About Us
We are part of a global community who practice Christian meditation.
The New Zealand Community for Christian Meditation (NZCCM) is our local network of the World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM).
About the World Community for Christian Meditation
The World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) is an international organisation of meditators rooted in the teachings of the Gospels and the early Christian monastic tradition.
Founded to continue the legacy of Fr John Main OSB, WCCM is a global network of meditation communities, spanning more than 120 countries. Each community shares the fruits of this practice inclusively, serving the unity of all and fostering understanding between faiths and cultures.
Its registered headquarters are in London, UK, and its International Home is the Bonnevaux - Centre for Peace near Poitiers in France — an ancient monastic site dedicated to retreat, formation and global dialogue around the daily practice of meditation.
WCCM Mission Statement
To communicate and nurture meditation as passed on through the teaching of John Main in the Christian tradition in the spirit of serving the unity of all.
WCCM Founder | John Main OSB
While monastic prayer practices were largely forgotten by the Church over the centuries, this aspect of Christian spirituality was rediscovered and revived by Fr. John Main, OSB (1926-1982), a Benedictine monk who in the 1970s reintroduced Christian meditation into the lives of religious and lay people alike.
The World Community for Christian Meditation formed in 1991 as a means of continuing John Main's legacy of spreading the gift of Christian meditation.
WCCM Leader | Fr Laurence Freeman
Directed by Fr Laurence Freeman OSB, successor to Fr John Main, the World Community continues to grow as a global contemplative movement.
Through teaching, retreats and formation, Fr Laurence supports the worldwide network of meditation communities and the ongoing development of WCCM’s mission.
To find out more about WCCM, John Main OSB and Laurence Freeman OSB visit the WCCM website.
About the New Zealand Community for Christian Meditation (NZCCM)
Here in New Zealand, there are Christian meditation groups in many cities and towns meeting regularly in churches, community halls, online and private homes. NZCCM regularly organises retreats, seminars, community days and has volunteer teachers who will help a community establish its own meditation group.
NZCCM welcomes people of all faiths to join in this shared tradition of deepening the spiritual life.
Christian meditation is freely offered to all who feel drawn to this path. Meditation groups are free of charge, and community days are offered on a koha basis, with no obligation to give. Those who wish to support the work of our community may do so through donations on this website, and we are grateful for that generosity.
NZCCM was established as an incorporated trust in 2008 and is guided by a board of trustees. Our current national co-ordinator and board-chair is Rev Rosie Dell.
National Co-ordinator | Rev Rosie Dell
Rev Rosie Dell is a seasoned meditator who is committed to serving our growing community.
She is a spiritual director and Anglican priest, currently ministering as Vicar at Whangamata Anglican Church.
She has been involved with NZCCM for many years, establishing groups and attending WCCM training in Penang and Brisbane.
