Upcoming Programmes
The following are upcoming programmes in Manresa Jesuit Centre of Spirituality. You will find them grouped under the headings of Retreats, Courses and Events. Please don't hesitate to enquire should you not find the details you seek here.
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Government directive applies until Sunday 19 April 2020.
Manresa is currently not open to the public. A minimal staff works following the guidelines and expectations published... more
Friday 13 March 2020 to Monday 20 April 2020
Movies that Matter
The popular Movies that Matter series brings a new selection of films this year. Each film will be preceded by a brief introduction and followed by a discussion. For details of the films being shown... moreWednesday 1 April 2020
Holy Week Guided Retreat (03-12 Apr)
The Retreat will enable us to enter fully into the sacred drama of the church's holiest week. We are invited to accompany Jesus, as he reveals the depth and perfection of God's love for us. Michael... moreFriday 3 April 2020 to Sunday 12 April 2020
Oasis Day - 4 April 2020
Step aside from the ordinary into the lovely surroundings of Manresa for an Oasis Day. Each day takes place in an atmosphere of silence and comprises a number of elements: reflections, guided... moreSaturday 4 April 2020
Lent Prayer Evenings
These evenings create a ‘sacred space’ for you to open your heart to the Word of God, helping you to prepare to celebrate God’s great love for us. You can come for any one evening, or all six as you... moreTuesday 7 April 2020
8-day Directed Retreat (15-24 Apr)
The retreatant is offered the opportunity to meet with the director every day, to be accompanied their review of the prayer and reflection. 'Directed' or 'individually guided' retreats have become... moreWednesday 15 April 2020 to Friday 24 April 2020
Steps2Serenity: 12 Step Meditation and Prayer Evenings
Manresa offers an opportunity to people on twelve-step programmes to deepen their awareness of themselves as they seek to improve their conscious contact with God "as they understand him." For very... moreWednesday 15 April 2020
Pilgrim Ways
Do you think of your life as a journey?
Would you like to reflect on your Camino experience?
Do you find the Camino has some meaning for you?
How might walking make you wise?
The Irish... moreThursday 16 April 2020
Supervision Training for Spiritual Directors 2019-20
Manresa Jesuit Centre of Spirituality offers training in supervision for spiritual directors. Conducted in association with Together in the Mystery, an established supervision training programme, it... moreFriday 17 April 2020 to Tuesday 21 April 2020
Spiritual Direction (Second Year) [2018-2020]
This is, at its core, a formation programme, fostering a reflective approach to life and noticing God at the heart of it.
During the second year of the course central aspects of spiritual... more
Friday 24 April 2020 to Sunday 26 April 2020
Spiritual Direction (First Year) [2019-2021]
This is, at its core, a formation programme, fostering a reflective approach to life and noticing God at the heart of it.
During the first year of the course there is a focus on deepening your... more
Friday 24 April 2020 to Sunday 26 April 2020
To love the Earth (Brendan Comerford SJ)
We have only begun to love the Earth
Denise Levertov
Poets help us to notice beauty in the commonplace. Brendan Comerford SJ will guide your reflection on the lives and... more
Sunday 26 April 2020 to Friday 1 May 2020
Supervision Training for Spiritual Directors 2020-21
Manresa Jesuit Centre of Spirituality offers training in supervision for spiritual directors. Conducted in association with Together in the Mystery, an established supervision training programme, it... moreFriday 1 May 2020 to Tuesday 5 May 2020
Oasis Day - 2 May 2020
Step aside from the ordinary into the lovely surroundings of Manresa for an Oasis Day. Each day takes place in an atmosphere of silence and comprises a number of elements: reflections, guided... moreSaturday 2 May 2020
World Labyrinth Day 2020
Celebrate World Labyrinth Day on Saturday 2 May 2020 by walking our beautifully-situated labyrinth. This international day will be marked by a day offering information, reflection and guided... moreSaturday 2 May 2020
8-day Directed Retreat (08-17 May)
The directed retreat is intended to create an environment where you can meet God intimately and discover that you are uniquely loved and called by God. The retreatant is offered the opportunity to... moreFriday 8 May 2020 to Sunday 17 May 2020
Movies that Matter
The popular Movies that Matter series brings a new selection of films this year. Each film will be preceded by a brief introduction and followed by a discussion. For details of the films being shown... moreWednesday 20 May 2020
Steps2Serenity: 12 Step Meditation and Prayer Evenings
Manresa offers an opportunity to people on twelve-step programmes to deepen their awareness of themselves as they seek to improve their conscious contact with God "as they understand him." For very... moreWednesday 20 May 2020
Pilgrim Ways
Do you think of your life as a journey?
Would you like to reflect on your Camino experience?
Do you find the Camino has some meaning for you?
How might walking make you wise?
The Irish... moreThursday 21 May 2020
8-day Directed Retreat (22-31 May)
'Directed' or 'individually guided' retreats have become part of the core ministry of Manresa. The retreatant is offered the opportunity to meet with the director every day, to be accompanied their... moreFriday 22 May 2020 to Sunday 31 May 2020