Every Thursday at 1.00pm, the St Michael's Carillon is sounded and the grand organ comes to life for a free 30 minute recital. Now into their seventh year, these recitals are well attended by the public. Performed by organist Rhys Boak, and visiting artists, brings the joy and beauty of live music to many Melbournians and visitors....

You are invited to the first SAGE seminar of 2015! SAGE is a monthly seminar program that is presented by renowned psychotherapist and author Dr Francis Macnab. Each month we choose a theme and bring you a series of strategies and tools to help you cope with the big stresses in the years post 55,...

Comedy Festival favourite Nelly Thomas teams up with ABC Radio’s George McEncroe and Australia’s favourite Octogenarian Ethel Chop to honour mums this International Women’s Day. From nappies to naughty nannas, Minecraft to (parenting) minefields, rest to respite; these three funny women will explore all the wonderful - and not-so-wonderful - aspects of contemporary parenting. With...

Join native French speaker, Johanna Hersey, for a fun and informal French conversation class where all are welcome to practice their French and receive some pointers in basic French conversation skills. Beginners and fluent speakers alike will find someone to chat to in French and help and guidance on hand. Cost: free Bookings not required

A group that meets to read poetry, share work and be inspired about all things poetry. This group aims to cultivate an atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to explore the wonders of poetry in a supportive and fun environment. Facilitated by Dr Peter Kingsbury this program is free of charge and there is no need to book...

Lawyer and Estate Planner Alan Farrar presents an informative seminar exploring the ins-and-outs of Powers of Attorney, Wills and Estate Management. The laws regarding Powers of Attorney and Estate Management and Wills have recently changed which means many people who have made arrangements in the past need to learn about the new legislation in order...

SAGE is a monthly seminar program that is presented by renowned psychotherapist and author Dr Francis Macnab. Each month we choose a theme and bring you a series of strategies and tools to help you cope with the big stresses in the years post 55, reshaping your meaning of life, dealing with the fears that...

Thinking Outside The Square A lively, interactive discussion group, presented by Dr Peter Kingsbury, focusing on thinking outside the square. Designed to inspire creative and innovative thinking. Cost: free Booking not required

Join us for a special Maundy Thursday service. We say the sacred words of “The Last Supper.” Jesus gathered his disciples, took Bread and Cup, gave thanks for the gift of life, prayed for courage to meet the future, and together they sang their hymn of Faith. As we take the Bread and Wine we...

We gather in silence. The Church is in darkness. We are confronted with the stark realities of human destructiveness and violence of human grief and sorrow. Good Friday focuses again on the image of Jesus and the symbol of hope for our dark times. Good Friday focuses also on our search for healing andtransformation, for...

Come and celebrate Easter Sunday at St Michael's Life is more enjoyable when you know you are listening to a good idea, a new idea – when you are walking on a new path, a good path; when you are seeing something new, something good. That’s engagement. That’s enhancement. That’s looking at a segment of...