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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 5h

'Retreats are not to be regarded as a spiritual luxury for the few, but as a normal means of grace for the many' (APR archive 1960's). Because of this, the APR can offer bursaries towards the cost of your retreat... find out more, or donate towards our work, on promotingretreats.org/bursary

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St Katharine’s Retreat House - Parmoor @retreatparmoor.bsky.social · 22h

We look forward to our final retreat of 2025, led by Demelza and Helen.
There are still spaces available for those who wish to book.
Either email us at [email protected] or call on 01494 881037 to enquire further or request a booking form.
www.srpf.org.uk/event/even-i...

Even in Darkness - a Pre Advent Retreat with Helen Evans & Demelza Henderson - St Katharine's Parmoor

As Advent approaches, you are invited to spend a peaceful weekend inspired by what poets, psalmists and New Testament authors have written on the powerful theme of darkness and light.The retreat...

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 22h

We're definitely into autumn now... and it's a great time to consider a weekend of encouragement, inspiration and warm fellowship before the end of the year. Here are three quite different opportunities at Abernethy Kilmalieu

A list of retreats, winter work 14-17 November, Faith in nature 21-24 November and creative Christmas 5-8 December

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 2d

Retreats at The House of Prayer in Surrey fill up quickly - book now for their Advent retreat from 5-7 Dec. Find out more on www.christian-retreat.org/our-programme #prayer #retreat #Advent

A close up image of an orange candle flame burning on a purple candle

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 3d

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for Sarah Horsman (Warden), and all who live, work or seek refreshment at the @sheldonretreat.bsky.social in Devon. Their R5 (Read, Retreat, Rest, Relax, Recuperate) retreats run throughout the year, including 2-7 and 23-28 Nov. sheldonretreat.com #prayer

A view of the Long Barn accommodation at Sheldon, seen across a lawn and flowerbed

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 3d

Making a retreat is the best way of 'stopping to think' about the greatest Reality in the world - God (APR archive 1960's). Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #prayer

A wooden cross silhouetted against an orange and purple sunset

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 5d

On this feast of St Francis of Assisi, we pray for Franciscan communities around the world, and for those gathered for the Franciscan weekend at Hilfield Friary. Check out their programme for other retreats this autumn - www.hilfieldfriary.org.uk/programme/ #retreat @monknunanglican.bsky.social

Grotto’s fresco painting of St Francis of Assisi preaching to the birds.

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 5d

Join a 24-hour online retreat led by APR Chair Cameron Butland from 14-15 Nov. Download the info from our online calendar on promotingretreats.org

Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 5d

Joining our prayers with the rest of the church for Rt Revd Dame Sarah Mullally as she prepares to take on the role of Archbishop of Canterbury

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 6d

Look ahead to Advent, and book a silent retreat at St Mary's Kinnoull Monastery & Retreat near Perth from 12-14 Dec. All info and bookings on www.kinnoullmonastery.co.uk/events/ #retreat #Advent

The beautiful altarpiece at Kinnoull monastery, with 6 tall candles and an icon of the Madonna and Child

Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 7d

Looking for a quiet day, but unable to get away? Join an online 'oasis' day from the comfort of your own home on 14 October. Register now by emailing [email protected] #quietday #prayer

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 7d

There are two more Quiet Days at Ty Mawr Convent near Monmouth this year - on 4 Oct and 8 Nov. Book your place by emailing [email protected] #quietday #prayer @monknunanglican.bsky.social

The large imposing convent of Ty Mawr seen across a lawn

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 8d

The APR AGM will take place at Saint Columba's House in Woking on 23 October, and will also be accessible online. Please email [email protected] if you would like to attend.

An image of a garden in autumn, with golden trees and a lawn

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 9d

The next Volunteer Day at The Greenhouse at Barnes Close will be on 13 Oct. Email [email protected] to join a day of fun, fellowship and practical work in a beautiful place! #volunteer #retreat

A sunny image of the greenhouse at Barney’s close retreat house

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 9d

In our cycle of prayer, we pray for Allison Hilton (Warden), and all who live, work or seek refreshment at Shepherds Dene. Did you read their profile in our latest newsletter? promotingretreats.org

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 10d

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for Allison Hilton (Warden), and for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Shepherds Dene in Northumbria. Their next quiet day, reflecting on the psalms, will be on 8 Nov. Find out more on shepherdsdene.org #prayer #retreat

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 11d

St Paul tells his friend Timothy that 'There is great gain in godliness combined with contentment' (1 Tim 6.6) - find the God of peace and contentment for yourself with a retreat this autumn! Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #contentment

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 11d

Retreats invite us to 'take time out to pause, breathe and reset the rhythm of our lives'. As we give thanks for all who inspired National Retreat Week - renewall.org.uk this year, remember that their online resources are available all year, or visit promotingretreats.org to find your next retreat!

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 12d

Do you find it hard to 'disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with yourself'? Find out how with Roger Preece at The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine on 4 Oct. All info and bookings on www.rfsk.org.uk/events #retreat #quietday

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 13d

Wondering where God might be calling you? The Retreat House, Pleshey is hosting a Vocations retreat from 14-16 November - come and join others on a similar journey! All info on www.retreathousepleshey.com/events #vocation #retreat

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 14d

Do you need to revive and refresh your prayer life? If so, why not join a 'Prayer MOT' day at Sarum College on 30 Sept? More info and bookings on www.sarum.ac.uk/short-course... #prayer

Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 15d

Book now for a pre-Advent retreat, 'Even in darkness, light dawns' at St Katharine's Retreat House, Parmoor from 21-23 November, with Helen Evans and Demelza Henderson. All info on www.srpf.org.uk/events/

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 16d

Don't forget it's National Retreat Week (renewall.org.uk) this week! And if you can't get away, have you thought about joining an online retreat? There's an APR one on 14-15 Nov, and dozens more listed on promotingretreats.org #retreat

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 17d

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Shallowford House Retreat & Conference Centre in Staffordshire. Their next 'Quiet Monday' is on 13 Oct, or why not make a longer retreat there this autumn? Find out more on shallowfordhouse.org #prayer

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 18d

On this feast of St Matthew, apostle and former tax collector, we pray for all who struggle with money, for those responsible for collecting it today, and for all involved in fundraising for good causes. When did you last reflect on how you spend your resources? promotingretreats.org/membership

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