At the very centre of this programme
is the making of the Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius
of Loyola.
What precedes the retreat is designed to serve as a preparation
for the Exercises.
What follows deepens the experience and helps participants
use it in their future work.
While there is ample free time to explore the magnificent
countryside around St. Beuno's the programme is a demanding
one.
Part 1. RELATIONSHIPS:
HUMAN AND DIVINE
the elements include:
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Ways of praying
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Deepening the awareness of
God's presence
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Reflection on Experience
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Enneagram Workshop
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Developing an holistic approach
to Ignatian Spirituality using art, clay, music and poetry.
As a contrast to our often hectic lives
this first section of the three month course moves at
an unhurried pace to allow for a deepening awareness,
understanding and acceptance of both self and others.
A lively and insighful Enneagram workshop is given by
the Irish Jesuit Fr Myles O'Reilly.
We spend one day on a coach tour of the magnificent scenery
of North Wales. Whilst one evening of this first section
is given over to the music and culture of Wales in a delighful
'Welsh Evening'.
Part 2. THE FULL SPIRITUAL EXERCISES
OF ST IGNATIUS LOYOLA
The full Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius Loyola is
given as a silent, individually guided retreat. Participants
follow the themes of the Exercises allowing the meditations
on the life of Christ to interact with their own lives.
Part 3. DEEPENING AND PROFITING
BY THE EXPERIENCE
the elements include:
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Discernment: personal and
communal
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A faith that does Justice -
A Workshop led by the Irish Jesuit, Fr Peter McVerry.
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The dynamics of the Spiritual
Exercises
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Prayer beyond the beginnings
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Using the Exercises to help
other in Prayer - Writer, Margaret Silf will look at how to
help others in prayer.
Like its companion earlier unit, this
third one allows sufficient time for a deep appropriation
of how God works in life. Time is given for individual
reflection and study as well as working together as a
group.
APPLICATION:
We understand how much of an investment of time and money
this Programme is, therefore we have a thorough application
procedure to ensure that participants are likely to benefit
fully. If you would like to apply for this course, please
e-mail us and we will send you application and reference
forms via post or e-mail.
Cost of
the Programme
Further Information about Coming to St Beuno's
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