Glastonbury Abbey Retreats Program 2024-25
Glastonbury Abbey's in person only guided retreats are listed below. It should be noted that our retreat facility has bedrooms on multiple floors with no lift. Access to some bedrooms may be difficult for those with mobility issues. Please contact* the registrar if you have concerns. Click here for more information or contact the retreat office at *781-749-2155 x300 or email retreats@glastonburyabbey.org.
Two Special Programs with Christina Leaño!Associate Director of the Laudato Si' Movement What Does Contemplation Have to Do with the Climate Crisis? Evening program: Thursday, May 8, 7:00 pm Extreme heat, forest fires, climate migrants. News of the impact of the climate crisis is all around us. Yet Pope Francis indicates that “the best antidote against this misuse of our common home is contemplation.” What does contemplation have to do with solving the climate and environmental crises? This program is offered in person at the Morcone Center and online via Zoom. Suggested donation: $20. Click here to register. |
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Praying with Creation: Contemplative Practices in Nature for Healing Weekend retreat: Friday, May 9, 6:00 PM through Sunday, May 11, 1:30 PM Come experience a weekend of contemplative practices in nature on the beautiful grounds of the Abbey. The flora will be in full spring bloom! There is nothing like a glorious spring morning to remind us of the gifts of God’s creation. If gratitude is your response, how do you show your thanks to the Divine Gardener? Are you at a loss to discern ways to help protect our common home? Then join us for this weekend of prayer, practice and reflection. This program is offered in person only. Suggested donation: $300 includes 2 nights' accommodation and meals. Click here to register.
Simply Sacred Sunday: Day RetreatSunday, May 18, 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM Facilitator: Dee Davidson The day's activities will include Mind Body Awareness Stretch, Meditation, Journaling, Metacognitive Drawing and Restorative Yoga. Please bring: mat, blanket, eye pillow & journal. This program will be in-person only. Suggested donation: $70. Lunch will be provided. Click here to register.
Scriptio Divina: Poetry RetreatUsing Poetry as a means of Delving Deeper into the Word of God: “Scriptio Divina” Friday, May 30, 6:00 PM through Sunday, June 1, 1:30 PM Facilitator: John Hopkins, Obl. OSB Calling all writers! Would you like to get away for a few days of quiet, rest, reading, contemplation, and writing? Then join John Hopkins at Glastonbury Abbey fora few days of “Scriptio Divina.” Like “Lectio Divina,” “Scriptio Divina” is a way of responding to the Word of God in a contemplative manner. Bring your notebook and pen; bring a willing, sharing spirit; and be prepared to be blessed and refreshed! In-person only weekend retreat. Suggested donation: $250, includes 2 nights' accommodation and meals. Click here to register. |
