The Franciscan Missionaries of the Divine Motherhood, who are an international missionary congregation of Catholic women who seek to proclaim with their lives the joy and freedom of the Gospel in the spirit of Francis and Clare of Assisi. Our programme of events offers participants the opportunity to experience the Beauty, Goodness and Generosity of God in a reflective hospitable Franciscan environment. Through retreats, quiet days, workshops, guests can take time alone or with others to enjoy the gift of the sacred book of creation entrusted to us by a personal and loving God.

We offer a place of welcome and safety that allows for a deepening of your relationship with God. Take quiet time away from the haste and hurry of everyday life to listen deeply to your heart’s desires. All are welcome here. Bursaries are available.

Our Values https://franciscancentre.org.uk/about/vision-mission/
Dignity of the Human Person
Respect and Care for Creation
Inclusiveness
Peace Making
Reconciliation and Healing
Simplicity

Accommodation https://franciscancentre.org.uk/facilities/accommodation-types/ 
Stay in our beautifully decorated single, twin, and double rooms, each with ensuite bathrooms. For those who prefer a self-catering experience, we also have apartments. Our accommodation exudes a sense of space and calm, making it perfect for those seeking solace from the hustle of daily life.

Prayer, Communal and Meeting Room Spaces https://franciscancentre.org.uk/facilities/facilities-overview/ Franciscan Centre Ladywell is a house of quiet with a number of prayer spaces, communal spaces and meeting rooms, which include our Main Chapel, Creation Chapel, Tau Prayer room, Parlour rooms and Lady Jacoba (shop, tea and coffee). The Dun Scotus Conference Room and Greccio Room have AV facilities that can sit up to 80 guests and 40 guests respectively.

6 Day Individually Guided Retreat (IGR)
IGRs are a time to step away from the busyness of life, into a space of quiet and listening in order to hear the gentle voice of God in your life. Daily meeting with a spiritual director. Suggested Offering £520.

14th January to 21st January 2024
11th February to 18th February 2024
17th March to 24th March 2024
19th May to 26th May 2024
23rd June to 30th June 2024
18th July to 25th July 2024 (Thursday)
22nd September to 29th September 2024
20th October to 27th October 2024
24th November to 1st December 2024

Individual or Group Bookings
It is possible for individuals or groups to use our beautiful facilities. Please enquire for more information.

Monthly Events
Monthly Days of Reflection with FCL team.
Monthly Taizé Prayer Service.
Please enquire for more information.

Programme of Events
Full details of each programme can be found on our website https://franciscancentre.org.uk/upcoming-events/

16th – 18th February 2024
Lent Retreat
Fr. Caoimhín Ó Laoide OFM
Suggested Offering: £180
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/lent-retreat-2/

15th – 17th March 2024
Praying the Passion – Living the Gospel
Brian Purfield
Suggested Offering: £180
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/praying-the-passion-living-the-gospel/

28th – 31st March 2024
Easter Triduum Retreat
FCL Team
Suggested Offering: £255
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/easter-triduum-retreat/

5th – 7th April 2024
Becoming Easter People: Living in faith, hope and love
Christopher Chapman
Suggested Offering: £180
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/becoming-easter-people/

7th – 12th April 2024
Icon Workshop – Painting and Prayer
Sr. Annette Lawrence
Suggested Offering: £450
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/iconography-painting-workshop/

10th – 12th May 2024
Learning to Speak from a Franciscan Heart: 21st Century Language
Br. William Short OFM
Suggested Offering: £180
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/learning-to-speak-from-a-franciscan-heart-a-21st-century-language/

14th – 16th June 2024
Reflections in the Mirror – Clare’s Letters to Agnes of Prague
Brian Purfield
Suggested Offering: £180
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/reflections-in-the-mirror-clares-letters-to-agnes-of-prague/

20th – 23rd June 2024
Ecofluency Experience: Rediscover your ability to communicate with Nature
Saskia von Diest
Suggested Offering: £395
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/ecofluency-experience-at-the-franciscan-centre-2/
5th – 13th August 2024

5th – 13th August 2024
St Bonaventure’s “The Souls Journey into God”
Fr. Andre OFM and Josef OFS
Suggested Offering: £680
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/st-bonaventures-the-souls-journey-into-god-8-day-program-with-fr-andre-ofm-and-josef-ofs/

22nd – 25th August 2024
Exploring Spirituality in the context of an evolving universe, an endangered earth, in the Christian tradition
Sr Colette Kane OP
Suggested Offering: £255
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/love-is-his-meaning-at-prayer-with-julian-of-norwich-2/

18th – 20th October 2024
Theme TBC
Jane Mellet
Suggested Offering: £180

8th – 10th November 2024
Love is his meaning: At prayer with Julian of Norwich
Christopher Chapman
Suggested Offering: £180
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/love-is-his-meaning-at-prayer-with-julian-of-norwich/

6th – 8th December 2024
Advent Retreat
FCL Team
Suggested Offering: £180
https://franciscancentre.org.uk/event/advent-retreat-2024/

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