7 – 10 December (Monday to Thursday)
Inner/Outer Pilgrimage (Nether Springs)
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’ staying full-board in an ensuite room – and outer pilgrimage. We have been working on resources to help those on retreat to explore the rich Christian heritage of Northumbria through outer, physical pilgrimage to nearby Celtic Sites. The Nether Springs Chapel, Poustinia, Labyrinth, gardens and woods and local country and coastal walks are available to all guests and provide time with God in Creation and space for the inner-outer pilgrimage as well.
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Suggested donation: £285
11 – 13 December (Friday to Sunday)
Still Point in a Turning World (Nether Springs)
At the still point of the turning world… Except for the point, the still point, there would be no dance, and there is only the dance.’ ~ T.S. Eliot
This retreat offers you the opportunity to be still. To spend time with God within the daily life and rhythm of the community at Nether Springs. No set programme or teaching is provided, apart from an introduction on the first night and a closing reflection. It is simply time to be still, quiet, connection be yourself.
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Suggested donation: £190
14 – 17 December (Monday to Thursday)
Individually Guided Retreat (IGR) Silence (Nether Springs)
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 your own heart, in a community of fellow seekers. Each retreatant will be paired with a companion on the journey from whom they can receive individual support and guidance. Apart from the session of spiritual accompaniment each morning, we will seek God in silence.
Interested in this retreat? Use this link to complete your booking form
Suggested donation: £330
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Event type: Advent, Lent & Easter, Individual Guided Retreats, Life Issues, Retreats at Nether Springs, Spiritual Development