Praying through God’s story: how to encounter God amidst life's busyness.A family day of renewal and discovery led by the Revd’s Joshua and Ashliegh Askwith Saturday 20th July10am to 3:30pm (refreshments from 9:30am)
Struggling to fit prayer into your family's schedule? Josh serves as the Vicar of Norbury Church, bringing his dedication and spiritual leadership to the community. With a heart for nurturing faith in everyday families, Josh is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and supported on their spiritual journey. Ashleigh, as a curate in three parishes - St. Thomas in High Lane, St. Martin's in Low Marple, and St. Paul in Compstall - brings a unique perspective and energy to her ministry. Trained in baby massage and baby yoga, Ashleigh combines her spiritual calling with practical skills to support families in various stages of life. Her passion for fostering faith in the midst of everyday challenges is evident in her dedication to creating innovative and family-oriented services, even amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Together, Josh and Ashleigh exemplify a dynamic partnership rooted in faith and service. With their seven-year-old child by their side, they embody the values of love, compassion, and inclusivity, striving to build a stronger and more resilient community of believers.
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Drawing Near4pm Thursday 1st - 4pm Friday 2nd AugustA 24 hour retreat led by Hannah and Timothy Hupfield
An opportunity, for anyone, to explore how we pray, and what prayer means for, and to, each of us.Over the 24 hours, we’ll hope to deepen our lives of prayer, drawing near, in faith, to that invitation from in Psalm 46 to ‘be still, and know that I am God’. The retreat will include time to study and discuss, as well as time to be silent as we delve into prayer and different prayer methods. We will consider the differences between methods of prayer, as well as why we might want - and need - to pray in different ways at different times, and during different circumstances in our journey of life and faith. There will be the opportunity to engage in prayer methods such as silence, beads, the Examen, Lectio Divina, art, music, wandering, and work – as we seek to uncover afresh how each can deepen and enhance our prayer lives. We'll seek to bring heart and mind together, when thinking about and engaged in prayer. Hannah and Timothy are both vicars in the east of the diocese. Previously Timothy was curate in a group of six churches in Worcester diocese. Hannah has been in university chaplaincy at two Cambridge colleges, and has spent some time in hospital chaplaincy. Hannah enjoys rosary making and other crafts, playing the clarinet, and exploring churchyards and all the fascinating memorials that can be found (memorial making was the subject of her MPhil). Timothy loves the colour pink, enjoys crocheting, plays the oboe, and has recently started doctoral research about the theology of tattoos. Together with their two children and dog, Tallis, they love escaping into the hills for long walks.
£130pp - Includes en-suite accommodation, all meals and refreshments.To find out about our Early Bird Discount or Bursary Scheme, or if you have any other questions, please contact the Foxhill team:01928 733777foxhill@chester.anglican.org |
The Quiet Path
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Finding God in Music4pm on Friday 18th October to 4pm on Saturday 19th October 2024A 24 hour retreat led by Catherine Cleghorn and Jill ElstonHow do you feel when you sing?Using music to help us think about how we experience time with God. This retreat will be practical, participative, theological and worshipful and will include silence and discussion. No singing experience is needed. Everyone is welcome.
Catherine came to faith after being dragged into a church choir rehearsal as a student. It took a while. When she was a child, she wanted to be a vet, but soon realised that she was far too squeamish and sentimental. Now she loves spending time with her increasingly large number of animals. The person that has had the greatest influence on her life is Christ. The last thing she would ‘give up’ is prayer. She would like to be remembered for trying to love the best that she can.
£150 - Includes en-suite accommodation, all meals and refreshments.To find out about our Early Bird Discount or Bursary Scheme, or if you have any other questions, please contact the Foxhill team:01928 733777foxhill@chester.anglican.org |
Individually Guided RetreatMonday 11th - Thursday 14th NovemberLed by the Chester Diocesan Spirituality GroupAn Individually Guided Retreat is an opportunity to set aside time and space to listen to God. It is also a space where someone will listen to you.After an introduction on Monday evening, the other days until Thursday morning will be in silence including meals. This silence is our gift to one another. Each day you will meet with a prayer guide to help you structure and make the most of your time, so there’s no need to worry if you haven’t experienced this type of retreat before. Your prayer guide will suggest ways to slow down and listen – to yourself and God.
Listening
Space
Rooms in Foxhill will be adapted to provide spaces for reflection and creativity. This is an opportunity to discern what God may be saying and doing in our lives. We recommend that you resist the temptation to bring tasks or books with you, but have the courage to set them aside for a couple of days so that you can rest.
Prayer Guides
Please note: A silent retreat may not be helpful if you are going through a time of recent bereavement or particular stress. Other support may be more appropriate. £290 - Includes en-suite accommodation, all meals and refreshments.To find out about our Early Bird Discount or Bursary Scheme, or if you have any questions, please contact the Foxhill team:
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Longing for LightAdvent Retreat 20244pm Friday 29th November - 2pm Sunday 1st DecemberLed by the Right Reverend Sam Corley, Bishop of Stockport* Very limited places remaining *Ahead of all the busyness of Christmas, a chance to step aside in order to be renewed in hope as we reflect on how the coming of God in Christ is good news for all the world. As we reflect on the traditional themes of Advent we will explore together how the coming of God into the world fulfills both the promises of scripture and the deepest needs and desires of the world.
£220 - Includes en-suite accommodation, all meals and refreshments.To find out about our Early Bird Discount or Bursary Scheme, or if you have any other questions, please contact the Foxhill team:01928 733777foxhill@chester.anglican.org |
Icon Painting Retreat10:30am Tuesday 22nd - 4pm Saturday 26th April, 2025Led by the Reverend Christopher PerrinsWhether you are an accomplished artist or you struggle to draw stick figures, you will find our Icon Painting Retreat a rewarding experience.In an atmosphere of prayer, you will be guided, step by step, through the process of creating an icon. Christopher is keen to ensure that his retreats are accessible to people who have never painted before, as well as the more experienced. In the article ‘Made in his image: the popularity of icon retreats’ from the 11th May 2018 edition of the Church Times, Christopher said, ‘We tend to start with the easiest method, the proplasmos technique, which is more associated with the Greek tradition, where you begin with the darker colours, layering the paint until you get to the lightest colours…’ His retreats are… ‘certainly not just for artists, and, in fact, non-artists almost find it easier, because they don’t have to unlearn anything.“ Some quotes from the 2023 participants: All materials will be provided, including brushes, pigments, eggs, gessoed boards (sanded and ready to be painted), and gold leaf. Christopher was ordained deacon in 2003 and priest in 2004. He served in a number of parishes in the Diocese of Liverpool. He has a Diploma in Icon and Wall Painting from the Prince’s School of Traditional Arts. Having always enjoyed art in one form or another, he first painted an icon in 2005 at a course given by Christi Paslaru.” Includes ensuite accommodation, all meals and refreshments, tuition and icon materials. Please note, the early bird discount is not available with this retreat.To book, to find out about our bursary scheme, or if you have any other questions, please contact the Foxhill team:
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