The fatherhood of God and our human fatherhoods

A unique and foundational experience, in the light of the Gospel, 6 days in silence to grow in faith, pray, celebrate, or begin a new journey.

• Reflect on the meaning of your existence.
• Step back before making important choices.
• But also, breathe, rest, and find comfort in the midst of our busy lives.

From Sunday, August 16 at 7:00 PM to Saturday, August 22 at 10:00 AM - preached by Bishop Jean-Pierre Batut, auxiliary bishop of Toulouse.

• Two to three talks per day
• Daily Mass
• Lauds
• Free adoration
• Rosary
• Prayer vigils with personal reflection activities offered.

Opportunity to meet with a priest (for confession or a conversation) or a lay person trained in listening and spiritual guidance.

Opportunities for walks in and around the grounds, through a landscape of gentle, wooded hills.

Meals served with music, generous and varied. Special diets available on request.

Important information

• Full board.
• Please bring your own bed sheets (or rent a set for €5), towels, a cloth napkin and a napkin ring if possible, your medications, outdoor shoes for enjoying the countryside, your Bible (available to borrow on site), and something to write with.
• Accommodation in single rooms; a few double rooms available. Pillowcases and blankets provided on site.
• The Foyer de charité is located halfway between Toulouse and Bordeaux. We will pick you up at Agen train station if you are traveling by train.
• By registering, you commit to respecting everyone's privacy and to participating in the retreat in its entirety.

Suggested offering

The cost is left to your discretion, in good conscience, according to your means.

For reference, one day of full board costs us €55.