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How does Advent help us grow spiritually?

A retreat to take time to prepare for Christmas

25 – November 27, 2026 La Roche du Theil Spiritual Center Ille-et-Vilaine 12 places
How does Advent help us grow spiritually?

Preparing to more fully live Advent and Christmas, that exceptional gift of God in the birth of his Son.

Living this mystery through an artistic tableau that will take us on a journey through the entire Bible.

  • An audiovisual approach where art, the Bible, and theology become accessible.

  • "Christmas" in the Old and New Testament

  • Being moved by the beauty of music and the beauty of images

  • Living and sharing experiences in small groups

  • Time for oneself, and times of communal prayer.

  • Meditation

  • Bringing the Word of God to life in my life today.

Programme

Facilitator: Father Eric Kouamé KOYET, Superior of La Roche du Theil.


Times for prayer and confession:

  • Lauds at 8:30 AM

  • Vespers at 6:40 PM

  • Mass on weekdays at 11:30 AM every day

  • Mass on Sundays at 11:00 AM

  • Meeting and confession with a priest by appointment

Practical information

Preparing for your stay

  • The retreat/session price includes accommodation, meals, the room, and the speaker. The cost should not be a barrier. If you are facing financial difficulties, please do not hesitate to contact us.

  • To confirm your registration, a deposit of 30% of the retreat cost will be required. In the event of cancellation, any amount paid to the Center remains with the Center, except in the case of cancellation by the Center.

  • If you have a dietary requirement, please indicate it at the time of registration so that 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 grounds, the library, and the lounge are available to all retreatants.

  • If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. During your stay, a staff member will be available at the front desk.

Getting here

  • Upon arrival, please check in at the front desk to collect your key.

  • By car from Redon: head toward La Gacilly, then La Roche du Theil (La Roche du Theil - Google Maps)

  • By train: Redon TGV station, located 6 minutes from the center. Taxi available.

Rate per person, full board: 166 €

Getting there

Train

The center is 7 minutes by car from the Redon TGV station (Paris is 2 hours 15 minutes from Redon by train).

Car

30 minutes from Vannes, 45 minutes from Rennes and 50 minutes from Nantes.

Bike

You can follow the Brest to Nantes canal, it's magnificent!