Lent is a time traditionally devoted to spiritual purification and refinement in preparation for Easter, including by means of the disciplines of prayer, fasting and almsgiving. This retreat will help participants to embrace Lent prayerfully, and with an openness to the graces it offers. Presenter Fr David Barry osb at New Norcia. Friday 23 February to Sunday 25 February. Cost $250 to cover the course expenses and two nights full board at the Monastery Guesthouse. Booking; www.newnorcia.wa.edu.au.  Further info: Dom Robert Nixon, osb, institute@newnorcia.wa.edu.au.