9:45 am – 3:30 pm These are led by Rev Evelyn Bone and she leads us through a gentle day of devotion, quiet time and worship. There is the opportunity to meet one to one and engage in a few prayerful activities. The cost is £26 which includes lunch and refreshments. The day runs from 9.45am to […]

Pilgrims of Hope Leader: Fiona Bower An invitation to journey together towards a future based on hope, love, mercy and friendship. Taking inspiration from Psalm 84:5 `Blessed are those whose strength is in you, whose hearts are set on pilgrimage` we will explore the calling to be pilgrims in a world where many are in crisis […]

Praying with the Examen   A quiet day looking at the Ignation practice of the Examen Led by: Liz Hoare from St Bede's Pastoral Centre in York Cost: £30.00 including lunch and refreshments

Seasonal Quiet Garden Days - meditation and reflective time, learning from and enjoying the garden with some practical activity too. Cost £65 To Book email info@bieldatblackruthven.org.uk

I am the Potter - Quiet day   As well as exploring the gardens at the Abbey, we will make and decorate a clay bird feeder as we focus on God the Creator.

8 July - 'More than meets the I - living beyond the Ego' led by Brother Cassian Oasis days offer quiet reflection for people who need a day to re-charge their spiritual batteries and enjoy the stimulation of an excellent speaker. Please email janefranklinretreats@gmail.com if you would like to join.

"We Believe...." A Painting Quiet Day   An experiential workshop on using painting to pray. No particular artistic skills necessary! Led by: Rev'd Andrew de Smet Cost: £30.00 including lunch and refreshments

Capacitar Taster Sessions - simple holistic wellness practices which enable people to reconnect with their own wisdom and capacity, promoting healing, wholeness and peace. Cost £25 To Book email info@bieldatblackruthven.org.uk

Story of Wydale Evening   Come for dinner and hear about the history of Wydale and some of the folk who have lived and worked here over the years Led by: Mark Rance and Helen Lawrence Cost: £20.00 including 2 course dinner

Heartfulness Meditation Every Wednesday 07:15pm to 08:00pm We’re delighted to host a weekly Heartfulness Meditation session in our beautiful Library. These sessions are always free of charge and you can also continue at home with support. Available now in 160 countries worldwide supported by volunteers.  Heartfulness meditation is based on ancient Raj Yoga but simplified for […]

Death and Dying   'Nothing is certain except death and taxes' so said Benjamin Franklin. We often don't talk about death. Come and break the mould, raise some questions and share experience in this study day. Led by: Rev'd Dr Susan Collier (retired hospice lead doctor and Anglican Priest) and Rev'd Richard Carew (Vicar of […]

11th July: Labyrinth Quiet Day led by Rachel Hextal Labyrinths are ancient pathways for the human spirit. They can be found across the globe in many different settings and made from many different materials. We will begin the day by creating our own labyrinth from a variety of natural and everyday objects, bless the space […]

Meditation in the Christian tradition is an ancient and simple way of prayer. Our purpose is to teach meditation as a simple path to peace, community and oneness. Our vision is to help people establish peace in themselves and become places of peace in the world. Each session includes a short talk, a period of […]

Day of Reflection The Franciscan Centre Ashstead Lane, Godalming, United Kingdom Come away and rest awhile on a Day of Reflection at the Franciscan Centre Ladywell! Our next gatherings will be held on the 2nd Saturday and 4th Tuesday of each month from 9.30am to 4.00pm.

Contemplating the Cloud On this day we will be using thoughts from The Cloud of Unknowing to help to go deeper into contemplative silence. David endeavours to present the Christian faith from different perspectives for spiritual seekers and promote a life of peace and compassion. David Cassian is a teacher, speaker, and published author on […]