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Here's the schedule of what's on over the coming months at Nether Springs, but guests are welcome to come for space and stillness without having to engage in any of the programmed retreats.  If you want to enquire further, or find out about making a booking, then please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

The schedule is set out monthly, but a complete list for the whole year is also available, after December's entry. 

MayThePeaceFeaturedSeeing a stranger approach,
I would put food in the eating place,
drink in the drinking place,
music in the listening place,
and look with joy for the blessing of God,
who often comes to my home
in the blessing of a stranger.

The Nether Springs is the 'Mother House' of the Northumbria Community, situated just outside of Felton, Northumberland.  The facility consists of converted farm buildings, four-sides around a courtyard, not unlike a traditional medieval monastery.  The rooms are spacious and comfortable.  We have nine ensuite rooms that can be set with twin beds or a super-king, and one larger ensuite room that is designated as a family room.  The house is wheelchair user-friendly and one of the ensuite bedrooms is wheel-chair accessible.  We have space for twenty-two guests to spend the night.

It is home to a small team of resident Community companions, who in the context of seeking God themselves, help keep the home running smoothly and facilitate retreats for guests.

It's possible to come on a 'programmed' retreat, where we focus on a particular theme or to come with just to be and have some quiet space.  See the Staying at Nether Springs article for information about visiting the Mother House.

 

What's on at Nether Springs February 2012

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Jan. 30-Feb. 2 Mon—Thur     BE STILL AND KNOW                 £145
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
03-05 Fri—Sun         COMMUNITY INTRODUCTION               £120
An introductory weekend outlining the history, vocation and novitiate process of the Northumbria Community. An essential weekend for all who want to explore their relationship with the Community.
Please note: participation in the Friday evening session is essential.
 
06-09 Mon—Thur     BEING WHO YOU ARE: Individually-Guided Retreat         £165
Spiritual formation is cooperating with the inner work of transformation the Spirit of God is seeking to accomplish in you. The Spirit’s purpose is not to turn you into a different person, but to make you into the best ‘you’ that you can be. An opportunity to explore, with the support of your retreat guide such questions as: What helps you to be more the person you believe God has made you to be? What is squeezing you into a mould and hindering you from being who you really are? How well do the roles you play and the responsibilities you carry fit with the person you are?
 
10-12 Fri—Sun    FOLLOW THE EXAMPLE: AIDAN             £125
Aidan traveled from the Isle of Iona to Northumberland at the request of King Oswald to bring the light of the Gospel to this land. He was known for speaking out courageously, wisely, and yet also graciously, living with simplicity and giving with extraordinary generosity to those in need. This led retreat will celebrate through story, liturgy and a pilgrimage to Holy Island the example of St Aidan for missional living today.
 
13-16 Mon—Thur     HEART, HOME AND HOSPITALITY               £165
If you would like to explore how to live out the value of hospitality in the context of your own home, this retreat is for you.   We will have chances to share information and inspirations, reflect on Biblical hospitality, learn more about new initiatives, and explore connections.
 
17-19 Fri—Sun    BE STILL AND KNOW                 £100
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
20-23   Mon—Thur     SEEKING GOD AT THE CROSSROADS:
                                            An Individually Guided Retreat           £165                      
‘This is what the LORD says, "Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls.”’ ~Jeremiah 6:16
 
A chance to reflect on life-transitions with someone who will listen with you to God’s work at the crossroads. You may also, of course, choose to explore other themes with your retreat guide.
 
24-26 Fri—Sun        HOUSE CLOSED
 
27-March 1 Mon—Thur     BE STILL AND KNOW                 £145
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 

What's on at Nether Springs March 2012

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 2-4 Fri—Sun     GENERAL CHAPTER         Donation
Our General Chapter happens twice a year and is the collective meeting together of the Overseers with the Provincials, Trustees and with invited others who have some experience with the matters being discussed.
 
05-08 Mon—Thur       LISTENING TO THE HEARTBEAT OF GOD:  
Individually-Guided Retreat      £165
In the Gospel of John, we find the Beloved Disciple at the Last Supper, leaning against Jesus, lying on his breast, reclining… presumably he was near enough to hear his heartbeat, if he chose to listen. This is a time to receive individual support and guidance as you to draw near to Christ as his Beloved One.
 
09-11 Fri—Sun     BE STILL AND KNOW                 £100
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
12-15 Mon—Thur     RE-HABITING THE CHURCH     £165
‘The renewal of the church will come from a new type of monasticism which only has in common with the old an uncompromising allegiance to the Sermon on the Mount. It is high time men and women banded together to do this’. ~Dietrich Bonhoeffer.
 
This retreat will explore how new monastic spirituality can shape and inform faith, church and society in the 21st century.
 
16-18 Fri—Sun              GIVEN FOR LIFE                     £120
Growing in knowledge of ourselves goes hand-in-hand with growing in knowledge of God. This retreat offers a well-tested and well-received tool for understanding our ‘motivational gift.’   What is it that motivates our personality, choices, and relationships with others?   The retreat draws from a book of the same title and is based on Romans 12:1-8, verses which outline God's unique design and motivational gifting for each individual.
 
19-22 Mon—Thur BEING WHO YOU ARE: Individually-Guided Retreat         £165
Spiritual formation is cooperating with the inner work of transformation the Spirit of God is seeking to accomplish in you. The Spirit’s purpose is not to turn you into a different person, but to make you into the best ‘you’ that you can be. An opportunity to explore, with the support of your retreat guide such questions as: ‘What helps you to be more the person you believe God has made you to be?’ ‘ What is squeezing you into a mould and hindering you from being who you really are?’ ‘How well do the roles you play and the responsibilities you carry fit with the person you are?’ You may also, of course, choose to explore other themes with your retreat guide.
 
23-25 Fri—Sun HOUSE CLOSED
 
26-29 Mon—Thur     BE STILL AND KNOW                 £145
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
30-01 Fri—Sun          COMMUNITY INTRODUCTION                  £120
An introductory weekend outlining the history, vocation and novitiate process of the Northumbria Community. An essential weekend for all who want to explore their relationship with the Community.
Please note: participation in the Friday evening session is essential.
 

What's on at Nether Springs April 2012

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02-04 Mon—Weds TEAM PREPARATION FOR EASTER WORKSHOP
 
05-09 Thur—Mon (am)       EASTER WORKSHOP
Easter has always been a special time for the Community to gather—alone and together! The Easter narrative draws us into Christ’s life, death & resurrection. He gives us ‐ individually and as a Community ‐ our identity, our life and our future.
 
This is a time for all of us to explore our journey of faith and for companions to renew their vows. In addition to a workshop at Nether Springs, there will be local gatherings throughout the UK and beyond. Please check the website and newsletter for more details closer to the event.
 
09-12 Mon—Thur   BE STILL AND KNOW                 £145
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
 
13-15 Fri—Sun      MEN’S SPIRITUALITY                     £120
What does spirituality for men in the 21st century look like? 
 Join with James (Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist specialising in working with men and also a Companion of the Northumbria Community) and other men to grow in awareness, authenticity, tenderness and wholeness in your journey with Christ.
 
16-22 Mon—Sun HOUSE CLOSED
 
23-26  Mon—Thur     SEEKING GOD AT THE CROSSROADS:  An Individually Guided Retreat           £165                      
‘This is what the LORD says, "Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls.”’ ~Jeremiah 6:16
 
A chance to reflect on life-transitions with someone who will listen with you to God’s work at the crossroads. You may also, of course, choose to explore other themes with your retreat guide.
 
27-29 Fri—Sun BE STILL AND KNOW                 £100
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 

What's on at Nether Springs May 2012

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 30-May 3   Mon—Thur     BE STILL AND KNOW                 £100
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
04-10 Fri—Thur GROUP BOOKING (House Full)
 
11-12 Fri—Sat RENOVARÉ BOARD MEETING (House Full)
 
14-17 Mon—Thurs TOWARDS SIMPLICITY
‘Help me to know that the secret of contentment lies in organizing the self in the direction of simplicity.’   ~Hild Liturgy, Celtic Daily Prayer
 
This led retreat is an opportunity to focus on the spiritual discipline of Simplicity, both inner and outer. We will be drawing on the teachings of Richard Rohr and Richard Foster and exploring together how this wisdom can be lived out in our everyday lives. If the traditional monastic vow of poverty can be translated in ‘new monasticism’ as simplicity, what does that mean for us?
 
18-20 Fri—Sun      BE STILL AND KNOW                 £145
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.

 
21-24 Mon—Thur       LISTENING TO THE HEARTBEAT OF GOD:    
Individually Guided Retreat     £165
In the Gospel of John, we find the Beloved Disciple at the Last Supper, leaning against Jesus, lying on his breast, reclining… presumably he was near enough to hear his heartbeat, if he chose to listen. This is a time to receive individual support and guidance as you to draw near to Christ as his Beloved One.
 
25-27 Fri—Sun HOUSE CLOSED
 
28-June 3 Mon—Sun   FOLLOW IN THE FOOTSTEPS: A JOURNEY WITH ST. OSWALD          £300 
A chance to explore the story of St. Oswald and make a guided pilgrimage from Nether Springs to Holy Island along St. Oswald's Way. This is not an ordinary walking holiday but an opportunity to make an inner journey whilst walking the outer journey. Pilgrims will keep the daily office of prayer and will spend each night at Nether Springs.
Please note: Ability to walk at least 14 miles a day and appropriate walking gear is essential.
 

What's on at Nether Springs June 2012

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 04-07 Mon—Thurs     LEADERSHIP SCHOOL:  Missional Leadership                             £165
Designed for those in church leadership, this relaxed week will explore aspects of missional leadership with practical applications to leading churches and communities missionally. The school will provide an opportunity to study, share, pray and also explore the beautiful area of Northumberland. Join Roy Searle and Craig Millward who will be leading and facilitating the school.
 
8-10 Fri—Sun A ROCHA RESEARCH TEAM (House Full)
 
11-14 Mon—Thur COMMUNITY INTRODUCTION                    £165
An introductory week outlining the history, vocation and novitiate process of the Northumbria Community. An essential week for all who want to explore their relationship with the Community.  Retreat includes a pilgrimage on Wednesday.
Please note: participation in the Monday evening session is essential.
 
15-17 Fri—Sun BE STILL AND KNOW                 £100
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
18-21 Mon—Thur BEING WHO YOU ARE: Individually-Guided Retreat         £165
Spiritual formation is cooperating with the inner work of transformation the Spirit of God is seeking to accomplish in you. The Spirit’s purpose is not to turn you into a different person, but to make you into the best ‘you’ that you can be. An opportunity to explore, with the support of your retreat guide such questions as: ‘What helps you to be more the person you believe God has made you to be?’ ‘ What is squeezing you into a mould and hindering you from being who you really are?’ ‘How well do the roles you play and the responsibilities you carry fit with the person you are?’ You may also, of course, choose to explore other themes with your retreat guide.
 
22-24 Fri—Sun HOUSE CLOSED
 
25-28   Mon—Thur     BE STILL AND KNOW                 £145
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
29-July 1 Fri—Sun     LIVING IN GOD’S PLOT       £120
“Do you think God is sleeping on a pillow in heaven?
…God is wholly present in all creation, in every corner, behind and before you”.   ~Martin Luther
 
Come and touch the earth and reflect on the presence of God in Creation. A retreat exploring the place of Creation in Christian spirituality.
 

What's on at Nether Springs July 2012

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02-05 Mon—Thur      CONTEMPLATIVE AWARENESS             £165
A led retreat that draws on the wisdom of Celtic Spirituality to help us learn to see the simplest of daily tasks as a sacrament. We will explore aspects of contemplative life and prayer and how these can be expressed in everyday ordinariness.
 
 
06-08 Fri—Sun                NOVICES RETREAT                                 £90
This retreat gives those who are Novices of the Northumbria Community a chance to come together and share with one another and with the Companions at Nether Springs the joys, struggles and learnings on the journey toward Companionship.
 
9-15 Mon—Sun   GROUP BOOKING, but still space in house
 
16-19 Mon-Thur    SEEKING GOD AT THE CROSSROADS: An Individually Guided Retreat           £165                      
‘This is what the LORD says, "Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls.”’ ~Jeremiah 6:16
A chance to reflect on life-transitions with someone who will listen with you to God’s work at the crossroads. You may also, of course, choose to explore other themes with your retreat guide.
 
 
20-22 Fri—Sun    BE STILL AND KNOW                 £100
An opportunity to seek God through quiet personal reflection around the rhythm of the day, giving time and space for stillness with self and God. This retreat does not include daily input, but an introductory session and access to resources for personal use are provided.
 
23-26 Mon—Thur         STORYTELLING WORKSHOP           £165
One of the things the Northumbria Community loves to do is tell stories. Come and join with some of our more experienced storytellers to grow in your own skills of weaving a tale. All levels of experience/confidence are welcome.
 
27-29 Fri—Sun HOUSE CLOSED
 
30-Aug.2 Mon—Thur     ROOTED AND GROUNDED IN LOVE     £165
God’s design for us is to find wholeness, freedom, and purpose.   Using tools gleaned from Christian Life-Coaches, we’ll explore ways Christ seeks to transform us into the people we’re created to be and the role of emotions in bringing our hearts home to God.
 
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