Coram Deo

06/06/2026

When Narrative Therapy meets the world of tabletop- and other role playing games.

05/06/2026

Unversity ceremony 2026:
Our sudents who could attend the Center for faith and community / University of Pretoria enterprises ceremony, received recognition today. Prof. Stephan de Beer along with the Dean of Theology, Prof. Rantoa Letsosa - and attended by Dr Elmo Pienaar, Coram Deo Managing Director.
Programme:
Advanced program in parcel narrative therapy
Advanced program in practitioner supervision, narrative and pastoral perspectives.
Advanced program in continued professional development

02/06/2026

*Identity Lab – A Workshop for Teens*
Who am I? What matters most to me? What's my next step?
Join us for Identity Lab, a two-day interactive workshop designed to help teenagers explore their identity, discover their strengths, and develop a clearer sense of direction for the future.
Through engaging activities, meaningful conversations, and practical tools, participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their story, find their voice, and grow in confidence.

• 30 June & 1 July 2026
• 10:00 – 15:00
• 143 Leonie Street, Die Hoewes, Pretoria
• R400 per person (Includes a workbook, snacks, and a light lunch)

Explore. Discover. Become YOU.

Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot before 15 June 2026.
🔗 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/Identity-Lab

For more information:
[email protected]
(012) 998 9083

02/06/2026

🌟 Friendly Reminder! 🌟
Our Community Connect workshop, "Let There Be Dragons: Narrative Meaning Making with Therapeutically Applied Role-Playing Games," is happening this Saturday, 6 June.
Join us as we explore how role-playing games can be used as a therapeutic tool to support personal growth, meaning making, and narrative development in a guided and reflective space.
• Saturday, 6 June
• 09:00 – 12:00
• 143 Leonie Street, Die Hoewes, Pretoria
• Please bring a snack to share.
If you haven't registered yet, there's still time:
🔗 https://tinyurl.com/Community-Connect-6-June
We look forward to seeing you there! 🐉✨

29/05/2026

Accepting last registrations for short course 'Faith in counselling' starting at 14:00, online.
RSVP: https://forms.gle/aQqLPHcakf1z5UKq8

📢 CPD Short Course: Faith in Counselling (FIC26)

Join us for an enriching and practical CPD experience as we explore the meaningful role of faith, spirituality, and religion in counselling.

🗓 Dates: 29–30 May
👩‍🏫 Presented by: Dr Jo Viljoen & Dr Annalize Koen

⏰ Schedule:
Friday: 14:00–17:00 & 17:30–20:30 (Check-in from 13:30)
Saturday: 09:00–12:00 & 12:30–15:30 (Check-in from 08:30)

💡 What you will explore:
• In conversation with religion, faith, and spirituality
• Reflecting on personal belief systems (Faith Creed)
• Practical engagement with faith and spirituality in counselling
• Participating Narrative Pastoral Theology & Praxis (in construction)
• Rituals, symbols, ceremonies & spiritual practices
• The therapist’s own spirituality in the counselling space
• Sacred conversations
• Understanding destructive spirituality

💸 Fees:
• Public: R1940
• Group (5+): R640 per person
• Supervision-only / Alumni / Seeds of Hope: R1540 (+ R300 annual if applicable)
• Annually enrolled CPD / 3rd year (COP): Included
• Current lecturers: Free (registration required)

📲 A dedicated but temporary WhatsApp group will be created for all registered participants to share important course updates, CPD communication, and resources.

👉 Secure your spot today:
https://forms.gle/aQqLPHcakf1z5UKq8

28/05/2026

Therapeutically applied role-playing games (6 June)
Short interview with presenter Gareth Oxley about 6 June (Saturday morning at the centre.

For: Everyone (local community, counsellors, clients)
Cost: Free (Bring a snack)
RSVP: https://forms.gle/Zm5zULfDJEvumLai8

26/05/2026

🎲🐉 Join us for our next Community Connect session!

Let There Be Dragons: Narrative Meaning Making with Therapeutically Applied Role-Playing Games

Discover how role-playing games can be used as a therapeutic tool to support narrative development, meaning-making, and personal growth within a guided and reflective framework.

📅 6 June
⏰ 09:00 – 12:00
📍 143 Leonie St, Die Hoewes, Pretoria

Bring a snack and come connect, learn, and explore with us.

RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/Community-Connect-6-June

25/05/2026

Join our existing practitioners, rent on a month to month basis, session or period bookings.

21/05/2026

📢 CPD Short Course: Faith in Counselling (FIC26)

Join us for an enriching and practical CPD experience as we explore the meaningful role of faith, spirituality, and religion in counselling.

🗓 Dates: 29–30 May
👩‍🏫 Presented by: Dr Jo Viljoen & Dr Annalize Koen

⏰ Schedule:
Friday: 14:00–17:00 & 17:30–20:30 (Check-in from 13:30)
Saturday: 09:00–12:00 & 12:30–15:30 (Check-in from 08:30)

💡 What you will explore:
• In conversation with religion, faith, and spirituality
• Reflecting on personal belief systems (Faith Creed)
• Practical engagement with faith and spirituality in counselling
• Participating Narrative Pastoral Theology & Praxis (in construction)
• Rituals, symbols, ceremonies & spiritual practices
• The therapist’s own spirituality in the counselling space
• Sacred conversations
• Understanding destructive spirituality

💸 Fees:
• Public: R1940
• Group (5+): R640 per person
• Supervision-only / Alumni / Seeds of Hope: R1540 (+ R300 annual if applicable)
• Annually enrolled CPD / 3rd year (COP): Included
• Current lecturers: Free (registration required)

📲 A dedicated but temporary WhatsApp group will be created for all registered participants to share important course updates, CPD communication, and resources.

👉 Secure your spot today:
https://forms.gle/aQqLPHcakf1z5UKq8

14/05/2026

Dear community,

We use this form to make an initial connection and extend a public invitation to participate in topics currently being explored by our Supervision Group (as opposed to our general counselling practice).

OFFERING
We are here to hold space, listen, or work with you to cultivate growth and healing.

CURRENT SUPERVISION TOPICS
At present, the focus is on Illness Narratives (May).
During June, the CPD training will focus on Faith in Counselling.
(Note that our perspective in dealing with matters of faith/spirituality/religion is not dogmatic or prescriptive)

INTEREST FORM
https://tinyurl.com/helpingcommunities

When filling out this form, you will be contacted by a staff member to set up the interaction between you and a supervision student.