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SUMMARY:Spring Work Week 2027
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n\nAs spring emerges\, our staff and volunteers come together to reawaken the Abbey accommodation\, preparing it for the guests and visitors of the coming season. We’d love for you to be part of this special experience! \n  \nThis discounted week is perfect for energetic people who enjoy hands-on\, practical work and don’t mind getting their hands a little dirty. \n  \nThroughout the week\, you’ll become part of the Abbey’s rhythm—balancing meaningful work with worship\, shared meals\, and opportunities for connection. Each day brings a variety of tasks\, from gardening and painting to deep cleaning and preparing worship spaces. Every effort you make will help to create a welcoming environment for those who will stay in the months ahead. \n  \nPast participants speak of the joy of working together on a common task\, forming new friendships\, and sharing plenty of laughter. There’s also time to unwind and explore Iona. Guests often enjoy experiencing Iona during these quieter days before the tourist season begins. We end the week with a ceilidh celebration— always a highlight! \n  \n“I loved the thought that we were participating in preparing the way for others to grow throughout the upcoming season.” – Previous Work Week participant \nIf you can’t join us in spring\, we also offer a Work Week in the autumn (30th October–5th November) as we prepare the Abbey for the quieter winter months. \nCome and be part of this special week—we’d love to welcome you! \n  \nCosts \n\n6 Nights: This week is offered at a rate of £600 or a concession rate of £300.\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-03-06%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-03-12%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/spring-work-week-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270313T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270319T090000
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SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 or £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-03-13%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-03-19%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/13th-march-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270320T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270323T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
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SUMMARY:Time and Space 3 Nights
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur three-night stays are perfect for anyone who would like to dip their toes in and try out what it’s like to live in community at Iona Abbey. It offers just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \nCost \n3 Nights: £480.00 per adult or £240 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-03-20%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-03-23%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-3nights-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270324T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270330T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
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SUMMARY:Experience Easter on Iona
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]24th March – 30th March 2027 \nAuthor and activist Brian McLaren asks us to consider the following: \n‘Easter could be the annual affirmation of our ongoing resurrection from violence to peace\, from fear to faith\, from hostility to love\, from a culture of consumption to a culture of stewardship and generosity … and in all these ways and more\, from death to life. What if our celebration of Easter was so radical in its meaning that it tempted tyrants and dictators everywhere to make it illegal\, because it represents the ultimate scandal: an annual call for creative and peaceful insurrection against all status quos based on fear\, hostility\, exclusion\, and violence?’ \nJoin us this year for deep reflection and joyful celebration as we journey through Holy Week together and take the transformative hope of Easter into our lives and our world. \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-03-24%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-03-30%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/easter-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270403T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270409T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T140259Z
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SUMMARY:Moving in a Just World
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]We live in a world where human rights are deliberately dismantled for monetary gains\, a world increasingly reliant on technology and targeted algorithms which distance us from our humanity\, a world in which powerful people accumulate wealth and resources for their personal gain only. Those who cannot keep up are left behind. \nHow do we move in a world like that? How can we move differently? How can we cultivate empathy and justice\, equality and connection with nature\, faith in the world\, and each other? \nThrough the medium of dance\, we will explore how movement can be a medicine for our humanity\, how it can help us discover freedom\, and how it connects us to our community and our environment. \nProgramme leaders Nada and Catherine will interweave elements of movement with the story of the indigenous people of Palestine. Nada will draw from her own family history and deep connection to Palestine. Catherine and Nada both believe that movement and dance can help us find a way to live well in a complex world. Nada says: “When I dance\, it instantly brings me a feeling of equality\, without the barriers that comes with having a disability\, as well as the freedom from the oppressive nature of being colonised and oppressed as a Palestinian.” \nWhether you are an experienced dancer or think you have two left feet\, this programme is designed to be accessible for all. Come and join us to explore how justice and movement connect in a week of joyful community and deep connection. \n  \nProgramme Leader \n \nNada Shawa is a Scottish–Palestinian creative and cultural voice who draws on both her Scottish upbringing and Palestinian roots\, she explores themes of belonging\, memory\, and political consciousness\, bringing a nuanced perspective to conversations around diaspora and cross-cultural experience. \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-04-03%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-04-09%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/moving-in-a-just-world/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270410T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270416T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T135936Z
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SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-04-10%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-04-16%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-6/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270417T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270423T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T135642Z
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SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-04-17%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-04-23%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/timeandspace-17042027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270424T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270430T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T135407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T135407Z
UID:61428-1808582400-1809075600@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-04-24%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-04-30%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-24042027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270501T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270507T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T135129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T135129Z
UID:61434-1809187200-1809680400@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-05-01%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-05-07%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/timeandspace-01052027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270508T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270514T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T134645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T134645Z
UID:61413-1809792000-1810285200@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Praying in Flesh and Bone
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Praying in Flesh and Bone aims to widen our understanding and practice of prayer through paying attention to the physical body. \nDuring this week\, we will learn how the body accompanies us in prayer through preparation (breath work)\, setting intentions (for reflection)\, focus (centering images and gestures)\, expression (movement)\, and anticipation (gestures of invitation). \nWe will explore how attention to the body enhances our ability to pray within our faith tradition with openness to all others. In conversation and exploration\, we will attend to how the body can support prayers that invite us to: hold\, heal\, and hope. \nThe human body\, individually and in community\, will become a rich medium for connecting to God\, our inner self\, others\, and creation. \nSome mobility (e.g. ability to transition between standing and sitting) is required\, but we will offer accommodations for ranges of ability. \n  \nProgramme Leader \n \nMiriam Y. Perkins\, Ph.D.\, is Professor of Theology at Emmanuel Christian Seminary teaching graduate courses in residence and online. She is an ordained minister\, yoga instructor (YRT 200 & stretch coach)\, and lover of all things outdoors. She and her spouse grow and share a large neighborhood garden from their home in the United States. \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-05-08%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-05-14%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/praying-in-flesh-and-bone/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270515T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270521T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T134153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T134153Z
UID:61439-1810396800-1810890000@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-05-15%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-05-21%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/timeandspace-15052027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iona.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/15-May.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270522T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270528T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T133751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T133751Z
UID:61443-1811001600-1811494800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-05-22%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-05-28%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/timeandspace-22052027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270529T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270604T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T133402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T133402Z
UID:61446-1811606400-1812099600@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nBooking Information for this week: \nWe’re sorry this Time and Space week is already fully booked through a partner organisation – more information soon.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/timeandspace-29052027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iona.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/29-May.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270605T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270611T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T132957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T132957Z
UID:61463-1812211200-1812704400@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Columba Week 2027
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Flawed\, ambitious and uniquely charismatic\, Saint Columba emerged from the sorrow of exile to become the foremost figure of his time\, establishing a thriving religious and creative community that shaped the history of Iona and the Celtic Christian tradition. \nColumba’s story and legacy still speak to us today\, offering vital and soulful practices to help us meet the modern world with compassion\, presence\, and wisdom. \nJoin us for a week of celebration and investigation\, including expansive discussion\, contemplative practice\, sacred music\, and connection with the land of this island. \n  \nProgramme Leader \n \nRev. Simon Ruth de Voil is an ordained interfaith/interspiritual minister. As a sacred musician\, spiritual mentor\, retreat and worship leader\, he incorporates chant\, ritual\, storytelling and mindful practice to create a space for profound connection and sacred witness. \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £1\,152 per adult\, £576 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-06-05%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-06-11%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/columba-week-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iona.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270612T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270618T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T132408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T132408Z
UID:61471-1812816000-1813309200@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-06-12%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-06-18%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-june-12/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iona.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/12-June.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270619T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270625T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T132002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T132002Z
UID:61474-1813420800-1813914000@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Active Hope
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Following Joanna Macy’s ‘Work That Reconnects’ framework\, this week offers the opportunity to engage with three stories of our time: Business as Usual\, The Great Unraveling and the Great Turning. \nThroughout the week\, we will learn about and move along a “Spiral Journey”\, beginning with Gratitude\, followed by Honouring our Pain for the World\, Seeing Things with New Eyes and Going Forth with Renewed Energy. \nMoving through the Spiral is a practice that can be repeated whenever we feel frustrated or stuck in a world of ongoing and increasing suffering and injustice\, the climate crisis being our focal point. \nThe programme will give us a number of tools and practices that we can take into our own lives and use whenever there is a need for renewed hope. There will be guided meditations\, group exchanges\, and a variety of creative practices\, including an easy-to-learn dance. \nMost of the programme will take place indoors\, but we will also make use of the beautiful surroundings to help us to relate to our environment in a holistic way\, an integral part of the place and interwoven in the fabric of creation. \n  \nProgramme Leader \n  \nMonica Mueller-Roemer is a retired system analyst and project manager. These days\, she leads and organises Spiritual Retreats in the Anglican/Episcopal Church. She is a member of the Climate and Creation Care Ministry in the Episcopal Church in Europe and a Member of the Iona Community. Monica lives in Frankfurt\, Germany. \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-06-19%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-06-25%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/active-hope/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270626T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270702T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T131441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T131441Z
UID:61479-1814025600-1814518800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Seabirds\, Sundew and the Spirit
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]From corncrakes to gannets\, from marsh orchids to sea ferns and from seals to the increasingly rare heath snail\, summer on Iona provides plenty of look out for. In the course of this week we will be exploring different habitats and using our observational skills as we combine bird watching with plant hunting in search of the island’s fascinating wildlife. In our sessions we will be learning not just how to recognise the birds and plants but some of the stories behind them\, including their folklore. We will using all this as we explore a spirituality of the environment based on attentiveness and awareness and a reciprocal relationship with the earth\, how this is manifested in various cultures and how we can develop a contemporary approach that combines past tradition with present experience in order to help us confront the current environmental crisis. \n  \nProgramme Leader \n  \nBob Gilbert is an environmental writer and broadcaster\, his books include ‘The Green London Way\, ‘The Missing Musk‘ and ‘Ghost Trees’. His work for BBC Radio 4 includes ‘The Sussuration of Trees‘\, and ‘The Passion: a Pilgrimage in Plants’. An Associate Member of the Iona Community\, Bob is a Quaker living in London. \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-06-26%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-07-02%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/bird-week-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270710T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270716T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T130337Z
UID:61486-1815235200-1815728400@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Wild Goose Resource Group Week 1
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nAn interactive week exploring creative\, participative and playful ways to worship\, led by the Wild Goose Resource Group – Jane Bentley\, Iain McLarty and Jo Love. A highlight of the Iona Abbey Programme each year. \n  \nProgramme leaders\n\n\nJo Love brings curiosity about Bible explorations\, deeper conversations\, and the art of well-shaped and well-led worship. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nIain McLarty is an experienced church musician in a broad range of styles\, with extensive experience working with the Church of Scotland and the World Council of Churches. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\nJane Bentley specialises in inclusive music-making\, community building and social connection. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nCosts \n6 Nights: £1\,152 per adult\, £576 concession. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-07-10%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-07-16%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/wgrg-week1/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270717T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270723T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T130013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T130135Z
UID:61507-1815840000-1816333200@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:YouthFest
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Are you looking for a summer adventure unlike any other? Then join us for YouthFest on the Isle of Iona! \nOur YouthFest programme is open to anyone aged 14-17. For a week\, you’ll be living in an ancient abbey on a beautiful\, remote island and get to look at life through a completely new lens. \nGet ready to explore the island and its beautiful beaches\, to make new friends and discover new things about yourself and the world\, to ask big questions and to have fun\, whether it’s during creative workshops or a Scottish dancing ceilidh. \nWhoever you are\, wherever you’re from\, you belong and have a place here! \n  \n\nBooking Information: \nIona Abbey fully booked through a partner organisation. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/youthfest-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270724T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270730T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T125533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T125533Z
UID:61514-1816441200-1816938000@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Week 2027
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]A special week for Members of the Iona Community to gather on the Isle of Iona. This week offers a chance to reconnect with the Community’s commitment to peace\, justice\, and the renewal of worship. \nWhether you’re long connected or a new Member\, all Members of the Iona Community are welcome to this unique week of faith and fellowship. \nPlease note you must be a Member of the Iona Community to attend this week\, find out more about membership here. \nMore information to be announced. \n  \nBooking Information: \nIona Abbey fully booked through a partner organisation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/community-week-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270731T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270806T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260411T125308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T125308Z
UID:61550-1817046000-1817542800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Families Week 2027
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Calling all children and young people and their parents\, grandparents\, godparents and other important adults in their lives: \nCome and join us for our families week\, a programme designed for families of all shapes and sizes! \nYou’ll be living in an ancient abbey on a remote and beautiful island full of exciting plants and wildlife. We’ll have lots of time to explore the island\, to have fun and play games together\, to work on craft projects at the big refectory tables\, to join in daily task teams to keep the Abbey running\, and to be a part of our worship services. \nWhether you’ve come to Iona many times or whether you’ve never been\, no matter who you are\, your family is welcome\, and we are looking forward to having you with us! \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-07-31%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-08-06%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/families-week-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270807T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270813T090000
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SUMMARY:Wild Goose Resource Group Week 2
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nAn interactive week exploring creative\, participative and playful ways to worship\, led by the Wild Goose Resource Group – Jane Bentley\, Iain McLarty and Jo Love. A highlight of the Iona Abbey Programme each year. \n  \nProgramme leaders\n\n\nJo Love brings curiosity about Bible explorations\, deeper conversations\, and the art of well-shaped and well-led worship. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nIain McLarty is an experienced church musician in a broad range of styles\, with extensive experience working with the Church of Scotland and the World Council of Churches. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \n\nJane Bentley specialises in inclusive music-making\, community building and social connection. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\nCosts \n6 Nights: £1\,152 per adult\, £576 concession. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-08-07%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-08-13%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2027%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/wgrg-2/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270814T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270820T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260410T172818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T172818Z
UID:61555-1818255600-1818752400@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Young Adults Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]As young adults\, we find ourselves the inheritors of powerful and complex histories. However\, the conflicting stories often feel more overwhelming than useful. It can feel like we’ve come of age in an era that fails to provide positive visions of the future\, making us feel powerless in the present. At best\, this outlook is uninspiring. At worst\, it’s paralysing. But there is an alternative. \nIn this rich and eclectic week\, we will explore the radical power of imagination to provide both hope in the present and embodied change in the future. There will be opportunities to learn about ongoing positive projects\, and to share in meaningful conversation. Guests will also be invited to engage creatively through a series of workshops. \nAll are welcome: we want to create space for everyone to bring their different knowledge and skills\, so no particular experience is necessary. If you’re someone between the ages of 18 and 35 who likes the idea of meeting new people\, talking about big ideas and spending time in a remarkable setting\, we’d love for you to join us at Iona Abbey – itself rebuilt from ruins\, standing for hope. \n  \nProgramme Leader \n \nGrace Pengelly is a writer\, editor and facilitator from Somerset\, UK. Previously a Commissioning Editor for HarperCollins\, she now works as an independent editor for authors and publishing houses. Fascinated by the intersections of culture\, politics\, art and faith\, she publishes essays on her newsletter\, The Murmuration. She regularly appears on podcasts\, in print and at festivals as a speaker. Grace has two small children and lives in Somerset. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-08-14%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-08-20%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/young-adults-week/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270821T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270827T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260410T172318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T172318Z
UID:61562-1818864000-1819357200@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-08-21%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-08-27%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-21082027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270828T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270903T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260410T171701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T125050Z
UID:61565-1819465200-1819962000@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Refuge and the Resistance of Joy
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]In a world beset by violence\, it is easy to despair. The structures of violence historically have produced phobia and fear and been turned into systems of hate and exclusion. \nJoin us this week to look at the resources and creative practices communities can adopt which declare a different reality to one built on fear and instead declare that peace is with us. \nLeading through stories of sanctuary\, poetry\, arts and drama and their own resources of survival\, the team hopes to enable you to leave Iona having found peace\, and a sanctuary. We hope you will continue your journey empowered to work joyfully for justice and with tenacity\, humour and practical care. \n  \nProgramme Leader \n \nAlison Phipps is UNESCO Chair for Refugee Integration through Education\, Languages and Arts at the University of Glasgow where she is Professor of Languages and Intercultural Studies and a Member of the Iona Community for 25 years. \n  \n  \n \nDr Tawona Sitholé is Lecturer in Creative Practice Education within the UNESCO Chair in Refugee Integration through Education\, Languages and the Arts. In research and teaching he is part of CLIP (Culture\, Literacies\, Inclusion and Pedagogy). \n  \n  \n‘Better known as Ganyamatope (my ancestral family name) my heritage inspires me to make connections with other people through creativity\, and the natural outlook to learn. Educated by assigned teachers through the schooling system\, and by natural teachers through ‘pasichigare’ (my ancestors lifestyle)\, I benefit from having more than one way of knowing/learning. As a result\, I find myself playing many roles in creativity and education. I am a poet\, playwright\, storyteller and musician.’ \n  \n \nDr Hyab Yohannes is a Lecturer in Forced Migration and Decolonial Education with the UNESCO Chair RIELA at the University of Glasgow. Hyab’s research interests include poetics\, decoloniality\, and political theories across physical\, onto-epistemic\, spatio-temporal\, and juridico-political dimensions. He advises UN bodies on human trafficking and slavery and is a survivor of torture and trafficking himself and medal recipient for his public engagement work with refugees from the Royal Society of Edinburgh. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-08-28%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-09-03%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/refuge-and-the-resistance-of-joy/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270904T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270910T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260410T171358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T171358Z
UID:61573-1820073600-1820566800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-09-04%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-09-10%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-september-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270911T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270917T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T143741
CREATED:20260410T171134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T171134Z
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SUMMARY:Followers of The Way
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]We do not draw close to The Mystery that is called “God” through systematic theology\, well-defined dogmas\, or doctrinal statements; we do so by paying attention to the reality around us. \nGod is everywhere but until we learn to see God somewhere we will not notice God anywhere. The beauty of Iona\, the generosity and kindness of those who live and work here\, and a curiosity and openness to give and receive from fellow travellers will help us to pause and wait for the work of God to transform rather than inform us. \nIf you are looking for ways to find space for contemplation and stillness\, but have no idea where to start\, this week is for you. We will be learning from mystics old and modern and play with different ways of entering stillness and quiet. Walking a labyrinth\, journalling\, using art and poetry\, body movement and music – you will have the chance to try all of these. \nHildegard of Bingen said\, “A human being is a vessel that God has built for Godself and filled with inspiration so that God’s works are perfected in it.” Our hope is that as we bring our whole selves\, body\, mind and spirit\, to practices ancient and new we will find ourselves belonging\, flourishing\, becoming more contemplative\, more fully human\, more able to live as followers of Jesus\, The Way. \n  \nProgramme Leaders \nAli and Ralph are both experienced spiritual accompaniers. They met whilst working on Iona some years ago and find that the vagaries of ordinary life are teaching them to find God in what past mystics have sometimes called the dazzling darkness. They have more questions than answers and are excited to journey with you. \nAli Marshall is a Member of the Iona Community with life full of family and friends and Finn\, a border terrier. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nRalph is an Associate Member of the Iona Community\, a seeker\, a lover of God\, people\, and nature. He enjoys hiking in the Rocky Mountains\, spending time with family\, and companioning others on The Way. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-09-11%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-09-17%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/followers-of-the-way-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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UID:61588-1821279600-1821776400@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Queer Joy: Identity\, Faith and Ritual
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For queer Christians\, faith and spirituality are central components of our identity. There is also a growing number of queer folk who are interested in exploring spirituality but don’t quite know where to start. \nQueer Joy offers an opportunity to share stories\, experiences and reflections of LGBTQ+ and queer lived experience while also exploring a deeper experience of faith and the Divine\, leaving with a positive understanding of queer joy. \nThroughout the week\, there will be workshops which include individual\, group and creative experiences. These will enable personal reflection and consideration of our relationship with God and one another. \nYou will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of creative activities such as crafting\, journaling\, poetry/prayer writing\, Lego and queer mandalas. \nYou will also be able to create an individual plan of activities that you can take home with you and use on your own or in your communities. \nThis programme is open to all\, whether you identify on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum or beyond\, whether you’re queer or questioning\, whether you are new to exploring faith or have done so for decades. Allies and friends to the community are very welcome! \nPlease note that we will adopt an anti-oppressive and inclusive approach throughout the programme. \n  \nProgramme Leaders \n \nMaxwell Reay is a gender queer trans man. He has been clergy in Metropolitan Community Church since 1993. He volunteered with MCC Bath\, MCC North London and MCC Edinburgh. He served as an Elder in MCC from 2021 to 2024. He was a Healthcare Chaplain in the NHS for 18 years. These days\, he leads “Our Tribe”\, the LGBTQI+ ministry at Augustine United Church\, Edinburgh. This is a joint ministry with The United Reformed Church and MCC. \nLewis Reay is a queer trans man who lives with his husband of 30 plus years. He is a liturgist and has been published in the United Reformed Prayer Handbook for several years. He writes prayers for use in worship services as well as for a variety of personal and community activities. He is a member of Metropolitan Community Church and Augustine United Church\, Edinburgh. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-09-18%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-09-24%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/queer-joy-2027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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SUMMARY:John Bell - Thinking Outside the Box
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Thinking Outside the Box is both about recognising what boxes our thoughts on matters of life and faith\, and seeing things from a different perspective. \nTogether\, we will explore what happens when we focus on the witness of women in the Bible rather than the experience of men; when we investigate the benefits of living on less rather than always expecting to acquire more; when we examine moments in history from the side of the losers rather than the winners. \nCome join us for a week of creative thinking\, defying the status quo\, letting go of the rule books\, and thinking outside the box. \n  \nProgramme Leaders \n \nJohn Bell is an ordained minister\, a member of the Iona Community and a writer and occasional broadcaster. He is a much-loved contributor at Greenbelt Festival. He teaches and lectures worldwide on issues of faith\, social justice\, music and liturgy. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £1\,152 per adult\, £576 concession. \n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-09-25%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-10-01%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/john-bell-thinking-outside-the-box/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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UID:61606-1822492800-1822986000@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Come join us at the Abbey for some time and space to rest\, reconnect and be renewed. \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure for reflection in community while also giving plenty of space to pause and explore the wild and rugged scenery of the island. \nYou’ll have the opportunity to join in guided reflections\, small group conversations and our weekly pilgrimage\, but most importantly\, you can take a deep breath and settle into our rhythm of work\, rest and worship. \nSpend time with other guests working on shared tasks\, join in the worship at the Abbey Church\, and enjoy fantastic meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, shared at communal tables in the refectory. \nLet this beautiful place settle in your heart and give it time and space to comfort\, challenge and change you. \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £960 per adult\, £480 concession.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fbooking-directly.com%2Fwidgets%2FZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%2Fproperties%2Funit-selection%3Fsearch_stay_dates%3D%257B%2522checkInDate%2522%253A%25222027-10-02%2522%252C%2522checkOutDate%2522%253A%25222027-10-08%2522%257D%26search_occupancies%3D%255B%257B%2522numberOfAdults%2522%253A2%252C%2522children%2522%253A%255B%255D%257D%255D|target:_blank|rel:nofollow” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][vc_btn title=”Essential Booking Information” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-02102027/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2027
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