Iona Abbey Programme 2025

Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.

The world's gone wild so why does worship matter? An interactive week exploring creative, participative and playful ways to worship, led by the Wild Goose Resource Group, Jo Love, Iain McLarty and Jane Bentley.

Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.

A special week for Members of the Iona Community to gather on the Isle of Iona. Please note you must be a Member of the Iona Community to attend this week.

YouthFest on Iona is a great space for youth groups to make friends, explore the island and experience community life. Bring your youth group!

A week of creative reflection with experienced peace builders, we will explore what peace and security means in the local and wider context. Hosted by the Peacemaking CCN with input from Fellowship of Reconciliation, Rethinking Security, Quaker peace work and Ulster University.

Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona. Arrive on Saturday or Tuesday of this week for a 6 or 3 night stay.

How do places shape our spirituality? This programme is for those who are curious about the spaces we inhabit. We’ll have the opportunity to learn from history and archaeology. We’ll create maps of our own inner and outer landscapes to help us renew our commitment of care for the land upon which we live. Led by Dr Julian Richards.

What better place than Iona to rediscover the Bible as an ecological and indigenous text? If you breathe Earth's air, drink her water, eat of her bounty, and enjoy her beauty, this week will equip you as a contemplative activist and lifelong member of Team Earth going forward. Led by Brian McLaren.

Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.

In the season of change we embrace the spiritual journey of ageing, navigating transitions and letting go, guided by Elspeth Murray and Rachel Weiss.

Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona. Arrive on Saturday or Tuesday of this week for a 6 or 3 night stay.

John Bell explores the often overlooked and fascinating minor figures and incidents in the Bible that humanise the scriptures and reveal hidden gems.

This Faith & Friendship week is for those who are, or who would like to be, engaged with communities, bringing people together across difference and seeking to nurture and implement values related to peace, justice, and compassionate leadership.

Join our Festival of Writing and Storytelling. Explore various creative processes, develop your literary skills, and enjoy fireside readings and storytelling. For writers and story enthusiasts of all ages.

Do you need some time and space in your life? Come to Iona Abbey. Share in life at the Abbey and enjoy the beauty of the Isle of Iona.

Curious about contemplation? Experienced in the practice? We invite you to join us for this special week of contemplation in community with experienced facilitator, Stephen Wright.

Come and help the team prepare Iona Abbey Centre for the quieter winter months. This week is for energetic people who don’t mind getting their hands dirty. This week is available at a discounted rate.

During the Stillness in Community Weeks, each guest will have their own room, offering a peaceful space for personal reflection and quiet contemplation. Not a completely silent week. Sharing community meals, work, and worship. We look forward to welcoming you to a Stillness in Community Week at Iona Abbey in 2025.