About the retreat

Join us in Galong, NSW for the 2024 NATSICC Spirituality and Formation retreat. Open to all (both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and those that work in Ministry alongside us), the retreat will provide an opportunity to pray, heal and grow in faith with one another whilst surrounded by the peace and stillness of country NSW.

 

Moving away from the conference mindset, participants will experience the sharing of faith with one another and have ample time to reflect upon their own faith Journey.

 

Retreat program and presenters

Hand picked presenters will guide you through our own journey of faith and formation. We have designed the program to move through each day in a peaceful and spiritual way, always ending in sitting around the campfire sharing stories, prayers and hymns.

 

RETREAT PROGRAM

 

About St Clement's Retreat Centre

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St Clement's is situated among rolling hills 4km from the village of Galong on the south-western slopes of NSW and just over an hour from Canberra. It boasts modern facilities set amid historic surrounds, an ideal venue for retreats, conferences, seminars, meetings, corporate training and cultural activities. The tradition of hospitality at Galong began when Irish transportee Ned Ryan settled there in the late 1820s. His homestead, Galong House, now lies within the embrace of a number of imposing historic buildings.

 

It is a unique venue on 320 hectares with a tranquil setting - the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beautiful rural landscape of this region of NSW. A museum in the centre tells a history of the site from pre colonial times to the present day. A short walk from the centre is a National Trust-awarded cemetery dating back to the earliest days of settlement.

 

Getting to Galong

We have put together a comprehensive guide to getting to Galong and have also provided some accommodation options in Canberra, should you wish to extend your trip. Train, bus and hire car are possible ways to get to Galong.

 

Registration

Registration for the retreat can be completed at ***************** (will update when registration opens)