Stage 1: Thursday 27th February to Tuesday 10th March 2025
Stage 2: Monday 17th November to Saturday 29th November 2025
Stage 3: Friday 20th February to Monday 3rd March 2026
A unique opportunity to spend time with God through a residential retreat, divided into three stages, each lasting ten days. These three stages of the Spiritual Exercises seek to help each person to know the God of love and compassion more intimately in their own life’s circumstances, to grow in that sense of love, and to see more clearly how to live out that love for God and for others in those same particular circumstances.
The Spiritual Exercises, developed by Ignatius Loyola, stem from his personal journey to deepen his union with God and discern His will. Through journaling his spiritual insights and directing others, Ignatius compiled a structured retreat framework, known as the Spiritual Exercises, which includes prayers, meditations, and reflections. He aimed for these exercises to help individuals conquer self and regulate their lives, ensuring decisions are made without being swayed by unhealthy attachments.
Further information for retreatants can be found here
Daphne Atkinson, from Cornwall, is a former nurse and trained Spiritual Director since 1995. She has led numerous quiet days and guided prayer weeks, continuing to offer spiritual direction and accompany retreatants through the Spiritual Exercises. Frances Moore, a retired nurse and hospital chaplain from the Essex-Suffolk border, has over 25 years’ experience as a Spiritual Director. She has worked on retreats across the UK, including Clare Priory, Llannerchwen, and St Beuno’s Jesuit Retreat Centre. Passionate about the life-changing journey of the Spiritual Exercises, Frances finds great joy in accompanying others through them.
Booking Your Space
To join this retreat focused on Ignatian spirituality, you will need to complete an application form. This form is designed to facilitate a discernment process regarding your readiness for the Spiritual Exercises in daily life. Your responses to the sections within the form will not only provide insight into your spiritual journey but also assist us in assigning a suitable retreat director who can best support your needs during the retreat. We encourage you to take your time in reflecting on the questions, as this will enhance your experience and engagement with the exercises.
Download form here. Please return completed forms to [email protected]
Closing date for Stage 1: 1st of January 2025
Once your place on the retreat has been confirmed, the costs for each stage are detailed below. Bursaries are available to ensure that financial constraints do not hinder your participation.
| Rates | |
| Single Room and Board | £ 1,375.00 |
| Double Room and Board | £ 1,595.00 |
| Accessible Twin/Double and Board | £ 1,595.00 |
| Additional Guest in Double Rooms | £ 715.00 |