Christmas Retreat

Retreat preached by Brother François de l'Immaculée, a Carmelite, for those who wish to live the night of the Nativity of our Lord in a spirit of holiness.

The atmosphere of recollection deeply moves the Christmas retreatants: these days are very prayerful. It can be cold, but the heating works well in the guest house.

During these few days, we will seek to enter into the mystery of the Incarnation of the Word. Why did the Word of God take on the human condition, why did he come into the world on Christmas Day 2,000 years ago? Therein lies the merciful folly of God, who desires to draw us into himself so that we may share in his own divine life.

Among the themes from the 21st to the 25th, we will explore:

1. Mercy

2. Creation as pure mercy

3. The original fall

4. The mercy of the Incarnation

5. The Incarnation restores us to our dignity as children of God

6. Our call to accept being drawn in

7. Surrender to his plan of love

8. We need not look far. He is at the heart of our families

• Retreat in silence, with silent meals on Saturday at noon and in the evening.

• One conference in the morning (1 hour) and one in the afternoon (1 hour).

• Participation in the Liturgy of the Hours of the Carmelite friars' community.

• Opportunity to go to confession and to meet the preacher during the retreat.

Who is it for?

• For Christians who wish to make a silent retreat, with preaching given by a Carmelite friar.

Practical details

• Please bring sheets and towels if possible (otherwise, available for 6 €).

• A cook prepares the meals.

• A small shop offers books on prayer, Carmelite jams, and Broussey wine.

Suggested offering

• 250 € for the retreat (full board and preaching).

• No card payments: please bring a check, cash, or bank transfer.