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Benedictines Mixed 4 days

Advent retreat: journeying toward Christmas

An Advent retreat at Sainte-Lioba Abbey to prepare for Christmas, with two teachings and the community's prayer.

4 – December 7, 2027 Sainte Lioba Abbey Bouches-du-Rhône 11 places
Advent retreat: journeying toward Christmas

Journeying toward Christmas, at the rhythm of monastic prayer

Journeying toward Christmas, the mystery of a God who chose to become one of us.

  • With Sister Elaiè, from Sainte-Lioba Abbey: hearing God say to us: "Do not forget to call upon me; it is out of love for you that I sent my own Son into the world."

  • With Sister Yahasdi: that with Jesus, my heart may say to God: "Father, our Father."

Programme

From December 4 (2:00 PM) to December 7 (12:00 PM), at the rhythm of the monastic life of the brothers and sisters of Sainte-Lioba Abbey.

Practical information

Practical details

  • From December 4 (2:00 PM) to December 7 (12:00 PM)

  • Accommodation on a full board basis

  • Single room or twin room for couples

  • Please bring sheets and towels if possible

Suggested offering

Please contact the abbey

Getting there

Train

Train to Simiane-Collongue (direction Aix-en-Provence from Marseille). Pickup from Simiane station may be available depending on your arrival time.

Car

Parking available 50m from the abbey

Bike

By bike, a short uphill stretch awaits you at the end!