Craig Lodge Retreats 2016

Craig Lodge Retreats 2016 - a year of Jubilee
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest”
www.craiglodge.org
We look forward to welcoming you for a peaceful, prayerful, healing stay amongst the hills of Argyll, Scotland. We hope the retreats we offer will
deepen our faith and increase our wonder at God’s goodness and mercy. You are also welcome to come and stay simply to join in the daily prayer
life of the Community.
Retreats | Family Weeks | Youth Events | Pilgrimage
Craig Lodge Community
We Are A Charity
Craig Lodge Community is a group of people who have
chosen to walk the path of holiness together through prayer,
service and evangelisation in honour of Our Lady, Queen of
Peace. Some of us are young people who commit for one
year to grow in our faith and some of us live here
permanently, independently, near Craig Lodge. Together we
welcome people from all over the world to Craig Lodge
Family House of Prayer. Guests are welcome to join in the
daily prayer life of the Community – Divine Office,
Eucharistic Adoration, Rosary and Praise & Worship.
We are passionate about all our work: Family Life Ministry,
Youth Events, School Missions and giving young people a
life-changing experience of Community. We depend on the
donations we receive from guests who come on retreat to
fund all this work as well as keeping Craig Lodge up and
running. Thank you for supporting us with your prayers and
donations. Please encourage your friends to come and stay
too! We couldn’t do it without you. (Craig Lodge Trust
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Retreat List
12th- 14th February
Transformed by the Eucharistic – Craig Lodge Community
“The Eucharist sanctifies us, purifies us and unites us in a marvellous communion with God” Pope Francis. Join us for a weekend
of Adoration of the Eucharist, the opportunity for confession and a healing service. (£90)
SPRING YOUTH EVENTS
Preparing our hearts for Easter
Suggested donation £55 (family discount available)
26th – 28th February
Faith & Fun for Young Teens P7s-S1s
4th-6th March
Faith & Fun for Mid Teens S2s-S4s
18th-20th March
St Joseph- Tony Hickey
“Joseph played his part in God’s plan, and became a blessing not only for the Holy Family, but a blessing for all of humanity”
Pope Francis. Tony will help us reflect on the role of St Joseph (£90)
24th-27th March
Easter Triduum - Fr Martin Delaney
Come and celebrate Easter with the Community. The retreat draws on the beauty of the Liturgy as we accompany Jesus through
his Passion and on to his Resurrection on Easter Sunday. For 16-30s. (£65)
1st-3rd April
Divine Mercy Weekend - Craig Lodge Community
“I desire that the Feast of Mercy be a refuge and shelter for all souls and especially for poor sinners. On that day, the very depths
of My tender Mercy are open” St Faustina’s Diary A weekend to honour the Divine Mercy (£90)
4th-8th April - Family Week with Antoinette Moynihan from ‘Children of the Eucharist’
15th-17th April
The Year of Mercy - Bishop John Keenan
The word ‘Jesus Christ is the face of the Father’s mercy’ sums up the Christian faith. In Him God our Father, Rich in Mercy, has
become visible. The God who is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love has never ceased to show,
in various ways throughout history His love for us in this definitive way. In this Year of Mercy our retreat will immerse us in the
mystery of God’s mercy as the life of the world. (£90)
29th-1st May
Mary and the Trinity and Communion of Persons – Sr Mary Trinity SOLT
We are all called through our baptism to enter more deeply into relationship with the three persons of the Trinity and so to live
a deeper communion of persons with each other. Mary as Beloved Daughter of the Father, Mother of the Son and Spouse of the
Holy Spirit best mirrors this communion to us and teaches us how to live it. (£90)
6th-8th May
Inner Healing & Renewal- Fr Michael Ross & Noel/Aidan Byrne
A weekend of personal inner healing and renewal: talks, a healing service and an inter-generational Healing Mass for the family
tree. (£90)
13th-15th May Pentecost
Waiting with Mary for the Holy Spirit – Craig Lodge Community
“All these were persevering with one mind in prayer with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren.”
Acts1:14. Join us for a weekend of prayer, Adoration, praise and intercession in the company of Mary as we ask her to prepare
our hearts and minds for a fresh outpouring of the Holy Spirit (£90)
27th-29th May - Family Weekend
3rd-5th June
Mercy at the Heart of the New Evangelisation - Gary Stevens
Evangelii Gaudium challenges every Christian to be actively engaged in evangelisation. Pope Francis teaches that the task of the
New Evangelization and mercy needs to be proposed again and again with new enthusiasm, especially during this Extraordinary
Year of Mercy. The retreat provides hands on training and formation in Evangelisation. All welcome! (£90)
11th-17th July, 18 th-23 rd July
Married Couples Retreats from the Love & Life Programme with Fr Jay Szymczak
“Look, the courageous ones!' Because you need courage to love each other as Christ loves the church," Pope Francis
Come with your children who will be looked after for part of each day to allow you to attend talks & workshops. Devised by the
Family Support Foundation this program is designed to equip couples with the knowledge and to live out the beautiful vocation
of marriage. (Adults £250, 11-16s £80, <11s donation)
25th-29th July
Icon of Christ Pantocrator – Basia Mindewicz, Edinburgh School of Icon Painting
Five days of intensive icon painting/writing workshops. We will focus on icon painting as a spiritual practice not only a form of
art and allow the technique and tradition of iconography to lead us into prayer. Basia is an experienced icon painter and teacher
who was trained in Poland and has been teaching in Poland and Scotland since 2008. (£200)
29th-31st July
Peace, Justice, Preservation of Creation & the Mystery of Christ - Fr Lawrence CFR
“Let everything that breathes praise the LORD!” Psalm 150. Fr Lawrence, a Franciscan Friar of the Renewal, will lead us in a
reflection on Pope Francis’ encyclical,’ Laudato Si – on Care for Our Common Home’ (£90)
8th-12th August - Family Week
15th – 21st August
The Fundamental Retreat – Foyer De Charité Team led by Mgr. Keith Barltrop
“Silence is really the ‘cloud’ that covers the mystery of our relationship with the Lord, our holiness and our sins. We cannot
explain this mystery, but where there is no silence in our lives, the mystery is lost, it goes away. Guard the mystery with silence!”
Pope Francis This five day silent retreat is a chance to spend time with Jesus and return to our daily lives enriched and
enlightened by Him.(£280)
26 th-28 th August
Inner Healing & Renewal- Fr Michael Ross & Noel/Aidan Byrne
A weekend of personal inner healing and renewal: talks, a healing service and an inter-generational Healing Mass for the family
tree. (£90)
2nd-4th September
Creation Renewed: The Mysteries of the Rosary – Roy Schoeman
Noted author, theologian and convert from Judaism, Roy Schoeman draws on his deep love of Our Lady to show how the
mysteries of the Rosary renew relationships between mankind, God and all of his Creation. (£90)
9th – 11th September
The Holy Spirit and Healing – Joe Dalton
Joe’s healing ministry has taken him to many places and he is a regular visitor to Craig Lodge. This is a weekend of prayers for
healing; for yourself, your family and your ancestors. (£90)
12th – 16th September
Prayer, Parable, Poetry and Praise! - Fr Kevin Murphy
For those interested in reading and writing that reflect the Catholic faith. No previous experience of writing is necessary but
there will be precise guidance on parables, poetry, prayer, psalms and song with an emphasis on the Holy Spirit at work in
creativity. A great opportunity to hear the Word and find your own words. Fr Kevin Murphy taught English and Creative Writing
for many years before becoming a priest. (£200)
16th – 18th September
Inner Healing – Canon Fraser
“The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because He has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim
release to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, to proclaim the acceptable
year of the Lord” Luke 4:18-19. Will you allow Jesus to bring healing into your life? The weekend will include individual prayer
ministry (£90)
23rd – 25th September - Family Weekend
30th – 2nd October
Healing Wounded Emotions – Fr Pat Deegan
Do you struggle with your emotions? Are you stuck in the past? Have you been hurt by life? Fr Pat will talk about these issues
and lead a healing service. (£90)
14th – 16th October
Introducing the Servant of God, Luisa Piccarreta (Part 5) – Tony Hickey
Introducing the Servant of God, Luisa Piccarreta, and the Gift of Divine Will. Tony will continue his series exploring how Jesus
instructed Luisa to operate the gift of the Divine Will. (£90)
17th -21st October - Family Week
11th-13th November
The Mystery of the Diary of Saint Faustina/ Angels - Divine Mercy - Fr Peter Prusakiewicz CSMA
This weekend is a chance to reflect on the spirituality of St Faustina and her faithfulness to spreading the message of Jesus’
Divine Mercy. Fr Peter is from the congregation of St Michael the Archangel, Poland and was spiritual Director to St Faustina’s
convent. (£90)
YOUTH ADVENT RETREATS
Get ready for Christmas!
Suggested donation £55 (family discount available)
18th -20th November
Advent for Young Teens P7s- S1s
25th – 27th November
Advent for Mid Teens S2-S4
2nd – 4th December
Advent for Young Adults 16+
Family Weeks/Weekends
Come and be refreshed as a family - the place where holiness is
born.
The Community will organise activities for your children allowing
you to take part in talks. There will be daily Mass & prayer times
tailored to children, with plenty of time left over for fun and
relaxation.
Weeks Adults: £160, 11-16s: £80, Littlers: donations
Weekends Adults: £75, 11-16s:£25, Littlers: donations
No family should feel they cannot come because of the cost.
“Everything about the week we spent with you was simply amazing, remarkable,
joyous, generous, awesome and truly memorable”
Medjugorje Pilgrimages
Members of the Community will be travelling out to Medjugorje several times next year. You are welcome to join them! We can
offer you advice on accommodation and travel and are happy to accompany you while there. This might suit anyone visiting
Medjugorje for the first time. Dates are: May11-18 th, June 8 th-15 th , early October tbc.
Craig Lodge Family House of Prayer
Craig Lodge Family House of Prayer is a Catholic Retreat Centre in the village of Dalmally, set amongst the beautiful mountains
and lochs of Argyll on the west coast of Scotland. It is run by Craig Lodge Community. We offer a varied programme of
organised retreats but we are also delighted to welcome guests who just want to enjoy a quiet few days of prayer and reflection.
Craig Lodge is often described by guests as “a home from home”. We look forward to welcoming you during your stay with us.
Argyll is a popular holiday destination. Walkers and nature lovers can enjoy the wild open spaces and you don’t have to go far
from our beautiful gardens to be in with a chance of spotting hares, red deer, golden eagles or red squirrels. Craig Lodge is also
en route for those making a pilgrimage to the Isle of Iona. The Community recently inaugurated St Conan’s Pilgrim Way which is
a walking route from Craig Lodge to Iona. We are always happy to support pilgrims on their journey!
Getting Here
We are happy to collect guests from the station or bus stop
Train – There are trains daily from Glasgow Queen Street to Dalmally (Oban is the final destination). www.nationalrail.co.uk
Bus – There are buses daily from Buchanan St bus station, Glasgow to Dalmally throughout the year and bus services from other
departure points during the summer. www.citylink.co.uk
Plane – the nearest airport is Glasgow International. Glasgow Prestwick is an hour south of Glasgow centre but is well
connected by bus and train services as is Edinburgh Airport.
Booking Your Stay at Craig Lodge
T: 01838 200216 E: [email protected]
Cost of Your Stay at Craig Lodge
We suggest the following donations towards the cost of your stay:
Retreat Weekends - £90 per person (Single Room £100) Week-long retreats vary so check brochure.
Youth Events - £55/65 per person
Mid-week stay - £35 per person, per day, full board
Booking Deposits - £40 per person. (These are non-refundable and can be paid by cheque, made out to ‘Craig Lodge Trust’ or by
credit/debit card)
If you feel you cannot meet the full suggested donation please discuss with us at the time of booking. We don’t want anyone to
feel they cannot afford to come and stay at Craig Lodge.
CONTACT DETAILS
Craig Lodge Family House of Prayer
Dalmally, Argyll, PA33 1AR
T: +44 (0) 1838200 216 E: [email protected]
www.craiglodge.org
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