So I’m not defeated by my weakness, but delighted! For when I feel my weakness and endure mistreatment—when I’m surrounded with troubles on every side and face persecution because of my love for Christ—I am made yet stronger. For my weakness becomes a portal to God’s power.
2 Corinthians 12:10 TPT
Welcome
For over a decade, I have been privileged to experience the transformative power of staying at monasteries and participating in guided monastic retreats throughout the UK. These times of solitude, prayer, and reflection have been profoundly life-giving, providing me with the spiritual nourishment and peace I need as I seek to follow Christ more closely.
Whenever I return from these retreats, I am often met with comments from friends and colleagues expressing a longing to experience something similar but feeling unsure of where to start. Their desire for a deeper connection with God and a quiet place for reflection became the inspiration for Monastic Retreats.
This project was born from a deep desire to help others connect with the rich spiritual heritage of monastic communities. My hope is to create a bridge between lay people, clergy, and these communities, offering the opportunity to experience the same peace, rest, and sense of belonging that has been so nourishing for me. Through this platform, I also aim to provide spiritual formation resources designed to encourage and deepen your walk with the Lord—whether through our weekly devotionals, fortnightly podcast, monthly newsletters, or seasonal journals.
It is my sincere prayer that whatever you find here will serve as a source of encouragement, inspiration, and strength on your pilgrimage of faith.
Monastic Retreats
