Upcoming Retreats:
Tending the Holy For Spiritual directors/mentors/companions
2010, 11 March [Thur 10.30am- 4pm]
Led by John Ford and Sue Cash
Donations only, light lunch supplied For Spiritual directors/mentors/companions
who currently accompany others on their
faith journey or are exploring this
ministry within any denomination or
churchmanship. The day will include input,
personal reflection and dialogue. You will
be encouraged to enter into your own
spiritual journey in creative and symbolic
ways.Explore a spirit of open enquiry and
the ‘uncomfortable questions’ we all face
in this ministry.
What’s behind the The Shack? A monthly conversation group
2010, 12 March [Fri 2- 4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann
No charge, any donations gratefully received A monthly conversation group for anyone
wanting to explore, and perhaps wrestle
with,the timeless questions raised in
William Paul Young’s book ‘The Shack’. A
range of resources will be used to delve
deeper into the issues we encounter along
the way. This will be a generous and safe
space to share your thoughts, ask questions
and seek answers.
Place me with your son 2010, 13 March [Sat 10am-4pm]
Led by Sue Cash
£32 including meal and refreshments A day in Lent to find peace and stillness in
order to explore the paschal mystery and
journey in each person’s life.
What’s behind the The Shack? 2010, 9 April [Fri 2- 4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann
no charge, any donations gratefully received [see 10 December]
Benedictus …. A blessing on your head 2010, 10 April [Sat 10am-4pm]
Led by Sue Cash
£32 including meal and refreshments In our turbulent and fragmented world, it is
becoming increasingly necessary for
individuals to invoke blessing upon it. Take
time out to create benediction for others as
well as savouring the blessings of your own
life.
The same yesterday, today and forever 2010, 12-16 April [4pm Mon-2.30pm Fri]
Led by Jennifer Rees Larcombe
£235 full board, £95 non-residential Look back at your spiritual life so far,
take stock of the present and look into the
future with Jesus. This retreat has a
devotional focus and offers opportunities to
look at, and deal with, regrets, fears and
frustrations.
Renewing your spiritual vision For those in full-time Christian ministry in
the UK or overseas
2010, 19 - 21 April [4pm Mon - 2.30pm Wed]
Led by Charles Woods
£235 full board, £95 non-residential Time to meet with the Lord, lay down any
burdens and weariness of ministry and be
restored and refreshed before returning to
your current life situation. There will be
times of ministry from the word, personal
reflection and prayer ministry. One to one
sessions will also be available for all who
opt for this.
Exploring spirituality and religion... ..partners or rivals?
2010, 9-11 May [4pm Sun-2.30pm Tue]
Led by Pam Mather
£130 Full board or £60 non-residential Explore your understanding of spirituality
and religion and where God is in this. Along
the way take time to look at your image of
God, your faith journey and your prayer
life. The day will include times for group
discussion and silent reflection.
What’s behind the The Shack? A monthly conversation group
2010, 21 May [Fri 2- 4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann
no charge, any donations gratefully received [see 10 December]
Healing life’s hurts For those connected with UK or overseas
mission
2010, 3-6 June [4pm Thur-2pm Sun]
Led by Holly Holman
£195 full board, £100 non-residential Take time to consider how some of life's
wounds, and our reactions to them, can act
as barriers to God's love. Explore the
nature of healing and the way in which it
enables us to grow deeper into God's love
and life.
Julian Day – Waiting on God in silence 2010,14 June [Mon 10am-4pm]
Led by Anne Stamper
£30 including meal and refreshments A look at the life and writings of Julian
of Norwich and an introduction to silent
contemplative prayer. The day will begin
and end with worship and will include
three separate half hours of group
silence, each introduced in a different
way. Opportunities to share and to discuss
future possibilities, including advice on
how to start a Julian Meeting for those
who wish it.
New Directions For those returning to live in the UK
after ministry overseas or for an extended
home assignment.
2010, 14-17 June [4pm Mon – 2.30pm Thur]
Led by Tony Horsfall & Debbie Hawker
£250 full board or £160 non-residential ‘Unpack’ the transitional process and issues
around re-adjustment in a context of
reflection and prayer, and individual
accompaniment if requested. Financial advice
will also be available on the Wednesday.
Click here for more details (PDF format)
“What is all this juice and all this joy?” (GM Hop 2010, 19 June [Sat 10am-4pm]
Led by Sue Cash
£32 including meal and refreshments A renewal day for the world-weary to help
you to slow down, become aware and come into
the present moment. Take a risk and dare to
rejoice in the joy of being alive!
Guided Quiet Day with opportunities for one-to-one support if
required.
2010, 21 June [10am-4 pm]
Led by Pam Mather
£30 including meal and refreshments Set this time aside to rest in God’s
presence, seek God’s guidance and hear God’s
voice.
What’s behind the The Shack? 2010, 25 June [Fri 2-4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann
no charge, any donations gratefully received [see 10 December]
Contemplative Camera 2010, 25-27 June [4pm Fri-2.30pm Sun]
Led by Revd Susan Blagden
£190 full board or £110 non-residential Deepen your practice of contemplative
prayer using the camera as a tool. A
retreat about creativity and fun as well
as exploring the Christian mystical
tradition and the use of silence. No
previous experience of prayer or
photography is necessary but a willingness
to learn and use of the camera are
essential components. Come and find out
how prayer deepens photography and
photography deepens prayer! Please bring a
camera no matter how basic. This is not a
technical photography retreat.
Praying the Jesus Prayer 2010, 4-6 July [4pm Sun-2.30pm Tues]
Led by Bishop Simon Barrington Ward
£150 full board, £90 non-residential Learn about this ancient Christian form of
prayer. Be guided in praying the prayer
individually and as part of a group. Mostly
in silence, this retreat will include some
additions since Bishop Simon last led
‘Praying the Jesus Prayer’ at Penhurst in
2008.
What’s behind the The Shack? 2010, 9 July [Fri 2-4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann [see 10 December]
Myers Briggs and my Other Self You need to have completed a Basic MBTI
and have an understanding of the theory as
well as knowledge of your own type.
2010, 9-12 July [4pm Fri-2.30pm Sun]
Led by Sue Jackson & Valerie Pearce
£170 full board or £110 non-residential An opportunity to explore how the least
preferred parts of our personalities affect
our lives.
Creative ways in painting and prayer 2010, 12-15 July [ 4pm Mon-2.30pm Thur]
Led by Jenny Cooper
£175 full board, £85 non-residential Discover/deepen your experience of the joy
of watercolour painting and seek God afresh.
Suitable for all [including beginners]
A taster day in Ignatian spirituality A day for people without previous
experience of Ignatian spirituality
2010, 31 July [Sat 10am-4pm]
Led by Sue Cash
£32 including meal and refreshments On the feast day of St Ignatius come and
discover a hands-on, earthed spirituality
which leads to a discerning heart. It will
be particularly helpful for those involved
in the ministry of spiritual accompaniment.
Accompanied Silent Retreat 2010, 16-19 August [4pm Mon-2.30pm Thur]
Led by Valerie Pearce
£175 full board or £75 non-residential Valerie will be available to meet with you
daily. There is no coercion in this: she
will listen with respect and without
judgement, and offer suggestions, which you
are free to follow or set aside. You may
simply want to use this as time alone with
God in silence.
Working from a place of rest For those connected with UK or overseas
mission
2010, 23-27 August [4pm Mon - 2.30pm Fri]
Led by Tony Horsfall
£270 full board or £150 non-residential This retreat will follow the theme of
Tony’s latest book of the same title.
Based on John 4, it will look at the
pattern which Jesus gives us for
sustaining and enjoying ministry over the
long haul. Themes to be covered include -
the journey we are on; overcoming
tiredness and finding rest; satisfying
your spiritual thirst; watching God at
work. There will be reflective worship,
times of quiet, and personal accompaniment
if required.
X & Y [Men’s Retreat] 2010, 3-5 Sept [4pm Fri-2.30pm Sun]
Led by Richard Hann and the men of
Ashburnham & Penhurst
£130 full board or £60 non-residential A retreat for Christian men to explore their
true, God-given nature. A weekend with
Jesus at its centre and opportunities for
outdoor activities, fun, teaching, worship
and discussion.
A serious lightness of being 2010, 7-9 September [4pm Tues-2.30pm Thur]
Led by Pen Wilcock
£130 full board, £65 non-residential A retreat for people interested in Gospel
simplicity, walking lightly on the Earth
and staying free of material encumbrances
with a view to making their lives count
for good in the world. Take some time out
to consider downsizing and de-cluttering,
the amazing power inherent in sharing,
freedom and flexibility, maintaining
lifestyle boundaries, the Thrall of Mammon
and the Kingdom of Christ. Discuss and
share tips, wheezes and gadgets for
frugal, Earth-friendly, uncomplicated
living.
What’s behind the The Shack? 2010, 10 Sept [Fri 2-4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann
no charge, any donations gratefully received [see 10 December]
Prayer and painting 2010, 13 September [Mon 10am–4.30pm]
Led by Anne Stamper
£30 with lunch and refreshment The day start with morning prayer followed
by a talk by Anne entitled 'My painting,
my faith', with supporting images. This
will lead into personal time for art work,
during which Anne will play an active
part. There will be some art materials
available but participants can bring their
own. At the end of the day, those who wish
to can share their work and discuss how
pictures can aid prayer. The day will end
with worship.
Fire in the belly – the retrieval of passion For women working in the church and in
pastoral and spiritual ministry
2010, 18 September [Sat 10am-4pm]
Led by Sue Cash
£32 including meal and refreshments A creative day for women working in the
institutional church and in pastoral and
spiritual ministry of all kinds, to explore
and reclaim their energy as visionaries of
passion.
Am I called? A training retreat for those wishing to
explore the retreat ministry
27 Sept – 1 Oct [4pm Mon-2.30pm Fri]
Led by John Ford
£220 full board or £100 non-residential The course will be both taught and
experiential and will include tools for
retreat leaders, retreat experiences,
discussions and an exercise in planning a
retreat.
Myers Briggs, The Spiritual Journey You need to have completed a Basic MBTI
course to attend
2010, 1-3 Oct [4pm Fri-2.30pm Sun]
Led by Sue Jackson & Valerie Pearce
£170 full board or £110 non-residential How do you best commune with God? Explore
different areas of spiritual life and the
way that it relates to our personality type.
What’s behind the The Shack? 2010, 15 Oct [Fri 2-4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann
no charge, any donations gratefully received [see 10 December]
New Directions For those returning to live in the UK
after ministry overseas or for an extended
home assignment.
2010, 15-18 October [4pm Fri - 2.30pm Mon]
Led by Mike Frith
£250 full board or £160 non-residential ‘Unpack’ the transitional process and issues
around re-adjustment in a context of
reflection and prayer, and individual
accompaniment if requested. Financial advice
will also be available on the Monday.
Click here for more details (PDF format)
Flying Free with God 2010, 4 November [Thur 10am-4pm]
Led by Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson
£10 – bring your own lunch Join Marilyn and Tracy for this special day
of worship and teaching. Draw close to the
heart of God and open up to His healing
touch. Take the opportunity to have prayer
ministry or time to be quiet with God.
What’s behind the The Shack? 2010, 12 Nov [Fri 2-4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann
no charge, any donations gratefully received [see 10 December]
Come stir the fire, sit close to the glow Women's Reteat
2010, 12-13 November [Fri 4.30pm–Sat 4pm]
Led by Sue Cash
£85 full board or £55 non-residential A 24 hour retreat for women to befriend,
support and enlighten each other and explore
and share the sacred story of the search for
meaning and sense of purpose in your lives.
This will be a time to rediscover inner
wisdom in a gentle and welcoming atmosphere.
Praying with Rublev’s Icon 2010, 20-21 November [4pm Sat-4pm Sun]
Led by Rosie Featherstone
£65 full board or £35 non-residential Explore how we (as individuals) relate to
the persons of the trinity. There will be
times of teaching and sharing as well as
group and individual reflection.
Living the cross - following Jesus into his world 2010, 22-25 November [4pm Mon – 2.30pm Thur
Led by Chris Neal]
£195 full board or £100 non-residential The call of Jesus is to follow him into
his world and with him to share in the
mission purposes of the Father. As we look
at the ministry of Jesus there must be the
recognition he calls not only to a radical
life-style but to one which is costly .
During our time together we will explore
the letter of Paul to the Philippians and
discover afresh what it means to life a
life shaped by the Cross of Christ.
O Come, O Come Emmanuel 2010, 4 Dec [Sat 10am-4pm]
Led by Sue Cash
£32 including meal and refreshments Using the traditional and contemporary ‘O
antiphons’ explore the coming of God into
the ordinary of our daily lives during this
waiting time of Advent. There will be times
of quiet and sharing, poetry, music and
scripture throughout the day.
What’s behind the The Shack? 2010, 10 Dec [Fri 2-4pm]
Led by Richard and Storm Hann
no charge, any donations gratefully received A monthly conversation group for anyone
wanting to explore, and perhaps wrestle
with, the timeless questions raised in
William Paul Young’s book ‘The Shack’. A
range of resources will be used to delve
deeper into the issues we encounter along
the way. This will be a generous and safe
space to share your thoughts, ask questions
and seek answers.
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