital chaplain and have been involved in chaplaincy for 7 years. I was a primary school teacher for many years prior to becoming a chaplain. A close family member took his life five years ago which shook my world, and out of the spiritual and emotional growth from that experience, I wrote the book “Redemptive Grief”.
The idea of workshops like this developed from finding the book was helpful to those who read it.
Accommodation
Are you travelling for the seminar?
Accommodation is available at Titoki.
Titoki’s rooms are warm, comfortable and of motel standard. Linen and towels are provided. All rooms have electric blankets.
Meals
The first session on Friday night starts at 7pm, so if you are travelling you may want to grab some dinner on your way.
Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner are provided on the Saturday.
Breakfast for those staying at Titoki is provided on Saturday and Sunday morning.
The retreat ends after a late morning tea on Sunday.
Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary special requirements (a $10 per day surcharge applies)