Land, Sea & Sky

Monday 19th June -  Friday 23rd June 2023

Space is available on this event

The retreat will focus on an appreciation of land, sea & sky in the Celtic Christian tradition, using poetry, prayerful walking and led meditations.  It can be difficult to make time for inner peacefulness & to be fully present to the places we find ourselves.  This quiet week is an invitation to rest awhile and enjoy some time & space at Othona. 

The retreat will encourage us to rejoice in the Essex coastal landscape & the presence of God in all things.  There will be opportunities to practise attentiveness through led meditations, poetry and consciously walking and, perhaps swimming too.  The week is a chance for you to step aside & rest awhile.

The week is being led by partners, Jane Pearse & Catherine Bond.  They are both spiritual directors, have led pilgrimages & quiet days & have been ordained.  Celtic Christian spirituality is important to them both.  Jane loves the outdoors, poetry, walking & encouraging participation.  Catherine has run a retreat centre, has completed the full Ignatian exercises, teaches meditation, enjoys creativity & exploring her faith through art – both others’ & her own.  They both love sea bathing - so do bring swimming things!

Arrivals: from 3pm Monday - first meal is dinner at 7pm

Departures: Friday morning 11am

Cost: We have two rates for adults £220 (Basic Rate) or £275 (*Benefactor Rate), If you are able to afford the Benefactor rate this helps to support the work of Othona and enables us to provide bursaries to support those who cannot afford to come. We may be able to offer concessionary rates (25% reduction) at the Manager's discretion. Please contact us to find out more.

*(Find out about our Benefactor Rate)