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  • Beginners Retreat **2 SPACES REMAINING**

    The aim of this semi-silent retreat weekend is to help you enter the world of silent retreats gently and with plenty of support. There will be guidance on how to use the time; periods on your own and with the other retreatants, and the opportunity to share your experience with others if you wish to do so. Led by members of the Launde Abbey Community.

    £330

  • Rooted and Grounded: Going Deeper Into Spiritual Practice ***FULLY BOOKED***

    You might want to be more resilient in the face of exhausting demands. You might be looking for a deeper foundation for your ministry. You might be wrestling with the question: how do I live a flourishing life? If so, this retreat is for you. Led by Launde Abbey and Renovaré.

    £495

  • Rediscovering the Ancient Paths with Bernard of Clairvaux ***FULLY BOOKED***

    This two-day retreat will be an intimate conversation with one of the greatest exponents of the love of God, Bernard of Clairvaux, a French twelfth-century monk. It will offer teaching, worship, prayer, times of silence and the opportunity for individual appointments with the retreat conductor and relaxation in the grounds and surrounding countryside. Led by Jenny Campbell.

    £350

  • Stepping Into the Bible

    This retreat explores the evolving message of the Bible. We step into the world of the Bible, with its different styles of writing and different levels of truth. We see how the Old and New Testaments relate to one another, and how ideas about God and Jesus, salvation and morality changed over the centuries. Led by Peter Sills.

    £495

  • Living with Loss ***FULLY BOOKED***

    Abi May and the team invite those who have experienced bereavement to gain the tools to help cope with the life-changing loss of a loved one.

    £495

  • Look at the Birds: A Birdwatching Retreat

    Come and enjoy a time of quiet Celtic Christian worship, biblical reflections and guided birdwatching walks. Led by Revd Dale Hanson.

    £495

  • Meditation & the Contemporary Wisdom of Meister Eckhart Retreat ***2 SPACEs LEFT***

    Meister Eckhart, one of the greatest mystics of the Western Christian tradition, taught the transformative reality of oneness — a truth with profound relevance for life today. This experiential retreat will explore his wisdom in depth, alongside its striking parallels with Buddhist teaching.

    £330

  • Living, Breathing, and Moving: Connecting with God with Our Whole Body

    During this four-day retreat, guests will experience a variety of body-based prayer practices and opportunities to grow in awareness and understanding of how our body’s design and wisdom foster a deep and fulfilling prayer life with God. Led by Hope Stockman and Rhona Knight.

    £495

  • 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.

    £910

  • The ‘I Am’ Sayings

    In this retreat, we will pray with and through the I am statements of Jesus in John’s gospel.  Using the textile art of Jane Allen we will engage with each of the I am statements of Jesus in turn.  This retreat will be led by Chris and Rhona Knight.

    £495

  • The Space: A Creative Retreat

    Join Epiphany’s skilled team for a gently guided retreat at Launde Abbey, featuring relaxing improvised music, daily reflections, and creative opportunities. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, take part in art workshops with Rhona Knight, experience a unique Sound Portrait, and connect through conversation. Guests are encouraged to bring musical instruments or art materials to explore and stretch their creativity.

    £592

  • Textiles Retreat: God Is Revealed – Through Strangers, Signs, and Sacraments ***FULLY BOOKED***

    Join us at Launde Abbey for a creative and reflective retreat exploring the theme of God revealed – through strangers, signs, and sacraments. Together we’ll reflect on the season of Epiphany, finishing with the Presentation of Christ in the Temple. Our stitching will take inspiration from these ideas – perhaps stars, water, wine or camels.

    £592