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SUMMARY:February Quiet Day: The Psalms as Poetry
DESCRIPTION:“The Psalms as Poetry” – A Quiet Day at Launde Abbey\nDiscover the timeless beauty of the Psalms as works of sacred poetry in the peaceful setting of Launde Abbey. These ancient songs have captured the human experience of faith for thousands of years\, expressing everything from profound joy to deep lament through richly crafted imagery and metaphor. \nLed by Chris Webb\, this quiet day will help you experience the Psalms in a new light\, enriching both your literary appreciation and spiritual journey. We’ll delve into their vivid imagery\, rhythmic patterns\, and poetic devices\, discovering how their careful crafting enhances their spiritual power. And through guided reflection\, silence\, prayer and reflection you’ll have a chance to seek fresh insights into these treasured verses. \nChris is an Anglican priest\, author\, speaker and teacher dedicated to helping people experience a richer walk with God by growing in prayer and the spiritual life. He has ministered in a wide variety of contexts: as president of Renovaré\, a spiritual formation ministry in the USA; as parish priest in Welsh farming communities and steelworking towns; and even in a church for the homeless. Chris is the author of two books: The Fire of the Word (2011) and God-Soaked Life (2017). \nQuiet Day price: £46 includes lunch and coffee and tea throughout the day.\nWhy not think about extending your time at Launde by staying overnight after the event.  Check for availability and a quote when you contact us.\n\n\n \n\nYes – I’d like to take part in this Quiet Day!  (Please complete this form to request a place.) \n\n[contact-form-7 id=”e1c7918″ title=”Quiet Day 03-02-25″]
URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/februaryquietday/
CATEGORIES:Quiet Days
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SUMMARY:Rural Mission Hub at Launde Abbey
DESCRIPTION:We’re building a community of rural pioneers in the East Midlands. Come and join our regular gatherings for some much-needed prayer\, support and encouragement! \nRural Mission Hub: 6th February 2025\nAre you engaged in pioneering ministry in a rural context? Looking for some quality time with colleagues to share and pray together? Launde Abbey and Rural Ministries are holding a Rural Mission Hub event at Launde to create space for engagement and reflection. \nThis rural mission hub day includes led reflection\, time for personal prayer\, mutual learning\, shared wisdom and companionship with others in rural pioneering ministry.  It will be run jointly by members of the Launde Abbey Community and the Rural Ministries team. \nEach Rural Mission Hub gathering is at a special price of £12\, which includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day.  The special price for this event is made possible by financial support from Rural Ministries.  \nThe Rural Mission Hub at Launde Abbey is a partnership between Launde Abbey and Rural Ministries. \n\nYes! I’m interested in attending the Rural Mission Hub …\nCall us on 01572 717254
URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/ruralmissionhub-february2025/
CATEGORIES:Rural Mission Hub
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SUMMARY:Living with Loss ***A FEW PLACES REMAINING***
DESCRIPTION:book now\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave you been struggling since the death of your loved one? \nCome and join with others who have also experienced life-changing loss through bereavement. The aim of this supported retreat is to help you cope with your grief. Through a creative variety of activities\, including led sessions\, discussions and quiet reflection\, we explore the journey of grief\, with a focus on finding a way forward in the changed circumstances that are the result of bereavement. It includes a special time of candle-lighting remembrance. This is a gentle retreat with a Christian perspective\, sensitively led by Abi May and team\, suitable for those who have lost a husband or wife\, children or other close family members\, or who have suffered multiple losses. \nAbi May runs the ‘Living with Loss’ project\, which is a member of the National Bereavement Alliance.  She is an experienced retreat leader\, bereavement author and educator\, as well as being a bereaved mother. Her grief support retreats and training courses have been held in locations throughout the UK as well as online since 2016. Find out more: www.livingwithloss.co.uk \nWatch interviews with Abi and the Living with Loss project participants on this Songs of Praise “Faith and Grief” episode filmed at Launde Abbey\, broadcast on 15 January 2023: You can view the programme here  \nSome kind words from previous retreatants: \n“The content of the bereavement sessions was excellent and the approach varied\, interactive and all very clearly presented.” \n“I thought Abi led the sessions with sensitivity and compassion.” \n“This was a first-class retreat which I found extremely helpful.” \n“I had no idea\, really\, what to expect this week. I am returning home feeling assured that I will survive and continue to take ‘small steps’ on my journey.”  \nRetreat price: £495 (standard room) or £540 (character room)EARLY BIRD RATE: £465 (standard room) or £510 (character room) if booked by 29th November 2024!Price includes en-suite accommodation\, all meals\, and all retreat resources. It may be possible for you to extend your stay with us by adding an extra night before or after this retreat. Please contact the Abbey directly if you would like to extend your stay. \nPlease complete and return the ‘Retreat Questionnaire‘ as soon as possible to the retreat leader at livingwithloss@btinternet.com after you have booked your place. **CLICK TO DOWNLOAD**     \nClick here to book your place on this retreat now: \n\n\n\nBOOK NOW\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor any questions\, or queries or if you’d like to know more\, please call  01572 717254 or alternatively email us: info@launde.org.uk
URL:https://www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/livingwithloss2025/
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