Praying with crafty hands 2: Making my own blessing cross
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomWith Sister Marie-Christine Blessing comes in many forms. The sign of the Cross is the most significant. We can use all kind of materials to make our blessing cross: new or upcycling. Craft material will be provided, though you may like to bring material that inspires you or that you like to work with. No … Continue reading Praying with crafty hands 2: Making my own blessing cross
“Looking into the Art of Ignatian Prayer – 2”
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomExploring some of St Ignatius ways of praying using Art Materials. No special skills required! A workshop day with Mary Chamberlin. Mary Chamberlin is an experienced Spiritual Accompanier having trained on the London Course in Ignatian Spirituality and the Art of Spiritual Direction. She worked as an Art Therapist in Adult Mental Health in the … Continue reading “Looking into the Art of Ignatian Prayer – 2”
Praying with crafty hands 3: Creating a comforting prayer shawl.
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomWith Sister Marie-Christine We will learn how to make a 'virus' prayer shawl. No special skills required. Beginners and confirmed crocheters welcome. Leftover of yarns will be provided, though you may like to bring some of your own, if you have some idea of colour or material you wish to use. You can bring a … Continue reading Praying with crafty hands 3: Creating a comforting prayer shawl.
Wednesday Meditative evening prayer with Taizé Chants
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomThe time of prayer begins at 7.30 pm and lasts until about 8.30 pm. At 7.00 pm there is a song practice, for those who wish. There is no need … Continue reading Wednesday Meditative evening prayer with Taizé Chants
An Urban Oasis Silent Retreat : 8-Day, 5-Day or 3-Day
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomIndividually guided retreat (IGR) with personal accompaniment by a sister of St Andrew Come for a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 8 days Early booking essential for 6-8 Day retreats. For more information about what happens during the retreat click here Suggested donation: £40-£60 per 24 hours (Self Catering only) Arrive Friday 22 … Continue reading An Urban Oasis Silent Retreat : 8-Day, 5-Day or 3-Day
“Wonder and Hope in a time of Ecological Crisis”
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomA Day of reflection in the Season of Creation 1st September to 4th October With Sr Regula Arrivals from 10am for a 10.30 start finishing at 4pm Please bring a packed lunch Suggested donation: £ 20 - £ 30 Information and booking
A taste of Ignatian Spirituality: 1. Entering into prayer
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United Kingdom« It is not so much knowledge that fills and satisfies the soul, but the intimate understanding and relish of the truth. » (St Ignatius in the Spiritual Exercises SE 2) We continue to explore some elements of the Spirituality that St Ignatius bequeathed us on three Wednesday mornings. These elements are simple, practical suggestions that can … Continue reading A taste of Ignatian Spirituality: 1. Entering into prayer
Wednesday Meditative evening prayer with Taizé Chants
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomThe time of prayer begins at 7.30 pm and lasts until about 8.30 pm. At 7.00 pm there is a song practice, for those who wish. There is no need … Continue reading Wednesday Meditative evening prayer with Taizé Chants
A taste of Ignatian Spirituality. 2. Discernment
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomTrying to make sense of the contradictory thoughts and feelings within us. It is not only for big decisions that we need to be clear about what we really want. We sometimes find ourselves in private storms of emotions and thoughts which dialogue with or fight each other. How can St Ignatius help us to begin … Continue reading A taste of Ignatian Spirituality. 2. Discernment
Empty nest syndrome: Cancelled
St Andrew's 99 Belmont Hill, Lewisham, United KingdomPreparing and going through the transition with sister Marie-Christine A workshop day with input, sharing and personal times. Soon, my children are leaving the family home. Apprehension? relief? A mixture … Continue reading Empty nest syndrome: Cancelled