Views Along the Way
Photography as an Aid to Awareness
Photography is about seeing. What happens when we approach photography with the intent of being present rather than desiring to capture a pretty picture or making a record for the future? Can we use the camera (or smartphone) as a tool to help us challenge the limitations present in our perception?
As part of our time together we will reflect on the nature of prayer, focusing on prayer as relationship and as a response to the never absent God.
We will also consider spiritual practice in general, and look at photography in particular as a way to overcome our inner “editing process”.
You will need to bring along a camera or cellphone that is capable of taking photos. We will be sharing our photography with others and some basic instruction in photography will be provided as part of the Retreat.
Our Facilitator
Kelvin Wright is a grandfather, father, husband and priest. His inner sustenance includes daily doses of intentional silence and the Greek New Testament. After more than 40 years of ordained ministry he retired from the position of Bishop of Dunedin 7 years ago. Since then he has continued as a spiritual director and retreat leader. He has a life long interest in photography which he sees as a spiritual practice – a way of being present to the God who is never absent. He also has a deep investment in the spiritual practice of walking pilgrimage, and see these two things as deeply complementary.
Examples of Kelvin’s photography can be viewed here.
Thursday 4th – Saturday 6th July
Hanmer Springs Memorial Hall
1 Jolies Pass Road, Hanmer Springs
There is no charge to attend the Presbytery Retreat, however you will need to organise your own travel and accomodation in Hanmer Springs. Limited accommodation is available in the Manse at Hanmer Springs at a reduced rate. If you are interested in a room in the manse please let us know when you fill out your registration form.
Dinner on Thursday and lunch on Friday will be provided as part of your registration. On Friday night there will be an opportunity to gather for dinner at a local restaurant at your own cost. Please let us know if you will be able to join us for that on your registration form.
Registrations close Monday 24th June 2024.