A Quiet Path | why this event?

For many followers of Jesus, ADHD can quietly interfere with the life they long for.

A slower life. A more peaceful life. A sense of presence with God.

Instead, it can feel like:

distraction
inconsistency
feeling behind

Or quietly wondering, “Why is this so hard for me?”

Over time, this can lead to being hard on yourself — or carrying guilt or disappointment that was never meant for you.
The Quiet Path is a small, thoughtful space to begin to untangle some of this.
Not everything. Just a few important things.

What we will explore

We will gently explore some of the patterns underneath the struggle:

inattention, distraction, and time blindness
emotional intensity and overwhelm
inconsistency with executive functioning

And how these connect with a contemplative life with God:

wanting to pray, but not quite getting there
difficulty slowing down
restlessness or guilt
a longing for something quieter and more grounded

The aim

This is not about fixing yourself. It is about:

understanding what is going on
loosening the weight of guilt or self-judgment
discovering gentler, more fitting ways to engage with God

There will be space to reflect, some guided interaction, and simple ideas you can take with you.

Some of this is supported by our Quiet Path Guide and Experiment Journal

On the day | Saturday May 9th 2026

The time

9.20am Registration, coffee.

9.30 - start

Light lunch - provided during the session

2:00 - Finish

The venue

Riccarton Baptist Church, 80 Rattray Street, Christchurch.
Plenty of parking

Who is this for?

Followers of Jesus who:

experience ADHD (diagnosed or not), or support someone who does
find it affects their spiritual life or feel quietly discouraged at times
are looking for a gentler way

FAQ

Do I need to be diagnosed? No.

Is this only for people with ADHD? It is primarily designed with ADHD in mind, but may also be helpful if you resonate with these patterns.

Do I need to be “doing well spiritually”? No. This space is for real life, not ideal life.

Is this clinical or medical? No. This is an educational and reflective workshop, drawing on research and lived experience. We are unable to offer diagnosis or advice about medication.

Questions?

Feel free to call or text Derek | 021 511 303 | or send an email.

Or contact Rachel Sangster (Riccarton Baptist) | rachel@riccartonbaptist.org.nz

Other Links

learningworkshops.nz | riccartonbaptist.org

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