Dwelling in my love: The clown school for welcoming joy

• The clown welcomes each person where they are with humility and tenderness, allowing themselves to be inspired.
• This week invites you to learn from the clown, an unexpected and deeply liberating path for exploring love and joy.
• Letting yourself be caught by the unpredictable: far from convention, the clown invites us to let go, to welcome the unexpected, and to celebrate our vulnerability as a strength.
• It is in this space of freedom that we can allow ourselves to be surprised and discover ourselves in a new light.

From August 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM to August 22, 2026 at 4:00 PM

An invitation to silence and study of the Word: beyond laughter, the art of the clown connects us to a form of authentic presence.

• Times of silence and study of the Word will be offered to help us internalize this experience, nourish our souls, and draw from the source of love.
• Creative joy through the art of the clown: through playful and nurturing workshops led by Geneviève Pichevin, clown and trainer, you will explore the fundamentals of clown play. The goal is not to become a circus artist, but to rediscover the child within, to let the creativity and spontaneity that live in each of us come forth, and to offer that joy.
• A spiritual journey: accompanied by Father Benoît Sevenier, Eudist, we will connect this inner exploration to a deep spiritual dimension.

This retreat is an opportunity to taste a simple and profound joy, to free ourselves from our masks, and to let ourselves be transformed by the power of love, in a beautiful setting and a warm, welcoming atmosphere open to all generations.

Speakers: Father Benoît Sevenier, Eudist; Geneviève Pichevin, Clown and personal development trainer

• Lauds at 8:30 AM
• Vespers at 6:40 PM
• Mass on weekdays at 11:30 AM every day
• Mass on Sunday at 11:00 AM
• Meeting and confession with a priest by appointment

Practical information

• If you have a dietary requirement: please indicate it at registration so the kitchen can accommodate it.
• Bed linens and towels are provided by the center and placed on your bed.
• Wi-Fi is available throughout the facility.
• Please bring your Bible (if you have one), a notebook, and a pen.
• The 12-hectare park, the library, and the lounge are available to all retreatants.

Getting here

• By car from Redon: head toward La Gacilly, then La Roche du Theil (La Roche du Theil - Google Maps)
• By train: TGV station in Redon - the station is 6 minutes from the center. Taxi available.
• Upon arrival, please check in at the reception desk to collect your key.

Financial contribution

• Contribution to expenses: 7 days / 614 € (tourist tax not included)
• The retreat price includes accommodation, meals, the meeting room, and the speaker.
• To confirm your registration, a deposit of 30% of the retreat cost will be required. In the event of cancellation by the participant, any amount paid to the center is non-refundable, except in the case of cancellation by the center.

The cost should not be a barrier. If you are facing financial difficulties, please do not hesitate to contact us.