Word made flesh

Word made flesh – Celebrating the unity of body, mind and spirit: 26th April – 2nd May 2025

We’ve known for a long time that the body listens to the brain. Now we know what ancient spiritual practices intuited: that the brain listens to the body. 

We will explore the intimate relationship between the body and the brain by learning why body-based practices work and how different styles of meditation impact our well-being. And we’ll experience a variety of ways to honour and care for our whole selves. 

You will acquire skills during this week which have wide-ranging implications for our relationships and for our ability to be present to ourselves, God and the world.

Contributors

Rev Christopher Rowe is a Tai Chi instructor, Capacitar facilitator, Associate Member of the Iona Community and rector of Colston Milton Parish, Glasgow.

Rev Keller Hawkins is a therapist, with degrees in religion, theology, and counselling. A former Abbey volunteer, Keller’s interests lie in the intersection of embodiment, spirituality, care, and healing. She is passionate about cultivating practices of playfulness and resilience, embodied knowledge and insight, and collective wisdom that builds toward justice. 

Rev Sharon Edwards is a Presbyterian pastor, spiritual director and yoga/meditation instructor. Sharon is stretching her learning through continued study of the intersection of brain science, somatic awareness and spiritual practices.

Costs

6 Nights: £792 per adult, £396 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.