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  • Women in the Bible

    Bishop Graham Kings will guide us in an interactive, prayerful exploration of seven beautiful paintings of biblical women by Bulgarian icon writer Silvia Dimitrova. Through his poetry, biblical commentary, and music composed by Tristan Latchford, we’ll reflect on Sarah, Miriam, Ruth, Esther, Magdalene, Lydia, and Priscilla, with space for our own prayer and creativity.

    £474

  • 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.

    £920

  • Labyrinth Retreat

    During our time together, we will learn more about the fascinating history of labyrinths, their symbolism, spirituality and the many ways in which they are being used today. We will walk the labyrinth (both indoors and outside in the garden) with different intentions each day, and enjoy the tranquillity of a candlelit labyrinth walk after dark. Led by Nickie Fidgin.

    £474

  • Flourishing In Retirement ***FULLY BOOKED***

    Flourishing in Retirement is a retreat designed for Christians who long to embrace this chapter with faith-filled confidence, whether approaching retirement or already retired. Through prayer, fellowship, and guided reflection, we will explore how God calls us to live abundantly, nurture relationships, and continue serving His kingdom with wisdom and grace. Led by Florence and Clive Morton.

    £178

  • Into the Silent Land: Five-Day Meditation Retreat **FULLY BOOKED**

    Into the Silent Land offers profound insights for the student of silent prayer but is especially intended for the non-specialist who feels drawn to discover the deep wisdom of the Christian contemplative tradition. This retreat will be led by Chris Whittington, founder of The School of Contemplative Life.

    £604

  • Unmaking Mary: Shattering the Myth of Perfect Motherhood

    Unmaking Mary invites us to examine how idealised images of the Virgin Mary have shaped unrealistic expectations of motherhood and womanhood. Through reflection and gentle conversation, we’ll explore how these myths have impacted our own stories. Together we’ll encounter Mary as a real woman of courage and complexity — and discover a more freeing vision of ourselves. Led by Chine McDonald.

    £336

  • Unlocking the Fountains **2 SPACES AVAILABLE**

    In this retreat (based on the book by the same title) we receive challenge and inspiration from the biblical rivers and wells, revisiting ancient stories and exploring their resonances, spiritual and ecological. We draw refreshment from ancient springs which renew us for daily living.

    £474

  • Beginners Retreat with the Launde Abbey Community ***FULLY BOOKED***

    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.

    £336

  • Textiles Retreat: WELCOME AND HOSPITALITY ***FULLY BOOKED***

    Christ welcomes us all.  Using the sculpture of "The Welcoming Christ" in the Launde Abbey garden, we will explore what we understand by welcome, feeling welcomed and welcoming others.  Guests may wish to use or take their own photos of the statue as an inspiration for stitching. Led by Revd Claire Goode.

    £592

  • Individually Guided Retreat

    This is a week long silent guided retreat designed to enable those attending to encounter God more deeply. Each day those on the retreat meet with an experienced prayer guides. The prayer guides for this retreat are Rev Drs Catherine Wright, Michèle Hampson and Rhona Knight.

    £1036

  • Praying With Icons

    A retreat led by the Revd Catherine Lomas reflecting on the use of icons as a means for prayer.

    £336