Women of the Well - November Newsletter & 2026 Retreat dates
The Weekend Retreats in 2026 will both be held at The Hermitage, Mittagong on the following dates:
10–12 April; 16–18 October. The theme for our Weekend Retreats is ‘Transitions and Transformation.’
Prayer in our everyday
This week, we invite you to pause for a moment and sit with a short reflection from Annie. In her gentle way, she reminds us that prayer isn’t always structured or formal. Sometimes, it’s as simple as being present, remembering how deeply we are loved whilst listening for the Spirit’s quiet whisper in our everyday lives.
As you watch the video, we encourage you to ponder:
What does prayer look like for me in this season of my life?
Where might the Spirit be whispering in the ordinary moments of my day?
Take a breath, slow your pace and let Annie’s words draw you into a deeper awareness of God’s love and presence.
End-of-Year Online Gathering
This Advent season, we make room:
Room for hope;
Room for peace;
Room for the quiet whisper of the Spirit.
Join us for a simple hour of presence together.
Monday 8 December at 7pm via Zoom. There is no cost to attend this event.
Bring, a pen and journal, a candle and an open heart. Whether you have been to a Women of the Well event before or not, you are most welcome.
Register via the link below so that we know you are able to join us. We will provide the link closer to the date.
Louise's Story at the Well
Louise attended our recent Women of the Well Weekend Retreat seeking clarity during a time of life transitions. Through shared stories, reflection, prayer and time in nature with a supportive community of women, she found encouragement, peace and renewed perspective.
She describes the retreat as “the perfect gift you can give yourself”.
We hope you are inspired by Louise's story.
New Gathering Date added for 2026
With 2026 just around the corner we would like to remind you of our confirmed dates for 2026.
We are happy to share that we have added a new One-Day Gathering date, which is now open for registration:
Sunday, 22 February 2026 at the Corcoran Centre, Morpeth - Cost: $35 per person (includes morning tea and lunch)
The theme of the Gathering is 'Tending the Sacred in Our Everyday Lives'.
This Gathering is a repeat of one presented at Lavender Bay in July 2025.
As a reminder the Weekend Retreats for 2026 will both be held at The Hermitage, Mittagong on the following dates:
10–12 April 2026 (Book and pay before 27 February to get the early bird price)
16–18 October 2026 (Book and pay before 4 September to get the early bird price)
We look forward to gathering together and to seeing how the Spirit moves amongst us in 2026.