Retreats
Epiphany Retreat
In this darkest season of the year, Chris Webb leads this retreat reflecting on the Light revealed both in these stories and in our own stories, and exploring what God’s Spirit might be saying to each of us through them as 2023 begins.
Living with Loss ***FULLY BOOKED***
Abi and John May invite those who have experienced bereavement to gain the tools to help cope with the life changing loss of a loved one.
I Am The Gate: Sewing Retreat ***FULLY BOOKED***
This retreat offers a time to ponder God’s love for us and for others and how we respond to that love. As we do this, there will be an opportunity to create a piece of sewing/patchwork/embroidery which reflects this.
Come To Me
For those of us who are weary or disorientated because of the experiences of recent months, this retreat offers the opportunity to come home, to come back to God who in Christ invites us to make our home in him.
Contemplarium: Silence, Meditation, Chant
Launde Abbey East Norton, Leicestershire, United KingdomImmerse yourself in brief meditations on scripture, in simple prayer drawing in echoes of ancient chant, and in generous opportunities for silence and stillness. Led by Chris Webb.
Lent Retreat: Images of Grace
As we set out on our pilgrimage through Lent, we will consider Jesus’ life through the image of ‘journey’, his obedience, compassion and suffering, culminating on the cross.
Beginners Retreat *** FULLY BOOKED ***
A retreat for first time retreatants led by Deputy Warden Chris Webb and Chaplain Alan Humphrey. The aim of the weekend is to help you enter the world of silent retreats gently and with plenty of support.
Holy Week Retreat
During this retreat we'll be walking the road to Calvary as we trace the story in Mark's gospel through reflections, prayer, meditation and silent contemplation.
Icon Painting Retreat *** FULLY BOOKED ***
Join experienced Iconographer, Peter Murphy for a week learning the medieval gilding and painting techniques to create stunning icon paintings
Look at the Birds *** FULLY BOOKED ***
Come and enjoy a time of quiet Celtic Christian worship, biblical reflections and guided birdwatching walks.
God’s Story, My Story
Led by Paul Rattigan, this retreat explores the importance of stories to our faith as we move through our everyday lives.
Living with Loss *** FULLY BOOKED ***
Launde Abbey East Norton, Leicestershire, United KingdomAbi and John May invite those who have experienced bereavement to gain the tools to help cope with the life changing loss of a loved one.
The Future of the Celtic Past *** FULLY BOOKED ***
The renowned church leader John Bell returns to Launde to lead this retreat delving into Celtic spirituality.
Treasures in Clay Jars: A Textiles and Sewing Retreat *** FULLY BOOKED ***
Led by Claire Goode, this retreat will explore what it means for us to be ‘clay jars’ in the service of God. We will do these using prayers and poetry, together with creative stitching.