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Consecrated laity 6 days

"We have taken refuge in the hope set before us"

Rediscovering the treasures of Christian hope

19 – July 24, 2026 Chalet Notre-Dame des Refuges Savoie 30 places
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"We have taken refuge in the hope set before us"

A few days to (re)discover hope

Whatever your age or state in life, you may wish to:

  • take a break from your daily routine and enjoy free time to go walking in this magnificent mountain setting, very accessible to all
  • deepen the theme of Hope promised in faith, supported by teachings from Father Benoît Tertrais and times of communal or personal prayer

Programme

Welcome from 5:00 PM on Sunday the 19th, with Sunday Mass at 6:00 PM.

The retreat ends on July 24 at around 2:00 PM, after lunch and a time of sharing.

Two couples and a priest are at your service to help you live this retreat time in the heart of the mountains, in a deeply restorative setting that invites contemplation and praise.

Father Benoît Tertrais is a priest of the diocese of Lyon and a member of the Emmanuel Community.

Practical information

Don't forget

  • A Bible.
  • A notebook.
  • Hiking shoes.
  • Indoor shoes.
  • Bed linens (fitted sheet, duvet cover, square pillowcase).
  • Towels.

Each room has its own bathroom with toilet (single and double rooms).

Financial contribution

Free-will financial contribution (cost should not be a barrier to attending the retreat).

Each person gives according to their means. For reference, the full board cost is €60 per person per day (€90 for a married couple).

Getting there

Train

Notre-Dame de Briançon train station (20 minutes by car)

Car

Albertville: 30 min; Chambéry: 1 hr; Grenoble and Annecy: 1 hr 30 min; Lyon and Geneva: 2 hrs

Bike

Ride down the Grande Casse, the highest peak in the Vanoise massif!