February 2012 |
20 - 24 February
Monday - Friday |
speaker:
Roger & Christine Day
We are pleased to host this retreat run by Roger and Christine Day.
Gentle, emotional and spiritual support will be on hand for those who are sick and tired of being sick and tired!
A retreat for charity workers, mission partners, church leaders, and anyone going through a difficult time or at a crossroads in their life or ministry. To book for this retreat contact Roger and Christine via their website: www.brookcreativetherapy.com
Residential price: £325.00
Non-residential price: £190.00 |
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25 February
Saturday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
A quiet and reflective, (but not totally silent!) day in Lent in which to delight in scripture, poetry and music. Allow yourself to be enfolded in a more intimate awareness of God’s loving presence and warm your sense of being beloved.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £32.00 |
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29 February
Wednesday |
Julian Meetings foster the practice and teaching of meditation and contemplative prayer within the Christian tradition. They encourage people to practice contemplative prayer in their daily lives, and to explore ways of doing this which is appropriate for them. This group aims to meet once a month [usually on a Thursday].
No charge. Donations towards the cost of refreshments gratefully received.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: TBC |
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March 2012 |
1 March
Thursday |
speakers:
Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson
Marilyn and Tracey explore the keys to entering God's presence and receiving His love, through music and teaching. There will be time for individual prayer ministry during the day. Refreshments are available throughout the day but no meals are provided. Bring your own sandwiches and make a donation towards the work of the Centre. A minimum of £10 per person is suggested.
Residential price: TBC
Non-residential price: £10.00 |
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1 March
Thursday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
Join us in March and early April for a series of prayer sessions on Thursdays from 2 - 4.30pm [excluding Thursday 29 March] and MAKE A JOURNEY INTO LOVE...take time to listen to the voice of divine love in the depths of your being and enter into a special time and space for stillness, quiet solitude, community and fellowship.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £5.00 |
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8 March
Thursday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
Join us in March and early April for a series of prayer sessions on Thursdays from 2 - 4.30pm [excluding Thursday 29 March] and MAKE A JOURNEY INTO LOVE...take time to listen to the voice of divine love in the depths of your being and enter into a special time and space for stillness, quiet solitude, community and fellowship.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £5.00 |
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9 - 11 March
Friday - Sunday |
speaker:
Sue Jackson & Valerie Pearce
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI®) is the world’s most trusted psychometric instrument that has helped millions of people better understand themselves and how they interact with others. In our faith walk it provided valuable insights into our relationship with God and our neighbour.
Residential price: £190.00
Non-residential price: £130.00 |
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15 March
Thursday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
Join us for the third prayer session on Thursdays from 2 - 4.30pm [excluding Thursday 29 March]. You don't have to have been to any of the others to attend.
Come and and MAKE A JOURNEY INTO LOVE...take time to listen to the voice of divine love in the depths of your being and enter into a special time and space for stillness, quiet solitude, community and fellowship.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £5.00 |
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22 March
Thursday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
Join us for the fourth prayer session on Thursdays from 2 - 4.30pm [excluding Thursday 29 March]. You don't have to have been to any of the others to attend.
Come and MAKE A JOURNEY INTO LOVE...take time to listen to the voice of divine love in the depths of your being and enter into a special time and space for stillness, quiet solitude, community and fellowship.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £5.00 |
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26 - 30 March
Monday - Friday |
speaker:
Revd Iain Morrison
A focus on the events of Holy Week. You will be invited to take a spiritual journey through the events of the Passion, Crucifixion and Resurrection of Christ ae enter into these significant and unique events ourselves. There will be silent from Compline at 9.15pm until 9.45am each day. There will also be daily opportunities for 1-1 time with Iain as well as additional evening opportunities for group discussion.
Residential price: £240.00
Non-residential price: £120.00 |
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April 2012 |
3 April
Tuesday |
speaker:
Janice Yonge
Come alongside God during Holy week pilgriming to a Hermitage off the Irish coast.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £25.00 |
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4 - 1 April
Wednesday |
Julian Meetings foster the practice and teaching of meditation and contemplative prayer within the Christian tradition. They encourage people to practice contemplative prayer in their daily lives, and to explore ways of doing this which is appropriate for them. This group aims to meet once a month [usually on a Thursday].
No charge. Donations towards the cost of refreshments gratefully received.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: TBC |
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5 April
Thursday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
Join us this Maundy Thursday for a prayer session from 2 - 4.30pm and MAKE A JOURNEY INTO LOVE...take time to listen to the voice of divine love in the depths of your being and enter into a special time and space for stillness, quiet solitude, community and fellowship.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £5.00 |
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11 April
Wednesday |
speaker:
Marion Whitmarsh
Focusing on the events at the Tomb, the retreat will look at the words Jesus spoke on that first Easter morning. This will be a silent day.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £30.00 |
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23 - 27 April
Monday - Friday |
speaker:
Jennifer Rees Larcombe
We all have our secret ‘shadowy’ places, perhaps where we have been hurt, or where we are afraid or ashamed. Walking in the light means opening all of ourselves up to the Light of the World and His healing love. We will be gently exploring the subject of inner healing with one-to-one time for everyone, but we also hope to have fun together and make new, lasting friendships.
Residential price: £270.00
Non-residential price: £150.00 |
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May 2012 |
3 May
Thursday |
Julian Meetings foster the practice and teaching of meditation and contemplative prayer within the Christian tradition. They encourage people to practice contemplative prayer in their daily lives, and to explore ways of doing this which is appropriate for them. This group aims to meet once a month [usually on a Thursday].
No charge. Donations towards the cost of refreshments gratefully received.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: TBC |
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4 - 7 May
Friday - Monday |
speaker:
Stephen Weaver
There are plenty of courses that tell you how to improve your photography, but how many of them help you to see how photography can improve you? This retreat explores what it means to ‘stop looking and start seeing'.
Residential price: £240.00
Non-residential price: £150.00 |
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22 May
Tuesday |
speakers:
Sue Armstead and Janice Yonge
[see individual profiles for details on these speakers]
A donation of £10 is requested. Please bring your own sandwiches.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £10.00 |
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23 May
Wednesday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
A midweek day for you to ‘come and rest a while’ and meet God within a safe space of quietness, beauty, hospitality, prayer and worship. There will be some gentle reflection and Gospel meditation and time for your own prayer and stillness.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £32.00 |
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June 2012 |
2 - 5 June
Saturday - Tuesday |
speakers:
Tony Horsfall and Debbie Hawker
Tony Horsfall and Debbie Hawker offer this popular retreat for those returning to live in the UK after ministry overseas or for an extended home assignment. ‘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 Tuesday.
Residential price: £270.00
Non-residential price: £180.00 |
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7 June
Thursday |
speaker:
Anne Stamper
The day will start with an introductory talk on the life and writings of Julian of Norwich, followed by an introduction to silent contemplative prayer with suggestions of ways to use the time of silent prayer.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £25.00 |
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15 - 17 June
Friday - Sunday |
speakers:
Jill Hoffman and Jane Richardson
Calling all musicians, poets, prose writers, songwriters…
Come and explore your creative giftings, even if you have little or no previous experience. This is a weekend of words and music with a strand of inspiring worship running through it. There will be opportunities to enjoy the Sussex countryside as well as time set aside to create ‘our offerings’, both independently and collaboratively. The weekend will finish on the Sunday afternoon with a worship gathering where we will share what has been written, 'pouring out' our love and giftings before God.
Residential price: £120.00
Non-residential price: £50.00 |
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17 - 24 June
Sunday - Sunday |
speaker:
Revd Richard King
If you saw the ‘Big Silence’ on BBC2 you will know what to expect. An IGR is based on the work of Ignatius Loyola – it allows time to experience and interact with God in a personal way. The retreat will be silent throughout, and you will have the help of an experienced prayer guide in daily one-to-one sessions. Bring only yourself, as you are, a Bible and notebook.
Residential price: £380.00
Non-residential price: £180.00 |
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29 Jun - 1 July
Friday - Sunday |
speaker:
Sue Jackson & Valerie Pearce
Do you ever feel 'Βeside yourself'? Or think 'Where did that come from?'
This weekend will be an opportunity to explore those parts of our personalities that are our least preferred:
How do we experience them?
How do we cope with them?
What can we learn from these experiences?
A good understanding of the basic Myers Briggs Theory & your personality preference is essential for this workshop.
Residential price: £190.00
Non-residential price: £130.00 |
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July 2012 |
2 - 5 July
Monday - Thursday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
In our progressively busy, fragmented world and everyday living, it becomes increasingly important to honour the paths of stillness and prayer leading to loving service. This retreat offers a sacred space for both solitude and sharing, being and doing, and of deepening good news within your life. This week would be a very suitable first retreat experience, whilst also offering a sanctuary space for anyone in need of renewal.A mainly silent retreat with optional opportunities for group sharing.
Residential price: £185.00
Non-residential price: £90.00 |
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5 July
Thursday |
Julian Meetings foster the practice and teaching of meditation and contemplative prayer within the Christian tradition. They encourage people to practice contemplative prayer in their daily lives, and to explore ways of doing this which is appropriate for them. This group aims to meet once a month [usually on a Thursday]. No charge. Donations towards the cost of refreshments gratefully received.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: TBC |
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6 Jul - 8 March
Friday - Thursday |
speaker:
Wendy Billington
A retreat to help equip church leaders in pastoral care skills.
The focus is on pastoral skills and is for those in church leadership (including home group leaders) to equip them with appropriate tools and knowledge for this particular area of ministry. It will be practical in nature with interaction, discussion, small group work as well as quiet spaces for reflection and prayer. Outside the sessions there will be an opportunity to share on a ‘one-to-one’ basis.
Residential price: £135.00
Non-residential price: £70.00 |
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11 July
Wednesday |
speakers:
Mollie Townson and Dorothy Tipper
A minimum donation of £20 is asked for this catered fundraising day led by Mollie Townson and Dorothy Tipper.
More information to follow....
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £20.00 |
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23 - 27 July
Monday - Friday |
speaker:
Revd Iain Morrison
We are pleased to host this Iona type retreat led by Revd Iain Morrison.
The retreat will guide you through a spiritual renewal that can be experienced and which can enfold you through the natural beauty of Iona, the silence to be found within its ancient landscape and the legacy of its historical and religious significance.There will be silent from Compline at 9.15pm until 9.45am each day. There will also be daily opportunities for 1-1 time with Iain as well as additional evening opportunities for group discussion.
Residential price: £240.00
Non-residential price: £120.00 |
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August 2012 |
14 - 17 August
Tuesday - Friday |
speakers:
Debbie Hawker and Anny Rosciani-Woodhams
Debbie Hawker and Anny Woodhams are offering this retreat for those in cross-cultural ministry. This will be an opportunity to be part of a loving, caring community, allowing time alone with God, as well as time with others. Ways to flourish despite stress will be considered. Individual time with a retreat leader, for debriefing and/or spiritual accompaniment, will be available for those who want it. The timetable will include group devotional times and opportunities to reflect on issues related to cross-cultural ministry both in the UK and overseas.
Residential price: £210.00
Non-residential price: £130.00 |
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20 - 23 August
Monday - Thursday |
speaker:
Revd Valerie Pearce
Valerie will be available to meet with you daily. 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.
Residential price: £180.00
Non-residential price: £80.00 |
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24 - 28 August
Friday |
speaker:
Tony Horsfall
*** For those in cross-cultural ministry ***
It has been said that in the Book of Psalms God gives us words to use in our conversation with Him. Here we encounter all the emotions of the human heart – joy and sorrow, confidence and doubt, triumph and tragedy and so on. This retreat will use various Psalms explore how God calls us to a deeper place in Him through some of the deep experiences of our lives.
Residential price: £260.00
Non-residential price: £170.00 |
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September 2012 |
3 - 5 September
Monday - Wednesday |
speaker:
Revd Keith Smith
‘Into the desert’ - not an escape, but an entry into a time of spiritual refreshment. Time for yourself, and God.
Residential price: £140.00
Non-residential price: £70.00 |
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5 - 7 September
Wednesday - Friday |
speaker:
Anne Stamper
There are lots of different ways of praying, we do not always have to use words. We can wait on God in silence; we can pray with music, and we can also pray with paintings, sometimes just using colour. There will be daily opportunities for worship, and time for each person to explore ‘prayer painting’ themselves. You do not need to be able to draw or paint, just be prepared to explore and try something new.
Residential price: £140.00
Non-residential price: £70.00 |
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14 - 16 September
Friday - Sunday |
speaker:
Jonathan and Sue Ingleby
Focusing on the gospel of Mark, there will be opportunities to learn from, and share in, the teaching of Jesus regarding outreach and discipleship. How do we ‘do’ cross-cultural mission in UK and abroad? There will be plenty of time for discussion and the sharing of ideas. It will be suitable for church leaders, youth workers, mission partners and mission sending agencies.
Residential price: £140.00
Non-residential price: £70.00 |
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21 - 23 September
Friday - Sunday |
speaker:
Pam Mather
Can we follow aspects of the Celtic Tradition in our lives today?
There is a growing interest in Celtic spirituality today and a vast Celtic industry has developed. The retreat will consider how relevant our modern day expressions of Celtic spirituality are true to the Celtic Tradition. There will be opportunities to explore Celtic artwork [optional].
Residential price: £130.00
Non-residential price: £60.00 |
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October 2012 |
4 October
Thursday |
speakers:
Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson
Learn more about how to hear and pray the heart cry of God, through Marilyn and Tracy's unique style of music, teaching and prayer ministry.
£10 donation per person – bring your own sandwiches.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £10.00 |
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5 - 7 October
Friday - Sunday |
speaker:
Sue Jackson & Valerie Pearce
Are men from Mars and women from Venus? This is a Myers Briggs weekend with a difference. In marriage, in friendship and within our families, we ponder on our relationships on a regular basis. How best can we encourage harmony and understand our differences? This workshop will explore what MBTI can bring to our close relationships [couples, family members, close friends]. Participants need to have attended a basic workshop previously. Feel free to come alone or with a 'significant other'.
Residential price: £190.00
Non-residential price: £130.00 |
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8 October
Monday |
speaker:
Pamela Evans
The Centre is pleased to host this BRF [Bible Reading Fellowship] Retreat led by Pamela Evans. [Please book through BRF 01865 319700 or events@brf.org.uk]
What do we make of it when the unexpected appears to be de-railing God’s plans for us? The day will explore themes from Shaping the Heart: Reflections on spiritual formation and fruitfulness (BRF 2011), including learning to trust and the shaping effects of adversity. (There will be additional material not found in the book). We’ll have an uncluttered time in which to reflect on the range of ‘tools’ God has been using to shape us, and on our responses.
£27.50 including meal and refreshments
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £27.50 |
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9 - 12 October
Tuesday - Friday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
A few days of quiet in the midst of a noisy world to explore and deepen ways of returning and being with the Beloved. Using the Gospel story (Luke 10 v38-42) we will take time in reflection, meditation and prayer in order to restore a sense of intimacy with God in the midst of the hurly-burly of life.
Residential price: £185.00
Non-residential price: £90.00 |
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29 Oct - 2 November
Monday - Friday |
speaker:
Revd Paul Hunt
A Retreat focussing on Exodus 3- Many of us need to give ourselves `permission` to `turn aside` and listen to God and find fresh direction in life. This retreat will have opportunities for times of silence and reflection as well as for sharing.
Residential price: £232.00
Non-residential price: £120.00 |
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November 2012 |
26 - 30 November
Monday - Friday |
speaker:
Revd Iain Morrison
This retreat, beginning one week before Advent, will guide us into a time of preparation for the coming the Christ-Child anew into our lives. There will be silent from Compline at 9.15pm until 9.45am each day. There will also be daily opportunities for 1-1 time with Iain as well as additional evening opportunities for group discussion.
Residential price: £240.00
Non-residential price: £120.00 |
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December 2012 |
1 December
Saturday |
speaker:
Sue Cash
Bring yourself into the presence and mystery of Jesus during this time of Advent, and breathe in quietness, softness and peace. Gift yourself with a time of sacred waiting and encounter in a place of warmth, prayer and joyfulness. There will be times of sharing together as well as quietness.
Residential option is not available
Non-residential price: £32.00 |
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