About the retreat

In a world that often prizes independence and performance over presence and depth, we are invited to rediscover what it means to be truly connected—to others, to ourselves, and to God.

Beloved is a weekend retreat for young women (college-aged and young professionals), designed to deepen your understanding of relationships—from friendship and family to romantic love and your relationship with Christ. Through prayer, engaging talks, the sacraments, and genuine fellowship, this retreat is a space to grow both humanly and spiritually.

Whether you're just beginning your faith journey or already walking closely with the Lord, this retreat offers a chance to pause, reflect, and be renewed.

Retreat Theme: Love & Relationships

This year’s theme centres on the essential human need for relationships. We’ll reflect on:

• The gift of friendship and the call to love as Christ loved
• Human love and divine love—what they are and how they help us flourish
• Jesus and His friends: learning from His example in the Gospels
• Navigating the dangers of individualism, FOMO, and superficial connections
• Preparing for marriage as a path of love and self-gift
• The importance of healing, forgiveness, and freedom from past wounds
• Wisdom from thinkers like C.S. Lewis, St John Paul II, and Jacques Philippe on love, freedom, and vocation

You’ll be encouraged to see all relationships as opportunities for personal growth and for encountering God’s love more deeply.
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What to expect

Throughout the weekend, you’ll experience:

• Daily Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, and Benediction
• Opportunities for Confession and spiritual direction
• Guided meditations and time for silent prayer
• Thought-provoking talks tailored to this year’s theme
• Small group discussions and time to connect with other women of faith
• Two retreat streams:
  
  • Beginners’ Retreat: for those newer to the faith or looking to reconnect
  • Veterans’ Retreat: for those seeking to go deeper in prayer, discernment, and mission

All set within the tranquil and beautiful grounds of Lismullin, offering both rest and renewal.

Schedule of the weekend

Friday
8.00 pm – Registration. Unpack & Unwind.
8.30 pm – Welcome Session - In the Company of Christ: Learning to Love and Be Loved - Catherine McMahon
9.15 pm – Meditation  – Seek Christ
Supper afterwards

Saturday
8.45 am – Meditation - Find Christ
9:15 am – Breakfast
10.00 am – Meditation - Know Christ
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Priest available for Confessions and/or Spiritual Guidance
11.00 am – Keynote - The Art of Discernment: Choosing with a Free and Loving Heart - Marta Prados
12.15 pm – Holy Mass
1.15 pm – Lunch
3.00 – 3.45 pm – Testimonies - Encountering Mercy: How God’s Love Transforms Our Story  
4.00 – 6.00 pm – Meditation with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament – Be with Christ
Priest available for Confessions and/or Spiritual Guidance
6.15 pm – Dinner
7.00 pm – Fireside Chat – The Adventure of Love: Walking Together with God – Miriam & Joseph
9.00 pm – Hygge by the Fire – Singing in the Light
→ nods to the Danish hygge (“term” of cozy togetherness) with a spiritual glow.  

Sunday
9.15 am – Meditation - Love Christ
9.45 am – Breakfast
10.45 am – Keynote - Set Free to Love: Healing the Heart for True Connection - Maire Cassidy
10:30 am – 12:00 pm – Priest available for Confessions and/or Spiritual Guidance
12.00 pm – Holy Mass
1.15 pm – Dinner
2.30pm - Meditation - Stay with Christ
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Who is this retreat for?

This retreat is for young women (aged 18–35) who:

• Are seeking deeper relationships—both human and divine
• Want to grow in authentic friendship with Jesus Christ
• Are discerning their vocation or preparing for marriage
• Long to heal and move forward in freedom
• Are looking for like-minded women who share their values, faith, and desire for growth

Whether you come with friends or on your own, you’ll find a welcoming and supportive community.
We look forward to welcoming you to this time of grace, healing, and friendship.

Come as you are. Leave renewed.

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Facilities

• You will have your own room with en-suite bathroom
• Sheets and towels provided
• All meals are provided, and you can make a cup of tea/coffee any time you wish
• A full library of spiritual books available to you while you are doing the retreat
• Beautiful chapel, sitting rooms, and conference room.
• Small gym with indoor basketball and/or tennis court.
• You can go for walks on the beautiful grounds

Price

€232 (all inclusive: accommodation and meals)
€80 Student/Unemployed

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What others have said…

“The beloved retreat was a perfect balance between time alone with God and guided talks and meditations. It was a lovely experience to be with so many young women passionate about deepening their relationship with Jesus. Lismullen is the perfect setting and lends to the retreat’s contemplative atmosphere. ” — Cathy

“The beloved retreat was brilliant! I would recommend it to all young women. It is a great reminder of the love God has for his daughters.” — Maria

“It was the best retreat that I’ve been on. The talks were amazing! And very easy to follow. The weekend was well planned and the accommodation and setting was just perfect! I look forward to the next one with a lot of enthusiasm...I would thoroughly recommend for young women to attend in the future!” — Anne

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