9-12 February New Directions Retreat Jack & Sandra Telfer
This retreat/workshop is for full-time Christian workers returning to the UK after ministry overseas or for an extended home assignment. It provides an opportunity to `unpack` the transition process and issues around adjustment in a context of group discussion, reflection and prayer within the beautiful setting of the retreat centre.
Penhurst Retreat Centre, Sussex
9-12 March 2026 Deeper, Higher, Stronger : like a tree by the waters – Jack & Sandra Telfer
Jesus encouraged us to consider the natural world around us to understand better the ways that God works in our lives. Using Biblical references to trees we will consider growth in our life with God that is natural, unforced and grace-filled. The retreat will not be silent but through a variety of facilitated sessions will provide space for individual reflection, prayer and time to rest in the lovely environment of Penhurst. There will be opportunity for individual time with Jack and or Sandra during the retreat.
Penhurst Retreat Centre, Sussex
16-19 April 2026 ATTENTIVE TO GOD Tony & Jilly Horsfall
Learning to pay attention to God is one of the main ways by which we are able to grow spiritually and enjoy a deeper relationship with him. Yet in a busy world, dominated by social media and the internet, we often find ourselves distracted and fragmented so that we lose the awareness of the Father’s presence and fail to hear his voice.
This retreat will explore through six Biblical stories why it is that we are so often distracted, and how we can learn to become more aware of the presence of God in our ordinary, everyday lives. We will learn how saints of old enjoyed God’s presence, and discover some practices that will help us as contemporary lovers of God to become more God aware.
There will also be times of reflective worship and the opportunity for personal accompaniment if desired.
Penhurst Retreat Centre, Sussex
18-22 May 2026 ATTENTIVE TO GOD Tony & Jilly Horsfall
Learning to pay attention to God is one of the main ways by which we are able to grow spiritually and enjoy a deeper relationship with him. Yet in a busy world, dominated by social media and the internet, we often find ourselves distracted and fragmented so that we lose the awareness of the Father’s presence and fail to hear his voice.
This retreat will explore through six Biblical stories why it is that we are so often distracted, and how we can learn to become more aware of the presence of God in our ordinary, everyday lives. We will learn how saints of old enjoyed God’s presence, and discover some practices that will help us as contemporary lovers of God to become more God aware.
There will also be times of reflective worship and the opportunity for personal accompaniment if desired.
The Greenhouse Christian Centre, Poole
4-7 June 2025 Emmaus Road Jack & Sandra Telfer
An opportunity to come aside and be with Jesus as we each consider our journey with him. Using a selection of Bible passages and a variety of reflective exercises there will be space to stop and be for just a while – to meet him where we really are, hear his perspective and for our hearts to burn again for the continuing journey. The retreat will not be silent but through a variety of facilitated sessions will provide space for individual reflection, prayer and time to rest. There will be opportunity for individual time with Jack and/or Sandra during the retreat.
3-6 September 2026 ATTENTIVE TO GOD Tony & Jilly Horsfall
Learning to pay attention to God is one of the main ways by which we are able to grow spiritually and enjoy a deeper relationship with him. Yet in a busy world, dominated by social media and the internet, we often find ourselves distracted and fragmented so that we lose the awareness of the Father’s presence and fail to hear his voice.
This retreat will explore through six Biblical stories why it is that we are so often distracted, and how we can learn to become more aware of the presence of God in our ordinary, everyday lives. We will learn how saints of old enjoyed God’s presence, and discover some practices that will help us as contemporary lovers of God to become more God aware. There will also be times of reflective worship and the opportunity for personal accompaniment if desired.
Penhurst Retreat Centre, Sussex
7-10 September 2025 Grace Space Jack & Sandra Telfer
An opportunity to step aside to be with ‘the God of all grace’ – Father, Son and Holy Spirit. We will take time to reflect on God’s grace in the various circumstances we face. We will explore how both accessing and standing in this grace is vital to our life and wellbeing in the Lord. The retreat will not be silent but through a variety of facilitated sessions will provide space for individual reflection, prayer and time to rest in the lovely environment of Stanton House. There will be opportunity for individual time with Jack and/or Sandra during the retreat.
16-19 November 2026 New Directions Retreat Jack & Sandra Telfer
This retreat/workshop is for full-time Christian workers returning to the UK after ministry overseas or for an extended home assignment. It provides an opportunity to `unpack` the transition process and issues around adjustment in a context of group discussion, reflection and prayer within the beautiful setting of the retreat centre.
Penhurst Retreat Centre, Sussex
