Retreat Days
These days are offered to take time aside to explore a particular theme or season. They are deeply rooted in the Christian tradition and each day will explore some Bible teaching, wisdom from the Christian tradition as well as providing space for an activity, questions, discussion and reflection on new ideas, habits or practices.
Each day includes lunch and is £62 per person.
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Words from the Cross
Friday 27th March
Between the four Gospels, Jesus speaks seven times from the cross. As we approach Holy Week and Easter, this retreat day will explore the words of Jesus from the cross, how they help us understand the focus of each Gospel and some of the ways we might travel with those words in the coming days.
The day will include a hands-on activity, Bible engagement and reflection.
Each retreat day runs from 10am - 3pm at St Chad’s Church Hall, Gifford’s Croft, Lichfield, WS13 7HD. There is parking available at the Hall. If you are coming by public transport it is a 20 minute walk from Lichfield City Station. Lunch and refreshments throughout the day are included.
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Identity, patriotism and Loving our Neighbour
Friday 24th April
The focus of this retreat day, the day after St George’s Day, is what it means to have a national identity and a Christian identity. Together we will explore our identity in Christ and patriotism; how the call to love our neighbours frames our love of country and how we understand ourselves as citizens of ‘two kingdoms’.
Each retreat day runs from 10am - 3pm at St Chad’s Church Hall, Gifford’s Croft, Lichfield, WS13 7HD. There is parking available at the Hall. If you are coming by public transport it is a 20 minute walk from Lichfield City Station. Lunch and refreshments throughout the day are included.
Retreat Days in partnership with Shallowford House
These retreat days take place at Shallowford House Christian Retreat Centre, Stone, ST15 0NZ. Booking is by contacting them at info@shallowfordhouse.org or 01785 760233. The retreat days run from 10am - 3.30pm with lunch included and participants are able to use the grounds and space at Shallowford House until 4.30pm. £35 per person.
Hung On the Tree: Holy Week and Easter Retreat
Monday 16th March
This retreat day in preparation for Holy week and Easter will exploring the tradition of the cross as a tree (Acts 5.30, 1 Peter 2:24). Reflecting on the crucifixion as a life-giving act for all of creation, we will explore the cycle of death and rebirth in nature and the extraordinary event of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection. The day will offer space to engage with these themes at the heart of our faith and how they connect us to God, nature and one another.
He’s got the Whole World in His Hands
Friday 18th September
In the season of creation tide this retreat day is offered to those who look to the Christian faith for a response to the challenges of the environment. The climate crisis can be overwhelming and scary, but throughout the day we will explore some of the resources from our tradition which help us to reconnect with creation as gift, our role as stewards of the earth, and God’s care for all that God has made. Focusing on God the Creator will be our starting point for thinking about ways to live lightly and faithfully on the earth.
In a manger meanly; preparing for a Gentle Christmas
Monday 23rd November
Revisiting the story of Jesus’ birth. this retreat day invites participants to prepare for a simple Christmas which is gentle on the planet and ourselves. Looking at alternative ways to symbolise and celebrate the world changing significance of God becoming flesh, we will consider letting go of some of the trappings of Christmas which are costly to creation, pockets, and even goodwill to refocus on the great gift of Good News.