Spring – Embracing new beginnings and growth with ease.

Spring – Embracing new beginnings and growth with ease.

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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 and spiritual wellbeing. He will use mindfulness based self-compassion techniques for calming the inner critic, explore relevant developments in neuro science and how our emotional regulation systems work for and against us as we unpack challenges to change in our lives.  We will use nature, our own … Read More >

Wood you Believe – Getting the Past out of the Present

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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 associate of the renowned pioneer in Family Tree Healing Dr Ken McAll. Currently Director of Pilgrimage in Our Ladys Island in Co. Wexford, his particular interest is that of Healing, both personal and intergenerational, and how the past that is unacknowledged can still influence the present. As … Read More >

Retreat – Fr. Seamus Enright CSsR

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With love beyond telling: Mary in the opening chapters of the Gospels of Luke and Matthew. Séamus Enright is a Redemptorist; a preacher and community activist, with an interest in the history of religious life. He has been involved in leadership at local and provincial levels and was involved in continuing formation for many years. He has introduced Redemptorist novices and students in Ireland, the United States and the Philippines to the history of the congregation.   Read More >

Retreat – Martina Lehane Sheehan

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‘A Peace the World cannot give….’ (John14;27). A journey towards inner stillness; the gift of a calm mind and an open heart –   even in adverse circumstances! (Meditation, scripture, reflective input, poetry etc).   Martina Lehane Sheehan is an accredited Psychotherapist, Spiritual Director, and Author. She was, until 2019, Director of Retreats and Programmes in Ennismore Retreat Centre, Cork, and is regularly invited to facilitate retreats and workshops both nationally and internationally. Martina is the author of four bestselling books. Together with her late husband, Patrick, she has also created two CDs, ‘Soul Space; Meditations and Lyrics for stillness’ and ‘Beyond Mindfulness: Guided … Read More >

Private Retreat/Quiet Time/Rest and Relaxation Copy

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During this weekend it will be possible to make a private retreat, have some quiet time or rest and relax. Accommodation and all meals are included in the cost. €90 per night (Minimum 2 night stay) Read More >

A Spirituality of Healing and Integration for the times we live in.

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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 and woodturner with over thirty years experience. He was one of the early leaders in the Charismatic Renewal Movement in Ireland and worked with the renowned pioneer in Family Tree Healing Dr Ken McAll. Based in the picturesque village of Oylegate in Co. Wexford, his particular … Read More >

Embracing Life to the Full

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The Healing Process. Removing obstacles to Inner Freedom on our Journey towards Wholeness. This interactive seminar will explore how we can transform our life experiences and create the future we desire. It will also incorporate the use of many handcrafted wood symbols created by the presenter who is a well known artist with wood.   Fr Jim Cogley is a psychotherapist and woodturner with over forty years experience. He was an associate of the renowned pioneer in Family Tree Healing Dr Ken McAll. Currently Director of Pilgrimage in Our Ladys Island in Co. Wexford, his particular interest is that of Healing, both personal and … Read More >

Wood you Believe – Getting the Past out of the Present

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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 associate of the renowned pioneer in Family Tree Healing Dr Ken McAll. Currently Director of Pilgrimage in Our Ladys Island in Co. Wexford, his particular interest is that of Healing, both personal and intergenerational, and how the past that is unacknowledged can still influence the present. As … Read More >

Easter Triduum

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(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 Lady’s Shrine, Knock. Read More >

Retreat – Fr. Kieran O’Mahony OSA

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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 the City community. Read More >