Notable past events at the Old Friary
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Good Friday Meditation
Good Friday Meditation
Friday 2:30 pm
Easter Sunday Service
Easter Sunday Service
Sunday 5:30 pm
EASTER AT THE OLD FRIARY
• GOOD FRIDAY 18 APRIL 2025 at 3.00 pm
A service of Veneration of the Cross with a Reflection on seven words from the Cross.
• EASTER DAY 20 APRIL 5.30 pm
Celebrant: Reverend Sandra Kjellgren
Visit of Br Merric of Taizé to the Old Friary - Tuesday, 11 March 2025, at 1 pm
We were very pleased that on the 11th March, 2025, we welcomed Brother Merric from Taize to the Old Friary for lunch to meet some members of the community, to see the Chapel and hear a little of its history. Fr Paul , Rector of Bulimba Parish,, accompanied him. A 'bring a plate' lunch provided quite a feast. There was lots of chatter, questioning and especially Br Merric sharing his journey to become a brother in Taize and what life is like in that commune in France. It was wonderful to have Br Merric among us and to pray together.
Our Taize-style services have been held on the first Sunday of each month for over thirty years and Br Merric's memorable visit will enrich our Taize prayers into the future.
To find out more about the Taizé community in France, please visit www.taize.fr
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CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE AT THE OLD FRIARY
Christmas Eve at the Old Friary
"Port and pud" at 6 pm (hosted by the Friary Community)
Christmas Eucharist at 7 pm (celebrated by Rev Sandra Kjellgren).
We brought our best Christmas carol singing voices for Christmas celebrations in the beautiful chapel and (very green) grounds. Port and pud was provided and additional delicacies were volunteered by attendees!
Where: Old Friary, 139 Brookfield Road Kenmore Hills.
When: Tuesday 24th December 2024
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28 Sep 2024: The Friary Community, WCCM and the Anglican Labyrinth Resource Group held a beautiful Meditation Morning and Labyrinth Walk upon the theme of:
‘WALKING THE LABYRINTH - AN INNER PILGRIMAGE’
Ever wanted to travel to Iona, visit its sacred places and walk the ‘St Columba Labyrinth’? Fresh from their recent trip there, Randal and Susan Dennings will facilitate an imaginal Ionian pilgrimage for us all.
I wonder what you will be seeking as you walk there as a pilgrim?
When: Saturday 28th September 2024 at 9 am for 9:30 start until 12.30 p.m. A light morning tea was included. Feel free to bring a plate to share.
Where: Old Friary, 139 Brookfield Road Kenmore Hills.
On site parking available.
Cost: Gold Coin donation.
To RSVP or any queries contact Meredith Nicholls 0401881603
meredithnich7@gmail.com; by 23rd September
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Prayer Gathering to support the work of School Chaplains
was held on SATURDAY, 7 September 2024 4 – 5 pm
Chapel of St Mary, St Francis and St Clare at OLD FRIARY
Chaplains provided prayer points for this event
It is to be hoped that further prayer gatherings will be held from time to time.
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FEAST OF ST COLUMBA [COLUM CILLE] at the Old Friary, Kenmore Hills
On Sunday the 9th June we celebrated a Feast of Thanksgiving for the life of St Columba (Colum Cille) of Iona as we explored his life and mission. A period of reflection and prayer was offered with participants invited to pray in the beautiful grounds of Old Friary using the Labyrinth and Old Friary gardens.
The afternoon rounded off with an Ecumenical Celtic Eucharist in the Chapel at 5.30pm when we offered thanks to God for the life and work of Colum Cille and all that he has to offer us.
Presented by Rev’d Sandra Kjellgren and Old Friary Worship Community
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Wonderful Christmas Recorder Concert
held Sunday 3 December 2023 at 2 pm
Old Friary Labyrinth Workshop held 22 July 2023
Old Friary Labyrinth Workshop held 22 July 2023
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Labyrinth Workshop held 23 July 2023
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EASTER 2023
GOOD FRIDAY 7 APRIL 2.30 pm
A service of Veneration of the Cross with a Reflection on 7 words from the Cross
EASTER DAY 9 APRIL 5.30 pm
Easter Day Eucharist
Reverend Sandra Kjellgren officiated
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Christmas Eve - Saturday, 24th December 2022 - Port-n-Pud at 6.00 pm followed by a Christmas Eve Eucharist at 7.00 pm celebrated by the Reverend Sandra Kjellgren.
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Quiet Morning - Saturday, 10th October 2020, 9.30 am to 12.45 pm in the Old Friary Chapel.
This quiet morning was the last of three Patrick Oliver sessions, two of which were successfully held in the chapel prior to the coronavirus lock down. It will be conducted under the Old Friary’s Covid-safe plan. Morning tea was provided. All were welcome.
Christmas Eve 2020
Our Christmas Eve celebration took place on Thursday, 24 December 2020. It began with Port-n-Pud at 10 pm in St Christopher's Lodge followed by an Old Friary-style Sung Eucharist in the chapel at 11 pm. The service was led by our new Chaplain, Reverend Sandra Kjellgren.
Folk at the Friary
Usually FATF is an eclectic mix of folk, blues, choirs, traditional music or the many talents we have been able to bring to the Friary for all of us to enjoy. The last Folk at the Friary took place on the 27th October 2018 commencing at 6.30 with Chalk Board and food. We hope that as Covid-19 is rolled back, there will be time for at least one more FATF.
2018 Events
November and December
Art Show November: "BrizArt"
Saturday 22nd July 2023 at the Old Friary
"Praying with a Labyrinth"
Visit by Probus Club Sherwood for History Tour of site
5 May 2023
BrizArt
BrizArt
Exhibition 2018
The Annual Brizart art show is to be held at the Old Friary on Saturday 24th -Sun 25th November. BrizArt are faithful exhibitors at the Old Friary and this exhibition gives students a chance to showcase their work in a fun environment. It's a busy and enjoyable weekend for all concerned. As a bonus, background music will be supplied by Ian Dearden and friends. More to come.
Advent Retreat - 30 Nov to 2 Dec
...at the Old Friary with Brother Howard, Little Brothers of Francis, Tabulam, NSW
The retreat will be held from the evening of Friday 30 November 2018 until the afternoon of Sunday 2 December
Registrations close Wednesday 15 November
Cost: Weekend $250pp or Saturday only $100pp
Please note that limited accommodation is available at the Old Friary. Billeting is an option or you are welcome to bring caravans or tents. Please advise your accommodation requirements when booking.
"The Advent Art Show"
All welcome!
Each year at the start of Advent, Brisbane artists group "Visionaries" exhibited paintings with an Advent theme. While Visionaries won't be there this year, other artists are coming forward to make sure the Advent theme is continued. We welcome everyone who would like to see a varied series of interpretations on this perennial theme. Details to come.
Adoration of the Shepherds: David Binns
DAVID BINNS MEMORIAL LECTURE
Wednesday, 25th October 2017 – 7 PM
in the Chapel at the Old Friary
Lecturer: Lindsay Farrell
Artist and retired Assoc Prof of Education and Art (ACU)
Land for Wildlife Art Exhibition
In September the Old Friary hosted an art exhibition by Land for Wildlife.
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