I have tried hard to follow the guidelines of the spiritual life . . . I have failed many times but always tried again, even when I was close to despair. Now, I wonder whether I have sufficiently realised that during all this time God has been trying to find me, to know me, and to love me. The question is not “How am I to find God?” but “How am I to let myself be found by him?” The question is not “How am I to know God?” but “How am I to let myself be known by God?” And, finally, the question is not “How am I to love God?” but “How am I to let myself be loved by God?” God is looking into the distance for me, trying to find me, and longing to bring me home.”
-Henri Nouwen, The Return of the Prodigal Son
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.
Event type: Family Week, Life Issues, Nether Springs Retreat, Spiritual Development