Don't forget it's National Retreat Week (renewall.org.uk) this week! And if you can't get away, have you thought about joining an online retreat? There's an APR one on 14-15 Nov, and dozens more listed on promotingretreats.org #retreat

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Shallowford House Retreat & Conference Centre in Staffordshire. Their next 'Quiet Monday' is on 13 Oct, or why not make a longer retreat there this autumn? Find out more on shallowfordhouse.org #prayer

On this feast of St Matthew, apostle and former tax collector, we pray for all who struggle with money, for those responsible for collecting it today, and for all involved in fundraising for good causes. When did you last reflect on how you spend your resources? promotingretreats.org/membership

Have you read our autumn newsletter yet? It's full of info about upcoming retreats and other news and events - read it now on promotingretreats.org/wp-content/u...

Have you read our autumn newsletter yet? It's full of info about upcoming retreats and other news and events - find it on promotingretreats.org!

'Come to me all you that are weary' - a pre-Advent retreat for clergy at Whitchester Christian Centre from 10-14 Nov. Book your place now on www.whitchester.org.uk #retreat #clergy #Advent

Make time to reflect and pray this autumn with a retreat or quiet day. There are dozens listed on our website, promotingretreats.org. Where will you go? #prayer #retreat #quietday

The last Individually Guided Retreats (IGR) at the Franciscan Centre Ladywell this autumn is from 27 oct - 2 Nov. Why not join it? franciscancentre.org.uk/upcoming-eve... #retreat #prayer

In our cycle of prayer, we pray today for Chris Whittington, and all who pray with him at The School of Contemplative Life. Why not join one of his weekly online meditation groups or in-person retreats, or find out about his new book? It’s all on schoolofcontemplativelife.com #prayer #meditation

The APR AGM will be held on 23 October at Saint Columba's House, Woking and via Zoom. Visit promotingretreats.org/resources to find out more or book your place.

Merciful God, through the death of your beloved Son you transformed an instrument of shame into a sign of hope and glory. Receive all we bring before you this day, and renew us in the mystery of his love. Amen. #prayer

A retreat is taking time out to pause, breathe and reset the rhythm of our lives. It is a time to trust in God more, to nourish our souls, and check-in with life’s direction (from ‘National Retreat Week, renewal.org.uk) Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #breathe #prayer

The Abbey Sutton Courtenay is holding its first holistic writing retreat from 15-17 October - why not join them? Find out more on theabbey.uk.com/events/ #retreat #creative #writing

There are still a few places left at the Open Pathway Retreat Centre's silent retreat from 31 Oct... Would you like space to be still and pray? Find out more or book your place on openpathwaycentre.org #retreat #prayer #silence

It's nearly National Retreat Week - renew:all! Find somewhere for your own quiet day or retreat on promotingretreats.org, or why not explore some of their excellent online resources and have your own quiet time at home! renewall.org.uk #prayer #retreat

Looking for some quiet space to reflect, pray and enjoy the Cornish coastline? Book your autumn retreat at the Haven with the Posbury St Francis Trust. Find out more on psft.org.uk/accommodation

Are you a spiritual director? The London Centre for Spiritual Direction has just released its autumn programme of events and training - register now to refresh or begin your practice! lcsd.org.uk

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for the Franciscan community at Glasshampton friary (Worcs), and for all who seek refreshment with them. Find out more on franciscans.org.uk @monknunanglican.bsky.social #prayer #retreat

For God alone my soul waits in silence, for my hope is from him (Ps 62.5). Retreats offer time to be alone with God, to take stock of life and listen for Him in peace and silence. Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #prayer #silence

A Retreat is an oasis of peace and quiet in the hurly-burly of life where, for a few days, ordinary people have time to think about God, themselves and their lives in an atmosphere of relaxation and prayer (APR archive 1966). Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #prayer

Explore the Lord's Prayer with a Quiet Day at Shallowford House Retreat & Conference Centre (Staffs) on 16 Sept. Book your place by visiting shallowfordhouse.org #retreat #quietday #prayer

The stunning icon of the Woman at the Well is visiting @sheldonretreat.bsky.social this month and will be on public view - why not spend some time praying with it, or join a Quiet Day there on 1 Oct? All info and bookings on www.sheldonretreat.com/visit/icon. #retreat #prayer

Please pray for APR Trustees as they meet today, and as they prepare for their AGM on 23rd October. Find out more on promotingretreats.org #prayer

Are you looking for some creative space to write this autumn? Join a creative writing retreat at Quiet Waters Christian Retreat House from 26-28 Sept. More info and bookings on www.quietwaters.org.uk/creative-space #retreat #creative

Retreat houses reflect the biblical call to 'show hospitality to strangers', and by doing so, 'some have entertained angels without knowing it' (Heb. 13.2). Today we thank God for the ministry of all retreat houses and pray for their wardens and staff. Where might you go? promotingretreats.org

Are you at a crossroads in life? Or looking for direction? Retreats and 'Individually Guided Retreats' (IGRs) can help you listen for God's promptings and focus your prayers... find one that suits you on promotingretreats.org #retreat #newdirection

Look ahead to the new term and coming of autumn with an online quiet day on Tuesday 9 September. Find out more on www.oasisdays.org.uk, or email [email protected] #retreat #quietday #online #prayer

Explore the bible story of the raising of Lazarus with Donna Worthington in person at Hyning monastery in Lancashire on 30 Sept, or online on 3 Oct. Find out more on www.christianretreats.live #retreat #online #prayer #spirituality

'Retreat is what we do to have the breath and space to see the face of the present moment' (Retreats 2016). Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #prayer

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Our online calendar has been updated with dozens of new retreats, quiet days and other events happening this autumn... where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #quietday #prayer

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Sarum College in Salisbury, and for all starting new courses there this autumn. Have you thought about expanding your horizons with further study? Find out more on sarum.ac.uk

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Sarum College in Salisbury, and for all starting new courses there this autumn. Have you thought about expanding your horizons with further study? Find out more on sarum.ac.uk #prayer #retreat #theology

On this Feast of St Bartholomew, we pray for all who 'with joy and boldness preach the gospel', and for strength that we may also be 'drawn to the fire of God's love'. Make time to pray with a retreat - promotingretreats.org #prayer #retreat

Are you looking for a new challenge? Visit our website to find out about exciting opportunities at APR member retreat houses - promotingretreats.org #retreat #newstart

Register now to join a monthly Women's Spirituality group at The Bield at Blackruthven near Perth. Or find out more about what they offering this autumn on www.bieldatblackruthven.org.uk/new-events-p... #retreat #prayer #spirituality

The next creative art day, entitled 'Created to Shine', at Holland House will be on 1 Sept. Find out more or book your place on hollandhouse.org/programme/ #quietday #retreat #creative

Reflect creatively on the writings of Julian of Norwich with an online retreat from 14-15 November. Find out more on julianofnorwich.org #retreat #julianofnorwich @juliansshowings.bsky.social

National Retreat Week is coming up soon, promoting dozens of retreats and quiet days online and across the country! Where might you go? What might you do? Find out more on www.renewall.org.uk #retreat #prayer

In our cycle of prayer, we pray this week for Nigel Evans (Warden), and for all who live, work or seek refreshment at Rydal Hall in the Lake District. Their next quiet day will be on 23 Sept - find out more on www.rydalhall.org/events #prayer #retreat #prayeroftheweek

Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus (Phil 4.6-7). Where might you pray? promotingretreats.org

There are still a few places left for the APR Autumn retreat with Bishop John Stroyan at Saint Columba's House, Woking, from 21-23 Oct... Find out more, or book your place on promotingretreats.org/apr-autumn-r... #retreat #autumn

The next quiet day at St Chad's House, Leek, will be on 12 Sept, reflecting on the life of St Aidan. Book your place by emailing [email protected] #retreat #quietday #prayer

'Retreats... renew the relationship of the soul with God, providing a sense of spaciousness and tranquility that is conducive to praying and to thinking' (APR archive 1962). Where might you go? promotingretreats.org #retreat #prayer #spirituality

Do you enjoy knitting? Why not knit and pray with others at a creative knitting retreat at The House of Prayer, East Molesey, from 19-21 Sept? All info and bookings on www.christian-retreat.org/our-programme

Discover how trees can deepen our connection with the Creator and enhance our own support systems with a special retreat at The Retreat House, Pleshey from 7-9 Oct. All info and bookings on www.retreathousepleshey.com/events #retreat #trees #creation

Looking for some time of solitude to pray and just 'be' with God this summer? Why not come and stay in the pod at the Coach House Kilmuir Trust, near Inverness? Find out more on coachhousekilmuir.org/344/Summer-2... #retreat #solitude #prayer

In our cycle of prayer, we pray for Priest without Portfolio, and for all who attend her Petite Retreats. If you prefer to be independent, why not try a Retreat-in-a-Box? Find out more on priestwithoutportfolio.com #retreat #prayeroftheweek

My soul finds rest in God; my hope comes from him. Truly he is my rock and my salvation; he is my fortress, I will not be shaken (Ps 62. 5-6). Where might you pray, and find rest and hope this summer? promotingretreats.org #retreat #prayer

'A retreat involves withdrawal from our ordinary everyday business and concerns, in order to pay attention to God alone' (APR archive 1962). With 80+ retreat houses on our website to choose from, where might you go? promotingretreats.org #prayer #retreat #solitude