Retreats
As part of keeping up good spiritual and emotional health, we want to encourage everyone to take time this year to retreat from everyday life and experience seeking God’s presence in a new way.
We know lots of good hosts of retreats, not too far from our city, and we’ll keep a list of them and some specific retreat opportunities on this page.
If you need any help with the costs, we have some available - email Claire Lynch.
Breathe Ministries, near Chepstow
Beauty, inspiration and rest are at the heart of Breathe. Phil & Marie-Anne Joiner welcome you around the table to facilitate kingdom conversations, cultivate connections, offer support and retreat with the aim of strengthening leaders. Through extravagant hospitality, they will tailor your stay to your needs; whether this is time on your own, as a couple, or with your team.
Email Phil or visit the website for details of retreats coming up soon.
Retreats organised by Sam Whiley
Sam is a spiritual director who has worked in education and church leadership for nearly 30 years.
She says, “I am drawn to contemplative expressions of faith and love creating a safe and hospitable space for anyone looking to explore their spirituality and walk with God.”
Sam runs a range of retreats throughout the year which can be found here.
Prayerful space retreats
Need space to pause, breathe, and reflect? Our friends at Field Church are offering the experience of a guided contemplative retreat shaped by prayer, quiet reflection, and a short interactive teaching using resources by Sam Whiley.
Whether you are well-practised in contemplative traditions or completely new, there is space to come as you are, tend the inner life, reflect on the outward journey, and enjoy companionship along the way.
Term 1: October 9th, November 13th, December 11th
Term 2: January 8th, February 12th, March 12th
Term 3: April 16th, May 14th, June 11th
These Friday sessions run from 10am to 12.30pm at Field Hall, Cossins Road, BS6 7LY. Refreshments are provided, cost is £25 per session or £60 per term. Contact Emily for more info.
Ignatian Exercises
The Spiritual Exercises is a journey of meditations, prayers, and contemplative practices developed by St. Ignatius of Loyola. Designed to help people deepen their relationship with God, these prayers have enriched the lives of countless people from various denominations and backgrounds worldwide. Considered a timeless spiritual classic, Sam Whiley offers this "retreat in daily life".
If you feel curious and would like to explore whether this is something you feel invited to, contact Sam at this page and she will arrange an exploratory call.