Retreat "Feeling God: savoring God with all five senses", workshops and Vittoz initiation

A discovery retreat to become more fully alive, to taste the presence and gifts of God in a way that lets His Heart speak to our heart.

A retreat co-led by a couple, a priest, the community, and friends of the Foyer: Vittoz initiation, meditations, workshops, prayer, and personalized accompaniment every day.

A retreat for those who are coming to faith and know nothing, and for those discouraged by sedentary work, fatigue, or any other reason.

For all adults aged 18 and over, alone or as a couple, who want to live their faith with their whole body: a first approach to faith, a need to pause after a trauma, or a boost when facing routine.

• A guiding thread developed through teachings

• Creative expression workshops (nature, painting...)

• A daily meeting with a trained listener

• Personal and communal prayer

• Home-cooked meals, walks

• As a bonus, the Vittoz method

A participant shares: "I took it all in! Like someone starving who devours every bite! Each offering, each moment brought me insight in one way or another. I was touched by everything that was given, from the simplest to the most elaborate."

Schedule

• Arrival around 4:30 PM, start at 7 PM on the first day

• End around 10 AM, after the sending-forth Mass, on the last day

Practical details

• The Foyer, located halfway between Toulouse and Bordeaux, welcomes you with full board and home-cooked meals.

• Single rooms, with some double rooms: couples who wish to may be housed together. The vast majority of rooms have full bathroom facilities. Pillowcases and blankets are provided.

• If you are traveling by train, a Foyer shuttle can pick you up at Agen station: please indicate this when you register.

• By registering, you commit to respecting everyone's privacy and rest, and to participating in the full stay.

What to pack

• Your bed sheets (rental available for €5 per set if you are traveling by train; the size depends on your room, please check with the Foyer's secretariat)

• Your personal toiletries

• Your table napkin, with a napkin ring or holder if possible

• Your usual medications

• Shoes and clothing suitable for walking

• Your Bible, at least the New Testament and the Psalms (lending possible on site)

• Something to take notes with

Suggested offering

• The Foyer's material existence depends on the contributions of retreatants: financial participation is left to your discretion, each person gives in conscience, according to their real means.

• As a guide, full board (24 hours), including activities, costs the Foyer approximately €55 per day per person.

• If this represents a real difficulty for you, please mention it when you register.