(Leaving after breakfast on Easter Sunday.) Fr. Frank Downes is a Dominican friar who is trained in both the Dominican and Ignatian traditions. For many years he has and continues to minister in spiritual direction and retreats. He spent some years as a hospital and palliative care chaplain. Presently he is a confessor at Our […]
Revealing the exciting Christian message of healing found in the Scriptures. As many Biblical texts will be explored it is advised to bring a Bible (available in all bedrooms). This life changing seminar will also use handcrafted wood symbols. Fr Jim Cogley is Parish Priest and Director of Pilgrimage at Our Lady’s Island. Fr Jim is a psychotherapist […]
‘For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also’ (Matt. 6:21). A restful retreat to help us savour what is truly precious on our journey. Together, we will discern the dross from the gold, the transient from the eternal ...through meditation, scripture, poetry, ritual, imagery etc. Martina Lehane Sheehan is an accredited […]
During this time it will be possible to make a private retreat, have some quiet time or use the time for some rest and relaxation. Accommodation and all meals are included. €95 per person per night, minimum 4 night stay
“ Make straight in the desert a highway for our God” How can we prepare a highway for God in our hearts this Advent? Our retreat will offer a time of prayer and reflection in which we can lay low the mountains and hills of our resistances, so that the glory of the Lord can […]
This response from one of the shepherds on the hilltop, in the wake of the angelic appearance, paved the way for his companions to lay eyes on the Infant King. We will reflect on the encouraging word, on invitation and response as we journey towards the celebration of the Christmas reality. Fr Vincent Sherlock […]
An introduction to Christian Meditation Fr. Kieran O’Mahony OSA is an Augustinian friar and biblical scholar. He is coordinator of biblical studies with the Dublin Archdiocese and is well-known for his very popular Weekly Notes – an email resource for each week’s readings throughout the year. He is a member of the Orlagh in […]
Finding Freedom from Personal and Ancestral Issues Moving beyond Loss, Trauma and Victimhood. Jim uses his amazing wood carvings to explore core human issues – if you have not yet experienced his unique workshops, do not miss this opportunity. Fr Jim Cogley is a psychotherapist and woodturner with over forty years experience. He was an […]
Using the season of spring as a metaphor for taking that first small step for change and growth in our lives. Michael will explore how we can be present to the circumstances of our lives right now, not be paralysed or overwhelmed by them and make the small, possible changes that we need for psychological […]
The Triduum of the Risen Christ invites us to contemplate the profound meaning of this sacred event and its transforming power in our lives. (Leaving after breakfast on Easter Sunday.) Fr. Joe McGee is the Provincial leader of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart in Ireland. Fr Joe also worked as Provincial Leader of the Irish […]