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INTERSECTION
Summer 2014
Features:
2014 - What a Year!
Highlights of 2014
This year has been a roller-coaster ride of excitement at St Michael’s.
We’ve had record high attendance at seminars and our international
guest, Professor Lisa Miller, stoked the flames of conversation on
the subject of science and spirituality. Our music program brought
together some of the best musicians the world has to offer, as part of
our weekly Lunchtime Recitals and Sunday services. We connected
with dozens of like-minded organisations, celebrated St Michael’s
Day with style and launched our first ever wellbeing e-course.
Rethinking the Future
Getting Published
SAGE
Mingary, The Quiet Place
Cairnmillar at St Michael’s Place
Centre for Wellbeing e-course
Mingary Coracle
120 Collins St Melbourne 3000
The whole team at St Michael’s are looking forward to 2015 as a
time that promises to bring a fresh, energised direction in ministry,
stimulating events and special guests in brand new programs and
initiatives.
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Message from the Minister.
Upcoming
Addresses.
Through the year we have opened up several
new programs here at St Michael’s, and
enhanced many of our established ones.
21 December 10am
We have brought you some magnificent
music as part of our Sunday Services
and weekly concerts.
A Christmas Gift.
Be Open To Good Energy.
5.8 Billion People Are Looking For It.
I have told you of many books and
Address by Dr Francis Macnab
journal articles, drawn from several
disciplines.
25 December 9am
We have said good–bye to some of our longtime members and hello to some
new faces, and I have noticed that many of you have made new friendships.
Taming God’s
Aggression.
Our Hope To Find A Loving
God This Christmas.
Address by Dr Francis Macnab
This is only part of the story of St Michael’s – it is an astonishing story.
And you are part of it.
I am continually amazed at the numbers of people who make contact with us
through the internet as our international congregation grows day by day.
28 December 10am
Five Things To Deepen
Your Everyday Experience.
Address by
Dr Francis Macnab
More than that - I am deeply and extensively encouraged by the people who visit
us in person, and for their appreciation of their visit.
I would like to thank the dedicated volunteers who have shared their time and
talents helping to enrich our programs.
4 January 10am
We Look For Decisive Factors
To Live A Long Life.
Address by
Dr Francis Macnab
This is an astonishing place.
I am honoured that you come, and in coming, you make it even more astonishing.
A Blessing For You.
May the God you see in all the colours of creation, arouse in you a sense of awe and wonder.
May the God who is a sacred presence, be real to you.
May the God who is a source of inspiration and courage keep calling you forward.
May your God go with you and bless you, today and always.
- Francis Macnab
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Highlights of 2014.
•Dr Francis Macnab and
Julijana Chochovski at the
launch of the SAGE Clinic with
special guest Nolene Brown.
•Dr Debra Campbell-Tunks,
presenting the Mind Over
Matters seminar.
•On Friday 27 June St Michael’s
hosted over 400 people for the
Annual Red Nose Day service.
•White Night Melbourne
installation Youth Prayer.
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•2014 Easter Day at St Michael’s.
•Professor Lisa Miller presented
her research on Spirituality and
Science at St Michael’s.
•Japanese Consul-General,
Ms Keiko Haneda lighting the
Hiroshima Peace Day candle.
•Dr Macnab speaking with
World Aids Conference delegate
Alastair Duncan.
•Refugee forum with
Fr Frank Brennan, Dr Leslie Cannold,
and Dr Andreas Loewe.
•Sisterworks set up stalls, as part
of St Michael’s Week.
•The Nicholas Chamber Orchestra
in St Michael’s Church.
•Mingary, The Quiet Place
continues to be a sanctuary for
thousands of Melbournians.
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St Michael’s Day 2014.
Just a little reminder of the inspiring events of St Michael’s Day 2014.
Luz Restrepo and Rev Ric Holland.
The St Michael’s Brass Ensemble.
St Michael’s Day at St Michael’s.
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The Congregation greet Dr Francis Macnab after the service.
The St Michael’s Medallions.
Gathering in the colonnade after the service.
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The Savoy Opera Company performed in the afternoon.
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Music at St Michael’s.
During 2014, the music at St Michael’s featured some
very special moments. As always, a stellar line up of high
ranking, professional musicians took part in our Sunday
Services.
A highlight of the year was without a doubt, the
St Michael’s Day service. The service began with Schuman’s
wonderous Konzertstück for 4 French Horns, led by
internationally acclaimed hornist, Evgeny Chebykin
with Amir Farid at the piano. During the service,
world famous soprano, Greta Bradman sang the aria
Casta Diva by Bellini from the opera Norma, which led
to a spontaneous standing ovation.
Also stars of the day, were the St Michael’s congregation,
lifting the roof off the church (metaphorically speaking)
during the hymns, led by the 148 year-old St Michael’s
Organ, and the St Michael’s Brass Ensemble.
The Thursday lunchtime organ recital series continued
to grow, with a weekly attendance greater than many
churches experience during their Sunday services.
Organists came to perform from as far afield as the Czech
Republic, Japan and Germany.
Another milestone was the release of a CD featuring the
St Michael’s organ played by Rhys Boak, accompanying
the trumpet player, Bruno Siketa. Already this recording
has received critical acclaim, including a ranking of
5 stars in the ABC Limelight Magazine to be published
early in 2015.
Getting Published
Seminar.
This August, author and editor Dr Euan Mitchell
presented a fascinating seminar on what it takes to
self-publish in the digital age. 140 people enrolled to
learn the tricks and tips of publishing in Australia and
internationally. Dr Mitchell enthralled the audience
with his personal story of self publishing and encouraged
others pursue their dreams of becoming published
authors.
We are delighted to announce that Dr Mitchell will be
returning to St Michael’s in 2015 to present a writing
workshop as part of the Centre for Wellbeing Programs.
More details will be posted on our website in the New
Year.
Euan Mitchell presenting the Getting Published Seminar.
Professor
Joseph Camilleri.
During the month of October, one of Australia’s leading
International Relations scholars and commentators,
Professor Joseph A. Camilleri OAM presented a series of
lectures entitled Rethinking The Future at St Michael’s.
Over 90 people packed the St Michael’s Hall each
evening as Professor Camilleri explored the security,
economic and cultural dilemmas we face in a period of
profound psychological, political and environmental
change.
We are delighted to announce that Professor Camilleri
will return to St Michael’s to present another fascinating
lecture series in September 2015.
Organists Dr Gordon Atkinson, Rhys Boak & Pavel Kohout.
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Visit our website www.stmichaels.org.au for more details
about the 2015 lecture series and to book tickets.
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Centre for Wellbeing The empowerment of
Mindfulness E-Course translating
spirituality into
Launch.
Our first online, self-paced e-course is live and available practical living.
for purchase at www.centreforwellbeing.org.au.
This course is suitable to give as a gift to anyone in the
world (from next door to Iceland and everywhere in
between). They will receive their login details and can
access it wherever they are. The course is suitable for
anyone who would benefit from learning new methods
to think about and manage stress and anxiety.
We have poured our hearts into making this e-course
and we are excited to share this highly beneficial
information with a wide audience. The course includes
practical exercises for greater wellbeing that can help
you, your family and friends live more mindfully.
The course is self-paced and there is no limit on the
amount of time you spend doing it. Plus, you can return
to the course as many times as you wish once it has been
purchased. In the spirit of making the course available to
as many people as possible and to really make a
difference in their lives, we have kept the price very low,
only $47.
Come on over to www.centreforwellbeing.org.au to learn
more about the course and all the inspirational events at
The Centre for Wellbeing.
Dr Debra Campbell-Tunks
We are pleased to announce that our very own Programs
Manager and Director of the Centre for Wellbeing at
St Michael’s Dr Debra Campbell-Tunks has had an
article published in the December edition of the Journal of
Spirituality in Clinical Practice which is published by
The American Psychological Association.
The article is a case study of a change in relationship
dynamics, a lessening of anger and a translation of the
most important components of a client’s faith into her
life through brief therapy. After experiencing insight into
how she could more fully embody her valued spirituality,
the client made a meaningful change from a pattern
of dysfunction to greater closeness and support in her
relationship with her daughter, who suffers with a chronic
disorder.
Dr Campbell-Tunks will continue her research into
spiritual wellbeing in the New Year. Exploring future
directions for collaborative spirituality research.
Visit our website www.centreforwellbeing.org.au to learn
more about The Centre for Wellbeing’s 2015 program.
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Steven Koski’s Oregon Mingary.
In 2015 St Michael’s will be forging a partnership with the
First Presbyterian Church of Bend, Oregon, U.S.A in the
development of Mingary Bend: A Centre for Wellbeing.
The development and partnership with Mingary will help
carry the healing and restorative spirit that has touched
and transformed the lives of so many in Melbourne to
the people of Bend in Oregon.
Dr Steven Koski of the First Presbyterian Church of
Bend is delighted to be part of Dr Francis Macnab’s
spiritual and psychological revolution. Below is a
statement he sent about the new project:
St Michael’s Mingary sculpture.
“The door highlighting the significance of the dynamic
relationship between psychology and spirituality was
opened for me 26 years ago when I was invited to soak
in the insight, wisdom and vision of Dr Macnab, serving
as his assistant.
“My time at St Michael’s was not only personally
transformative but shaped the path of my ministry over
the next 26 years. The 10 years I spent as the Director of
Cairnmillar Adelaide was a rich and rewarding chapter of
my life and vocation.
“It is with a tremendous amount of excitement that a
partnership is being forged between St Michael’s and
First Presbyterian Church of Bend in the development of
Mingary Bend: A Centre for Wellbeing.
First Presbyterian Church’s Labyrinth under construction.
“First Presbyterian is a congregation of 800 that already
has a focus on wholeness and wellbeing with yoga,
Tai Chi. Reiki, an outdoor labyrinth, Brain Fitness,
Enneagram workshops and much more.
“The development and partnership with Mingary will
help us carry the healing and restorative spirit that
has touched and transformed the lives of so many in
Melbourne to the people of Bend in Oregon.
“Just as St Michael’s changed the course of my journey
26 years ago, I can’t wait to see where the journey of this
new partnership will take us.”
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First Presbyterian Church’Bend Oregon.
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Coracle of Mingary.
In times gone by, people living on the many small
islands of Scotland would carry food and comfort to their
neighbours using a small boat, called a coracle. A coracle
is a carrier of nurturing friendship.
As part of the development of Mingary, The Quiet Place at
St Michael’s, we are inviting people to become part of
the Coracle of Mingary: Helping spread the word about
this unique space which gives people a place to reflect,
remember, and be restored.
Anyone can become a member of the Coracle. All you
need to do is write a letter to people you know who
might receive some benefit from visiting Mingary, The
Quiet Place.
Sample letters will be available to download from the
St Michael’s website. Letters will also be available as part
of the meditation booklet that is being produced.
Visit www.stmichaels.org.au for more information about
the coracle of Mingary.
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Mingary Counselling
Service.
As 2014 draws to a close, all involved with the Mingary
Counselling Service are ready for a well-earned break.
Over 2,100 people have attended Mingary Counselling
Service this year and we have been busy meeting the high
demand for counselling and vocational assessments.
The Master of Clinical Psychology students who
commenced their 12 month placements in April will
return next year.
The four Provisional Psychologists who began their
internships at Mingary in January have all met the
requirements of the Psychology Board of Australia and
will complete their work with us this year.
Hopefully their final papers will be processed quickly
by the Board and they will find out soon that they are
Registered Psychologists.
The 2015 interns have been selected and they will commence orientation and training next week, with a view
to commencing their formal placements on January 12.
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Cairnmillar at
St Michael’s Place.
We are excited to announce that Cairnmillar will soon be
delivering classes at Level 1, St Michael’s Place.
Successful Ageing
with Growth and
Enhancement (SAGE).
2014 in Review.
Students will enjoy a spacious and modern facility which
includes two lecture rooms, a break-out room, library,
kitchen facilities and access to the many local shops the
city has to offer.
On the last Friday of each month of 2014, a group of
over 70 people gathered at St Michael’s Place to hear
Dr Francis Macnab offer information about healthy
ageing in a friendly intelligent forum.
Effective from January 2015, Cairnmillar Counselling
and Psychotherapy classes will be delivered at St Michael’s
Place. Psychology students will continue their studies at
the Camberwell site.
In 2014, for the first time, SAGE went on the road.
Dr Macnab presented seminars at the Regis Aged Care
(Brighton), Rosanna Views Aged Care (Rosanna) and the
Glen Iris University of the Third Age.
An official launch of Cairnmillar at St Michael’s Place
will occur in late January 2015, just prior to classes
commencing for the year. We look forward to seeing the
staff and students next year.
We were honored to have Professor Lisa Miller from
Columbia University present a special seminar entitled
Spirituality As We Age.
February: Intimacy and the older person.
March: The 4th age.
April: Reshaping your life
May: What’s around the corner?
June: Men, look after your health.
July: What helps when it hurts? Memories enrich our sorrows.
August: Grieving slowly. & The shock of an unexpected death.
September: Time alone. We need it, we fear it, we could enjoy it.
October: The best decathlon of your old age.
November: Aim for better psychological health after 60.
Thank you for being part of this strong year of self
development at SAGE. Join us at 11am Friday 27 February
2015 for the first SAGE seminar of the new year.
Dr Francis Macnab presents a SAGE seminar at Regis Aged
Care in Brighton.
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Ageing and Depression: Sense of Purpose,
Self-Efficacy, Values and Self-Esteem as
Protective Factors.
Julijana Chochovski, Assistant Director of the SAGE
program recently penned an intriguing study of ageing
and depression with the help of our SAGE attendees.
Below is a summary of that study.
By 2056 Australia’s population is projected to increase
to between 31 and 43 million people, with around 23%
to 25% being 65 years or older (Attorney-General’s
Department, 2010). Old age can present many
challenges; the most obvious and documented is the
decline in physical health.
The aim of this study was to investigate the role of a sense
of purpose, self-efficacy, sense of value and self-worth in
predicting symptoms of depression in older adults. It was
hypothesised that after 55 years of age, an increase in
meaning in life would be dependent on having a sense of
purpose, self-efficacy, sense of value, self-esteem and how
these factors affect self-reported symptoms of depression.
The participants were 114 Australian men and women
over 55 years of age who were recruited from an older
adult educational group, SAGE (Successful Ageing for
Growth and Enjoyment). The results showed that high
levels of self-reported depressive symptomology were
associated significantly with a lack of meaning in
participants’ lives. The results also showed that,
depressive symptomatology was also significantly
associated with lower levels of a sense of purpose,
self-efficacy, worth, and a sense of value.
These results provide strong evidence for an alternative
approach in the prevention and treatment of depression
in older adults by building meaning, sense of purpose,
self-efficacy, a sense of value and self-esteem.
Prevention programmes, such as SAGE may focus on
new opportunities and possibilities, such as, engaging in
passionate pursuits. When we have something important and enlivening to work towards, we will be more
engaged and fulfilled by life. Consider what a person
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Julijana Chochovski and Dr Francis Macnab.
is passionate about and begin developing goals to work
towards these pursuits. This may be volunteering within
a person’s local community or further afield, mentoring
others in areas of personal interest or from previous career
knowledge, or join a club or organisation.
Feeling a sense of purpose can ultimately increase
psychological well-being. If a person is struggling with a
sense of purpose, focusing on discovering a person’s values
and what they are passionate about, and enhance their
connection to something greater than themselves. Older
adults can use their mental and creative energies to serve
something larger than themselves.
In summary:
• Having a strong sense of purpose in life is the lead
motivator in experiencing fewer symptoms of depression.
• A sense of purpose helps a person to focus on achieving
goals, experiencing success and enjoying activities.
• Prevention programmes that encourage a person to
strengthen their sense of purpose will in turn have a
positive impact on a person’s self-efficacy, self-esteem,
feelings of self-acceptance and meaning in life.
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St Michael’s Supports
The Big Tent.
Zen Gardens on
Collins Street.
The Big Tent is a special program run by the Cairnmillar
Institute researching the impact on young children
under six who have witnessed prolonged domestic
violence, sexual abuse, verbal and emotional abuse.
Focusing on the Kindergarten Field Officers Group
(KFOG), a professional development and support group,
this research is exploring how early intervention and
eduction can impact positively on children’s lives.
The rationale for the research project being; If we help
build one child’s self-worth, we set that child on a new
and better pathway into their future. By helping one
traumatised child in a kindergarten, we help their 30 or
so classmates; we help the staff; we help the parents. The
project explores how, without this help, these children
may grow into troubled and potentially disturbed and
violent adults.
Building new way of caring for thousands of traumatised
children in kindergartens across Melbourne, the state of
Victoria, and then out to the rest of Australia.
If you would like to help support this important program
by making a donation visit www.cairnmillar.org.au.
St Michael’s on
Social Media.
Each week St Michael’s is able to reach people across
Australia and the world via our social media pages.
Dr Francis Macnab’s Sunday services are uploaded to
YouTube and watched in over 100 countries.
Akira Takizawa’s harmonious garden design surrounds the
Church in a lush and spiritual atmosphere.
There is much philosophy behind the design of the
garden, with the themes of spirituality and connectedness
appearing prominently throughout the space.
Takizawa stated that he wanted to connect the garden
with the spiritual aspects of the Church and Mingary, The
Quiet Place. The garden brings the peace and harmony of
Mingary and the calm meditation of the Church into the
landscape and exterior. This becomes another place for
quiet reflection.
In an enclosed space like the Mingary Garden, a Zen
garden, with its small rock fountain, a person can
retreat from the noise of the world and reflect. ‘Inside and
out, there is a spirituality that can also be found in life.’
Recently, Simon Marshall has reinvigorated the gardens
by replanting a magnificent array of colourful plants.
We encourage you to experience the gardens when
you visit St Michael’s. Take a journey into the Mingary
Garden, along the stepping-stone path. Once enclosed
within the quiet space, sit and reflect in front of the stone
fountain.
On average St Michael’s reaches over 1,500 people per
week on Facebook, and followers of the page have more
than doubled in the past year.
In this digital age the messages of St Michael’s are able to
travel the globe. We look forward to increasing our global
congregation in 2015.
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Zoos Victoria Publicly Remembrance Day
Thanks St Michael’s.
Service.
On October 17 the CEO of Zoos Victoria Jenny
Gray thanked St Michael’s for our donation of $700.
This donation was made possible by the generous work of
the Human Rights Group, spearheaded by Pam Smart.
The funds will help support the Leadbeater’s Possum
breeding program. Which provides enclosures, food,
breeding and animal care equipment to save species
from extinction. The Australian Wildlife Health Centre
at Healesville Sanctuary, treats over 2000 sick and
injured native animals each year.
Dr Francis Macnab’s Sunday address on the 9th of
November was dedicated to Remembrance Day and was
entitled Our Inbuilt Protective Mechanisms For Our Health
And Happiness.
Rupert Cassidy placed the Memorial Wreath in honour
of all those who have died or suffered in all wars and
peacekeeping operations. In addition to being a symbol
of remembrance, the poppy has been enshrined forever in
our history as the symbol of sacrifice.
Leadbeater’s Possum.
St Andrew’s Day.
St Michael’s celebrated St Andrew’s Day and Advent
Sunday on the 30th November. The St Michael’s
Singers and St Michael’s Brass Ensemble along with
soloist Jessica Foot (oboe) brought thunderous applause
from the congregation.
Healesville Sanctuary Platypus enclosure.
Healesville Sanctuary Birds of Prey.
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Vale.
Bonnie Bradley
Bequest.
We mourn the passing of seventeen St Michael’s
Members and Associates during 2014.
Bonnie Bradley joined the Cairnmillar-St Michael’s
community back in the early 1970’s.
Having come through a difficult physical trauma, she
became increasingly involved in the pastoral care work
of St Michael’s.
Soon she was drawn to an adult learning program to
begin studies for the ministry.
She embraced this work with commitment and warmth
and after two parish appointments, became the chaplain
of Mayflower, where she exercised a widely acceptable
ministry.
At the end of her life, she generously remembered the
significant influences in her early professional life, and
left a bequest of $15,000 to St Michael’s.
This gift will be devoted to a cause that reflects Bonnie’s
personality and her pastoral care and commitment. If
you are interested in including St Michael’s in your Will
please contact the office for advice on 9654 5120.
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Russell Baker
Doreen Belcher
Bonnie Bradley
Rosa Campbell
Helen Carson
Colin Edkins
Trevor Fowler
Joseph Garan
Brian Goodwin
Dorothy Haines
Bruce Hands
John Hart
Bette Hillier
Barry Knights
Catherine McKean-Clarke
Jean Nation
June Schultz
Tania Towstoless
We offer our condolences and support to their families
and friends at this time.
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Graeme Adamson,
Dates for your
Dean of Church Services. New Years Calendar.
10AM, SUNDAY 11 JANUARY
Guest Minister Rev Pamela McNally-Anderson.
Graeme Adamson.
In each edition of the St Michael’s newsletter we are
highlighting a member of our Church Council. This
edition we’d like to introduce you to the Dean of Church
Services, Graeme Adamson.
Graeme Adamson has been attending St Michael’s since
1993, becoming a member in 1994.
The ambience of the worship service was attractive,
however it was Dr Macnab’s modern approach to, and
explanation of, the Bible and its application to the
modern society that really inspired Graeme. As well as
the openness and friendliness of the congregation.
Some of Graeme’s most memorable events at St Michael’s
have been: the baptism of two of his grandchildren,
Christmas Day services, St Michael’s Day, jazz concerts
and all the wonderful musical events that take place.
10AM, SUNDAY 25 JANUARY
Dr Francis Macnab welcomes the LGBTQ
community to a special Midsumma service.
10AM, SUNDAY 8 FEBRUARY
Opening of Programs.
6.30PM, THURSDAY 19 FEBRUARY
Fight Free February: A seminar exploring strategies for
collaboration and greater compassion in all relationships
including bringing a compassionate perspective to
family law situations.
As Dean of Church Services, Graeme works tirelessly
behind the scenes to ensure that the Sunday services
can take place as decided by Dr Macnab. This involves
working with those who perform the duties via: tidiness
of Church surrounds; recording, sound, lighting and sale
of recordings; communion preparation and serving; the
creche; processional staff; music; security, support team
and offering counting; flowers; folding of the Orders of
Service; visiting Ministers and Open House Melbourne.
10AM, SUNDAY 22 FEBRUARY
Future Spirituality: Dr Philip Hughes, minister and
researcher from the Christian Research Association will
present research findings and discussion on the future of
religion and spirituality in Australia.
We are thrilled to have such a dedicated and passionate
individual such as Graeme working to the betterment of
St Michael’s.
11AM, FRIDAY 27 FEBRUARY
First SAGE seminar of 2015.
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Mingary Counselling Service
Confidential, low-cost counselling
If you are seeking relief from painful or stressful experiences, assistance with
major life changes or help reducing anxiety, fear and uncertainty, call Mingary
Counselling Service to make an appointment.
Or visit The Quiet Place (pictured above): a peaceful, nondenominational
sanctuary for people of all religions and cultures. Open 8am to 5pm weekdays and
8am to 1pm Sundays; enter from the Russell Street side of St Michael’s.
St Michael’s Centre, 120 Collins Street, Melbourne
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