QUO VADIS? I.G.R.
led by Christopher Greener OSB & Gervase Holdaway OSB
Tuesday March 23 12.30pm - Friday March 26 9.30am.
A silent individually guided retreat where the focus is upon both
discernment and prayer. Relax in God's presence surrounded by
natural beauty and supported by the community prayer.
Gervase Holdaway OSB is Oblate Director and editor of Oblate Life (2009). He has an MA
in Theology from the University of Louvain.
Christopher Greener OSB has an MA in Applied Ethics from KU Leuven
(University of Louvain), dissertation on the philosophical
understanding of the human person (2004); attended the Introduction
to Spiritual Direction Course, Oxon/Berks/Bucks, Spider 2006 at
Begbroke (to be taught at Douai Abbey 2010-11); and recently MA
Christian Spirituality, Heythrop, dissertation on the Spiritual
Direction of Augustine Baker (2009).
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EASTER TRIDUUM RETREAT
Thursday April 1, 5pm - Sunday April 4, 3pm
led by Oliver Holt OSB
The Triduum is the climax of the church's liturgical cycle. Come and celebrate with the monastic community
and have time for silent prayer and reflection. There will be talks on the spirituality and significance of the celebrations.
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DEPRESSION
led by Nicholas Broadbridge OSB & Fodhla McGrane PhD
Friday April 30 - Sunday May 2, 2010 2.30pm
Depression is 'the common cold' of our psychology. The illness affects approximately one in every five people.
Depression according to the Vatican is the biggest disease in the world. If you are a Christian suffering
from depression, come and spend a weekend looking at this subject in the warmth, peace and security of
Douai abbey. If you are a Christian caring for someone with depression, this weekend aims to be a blessing to you
too. We'll look at what the Bible and the Rule of St Benedict can teach us on these themes and we'll consider
a range of perspectives and resources. Our time together will include praayer for healing.
(This weekend is the second in a series looking at our human conditions.)
Fodhla works as a teacher and trainer in interpersonal communication skills, she is an oblate of St
Benedict (a lay person who follows the Rule of St Benedict in daily life), she has a PhD in interpersonal
dispute resolution in the workplace and her work is published in the Leadership and Organisational
Development Journal.
FULLY BOOKED
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LECTIO DIVINA RETREAT
led by Gervase Holdaway OSB
Friday April 30, 5.30pm - Monday May 3, 2.30pm
Experience a way of praying with Scripture, an ancient art at one
time practiced by all Christians. It is a slow contemplative prayer
which enables one to listen to God's word and to make prayerful
response. There will be time for sharing, silence, solitude and
reflection. It does not involve discussion or study.
Limited to eleven participants. As this retreat was heavily over-subscribed last year,
it will be offered a second time, August 27 - 30.
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LONELINESS: A HUMAN CONDITION
led by Fodhla McGrane PhD & Gervase Holdaway OSB
Friday Sunday June 4, 5.30pm - Sunday June 6, 2010 2.30pm
Loneliness is one of our human conditions. It is natural, normal and inevitable for everyone to feel
lonely whether they are single or married, with children or without, in or out of friendship, in or out of
employment, with or without pets, in or out of faith. Come and let’s explore this phenomenon and learn how
it fits in with God’s plan for us. Let’s examine the Bible and especially Jesus’ experience of loneliness.
Let’s see if the Rule of St Benedict and other writers can assist us. Of course, let’s learn from each other’s
experiences. A prayer room and creative space will be created for your weekend.
(This weekend is the third in a series looking at our human conditions.)
Fodhla works as a teacher and trainer in interpersonal communication skills, she is an oblate of St
Benedict (a lay person who follows the Rule of St Benedict in daily life), she has a PhD in interpersonal
dispute resolution in the workplace and her work is published in the Leadership and Organisational
Development Journal.
Event 8310. Cost for the waged £200, £30 reduction for those willing to share a room, reductions for those
on low income,
non-returnable deposit of £30 please. Limited to 14 participants.
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SILENT RETREAT
Friday June 18, 5.30pm - Sunday June 20, 2.30pm
Saturday is the National Quiet Day
A chance to spend a weekend in silent prayer and meditation. Retreatants will be welcome to
take part in the monastic offices, as well as being able to spend time walking
in the Berkshire countryside.
Event 2210. Residential cost £90, reductions for those
on low income;
deposit of £30 please.
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THOMAS MERTON RETREAT
led by Michael Woodward
Friday July 2, 5.30pm - Sunday July 4, 2.30pm
Event 4510. Residential cost £150, reductions for those
on low income;
deposit of £30 please.
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COME TO THE QUIET
led by Elizabeth Rees OCV & Benedict Thompson OSB
Monday July 19, 5.30pm - Friday July 23, 2.30pm.
A silent individually guided retreat. Relax in God's presence
surrounded by natural beauty and supported by the community prayer.
Event 2310.
Residential cost £200, reductions for those
on low income, premium for single en-suite
room in the guesthouse £20; deposit of £30 please.
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TRANSITIONS
led by Bernard Kilroy & Pamela Lee
Friday July 23, 5.30pm - Sunday July 25, 2.30pm.
This retreat has helped others to work through a transition, even
one that is past,but still feels present - whether the ending of a
relationship, an illness, disability or death, a change of role,
promotion, retirement or redundancy.
You work on your own or in pairs with music, meditation, or perhaps
freestyle drawing - in a quiet and relaxed atmosphere, respecting
everyone's privacy.
The weekend is open to both women and men, those of any faith
or none, but numbers are limited. Participants may attend some
monastic offices alongside the monks. The programme allows time to walk
in the Berkshire contryside. Optional massage is available from
aromatherapist, Sr Jean Page, for a nominal charge.
Event X107.
Course fee £70, cheque payable to Bernard Kilroy.
Residential cost £90, reductions for those
on low income, £20 reduction for those sharing a room; deposit of £30 please.
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LECTIO DIVINA RETREAT
led by Gervase Holdaway OSB
Friday August 27, 5.30pm - Monday August 30, 2.30pm
Experience a way of praying with Scripture, an ancient art at one
time practiced by all Christians. It is a slow contemplative prayer
which enables one to listen to God's word and to make prayerful
response. There will be time for sharing, silence, solitude and
reflection. It does not involve discussion or study.
Limited to eleven participants. As this retreat was heavily over-subscribed last year
we are offering it a second time this year.
Event 4610.
Residential cost £165, reductions for those
on low income, deposit of £30 please.
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HEALING GRIEF
led by Nicholas Broadbridge OSB & Benjamin Standish OSB
Friday Sept 10, 5.30pm - Sunday Sept 12, 2.30pm.
This retreat provides a spiritual framework for helping to heal the
grief of those who have experienced the death of a loved one.
The experience
can also be beneficial for those who minister to the grieving.
Through prayer, reflection, conferences and small group interaction,
participants can grow in their understanding of the grieving process,
and draw upon their spirituality as a means of healing. The retreat will
be within the context of Christian and specifically Benedictine spirituality, and faith in God's
ultimate purpose of healing and wholeness. Those who are leading it are not
necessarily qualified in the secular disicplines of psychiatry, psychotherapy or
counselling.
Event 4710.
Residential cost £110, reductions for those
on low income, reduction of £20 for those willing to share a room; deposit of £30 please.
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QUO VADIS? I.G.R.
led by Christopher Greener OSB & Gervase Holdaway OSB
Monday September 27 12.30pm - Friday October 1 9.30am.
A silent individually guided retreat where the focus is upon both
discernment and prayer. Relax in God's presence surrounded by
natural beauty and supported by the community prayer.
Gervase Holdaway OSB is Oblate Director and editor of Oblate Life (2009). He has an MA
in Theology from the University of Louvain.
Christopher Greener OSB has an MA in Applied Ethics from KU Leuven
(University of Louvain), dissertation on the philosophical
understanding of the human person (2004); attended the Introduction
to Spiritual Direction Course, Oxon/Berks/Bucks, Spider 2006 at
Begbroke (to be taught at Douai Abbey 2010-11); and recently MA
Christian Spirituality, Heythrop, dissertation on the Spiritual
Direction of Augustine Baker (2009).
Event 2410.
Cost £200, reductions for those on low income:
deposit of £30 please.
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JULIAN OF NORWICH RETREAT
led by Christopher Greener OSB & Vincent Manning
Friday October 1, 5.30pm - Sunday October 3, 2.30pm
During this weekend we will thoughtfully break open the main themes of Julian's
writing, and explore how they may be applied to our prayer life.
Retreatants will be invited to share their own expereicnes of praying with Julian.
By way of preparation, those taking part are requested to have read some
of Julian's writing before the weekend.
We hope retreatants will be enriched intheir understanding of prayer as a
Revelation of Divine Love.
Christopher Greener OSB has an MA in Ethics from Louvain and an MA in
Christian Spirituality from Heythrop College, London. Vincent Manning has an MA in
Theology from St Mary's, Strawberry Hill, has done social work in various fields,
and over the years has facilitated a
number of retreats at Douai.
Event 4810. Residential cost £150, reductions for those
on low income;
deposit of £30 please.
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TO GOD THROUGH MUSIC
led by Gervase Holdaway OSB
Friday November 5, 2010, 5.30pm - Sunday November 7, 2010 2.30pm.
For many people music creates the atmosphere conducive to prayer.
This retreat will give opportunity to grow closer to God through music.
No expertise is needed, just an ability to listen.
Event 4910.
Residential cost £110, reductions for those
on low income, reduction of £20 for those willing to share a room; deposit of £30 please.
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COME LORD JESUS! A RETREAT FOR ADVENT
led by Gervase Holdaway OSB
Friday December 3, 2010, 5.30pm - Sunday December 5 2010, 2.30pm.
The Church invites us to reflect on the wonder of a people waiting
for Messiah. The marvellous gift of Christmas, God-become-flesh,
demands a prayerful heart awaiting the coming of the Lord. This retreat
will help you prepare to receive God's gift of his own Son.
Event 41010.
Residential cost £110, £20 reduction for those willing to share a room, reductions for those on low income,;
non-returnable deposit of £30 please.
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SILENT RETREAT
Monday December 6, 2010, 5.30pm - Friday December 10, 2010, 9.30am
A chance to spend a weekend in silent prayer and meditation. Retreatants will be welcome to
take part in the monastic offices, as well as being able to spend time walking
in the Berkshire countryside.
Event 2510. Residential cost £130, reductions for those
on low income;
deposit of £30 please.
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PRE-CHRISTMAS RETREAT
led by Nicholas Broadbridge OSB
Friday December 17 2010, 5.30pm - Sunday December 19 2010, 2.30pm.
The Church invites us to reflect on the wonder of a people waiting
for Messiah. The marvellous gift of Christmas, God-become-flesh,
demands a prayerful heart awaiting the coming of the Lord. This retreat
will help you prepare to receive God's gift of his own Son.
Event 41110.
Residential cost £110, £20 reduction for those willing to share a room, reductions for those on low income,;
non-returnable deposit of £30 please.
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