From January to June 2023, alongside our regular, Inner Outer Pilgrimage retreats there will be an expanded series of led retreats; monthly, themed individually guided retreats; a series of ‘group booking’ spaces (which will include opportunities for charitable organisations/ different people groups to come and experience our hospitality within our daily rhythms), a gardening weekend and a series of quiet days.
If your Northumbria Community Group or organisation might be interested in being welcomed for a retreat or a quiet day (see the programme overview for potential availability), please do be in touch with the Nether Springs Office team on 01670 787645 (Monday to Friday 9.30am – 1pm) or by emailing – office@northumbriacommunity.org.
We are pleased to be able to host our series of online, Individually Guided Retreats These retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three, one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide, alongside our monastic rhythms. In the Gospel of John, we find the Beloved […]
A series of 4 Friday evenings, 7.30pm – 9pm (GMT) ‘Lord, I am here, pausing in the middle of the work that is yet to do.’ (From the Eata liturgy, Celtic Daily Prayer.) As we enter Celtic Advent this four-week course offers an opportunity to pause and slow down as we journey towards celebrating Christ’s […]
*Please note. The house is only open to Trustees of the Northumbria Community this weekend.
A series of 4 Friday evenings, 7.30pm – 9pm (GMT) ‘Lord, I am here, pausing in the middle of the work that is yet to do.’ (From the Eata liturgy, Celtic Daily Prayer.) As we enter Celtic Advent this four-week course offers an opportunity to pause and slow down as we journey towards celebrating Christ’s […]
This morning retreat offers space to pause from the activity of daily life and enter into a quiet stillness where we can listen to God and to our lives. Following the monastic rhythm of the day that we find at Nether Springs, we begin with Morning Prayer leading to a couple of hours for solitude […]
Advent is a special time of preparation in the run up to Christmas. We invite you to lean into this more intentional time of waiting. Please note that this will be a hybrid retreat, with some retreatants joining in online. To learn more and book: CLICK HERE Please note that the format of these retreats while […]
I hope for you in the New Year: That the single, most significant dimension of life is your relationship with God who never ceases to sing love songs to your soul … That you make choices and decisions that reflect your truest self … That you find adventure in each new day and marvel at […]
We are pleased to be offering Individually Guided retreats as part of our Nether Springs programme. These retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three, one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide, alongside our monastic rhythms. Spiritual formation is co-operating with the inner work […]
A time for those who lead Northumbria Community Groups around the UK and beyond to gather, encourage one another, and be commissioned for their work in the year ahead. This year we will be holding this event both at Nether Springs, and online. Community Group Leaders and Online Prayer Group Leaders will receive information about […]
This retreat involves both inner pilgrimage – a journey of inner work, silence, study, peace and rest and an opportunity for the ‘Heart alone with God’ – and outer pilgrimage – an opportunity to explore the rich Christian heritage of Northumbria through outer, physical pilgrimage to nearby Celtic Sites. The Nether Springs Chapel, Poustinia, Labyrinth, […]
Individually Guided Retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide alongside our monastic rhythms. In the Gospel of John, we find the Beloved Disciple at the Last Supper, leaning against Jesus, lying on his breast, reclining … […]
This retreat, suitable for all ages, is an opportunity to reflect on the Prodigal story afresh, inspired by writings of Henri Nouwen and rooted in experiential learning in the here-and-now.
As a Companion, Novice or Friend in Community, we invite you to engage, both physically and spiritually, with both soil and soul, in the gardens at Nether Springs. Please be aware that there will be a significant practical element to this weekend. Please note: Because you’ll be donating of your time and energy, the suggested […]
*Please note. The house is only open to Trustees of the Northumbria Community this weekend. Suggested Donation: As a registered charity, The Northumbria Community Trust does not ask for a set fee to cover the cost of a retreat. Instead, we invite donations to support the life and work of the wider Community as a […]
An opportunity to enter imaginatively into the story of this great Northern saint through prayer, creativity, pilgrimage and storytelling. In doing so, we may discover landmarks and signposts for our own journeys. Includes a day trip to either Holy Island or Cuthbert’s Cave. To find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As […]
Open space for individuals or groups to book (other times may also be available). Please enquire via office@northumbriacommunity.org or to find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As a registered charity, The Northumbria Community Trust does not ask for a set fee to cover the cost of a retreat. Instead, we invite donations to […]
A led retreat that explores embracing of a way of life that is open to finding God in all things and all things in God. We’ll draw 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 […]
Easter has always been a special time for the Community to gather. 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 […]
This retreat involves both inner pilgrimage – a journey of inner work, silence, study, peace and rest and an opportunity for the ‘Heart alone with God’ – and outer pilgrimage – an opportunity to explore the rich Christian heritage of Northumbria through outer, physical pilgrimage to nearby Celtic Sites. The Nether Springs Chapel, Poustinia, Labyrinth, […]
Let me rest in Your will and be silent. Then the light of Your joy will warm my life. Its fire will burn in my heart and shine for Your glory. This is what I live for. Amen, Amen. ~Thomas Merton This silent retreat is a time to seek God in the cell of […]
Open space for individuals or groups to book (other times may also be available). Please enquire via office@northumbriacommunity.org or to find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As a registered charity, The Northumbria Community Trust does not ask for a set fee to cover the cost of a retreat. Instead, we invite donations […]
This Friday to Sunday led retreat will include an introduction on the first evening, daily input and the opportunity to join in with the monastic rhythms of the day. It’s easy to see our physical lives progressing from spring through summer and autumn to winter, but our inner life also seems to mirror the changing seasons though not necessarily […]
Irish monks used boats called coracles to travel on the ocean in search of a ‘desert place‘ in which they found God in a new way. One of the most famous of these monks is Brendan, who set out from the West coast of Ireland in search of paradise. During this retreat, we’ll hear some […]
Individually Guided Retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide alongside our monastic rhythms. This is what the LORD says, ‘Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, […]
Open space for individuals or groups to book (other times may also be available). Please enquire via office@northumbriacommunity.org or to find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As a registered charity, The Northumbria Community Trust does not ask for a set fee to cover the cost of a retreat. Instead, we invite donations to […]
*Please note. The house is only open to Trustees of the Northumbria Community this weekend. Suggested Donation: As a registered charity, The Northumbria Community Trust does not ask for a set fee to cover the cost of a retreat. Instead, we invite donations to support the life and work of the wider Community as […]
This retreat involves both inner pilgrimage – a journey of inner work, silence, study, peace and rest and an opportunity for the ‘Heart alone with God’ – and outer pilgrimage – an opportunity to explore the rich Christian heritage of Northumbria through outer, physical pilgrimage to nearby Celtic Sites. The Nether Springs Chapel, Poustinia, Labyrinth, […]
We are pleased to be offering Individually Guided retreats as part of our Nether Springs programme. These retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three, one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide, alongside our monastic rhythms. Spiritual formation is co-operating with the inner work […]
We are pleased to be able to host our series of online, Individually Guided Retreats These retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three, one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide, alongside our monastic rhythms. In the Gospel of John, we find the Beloved […]
We are pleased to be offering Individually Guided retreats as part of our Nether Springs programme. These retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three, one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide, alongside our monastic rhythms. Spiritual formation is co-operating with the inner work […]
Individually Guided Retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide alongside our monastic rhythms. In the Gospel of John, we find the Beloved Disciple at the Last Supper, leaning against Jesus, lying on his breast, reclining … […]
Let me rest in Your will and be silent. Then the light of Your joy will warm my life. Its fire will burn in my heart and shine for Your glory. This is what I live for. Amen, Amen. ~Thomas Merton This silent retreat is a time to seek God in the cell of […]
Individually Guided Retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide alongside our monastic rhythms. This is what the LORD says, ‘Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, […]
We are pleased to be offering Individually Guided retreats as part of our Nether Springs programme. These retreats are suitable for anyone who is interested in exploring God more deeply, on a personal level and include three, one-to-one sessions with a retreat guide, alongside our monastic rhythms. Spiritual formation is co-operating with the inner work […]
A series of 4 Friday evenings, 7.30pm – 9pm (GMT) ‘Lord, I am here, pausing in the middle of the work that is yet to do.’ (From the Eata liturgy, Celtic Daily Prayer.) As we enter Celtic Advent this four-week course offers an opportunity to pause and slow down as we journey towards celebrating Christ’s […]
This retreat, suitable for all ages, is an opportunity to reflect on the Prodigal story afresh, inspired by writings of Henri Nouwen and rooted in experiential learning in the here-and-now.
An opportunity to enter imaginatively into the story of this great Northern saint through prayer, creativity, pilgrimage and storytelling. In doing so, we may discover landmarks and signposts for our own journeys. Includes a day trip to either Holy Island or Cuthbert’s Cave. To find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As […]
Easter has always been a special time for the Community to gather. 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 […]
This Friday to Sunday led retreat will include an introduction on the first evening, daily input and the opportunity to join in with the monastic rhythms of the day. It’s easy to see our physical lives progressing from spring through summer and autumn to winter, but our inner life also seems to mirror the changing seasons though not necessarily […]
Irish monks used boats called coracles to travel on the ocean in search of a ‘desert place‘ in which they found God in a new way. One of the most famous of these monks is Brendan, who set out from the West coast of Ireland in search of paradise. During this retreat, we’ll hear some […]
A series of 4 Friday evenings, 7.30pm – 9pm (GMT) ‘Lord, I am here, pausing in the middle of the work that is yet to do.’ (From the Eata liturgy, Celtic Daily Prayer.) As we enter Celtic Advent this four-week course offers an opportunity to pause and slow down as we journey towards celebrating Christ’s […]
Advent is a special time of preparation in the run up to Christmas. We invite you to lean into this more intentional time of waiting. Please note that this will be a hybrid retreat, with some retreatants joining in online. To learn more and book: CLICK HERE Please note that the format of these retreats while […]
Easter has always been a special time for the Community to gather. 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 […]
This morning retreat offers space to pause from the activity of daily life and enter into a quiet stillness where we can listen to God and to our lives. Following the monastic rhythm of the day that we find at Nether Springs, we begin with Morning Prayer leading to a couple of hours for solitude […]
As a Companion, Novice or Friend in Community, we invite you to engage, both physically and spiritually, with both soil and soul, in the gardens at Nether Springs. Please be aware that there will be a significant practical element to this weekend. Please note: Because you’ll be donating of your time and energy, the suggested […]
I hope for you in the New Year: That the single, most significant dimension of life is your relationship with God who never ceases to sing love songs to your soul … That you make choices and decisions that reflect your truest self … That you find adventure in each new day and marvel at […]
This retreat involves both inner pilgrimage – a journey of inner work, silence, study, peace and rest and an opportunity for the ‘Heart alone with God’ – and outer pilgrimage – an opportunity to explore the rich Christian heritage of Northumbria through outer, physical pilgrimage to nearby Celtic Sites. The Nether Springs Chapel, Poustinia, Labyrinth, […]
Open space for individuals or groups to book (other times may also be available). Please enquire via office@northumbriacommunity.org or to find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As a registered charity, The Northumbria Community Trust does not ask for a set fee to cover the cost of a retreat. Instead, we invite donations to […]
A led retreat that explores embracing of a way of life that is open to finding God in all things and all things in God. We’ll draw 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 […]
This retreat involves both inner pilgrimage – a journey of inner work, silence, study, peace and rest and an opportunity for the ‘Heart alone with God’ – and outer pilgrimage – an opportunity to explore the rich Christian heritage of Northumbria through outer, physical pilgrimage to nearby Celtic Sites. The Nether Springs Chapel, Poustinia, Labyrinth, […]
Open space for individuals or groups to book (other times may also be available). Please enquire via office@northumbriacommunity.org or to find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As a registered charity, The Northumbria Community Trust does not ask for a set fee to cover the cost of a retreat. Instead, we invite donations […]
Open space for individuals or groups to book (other times may also be available). Please enquire via office@northumbriacommunity.org or to find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As a registered charity, The Northumbria Community Trust does not ask for a set fee to cover the cost of a retreat. Instead, we invite donations to […]
This retreat involves both inner pilgrimage – a journey of inner work, silence, study, peace and rest and an opportunity for the ‘Heart alone with God’ – and outer pilgrimage – an opportunity to explore the rich Christian heritage of Northumbria through outer, physical pilgrimage to nearby Celtic Sites. The Nether Springs Chapel, Poustinia, Labyrinth, […]
This retreat, suitable for all ages, is an opportunity to reflect on the Prodigal story afresh, inspired by writings of Henri Nouwen and rooted in experiential learning in the here-and-now.
This retreat, suitable for all ages, is an opportunity to reflect on the Prodigal story afresh, inspired by writings of Henri Nouwen and rooted in experiential learning in the here-and-now.
An opportunity to enter imaginatively into the story of this great Northern saint through prayer, creativity, pilgrimage and storytelling. In doing so, we may discover landmarks and signposts for our own journeys. Includes a day trip to either Holy Island or Cuthbert’s Cave. To find out more and book a place: CLICK HERE Suggested Donation: As […]
Irish monks used boats called coracles to travel on the ocean in search of a ‘desert place‘ in which they found God in a new way. One of the most famous of these monks is Brendan, who set out from the West coast of Ireland in search of paradise. During this retreat, we’ll hear some […]