"Does God the Merciful give meaning to life?"
Putting God back at the center of one's life.
A few days to refocus on what matters most
This spiritual retreat will seek to offer answers to life's great human and spiritual questions, as well as to the challenges of the contemporary world, through living teachings grounded in the Word of God and in experience. The teachings will be given by the founder of the Foyer Marie Jean.
During this time of human and spiritual renewal, you will also be carried by an atmosphere of prayer and silence and a carefully celebrated liturgy.
The presence of a beautiful park and the proximity of the forest, the discreet yet attentive care of the brothers and sisters who will share this spiritual retreat with you, preached for them as well, and the recollection of each participant, will open you to the mystery of the God of Mercy and of Life.

Programme
- Two teachings per day.
- Daily celebration of Mass and celebration of the Vigils of the Resurrection on Saturday evening.
- Opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and/or spiritual guidance.
- Time for rest, solitary walks, meditation, and silent prayer.
- Meals shared together with beautiful music in the background. Monday evening and Sunday midday meals are times for sharing.
Practical information
Important information:
- Arrival on Monday, August 17 between 4:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. (we can pick you up at the bus stop by the church in Les Essarts). The spiritual retreat ends after the Sunday midday meal (around 2:00 p.m.).
- Accommodation in single rooms (except for couples).
- Please bring something to take notes.
- You will find a New Testament in your room for your use.
- Bed linens are provided in the rooms, but we ask that you bring your own towels.
- We invite you to bring a white garment (shirt, sweater, scarf...) to celebrate the Resurrection, from Saturday evening through Sunday evening.
Financial contribution:
The contribution to expenses is freely given, but we offer an indicative range for the offering: from €440 to €560 per person for a six-day retreat.
Getting there
Rouen or Oissel train station (1.5 hours from Paris), then subway and bus – and a brother or sister can come pick you up.
25 minutes from Rouen (via the Sud III); 1.5 hours from Paris (via the A13); parking on site.
Possible for the adventurous!