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FESTIVAL of MEDITATION & PRAYER

Our festival brings together clerics, academics, musicians and others with the purpose of leading us further on our spiritual journey. ‘Religion is the flight of the alone to the Alone.’ (Plotinus) There is nothing more important in this life than personal encounter with the Holy. Contemplative prayer or silence is the climax of Christian worship. God is to be sought and welcomed. His Presence is not to be confused with emotion in worship or prayer and talking about God is not the same as encounter with God.

It is always tempting to talk about prayer rather than pray. This is because praying can be very difficult. It takes time, energy, commitment and practice. Silent prayer can be especially challenging because it is difficult to remain focussed (or awake) and, at least initially, our failures and weaknesses can loom large in our consciousness. The festival is an opportunity to help you take the steps necessary to progress in private prayer. Through September 2010, the sanctuary will be open at advertised times almost every day. In candle light, silence and the beauty of the sanctuary there will be space for you to come along, use the printed prayer guides if you wish, and let your soul be stilled. At other times, there will be meditation and music and an exploration of visual theology.

Please see the full programme of events by clicking HERE