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SUMMARY:Encounter Easter anew (6 nights)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Encounter Easter anew: 16th – 22nd April 2025 \nWhen we take wrath and sacrifice out of the picture\, how do we see Easter?   \nThe story of Jesus’ death on the cross is central to Christianity but\, for many\, the traditional interpretation of the sacrifice and bodily resurrection of Jesus have become stumbling blocks. In this journey through the events of Holy Week we will explore together the power of those events through a different lens.   \nThis is a journey – through led conversations and creative arts. We will reflect on different perspectives of why Jesus died\, and the transformational possibilities of resurrection in our lives and in the world today. Worship will be intrinsic to our shared experience.   \nThere will be programme for children and young people too and times for all to come together and share. \nProgramme leaders\n \n \nAlison Adam is a member of the Iona Community\, has worked in primary schools\, youth work\, with the Wild Goose Resource Group\, where she contributed to much published and recorded material. She currently works part time in a charity shop. \n  \n  \n  \n \nLesley Orr is a historian and activist for gender and social justice\, and an honorary fellow of the Centre for Theology and Public Issues\, University of Edinburgh. She is longtime member of the Iona Community and chairs Stellar Quines\, the intersectional feminist theatre company. \n  \n  \n  \n \nCara Riley is an experienced group facilitator across diverse settings including churches and communities impacted by interpersonal violence. She has been connected with the Iona Community through membership and as a member of the staff team on Iona. Cara currently works as a therapist and clinical supervisor.  \nAlison\, Lesley and Cara will facilitate the week\, along with islands staff.   \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-04-16%26stayLength%3D6|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”ESSENTIAL BOOKING INFORMATION” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information%2F|title:ESSENTIAL%20BOOKING%20INFORMATION|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/encounter-easter-anew/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250426T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250502T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
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SUMMARY:Word made flesh (limited availability)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Word made flesh – Celebrating the unity of body\, mind and spirit: 26th April – 2nd May 2025 \n\nWe’ve known for a long time that the body listens to the brain. Now we know what ancient spiritual practices intuited: that the brain listens to the body.  \nWe will explore the intimate relationship between the body and the brain by learning why body-based practices work and how different styles of meditation impact our well-being. And we’ll experience a variety of ways to honour and care for our whole selves.  \nYou will acquire skills during this week which have wide-ranging implications for our relationships and for our ability to be present to ourselves\, God and the world. \nContributors \n\nChristopher Rowe – credit St Columba’s Church\n  \n\nRev Christopher Rowe is a Tai Chi instructor\, Capacitar facilitator\, Associate Member of the Iona Community and rector of Colston Milton Parish\, Glasgow. \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\nKeller Hawkin – credit: Belmont University\n  \n\nRev Keller Hawkins is a therapist\, with degrees in religion\, theology\, and counselling. A former Abbey volunteer\, Keller’s interests lie in the intersection of embodiment\, spirituality\, care\, and healing. She is passionate about cultivating practices of playfulness and resilience\, embodied knowledge and insight\, and collective wisdom that builds toward justice.  \n\n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-04-26%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/word-made-flesh/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250503T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250509T090000
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SUMMARY:John Bell - Towards A World Fit For Our Children (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Towards A World Fit For Our Children\, 3rd–9th May 2025 (FULLY BOOKED) \n(WAITING LIST: please contact ionaabbeybookings@iona.org.uk to add your name.) \n\nHow can we\, as individuals and as churches\, think positively about the future when so much news and conjecture is bleak? And how can we do that without retreating into pious platitudes\, but with realism\, hope and some biblical insight?  \nJoan Bakewell\, the veteran BBC journalist\, spoke recently of how for her\, as a teenager in the post war area\, the future was full of potentials and delight. In comparison\, she found it difficult to conjecture how a teenager might feel today when considering future prospects given the uncertainties in the world\, and the increase in mental health issues among the young.  \nPeople of faith are called to dream dreams and see visions rather than become complaintive and despondent. And enthusiasm is best encouraged by dialogue rather than introspection. \nIn this retreat\, we will be considering whether a faith which should essentially be liberating can offer constructive insights and positive pathways to the future.  \nProgramme leader \n\n \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\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-05-03%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/john-bell-towards-a-world/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250516T090000
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SUMMARY:Rooted in Hope: Lived in Community - Associate Members Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Rooted in Hope: Lived in Community – Associate Members Week: 10th – 16th May 2025 \nA week for gentle exploration\, reflection\, and inspiration about what it means to belong to a vibrant\, global\, hopeful community today. This week for Associate Members will be co-led by Ruth Harvey\, Iona Community Leader\, and Caitlin Wakefield\, Membership Manager. \nA special week for those who are Associate Members of the Iona Community to gather together on Isle of Iona. An opportunity for self-reflection\, connecting with other Associate Members\, learning tools and sharing gifts that encourage and enrich our shared journey. \nThe week includes the pilgrimage around the island\, art and daily worship. \n‘I learned more about what it is to be an Associate…I enjoyed the time and new friendships with like-minded people.’ Associate Members Week attendee 2023. \nCosts\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-05-10%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/associate-members-week/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250517T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250523T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
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SUMMARY:Time and Space (1 PLACE AVAILABLE)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nTime and Space 17th – 23rd May 2025. – FULLY BOOKED \n(WAITING LIST: please contact ionaabbeybookings@iona.org.uk to add your name.) \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \n Our Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou ‘ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage  \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-05-17%26stayLength%3D6″ el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-17thmay/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250524T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250530T090000
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SUMMARY:Time and Space (FULLY BOOKED – waiting list open)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nTime and Space 24th-30th May 2025. FULLY BOOKED \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \n Our Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou ‘ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage  \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-05-24%26stayLength%3D6″ el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-fully-booked/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250531T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250606T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T053006Z
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SUMMARY:Song Writing to Change the World
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nSinging together\nExplore how singing together shapes faith\, heals brokenness\, transforms lives\, and renews peace. This unique and inspirational week will be led by The Hymn Society in the US and Canada. \nThis is a creative songwriting week for beginner or intermediate level folks.  \nDevelop skills\n\nDevelop your craft as text writers\, tune composers\, or both. \nBe guided by a dynamic team of experts including Adam Tice\, Sally Ann Morris\, Brian Hehn and others. \nJoin in and contribute to morning and evening worship each day at Iona Abbey.  \n\nFolks who simply love to sing or listen are also welcome on this week.  \nWe believe that the holy act of singing together shapes faith\, heals brokenness\, transforms lives\, and renews peace. \n\nProgramme leaders\n \nAdam M. L. Tice is a widely-published hymn writer. He served as text editor for the 2020 USA/Canada Mennonite hymnal\, Voices Together\, and works for GIA Publications as Editor for Congregational Song. He curates GIA’s “Unbound” service\, offering an ever-growing selection of new hymns and songs for individual download. In 2024\, Adam was named a Fellow of The Hymn Society in the US and Canada\, and also received Goshen College’s Culture for Service award. In his free time Adam enjoys rock climbing: a pursuit severely limited by living in the midwest state of Indiana–-so he mostly climbs on plastic rocks indoors. \n  \n\nGillian Warson is a freelance writer\, educator and musician who plays the viola in several ensembles. She directs Immanuel’s Ground\, a West Gallery quire in Warwick\, UK and is Chair of the West Gallery Music Association. She has written numerous books on hymnody and hymn singing\, and has given papers and led workshops all over the world. Gillian is currently researching a biography of Ann Mounsey Bartholomew. \n  \n \n\nSally Ann Morris is a composer of over 200 published hymn and congregational song tunes. Some of these are found in denominational hymnals in the United States\, Canada\, the UK\, New Zealand\, and Japan\, including the Church of Scotland Church Hymnary and supplement God Welcomes All. Sally’s musical styles range from classically traditional influences to lyric melodies\, jazz\, folk\, pop\, and short form chant. In 2021\, Sally was named a Fellow of The Hymn Society in the US and Canada in recognition of her contributions to new congregational song as a composer and as a worship leader\, song enlivener\, and mentor to emerging writers. \n\n  \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-05-31%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/song-writing-to-change-the-world/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250607T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250613T090000
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SUMMARY:Columba Week (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Columba Week 7th – 13th June 2025 (FULLY BOOKED) \nFlawed\, ambitious and uniquely charismatic\, Saint Columba emerged from the sorrow of exile to become the foremost figure of his time\, spreading the gospel and establishing a thriving religious and creative community which one writer called “a beacon of enlightenment Christianity”. \nColumba’s legend is curiously modern. It challenges us to speak truth to power\, create genuine openness in our societies\, and do the hard work of peace-making in dark times.  Join us for a week of celebration\, investigation\, art\, creative writing\, and music.   \n Join us for a week of celebration\, storytelling\, song and playful contemplative practice.   \nProgramme leader \n \nRev. Simon Ruth de Voil is an interspiritual minister and musician. His musical and spiritual work explores themes of the inner landscape of the soul\, the enchantment of the natural world\, and the healing power of spiritual practice. As a chaplain and counsellor\, Simon helps individuals and groups connect sacred presence with everyday life.  You can view Simon’s website here.  \n  \n  \nWorkshop leader \n \nReverend Catherine Lomas was a parish priest in the Church of England until 2023. Now based in Wiltshire\, she is exploring a calling as full-time iconographer and sacred artist. She uses visual means to explore theology  and spirituality\, seeing our search for the Divine as sharing much in common with  humanity’s innate longing for beauty. She painted her first icon in 2016\, and now pursues her ministry through leading and speaking  about icons\, art and spirituality. More details at Catherine Mary Icons \n\n  \nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-06-07%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/columba-week-2025/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250613T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250613T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20250326T131241Z
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SUMMARY:Regional Coordinator and Family Group Convener Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nRegional Coordinator and Family Group Convener Meeting\n\nOn Friday 13 June\, Iona Community Regional Coordinators and Family Group Conveners gather to discuss the issues and joys of this particular area of our Community. \nOur meeting will take place between 2pm and 5.30pm. \nYou are invited to bring for a picnic dinner and then stay for the Iona Community Lecture beginning at 7pm. \nThis will take place in Govan and Linthouse Church. \nWe look forward to seeing you.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE” color=”peacoc” css=”” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.civiplus.net%2Fcivicrm%2Fevent%2Finfo%3Freset%3D1%26id%3D34″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/regional-and-family-group-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Govan and Linthouse Parish Church\, 796 Govan Road\, Glasgow\, Scotland\, G51 2YL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250613T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250613T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20250321T082055Z
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SUMMARY:Iona Community Lecture 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nPOSTPONED\n\n\nWe regret to inform you that the Iona Community Lecture originally scheduled for Friday\, 13th June 2025 has been postponed due to unforeseen health concerns affecting our lecturers. \nTheGKexperience remain enthusiastic about delivering the lecture and we are working with them to reschedule it. Everyone who has booked will be notified as soon as a new date is confirmed. \nFurther updates will be shared here in due course. Thank you for your understanding. \n\n\n—————————————————————————————————— \nAlong for the journey\nWe’re delighted to bring you the 2025 Iona Community Lecture in partnership with theGKexperience (GK). GK have been coming to  Camas\, the Iona Community’s residential outdoor activity centre on the isle of Mull for many years. Like the Iona Community\, GK prioritises community\, making clear that ‘theGKexperience is not a programme but a community’. \nThe context\nIn this lecture\, GK Experience will delve into their long-term relational youth work approach. They will share how they support brilliant young people who face unfair barriers due to poverty\, inequality\, and injustice in Glasgow. Unpacking their ethos\, they will demonstrate how they actively challenge harmful assumptions. Assumptions that disregard\, stigmatise\, and label young people as no-hopers and troublemakers. Instead\, GK envisions these same young people as Scotland’s next generation of leaders. \nThe approach\nBoth leaders and young people will share their journeys—from being supported by GK to becoming adult volunteers themselves. Key to their approach is a deep commitment to: \n\nlistening to young people\,\nunderstanding their context and behaviours\,\nremaining flexible\, and\nproviding meaningful opportunities for responsibility and leadership.\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_media_grid css=”” grid_id=”vc_gid:1749720676794-3e44aa74-dce8-1″ include=”37982\,37983\,37984″][vc_column_text css=””]\nFacilitators\ntheGKexperience is a youth work charity in Glasgow and the wider area. Founded on the belief that all young people are brilliant\, and that they all deserve the same opportunities to succeed\, they work to make their aspirations a reality. They build long-term trusting and respectful relationships with young people and their families over years. They prioritise listening to their voices and are welcomed by them to offer support. GK are persistent in their engagement\, love\, and support\, especially if it becomes difficult due the barriers they face. Working alongside young people in their local settings and outdoor residential and wilderness experiences\, they help them to soar.  GK provide an integrated model of support across 4 areas: Residential experiences\, local community work\, a young leaders programme and tailored individual support. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/lecture-2025/
LOCATION:Govan and Linthouse Parish Church\, 796 Govan Road\, Glasgow\, Scotland\, G51 2YL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:iona community learn lecture,Members Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250614T153000
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nAnnual General Meeting\n\nOn Saturday 14 June\, we will gather from 10am until 3.30pm. \nOur AGM will consist of the business meeting. This session will take place from 10.30am – 11.15am.\nAfter the AGM\, we will hear from staff and trustees. \nPlease note that the event fee covers the plenary session after the AGM. There is no charge to attend the Annual General Meeting. To register only for the AGM please email – compsec@iona.org.uk \nPlease bring a picnic lunch. \nThe AGM will take place in Govan and Linthouse Church.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE” color=”peacoc” css=”” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.civiplus.net%2Fcivicrm%2Fevent%2Finfo%3Freset%3D1%26id%3D32″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/annual-general-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:Govan and Linthouse Parish Church\, 796 Govan Road\, Glasgow\, Scotland\, G51 2YL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250614T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250614T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20250326T133940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T140302Z
UID:38034-1749916800-1749916800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Hallowing Service
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nHallowing Service and Reception\n\nOn Saturday 14 June at 4pm\, we will gather to hallow new Members in a worship service called ‘the Hallowing Service’. \nAt the Hallowing Service each new Member makes a public commitment to the Rule of Life of the Iona Community\, and is then blessed by the Leader. \nAt the same time\, we also invite Members of the Iona Community\, in the presence of God\, friends and family to renew their commitment to the purpose and Rule of the Community.   \nThe Hallowing Service and Reception will take place in Govan and Linthouse Church.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”REGISTER HERE” color=”peacoc” css=”” el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.civiplus.net%2Fcivicrm%2Fevent%2Finfo%3Freset%3D1%26id%3D32″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/hallowing-service/
LOCATION:Govan and Linthouse Parish Church\, 796 Govan Road\, Glasgow\, Scotland\, G51 2YL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Members Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250614T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250620T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T134334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T172742Z
UID:10661-1749916800-1750410000@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space 14th - 20th June 2025. - (FULLY BOOKED – waiting list open)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nTime and Space 14th – 20th June 2025. – (FULLY BOOKED – waiting list open) \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \n Our Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou ‘ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage  \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-06-14%26stayLength%3D6″ el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250621T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250627T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T134608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T114548Z
UID:10521-1750518000-1751014800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Environment Week (FULLY BOOKED - waiting list open)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Environment Week 21st – 27th June 2025 (FULLY BOOKED) \n(WAITING LIST: please contact ionaabbeybookings@iona.org.uk to add your name.) \nWhat inspires and sustains us in this time of anxiety about the climate? Our passion for peace and justice embraces both the people we share the planet with and the Earth itself.   \nThe narrative around climate change is often one of despair. But this overlooks a series of recent advances in technological innovation\, policy development\, widespread protest and landmark legal victories. All this has echoes of the words of Arundhati Roy “Another world is not only possible\, she is on her way. On a quiet day\, I can hear her breathing”.   \nDuring this environment week we will discover tools to raise our spirits\, and change our climate anxiety into climate action.  \nIf you want to deepen your connection with the Divine amidst the white sands\, turquoise blue waters and wild flowers of Iona in midsummer\, this is the week for you.  \nProgramme leaders:  \nLed by Iona Community Programme Team. \nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-06-21%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/environment-week-2025/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250628T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250704T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T134946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T120026Z
UID:10655-1751126400-1751619600@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space (LIMITED - 1 place available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nTime and Space 28th June – 4th July 2025. \n(There are other Time and Space weeks available; have a look at our programme page.) \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \n Our Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou’ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-06-28%26stayLength%3D6″ el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-5/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250705T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250711T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T135059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T155748Z
UID:10523-1751727600-1752224400@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:Image credit: Cora Mueller \n[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Time and Space: 5th – 11th July 2025 \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou ‘ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage  \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nProgramme Leaders: \nLed by the Abbey Programme Team \nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-07-05%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-july/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250712T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250718T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T141043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T120102Z
UID:10525-1752332400-1752829200@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Worship in the Wilds - Wild Goose Resource Group (LIMITED - 4 places available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Wild Goose Resource Group Week 12th – 18th July 2025 \nWorship in the Wilds\n\n\nThe world’s gone wild so why does worship matter? How can we respond to the wilds of God and our world through worshipping and singing together?\n\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\n\nProgramme leaders \n\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  \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\n\nJane Bentley specialises in inclusive music-making\, community building and social connection. \n\n\n  \n  \n  \n\n\n\n\nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information. \n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-07-12%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/wild-goose-resource-group-week/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250719T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250725T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T141511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250329T172131Z
UID:10658-1752940800-1753434000@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space (FULLY BOOKED – waiting list open)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nTime and Space 19th – 25th July 2025. \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \n Our Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou ‘ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage  \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nProgramme contributor \nDavid Osborne\nDuring this Time and Space week Iona Community Member and writer David Osborne will lead some sessions on why and how we can be hopeful even if we are not optimistic. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-07-19%26stayLength%3D6″ el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-7/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250726T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250801T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T141631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T120544Z
UID:10751-1753542000-1754038800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Community Week (fully booked)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Community Week 26th July – 1st August 2025 \nA special week for Members of the Iona Community to gather on the Isle of Iona. We’ll be joined by Sally Foster-Fulton\, UK and Global Church Ambassador for Christian Aid\, and John Bell\, Member of the Iona Community and co-founder of the Wild Goose Resource Group. John and Sally will join us in reflecting on what it means to be a hopeful community in anxious times. \nPlease note you must be a Member of the Iona Community to attend this week\, find out more about membership here. \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-07-26%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/community-week-2025/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250802T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250808T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T141831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T151343Z
UID:10754-1754150400-1754643600@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:YouthFest 2025 (age 14-17) (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nYouthFest 2025 2nd – 8th August  \nGrounded in each day\, we will explore the island and community as well as what helps us grow and rise in our lives. Beach time\, art\, hiking\, music\, service\, worship and fun! \nYou can get a flavour of YouthFest here: \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_video link=”https://youtube.com/shorts/ALC9kP6AYtE?feature=share” el_width=”70″][vc_column_text]\nCosts\nContact ionaabbeybookings@iona.org.uk for all the essential booking information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/youthfest-2025/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250809T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250815T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T141932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T090301Z
UID:10541-1754751600-1755248400@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Peace building in a world of conflict (Limited - 2 places available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Peace building in a world of conflict: 9th – 15th August 2025\nNote we have one female and one male space remaining. \n“Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with me”.   \n The Iona Community is committed through its Members to work for peace within our own communities and in the wider world. This is a challenging but all the more important time to be addressing such issues. During our week together on Iona we will\, with experienced peace builders\, explore what peace and security means in the local and wider context.   \n We will hear about tried and tested peacebuilding theories\, strategies and initiatives in a variety of situations with speakers from the Fellowship of Reconciliation\, Rethinking Security\, Quaker peace work and Ulster University. This will give us the opportunity to develop practical ideas which we can then implement in our own circumstances and localities.  \nIn addition to input and discussion sessions\, workshops and creative opportunities the week will allow plenty of free time to explore the island.   \nProgramme leaders \nMargery Toller\, CCN Peace Moderator\nA peace activist\, Margery Toller has been involved in protests in London\, Glasgow and at Greenham Common\, Molesworth\, Faslane and Menwith Hill. In the 1980s\, she protested in Bonn in response to the USA’s attempt to station nuclear missiles in Germany. Margery has taken part in the Hiroshima day to Nagasaki day International Fast for many years.  \nShe is the moderator of the Iona Community’s Peace Common Concern Network and the Community representative with XR Peace. Married to a German conscientious objector to military service\, her main experience of peacebuilding has been in bringing up their four sons!  \n  \n  \n  \nDuncan Morrow\nDuncan Morrow is the Director of Community Engagement and a lecturer in politics at Ulster University. He has published widely in the fields of conflict resolution\, Northern Ireland politics and the relationship between religion and politics. His research interests include Conflict and Religion\, Ethnic Conflict\, Northern Ireland Politics and the work of René Girard  \nFor ten years\, Duncan was Chief Executive of the Northern Ireland Community Relations Council. He has also chaired the Scottish Government’s advisory groups tackling sectarianism and hate crime. \n  \n  \n  \nJoanna Frew\nJoanna Frew is the Outreach Coordinator for Rethinking Security. She has worked in campaigning and academia over the last 20 years\, on a range of issues such as trade justice\, anti-militarism\, globalisation and the history of the British empire\, as well as being actively involved in protest and campaigns in a personal capacity. She and her partner run a house of hospitality for refugees and asylum seekers. Joanna also runs a community gardening project at her local Quaker meeting house.    \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJohn Cooper\nJohn Cooper is the Director of the Fellowship of Reconciliation (FoR). The FoR is a faith-shaped peace\, justice and nonviolence movement founded in 1914. Since then branches have grown around the world to form a global network. John leads the branch for England and Scotland.   \nWith a BA in Politics\, International Relations\, Third World and Development Studies\, John has worked on questions of peace and justice with Christian Aid\, the Joint Public Issues Team and All We Can.  He is a lifelong Methodist with a strong commitment to ecumenism and a vibrant global church.   \nOutside of work he has a young family\, is a long-time trainee local preacher and enjoys coastal walks.   \n  \n  \nRebecca Bellamy\nRebecca Bellamy coordinates Quakers in Britain’s national peacebuilding programme to develop responsive\, creative\, transformative and local peacebuilding approaches. This work includes getting alongside those engaged in community dialogue work and larger-scale conflict analysis and interventions.  \nRebecca has previously worked in a variety of interreligious settings locally\, nationally and internationally\, working with civil society organisations\, governments and research institutions.  She also brings experience in devising arts approaches to consider complex issues\, facilitate dialogue and strengthen community.  \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-08-09%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/peace-building-in-a-world-of-conflict/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250816T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250822T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T142235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T155350Z
UID:10667-1755360000-1755853200@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space 3 or 6 Nights (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nTime and Space 6 or 3 night stays from 16th to 22nd August 2025.\n3 night stays begin on Saturday 16th or Tuesday 19th. \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou ‘ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage  \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate \n3 Nights: £423.00 per adult\, £211.50 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”6 Nights: 16th – 22nd Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-08-16%26stayLength%3D6″ el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”]\n			\n\n			\n\n			\n			\n			\n			3 Nights: 16th - 19th Book Here\n\n			\n			\n			or\n			\n\n			\n\n			\n			\n			3 Nights: 19th - 22nd Book Here\n\n			\n			\n			\n			\n			[/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-or-3-nights/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250823T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250829T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240820T160436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T103023Z
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SUMMARY:People\, Place and Spirituality (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] People\, Place and Spirituality 23rd – 29th August 2025 \nHow do places shape our spirituality?  \nSet against the backdrop of Iona in late summer\, this programme is for those who are curious about the spaces we inhabit.  \nJoin us for week of exploration when we will explore how people in the past viewed the landscapes within which they lived. We’ll consider how they marked those places\, endowing special places with both meaning and mythology. And how people today\, of widely differing faiths\, create physical and spiritual maps which fill their lived landscapes with meaning.     \nWe’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.  \nProgramme leader \n\nDr Julian Richards is an archaeologist\, writer and former broadcaster on both BBC radio and television (‘Meet the Ancestors’). His specialities are in early prehistory and monastic archaeology. A lecturer for the Arts Society and passionate about communicating his fascination with the past\, Julian teaches groups of all ages\, experience and ability around the UK each year.  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-08-23%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/people-place-and-spirituality/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250830T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250905T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T142730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T153107Z
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SUMMARY:Reading the Bible as Earth People - Brian McLaren (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\nReading the Bible as Earth People: 30 August – 5 September 2025  \nIf you’re like most people\, you’ve been taught the Bible from the perspective of colonisers. What would it mean to rediscover the Bible as a guide to helping people resist death-dealing civilisations?  \nWhat better place than Iona to rediscover the Bible as an ecological and indigenous text? Where better to find wisdom and courage when it feels like the world is falling apart?  \nThe natural beauty of Iona will set the backdrop for rediscovering the Bible as “people of red Earth” (the meaning of Adam in Genesis). Brian will offer high-altitude overviews\, close readings of key texts\, and ample opportunity for in-depth conversation. If you’re a pastor\, priest\, or other spiritual leader\, the sessions will help you professionally. 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.  \nProgramme leader: \nThis week will be facilitated by Brian McLaren: author\, former pastor\, activist\, and teacher with the Center for Action and Contemplation. You can view Brian’s website here. \n  \n  \n  \n\nCosts\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-08-30%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/reading-the-bible-as-earth-people-brian-mclaren/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250906T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250912T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T142952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T145728Z
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SUMMARY:Time and Space (Limited - 1 place available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nTime and Space: 6th – 12th September 2025. \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \n Our Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou ‘ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage  \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-09-06%26stayLength%3D6″ el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/time-and-space-8/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250913T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250919T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T143123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T143638Z
UID:10533-1757775600-1758272400@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Call of the Cailleach: Wise Women Week (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Call of the Cailleach: Wise Women Week 13th – 19th September 2025 \n(WAITING LIST: please contact ionaabbeybookings@iona.org.uk to add your name.) \n How do our spiritual lives change as we age? \nAutumn is the time of letting go\, maturing\, reaping fruit\, marking the passing of summer\, preparing for winter and embracing the new season. This is also the spiritual journey of ageing. What is my harvest? What inspires me as I move into this new season? \nThis Wise Women week offers guided reflections and engaging discussions to explore life’s transitions. Honouring the changing body we will discern our developing role in the world as wise women. We’ll explore life as a work of art\, taking on creative challenges and designing rituals to weave new-found wisdom into the winter months to come.  \nIn Scottish legend the Cailleach is a powerful figure\, a mythical hag who personifies winter while embodying wisdom and is guardian of the natural world’s balance.   \nThis week is open to those who will experience\, have experienced or are experiencing menopause.  \nProgramme leaders \nElspeth Murray is an Edinburgh-based artist\, writer\, celebrant\, facilitator and baker. She supports people facing life transitions to embrace their creative yearnings and learn how to integrate the miraculous with the mundane. She is also founder of the Silver Sisters\, a supportive community for women embracing their silver hair. Find out more about Elspeth’s work. \n  \nRachel Weiss is a counsellor and trainer who enjoys facilitating groups to find the divine spark within. Rachel founded Menopause Café charity in 2017 to help make menopause part of everyday conversations. She is an Associate Member of the Iona Community living in Perth\, Scotland. \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-09-13%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/wise-women-week/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250914T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20250624T144047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T120524Z
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SUMMARY:Second Sunday Sing
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nSeasons of mists\, mellow fruits and music!\nWelcome back to the new session of Second Sunday Sing. \nFreshly returned from a summer of festivals and island life\, we’ll be bringing songs from Iona Abbey and all around the world to Gorbals Parish Church.\nThis month\, we’ll be celebrating the season of creation with hymns about climate justice\, midges\, redwoods\, sea slugs and more! \nThis is the first event of the new term. We’ll be meeting each month until the end of 2025. \n\n12 October  \n9 November\n14 December \n\nRefreshments will be provided and we’ll close with a short time of worship. \nGorbals Parish Church\, 1 Errol Gardens\, Glasgow\, G5 0RA (please note this event is not available online).[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]No need to register. You’re welcome to just turn up at Gorbals Parish Church on the day.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/second-sunday-sing-autumn-2025/
LOCATION:Gorbals Parish Church\, 1 Errol Gardens\, Glasgow\, G5 ORA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wild Goose Resource Group
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250926T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T143244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T100643Z
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SUMMARY:Time and Space 3 or 6 Nights (Fully Booked)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nTime and Space 6 or 3 night stays from 20th to 26th September 2025.\n3 night stays begin on Saturday 20th or Tuesday 23rd. \nDo you need some time and space in your busy life? Come to the Abbey.   \nOur Time and Space weeks offer just enough structure and community for you to rest and reconnect. Join us in the ‘thin place’ between heaven and earth and be part of the rhythm of work and worship that frames life at the Abbey.  \nYou ‘ll have the opportunity to:  \n\nenjoy the wild and rugged scenery \n\n\njoin our weekly pilgrimage  \n\n\nparticipate guided reflection and small group conversations \n\n\ncreatively explore issues of concern such as inclusion\, ecological justice and peace \n\n\nenjoy creative art opportunities \n\n\ntake part in daily worship \n\n\nwork with other guests on shared tasks \n\n\nshare tasty meals from the Iona Abbey Kitchen \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate \n3 Nights: £423.00 per adult\, £211.50 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”6 Nights: 20th – 26th Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-09-20%26stayLength%3D6″ el_class=”tealbtn generalbtn”]\n			\n\n			\n\n			\n			\n			\n			3 Nights: 20th - 23rd Book Here\n\n			\n			\n			or\n			\n\n			\n\n			\n			\n			3 Nights: 23rd -26th Book Here\n\n			\n			\n			\n			\n			[/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-3-or-6-nights-4/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250927T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T143341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T150431Z
UID:10789-1758985200-1759482000@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Odd women and even odder men - John Bell (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Odd women and even odder men – John Bell: 27th September – 3rd October – FULLY BOOKED \n(WAITING LIST: please contact ionaabbeybookings@iona.org.uk to add your name.) \nInfanticide encouraged by a bald man\, a king humiliated by a female protestor\, a poem about trees to undermine tyranny\, and wild honey past its sell-by date. It’s all in the Bible\, where minor figures become heroes and the big noises are silenced. We explore hidden gems and unlikely saviours.  \nIn early decades\, the News of the World advertised itself with the strap-line ‘All human life is here’. The same could or should be said of the Bible\, but for many people of faith and on the fringes of faith\, it is a largely unexplored book. We know who the names of the ‘greats’ -Abraham\, Moses\, David\, Jesus\, Paul. But the lesser luminaries have much to offer\, especially in the Hebrew Scriptures which abound in mini-biographies which are seldom explored.  \nJohn Bell has had a long and deep fascination with the Bible\, especially the people and incidents which do not appear in the Sunday readings. These lesser known texts humanise the scriptures and turn black and white into technicolour. And many of these will be up for exploration in this week at Iona Abbey. \nProgramme leader \n\n\n \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\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-09-27%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/odd-women/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251004T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T222202
CREATED:20240801T143432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T134620Z
UID:10797-1759590000-1760086800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Faith and Friendships (3 night stay also available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Faith and Friendships: driving positive change in challenging times: 4th – 10th October 2025 \nWe live in an increasingly polarised world with very few opportunities to get away and spend meaningful time with people of different backgrounds to our own. 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. \nGathering with individuals of diverse faiths and backgrounds\, this week will be rooted in lived experiences. We will develop practical skills\, have opportunities to listen and share wisdom\, renew our confidence and build new connections. Together we will explore the theme in practical\, creative and interactive ways. \nThree night stays now also available for this week\, from 4th – 7th October or from 7th – 10th October. However\, due to the nature of the programme\, those staying for three nights won’t be able to attend the Faith and Friendships – thank you for your understanding. \nProgramme leaders    \n\nWahida Shaffi has over 20 years’ experience working with diverse communities from across the UK. She is a qualified chaplain\, social worker\, vocational assessor and trainer\, and author of the book Our Stories Our Lives: Inspiring Muslim Women’s Voices. She completed her MA in international politics at the University of Bradford’s Department of Peace Studies.  \n  \nChristy Bischoff is a storyteller and community facilitator with over 15 years’ experience supporting refugees in Bradford. Her work centers on healing\, resilience\, and connection—shaped by personal experiences with cancer in her family. She leads workshops on recovery\, community arts\, and collective wellbeing\, and holds an MA and MPhil in Conflict Resolution from the University of Bradford. \n  \n  \n  \nCosts \n6 Nights: £846.00 per adult\, £423.00 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2025-10-04%26stayLength%3D6″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]\n\n			\n\n			\n\n			\n			\n			\n			3 Nights: 4th - 7th Book Here\n\n			\n			\n			or\n			\n\n			\n\n			\n			\n			3 Nights: 7th -10th Book Here\n\n			\n			\n			\n			\n			[/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/faith-and-friendship/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2025
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