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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 16h

In our cycle of prayer, we pray for Alison Myers (Warden), Anna Walker (Deputy Warden), and for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Launde Abbey in Leicestershire. Find out more or book your visit on www.laundeabbey.org.uk #retreat

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 10/10/2026

Find out all about our 2027 Spring Retreat, to be led by Diarmuid O'Murchu, in our autumn newsletter (promotingretreats.org/wp-content/u...) - it's going to be held at Holland House in Worcs from 16-18 April 2027. There's more info on promotingretreats.org. #retreat

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 09/10/2026

'Christian life is simply a growth in Divine Friendship, and what friendship can be sustained, to say nothing of deepened, unless times are regularly given wholly to its development?' (APR archive 1960's). Is it time to book your next retreat? Find inspiration about on promotingretreats.org

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 03/10/2026

'Retreat houses provide rest and sustenance, and enable us to hear God’s voice more clearly'. So writes APR President, Bishop Guli, in our autumn newsletter. Read the whole article on promotingretreats.org, or visit our interactive online map for inspiration. Where might you go? #retreat

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 30/09/2026

Our autumn newsletter is now available on our website - visit promotingretreats.org/wp-content/u... to read our news and learn about upcoming events in 2027… #retreat

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 29/09/2026

We pray for the Trustees of the Association for Promoting Retreats as they meet with their new president, Bishop Guli (of the Diocese of Chelmsford, @chelmsdio.bsky.social), this morning. Find out more about them all on promotingretreats.org/about #retreat #prayer

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 27/09/2026

Taking time out to pause, breathe and reset the rhythm of our lives is invaluable. Retreats are a time to trust in God more, and to nourish our souls. You can still access National Retreat Week resources on renewall.org.uk, or visit promotingretreats.org for ideas of where or when to go!

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Archway @archwaywardens.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Bookings now open! Further details at www.laundeabbey.org.uk/event/2027-a...

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 23/09/2026

Did you know it's National Retreat Week this week? If you've never been on a quiet day or retreat before, now is the time to try one! Find out more on renewall.org.uk, or visit promotingretreats.org for inspiration...

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 22/09/2026

Leaving the Association for Promoting Retreats a legacy will help us continue to promote and finance retreats for future generations. It could save you tax, and will help us immeasurably. Find out more on promotingretreats.org/membership

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 20/09/2026

Do you have a space in your diary for a retreat, but don't know what's on offer on those dates? Check our online calendar - on promotingretreats.org - for retreats and quiet days near you... there are hundreds of events listed this autumn!

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 19/09/2026

National Retreat Week starts today! Find out more on renewall.org.uk, or why not visit promotingretreats.org to find a retreat or quiet day happening near you?

National retreat week runs from 19-26 September

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 17/09/2026

What is reverberating in your life right now? Make time to reflect on this with a Quiet Day at St Antony's Priory in Durham on 15 October. Find out more on ssm.org.uk/spiritualdev...

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 16/09/2026

Do you work in a Church of England school? Did you see our offer in this week's Church Times? Could we help finance your next retreat? Find out more on promotingretreats.org/bursary

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 13/09/2026

So God blessed the seventh day and hallowed it, because on it God rested from all the work that he had done in creation (Gen. 2.3) In Creationtide, we thank God for the beauty of our world and pray for better stewardship of the earth's resources. Where might you go this autumn? promotingretreats.org

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 12/09/2026

'In a retreat house, you are effectively protected from everything that makes life noisy and exhausting... for a few days you can relax into its delicious silence...' (APR archive 1965). Where might you go? Visit Promotingretreats.org to find your perfect retreat…

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 09/09/2026

Some feedback from a recent Retreat Bursary recipient: 'I left [my retreat] with a deep feeling of replenishment and renewal; my deepest gratitude to The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine for a memorable stay'. Could we help finance your next retreat too? promotingretreats.org/bursary

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 08/09/2026

Please pray for our Trustees as they gather for their annual residential at The Othona Community, West Dorset, and as they plan for events and increased outreach in the year ahead

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 07/09/2026

In our cycle of prayer, we pray for Hilary Garraway and her team as they prepare for the opening of the Hummingbird Retreat in Grenada. Find out more, or plan your stay, by visiting www.hummingbirdretreat.org.uk

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 06/09/2026

For you shall go out with joy, and be led forth with peace (Isaiah 55.12). Celebrate the new festival of 'Creation in Christ' with a retreat or quiet day at one of our beautiful retreat houses - such as here at Llangasty Retreat House in Wales - or visit promotingretreats.org for other options!

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 03/09/2026

'Retreats can give one an inner quietness and a new-found source of strength. As with all God's gifts, one receives all and more than one asks' (APR archive 1965). Where might you go? promotingretreats.org

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 04/09/2026

National Retreat Week (renew:all) starts soon! There will be lots of new resources for your own spiritual growth on their website from 19 Sept (renewall.org.uk), or why not book yourself a retreat or quiet day? Visit promotingretreats.org for inspiration!

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St Katharine’s Retreat House - Parmoor @retreatparmoor.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Only a few spaces still available for Amy's retreat here on the 18-20 September - can we encourage you to contact Helen to book your place. Email is bookings@srpf.org.uk or call 01494 881037. We look forward to hearing from you. www.srpf.org.uk/event/a-week...

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Beloved of God - Exploring our Christian Identity - with Amy Boucher Pye - St Katharine's Parmoor

We look forward to Amy leading her 4th retreat here at St Katharine’s Parmoor. Beloved of God – Exploring our Christian Identity What does it mean to be God’s beloved? […]

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St Katharine’s Retreat House - Parmoor @retreatparmoor.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

We hear about the increase of loneliness in leadership and the need/desire for friendships. Is that you, or someone you know? Consider, or encourage them, to book a place. We look forward to @sheridanvoysey.bsky.social leading this, his first retreat here. www.srpf.org.uk/event/making...

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Making Church Leaders’ Friendships Flourish - a retreat with Sheridan Voysey - St Katharine's Parmoor

Making Church Leaders’ Friendships Flourish A unique retreat for leaders at all levels “The most challenging thing about ministry is the loneliness, in life and work.” — Senior church […]

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 28/08/2026

Our online calendar has been updated with dozens of new retreats and quiet days this autumn - when can you take your next retreat? Visit promotingretreats.org for inspiration!

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 29/08/2026

What is a retreat? Are retreats for everyone? How might you benefit from taking a retreat? Find out more on promotingretreats.org/what-is-retreat - and then book one for yourself on promotingretreats.org/where

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 26/08/2026

The Trustees of @retreatparmoor.bsky.social are still looking for a new Kitchen Manager/chef. Could this be you? Visit www.srpf.org.uk/vacancies-vo... to find out more...

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 25/08/2026

'[My retreat] has been a blessed time of peace, rest and renewal. Everything was perfect, the staff were kind and lovely, and the food delicious and healthy’. Feedback from someone who received an APR bursary to support her retreat - could we help you? Find out more on promotingretreats.org/bursary

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 21/08/2026

Waiting can often feel frustrating, uncertain or even unproductive - how can we find God in the hidden and slower seasons of life? Join a 'Waiting Well' retreat day at Shallowford House Retreat Centre in Staffs on 3 September and find out! shallowfordhouse.org/events1/

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 20/08/2026

Feeling broken or despairing? There are still places available at Penhurst Retreat Centre's Divorce Recovery retreat from 16-18 October. Look forward with hope, and book your place now on www.penhurst.org.uk/programme

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 18/08/2026

Do you love gardening, and/or want to make a difference? Why not help out in the gardens of Wydale Hall in Yorkshire on Saturday 19 September? All info on www.wydale.org/events

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 19/08/2026

Feeling creative? Drop in at an 'Art for Wellbeing' afternoon one Thursday at The Royal Foundation of St. Katharine in London. Find out more on www.rfsk.org.uk/events

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 15/08/2026

'People often seem somewhat nervous at first of the pending silence [of retreat], but then they find it is a profoundly creative thing' (APR archive 1979). Retreats can offer silence, creativity or both... where might you go? promotingretreats.org

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St Katharine’s Retreat House - Parmoor @retreatparmoor.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Due to increasing numbers using St Katharine's Retreat House, we are looking to employ additional part-time housekeepers/general assistants to join this small, but hard-working team. Hours and days are variable. Email - office@srpf.org.uk or call 01494 881037 for more details

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 10/08/2026

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for the Community of the Resurrection at Mirfield, and for all who seek refreshment with them this summer. @monknunanglican.bsky.social

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 08/08/2026

National Retreat Week (renew:all) will be running again this year from 19-26 September. Where will you go? Find out more on www.renewall.org.uk, or explore our interactive map on promotingretreats.org

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 07/08/2026

Do you teach or offer pastoral support in a Church of England school? Would you like a retreat to rest, reflect and be renewed? If so, we offer bursaries of up to £150 for you to do just this... find out more on promotingretreats.org/bursary (and please do tell your teaching friends!)

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 05/08/2026

'A big thank you to everyone who made my retreat a reality. Words fail me. I truly appreciate all of you'. Some words from a recent recipient of one of our retreat bursaries. Could we help you too? Find out more on promotingretreats.org/bursary

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St Katharine’s Retreat House - Parmoor @retreatparmoor.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

The trustees are advertising 2 positions that will become available as Gill & I move on to new adventures- Retreat House Manager - Closing date: 12th August 2026 & Kitchen Manager/Chef - start in early September For job descriptions/details, please contact fellowship@srpf.org.uk

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 02/08/2026

From today's gospel reading: 'Jesus withdrew from there in a boat to a deserted place by himself' (Matt 14.13). We also need times to withdraw from the world, to take stock and pray. With more than 70 places and 600+ retreats listed on our website, where might you go? promotingretreats.org

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 25/07/2026

Are you a teacher in a Church of England school? Do you need a retreat now the school holidays have started to recharge your batteries? We can help finance this! Find out more (or share this with your friends) on promotingretreats.org/bursary

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 23/07/2026

Have you been wanting to go on retreat, but are worried about what it might involve? Why not join a Beginners' Retreat at The Retreat House, Pleshey from 5-7 October? Find out more, or book your place, on www.retreathousepleshey.com/events #retreat

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 23/07/2026

We pray for our friends at Saint Columba's House in Woking as they prepare for their Open Day on Sat 1 August - why not plan to join them! You are also invited to their regular evening meditation groups on a Tuesday evening - they restart on 8 September.

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 21/07/2026

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for Helen Stanton (Warden), and for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Holland House in Worcs. There are still places left for their Painting Retreat from 13-14 August. Find out more on hollandhouse.org/programme/

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 20/07/2026

Please pray for APR Trustees today as they gather together online - there are still places available to join our autumn retreat from 20-22 October. Find out more on promotingretreats.org/apr-autumn-r...

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Association for Promoting Retreats @promotingretreats.org · 19/07/2026

'In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength' (Isaiah 30.15) Find quietness and rest with a retreat this summer! There are more than 70 places listed on our website, promotingretreats.org, including here at the Reflections Gardens in Staffordshire

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