Welcome to the home of Christian Contemplative Prayer in New Zealand

The Contemplative Network supports the development of contemplative practice within a Christian framework. We are grounded in the Christian Wisdom tradition through Centering Prayer and aim to be supportive of all contemplative practices.

The Network provides a point of entry for people wanting to explore meditation or contemplative prayer within the Christian Tradition. On our website you will find information about various groups and organisations providing instruction in meditation within a Christian framework and opportunities for regular mediation practice in a group setting throughout New Zealand.

You will also find news and information about upcoming events and retreats, and links to various local and international organisations and their resources, to support the journey. We have a library of CD and DVD resources available for groups and individuals to borrow. Please contact us for further information on this.

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Our next event in the June this year will be

Chanting as Sacred Practice

A Path of Awakening and Renewal

with Darlene Franz
June 2012 Auckland and Whangarei

 For anyone seeking a deeper, more embodied spirituality, sacred chanting can enliven your practice of prayer and meditation, and enrich its outward expression in service to the world.
Whether you're a confident singer or a hesitant one, a person who's always enjoyed singing in choir, or one who hopes no-one will hear you, yet longs to join the music, Darlene has a great gift in bringing people closer to their true voice. All faith orientations will be welcome: come prepared to open and explore the depth of experience where religious traditions meet and resonate. For further information click here.