Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings in Epsom offers events from reflection days to spiritual workshops and rituals. All events are rooted in a legacy of contemplative prayer, purposeful action and unwavering dedication to the care of our common home.
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
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Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
19
Oct
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 19 October 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
22
Oct
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 22 October 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
26
Oct
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 26 October 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
29
Oct
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 29 October 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
02
Nov
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 2 November 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
05
Nov
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 5 November 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
07
Nov
Demystifying Dreams: The Science Behind Dreaming and Dream Analysis
Date: Saturday 7 November 2026
Time: 9.00am-5.00pm
Presenter: Tay-Marie Yorston
Fee: $160 (includes morning and afternoon tea and a follow-up Spiritual Direction session)
Venue:
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings
McAuley Room
104 The Drive, Epsom
Auckland
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Your dreams are more than just stories, they're invitations to personal growth and spiritual insight. Whether you're simply curious about the meaning of your dreams or looking for practical tools to support yourself and others, this hands-on, interactive workshop will help you explore the deeper purpose of dreams and their invitation to greater self-awareness, mental wellness, and spiritual/personal growth.
Facilitator: Tay-Marie Yorston Cost: $160 (includes morning and afternoon tea and a follow-up Spiritual Direction Session*) Registrations:Â Tay-Marie Yorston e: dreamsnz4u@gmail.com w: https://www.dreamsnz.com/
*Each participant is offered a 1-hour one-on-one session within 2 months of the workshop. These sessions support deeper reflection, personal insight, and integration of your inner work.
09
Nov
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 9 November 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
12
Nov
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 12 November 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
15
Nov
Mandala Interest Group
Date: Sunday 15 November 2026
Time: 1.30pm-3.30pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
Patterson Room - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
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Are you interested in joining a small group to have some ‘time out’ to nurture your own spiritual wellbeing? These three afternoons will include prayer, silence to draw your own mandala, and an opportunity to share your experience, all brought to closure with reflective ritual.
Please bring your Mandala Journal Notebook. All other necessary materials will be provided but bring your own pencils/crayons if you wish.
To register, email Rebecca: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
16
Nov
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 16 November 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
18
Nov
Bringing Advent to Life: Stations on the Way to Christmas (4-week series)
Date: Wednesday 18 November 2026
Time: 10.30-11.30am or 7.30-8.30pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: $35 or koha for series
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
More Info & Register
In his e-book entitled 'Bringing Advent to Life: Stations on the Way to Christmas', Fr James Lyons provides readings and reflections for the weeks of Advent to help us prayerfully prepare for Christmas. Come and join in this small group, sharing as a faith community journeying towards Jesus this Christmas.
Please bring your Bible. To register, email Rebecca: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
19
Nov
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 19 November 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
21
Nov
Green Sketching
Date: Saturday 21 November 2026
Time: 10.00am-12.00pm
Presenter: Nicky Browne
Fee: $25 or koha
Venue:
McAuley Centre and Gardens, Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom, Auckland
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Green Sketching is a tool for slowing down and increasing awareness. It combines contemplation, nature awareness and creativity. Come and enjoy some time in the beautiful gardens at Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings with a small group of likeminded people. Note: No drawing experience is required and the quality of your sketch or doodle is irrelevant. No need to bring anything, everything will be provided.
Participants are welcome to bring their own lunch and enjoy further time in the grounds until 3pm.
Email Rebecca to register: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
23
Nov
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 23 November 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
26
Nov
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 26 November 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
30
Nov
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 30 November 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
02
Dec
Bringing Advent to Life: Stations on the Way to Christmas (4-week series)
Date: Wednesday 2 December 2026
Time: 10.30-11.30am or 7.30-8.30pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: $35 or koha for series
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
More Info & Register
In his e-book entitled 'Bringing Advent to Life: Stations on the Way to Christmas', Fr James Lyons provides readings and reflections for the weeks of Advent to help us prayerfully prepare for Christmas. Come and join in this small group, sharing as a faith community journeying towards Jesus this Christmas.
Please bring your Bible. To register, email Rebecca: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
03
Dec
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 3 December 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
05
Dec
The Mystery of the Incarnation
Date: Saturday 5 December 2026
Time: 10.00am-2.00pm
Presenter: Jill McLoughlin RSJ
Fee: $35, or koha
Venue:
McAuley Centre - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
More Info & Register
Advent is a season of waiting in hope. This retreat day offers an invitation to enter a space of quiet prayer and reflection to make our hearts ready for Emmanuel – God with us. Through scripture, music, sharing, silence and meditation, we will be drawn once again into the mystery of the Incarnation.
Please bring your own lunch. To register, email Rebecca: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
07
Dec
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 7 December 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
09
Dec
Bringing Advent to Life: Stations on the Way to Christmas (4-week series)
Date: Wednesday 9 December 2026
Time: 10.30-11.30am or 7.30-8.30pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: $35 or koha for series
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
More Info & Register
In his e-book entitled 'Bringing Advent to Life: Stations on the Way to Christmas', Fr James Lyons provides readings and reflections for the weeks of Advent to help us prayerfully prepare for Christmas. Come and join in this small group, sharing as a faith community journeying towards Jesus this Christmas.
Please bring your Bible. To register, email Rebecca: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
10
Dec
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 10 December 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
14
Dec
Monday Weekly Meditation
Date: Monday 14 December 2026
Time: 7.30pm-8.15pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
McAuley Centre
Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings,
104 The Drive,
Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Monday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 6th April, 27th April, 1st June, 26th October
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
16
Dec
Bringing Advent to Life: Stations on the Way to Christmas (4-week series)
Date: Wednesday 16 December 2026
Time: 10.30-11.30am or 7.30-8.30pm
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: $35 or koha for series
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
More Info & Register
In his e-book entitled 'Bringing Advent to Life: Stations on the Way to Christmas', Fr James Lyons provides readings and reflections for the weeks of Advent to help us prayerfully prepare for Christmas. Come and join in this small group, sharing as a faith community journeying towards Jesus this Christmas.
Please bring your Bible. To register, email Rebecca: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
17
Dec
Thursday Weekly Meditation
Date: Thursday 17 December 2026
Time: 10.30am-11.15am
Presenter: Cathryn Wiles-Pickard rsm
Fee: Koha appreciated
Venue:
The Chapel - Hou Mana Wai Mercy Wellsprings, 104 The Drive, Epsom
Weekly Event
More Info & Register
Join with like-minded people each week for contemplative prayer and reflection.
All welcome, just turn up.
Thursday Meditation is not being held on the following dates: 9th April, 4th June, 29th October.
For further information, please contact: office@mercywellsprings.org.nz
