Journey to 2030 Network Meeting: Tuesday 26th May (online)
A welcoming online forum for connection, collaboration, and inspiration around integral ecology. These network meetings offer space to share ideas, projects, challenges, and hopes, as we explore how Church communities can respond to the cries of the earth and the poor.
Joining us for this meeting is Fr Emmanuel Katongole, co-founder of the Bethany Land Institute, an NGO in Uganda (www.bethanylandinstitute.org/). Fr Emmanuel is a Professor of Theology and Peace Studies at the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, IN, and the author of several books concerning the intersection of Africa, the environment, and reconciliation.
Time: 7pm to 8pm (online)
Free to attend – registration required: journeyto2030.org/registration/
In-person day retreat: Joy of Limits
“Unless these things are appreciated artistically they are not appreciated at all.” G.K. Chesterton
The retreat will be a day full of contemplation, talks, discussion, observational and imaginative drawing and sharing some simple food. There is no need to be an accomplished artist to enjoy the day, even those who think they can only draw a stickman will find a day of calm reflection and fellowship.
“The Joy of Limits” is led by Sr MaryAnne Francalanza, a Faithful Companion of Jesus and director of the FCJ Centre for Spirituality and EcoJustice, and John Paul de Quay who is an illustrator and director of the Ecological Conversion Group charity.
In case you missed us earlier this year, we are excited to offer a second opportunity to explore the materials from our debut ‘Art of Limits’ retreat held in February
Location: FCJ Centre for Spirituality and EcoJustice, 32 Phoenix Road, Somers Town, London NW1 1TA
Event date: Saturday 6th June
Event type: In-person Day Retreat
Day begins: 10am
Day end: 4pm (Optional Vigil Mass at 4:30pm)
Further information and purchases tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/JoyofLimitsJune26
Residential Retreat: Recreation!
To celebrate the Jubilee Year of St Francis, together with Sr Margaret Atkins of Boarbank Hall, we are running a retreat to re-energise those who are committed to living their faith in hope.
Join us for a week of talks, art, walks, liturgy and gardening
Dates: 1st–6th October (with an optional extension to 8th October for additional rest and reflection)
Location: Boarbank Hall (Allithwaite, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7NH)
Cost: £100-£170 per night (depending on room size, see rates here), donation only for low earners.
For more information and how to book, visit www.boarbankhall.org.uk, or email Sr Margaret on [email protected].
