Corrymeela - Knocklayd Retreat Centre

by Christopher Tue Jan 13, 2009 12:40 pm

Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd February

The Grief Journey

A weekend providing support, understanding and advice through the grief and loneliness of bereavement. Led by Ivan Bell, Corrymeela Community, and the Knocklayd team.

Friday 6th – Sunday 8th March

A Quiet Lenten Retreat

Christ said, ‘Come away with Me and rest awhile’. Led by Gerry Cassidy, Cssr. and Anne Jack, Corrymeela Community.

Wednesday 11th / 18th / 25th March

Lenten Quiet Days

Seasonal Reflection in Knocklayd. All are welcome.

Friday 3th – Sunday 5th April

Gardening weekend (Spring and Autumn)

Enjoy a weekend working in Knocklayd’s beautiful gardens in exchange for food and accommodation. Led by Kate Graham, Carol Press, and Corrymeela Community.

Friday 17th – Sunday 19th April

Parents, Children and Sexual Identity

A weekend, led by parents, for parents struggling with issues around the sexual identity of a son or daughter. Led by Una Lount, Brian Treacy, and Corrymeela Community.

Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd May

Raising the Voice

The Knocklayd writers invite you to their writing weekend. Led by Damien Gorman, acclaimed writer.

Friday 29th – Sunday 31st May

Painting for Pleasure

These weekends are for those who enjoy painting / art and wish to experience the changing seasonal beauty of Knocklayd and Glenshesk. Led by Raymond Bakewell and the Corrymeela Community.

Saturday 6 June 2009

Knocklayd Open Day

We invite you to experience the best of the Knocklayd Centre. Join us for all, or part of the day, from 10:30am – 5:00pm.

Friday 26th – Sunday 28th June

Writing for Pleasure – ‘Just Write’

A weekend of reminiscing for those who would like to begin, or continue, to write ‘My own life story’. Led by Corrymeela community members Una Lount and Gill Michael.

Friday 10th – Tuesday 14th July

Walking Together

A long-weekend of rambling along the coast and through the Glens of Antrim. Non-resident participants are warmly welcome.

Friday 18th – Sunday 20th September

Painting for Pleasure

See details May 29 - 31

Friday 2nd - Sunday 4th October

Gardening Weekend

See details April 3 – 5

Friday 16th – Sunday 18th October

Thomas Merton Retreat Weekend

A ‘Time Apart’ for silence, prayer, contemplation and personal reflection.

Friday 13th – Sunday 15th November

Ennegram Weekend

Time Out to Find Yourself. A tool for improving self-knowledge and relationships. Led by Aidan Hart.

Friday 4th – Sunday 6th December

Advent Retreat

Preparation for Christmas with the Knocklayd Team. Join us for spiritual meditations and discussion, crafts, song and decorations.

Telephone: Ballycastle: 028 207 62626 Belfast: 028 9050 8080 Knocklayd: 028 207 51521