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SUMMARY:Family Week
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nCalling 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. \nEach family will be allocated their own room or rooms (i.e. a family of 4 might be accommodated in one room with 4 beds\, or in two rooms with 2 beds in each). Where more than one room is required we will ensure the rooms are close to one another. We have 2 rooms which can sleep 4 people\, and 3 rooms which can sleep 3 people. The majority of our rooms sleep 2 people. \nIf you have any questions or would like to discuss any requests or requirements please get in touch. \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! \nProgramme leaders \n\nRuth Quill is an experienced facilitator of programmes for children and young people. She is also a football coach\, events manager\, escape room designer\, and Associate Member of the Iona Community. Her philosophy revolves around the importance of play throughout life\, as essential to learning\, connection and joy. \n\n\nJo Henderson is an Associate Priest at St James the Less\, Leith (Scottish Episcopal Church) who has a lot of experience working with families and young people at home and abroad. She loves exploring and curating creative inter-generational worship using storytelling\, arts\, crafts and fun! \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-08-08%26stayLength%3D6|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/family-week-2026/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260815T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260821T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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SUMMARY:Singing Week - Wild Goose Resource Group Week 2 (2 PLACES AVAILABLE)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nSinging Week with Lim Swee-Hong 林瑞峰 and the Wild Goose Resource Group’s Iain McLarty and Jane Bentley. \n\nWe believe everyone can sing\, and in the power of singing to build community and connect with God. Join us for a week of sharing songs from around the world and from the Iona Community led by Jane Bentley and Iain McLarty from the Wild Goose Resource Group and Singaporean composer and educator Lim Swee Hong 林瑞峰.   \n  \nWe’ll trace the journeys of our songs\, listening to what the words and music reveal about resilience and hope\, justice and healing. We’ll sing in harmony with worshippers across the world: from Scotland to South Africa\, Palestine to Pakistan. There may even be drums.  \n  \nWe are passionate about singing as a communal and transformative act rather than a polished performance. Our approach to song is all about inclusivity\, participation\, and social justice. All are welcome. Music is too important to just be left to the professionals!  \n\n\n\nProgramme leaders \n\nLim Swee-Hong 林瑞峰 is one of the most prominent and prolific Asian hymnwriters and a sought-after leader for global seminars and conferences dealing with worship and sacred music. He has taught in several educational institutions in Asia and North America and is currently the Deer Park Associate Professor of Sacred Music at Emmanuel College of Victoria University in the University of Toronto\, Canada. \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]\n\n \n\n\nJane Bentley is a Music Resource Worker with the Wild Goose Resource Group who specialises in bringing people together through song and rhythm and is passionate about making music at the margins. She found her path while spending three years working at Iona Abbey\, later leading to a PhD in musical interaction\, participation\, and wellbeing.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]\n  \n \nIain McLarty is a Music Resource Worker with the Wild Goose Resource Group and a choir and orchestra conductor who loves to get people singing together as a way to connect with God and express faith. He is regularly involved in planning and leading worship at national and international events and co-edited the Church of Scotland’s new hymnary\, “God Welcomes All”. \n\n\n\n\n\nCosts \n6 Nights: £870.00 per adult\, £435.00 for reduced rate. \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″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-08-15%26stayLength%3D6″][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]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/singing-week/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260822T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260828T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n\nCome 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. \nCost \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-08-22%26stayLength%3D6|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/time-and-space-16/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260904T090000
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SUMMARY:Time and Space (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n\nCome 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. \nCost \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-08-29%26stayLength%3D6|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/time-and-space-17/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260905T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260911T090000
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SUMMARY:Sound and Vision - Creativity Week (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nJoin us for a week of late summer invention and creation. You’ll have the opportunity to enjoy workshops\, music\, poetry\, art and storytelling. Come to celebrate\, learn\, and explore\, surrounded by Iona’s stunning natural beauty.  \nSound and Vision is designed to allow creative people to live in community\, develop skills and forge new connections. Bring your inspiration\, your dreams\, ideas\, works in progress\, or just a willingness to experiment and play. There will be informal workshops in music and song as well as visual art. \nWe’ll discover how engaging in the world creatively allows us to be more playful with and connected to our surroundings and lived experience.  \nWe warmly welcome the curious and courageous\,  artists and non-artists and everyone in between. Come and comb beaches\, create magnificent things\, or just have fun trying\, in Iona’s late summer sunshine.   \nProgramme leader \n\n\n \n\nColette Cameron Colette has been delivering workshops for over 25 years. She encourages expressiveness\, freedom to explore\, and playfulness\, with a sense of kind curiosity towards our lived experience. Skilled in the psychology of creativity\, Colette is well-known as a gifted and compassionate tutor.  \n\n  \n  \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-09-05%26stayLength%3D6|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/sound-and-vision-2026/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260912T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260918T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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SUMMARY:Time and Space (1 place available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n\nCome 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. \nCost \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-09-12%26stayLength%3D6|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/time-and-space-14/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260919T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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SUMMARY:Time and Space (limited availability)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n\nCome 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. \nCost \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-09-19%26stayLength%3D6|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/time-and-space-15/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261002T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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SUMMARY:John Bell - Weathering the Storm (FULLY BOOKED)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Every decade has its own challenges\, but the 2020s seem to have more than most.  \nTogether we will reflect on what resources\, particularly from a faith perspective\, enable people to deal with such issues\, both personal and political.  \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: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-09-26%26stayLength%3D6|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-weathering-the-storm-sept/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261003T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261009T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20250430T170414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T094208Z
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SUMMARY:Hopeful Imagination - Alastair McIntosh (fully booked)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nWe live in times of turmoil – wars\, climate change\, poverty\, the pushing back of democracy. Times where religion itself is being idolatrously abused to serve power\, just as Christ himself was tempted: “All these kingdoms can be yours….”   \nAlice Walker said\, “Resistance is the secret of possessing joy.” From where might such joy resurge? The Celtic saints knew. They understood – as do some of today’s great theologians like Walter Wink and Walter Brueggemann – the deep imagination\, both our own and that of God.  \nThrough talks\, walks and a shared common life this week Alastair McIntosh will explore the imagination and action across three themes. Re-membering what has been dismembered\, what has brought us both individually and collectively to where we are now. Re-visioning how spiritual hope can renew our lives and the world. And Re-claiming spiritual skills\, especially those of prophetic vision\, action and discernment.  \nLike the nuns and monks of St Coumba’s time\, what might we learn from a week in community with one another\, with God and with nature? What might we take back out to the world\, perhaps in “new ways found to touch the hearts of all”?  \nWe’ll explore through talks from Alastair\, and walks\, and sharing in the common life at Iona Abbey. Delight!  \nBackground reading:  \nWalter Brueggemann\, Hopeful Imagination   \nAlastair McIntosh\, Poacher’s Pilgrimage  \nAlice Walker\, Revolutionary Petunias  and Horses Make a Landscape Look more Beautiful (poetry)  \nProgramme leader \n\n\n \n\nAlastair McIntosh is a human ecologist and Quaker from the Isle of Lewis\, a trustee of the GalGael Trust in Govan\, and an honorary professor at Glasgow University. His books include Soil and Soul\, Poacher’s Pilgrimage and Spiritual Activism.   \n\nwww.AlastairMcIntosh.com  \n  \n  \n  \n\nCosts \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-10-03%26stayLength%3D6|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/hopeful-imagination/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261010T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261016T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20250513T070856Z
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SUMMARY:Festival of Writing and Storytelling (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\nThe Festival of Writing and Storytelling is open to all who love to read and listen to stories. Whether you are an experienced writer or exploring writing for the first time\, this week is for you. \nYou’ll get the opportunity to workshop with writers from different backgrounds and genres\, to find out more about different creative processes\, and to find your own literary voice along the way. \nThere will also be plenty of time to enjoy hearty meals form the Iona Abbey Kitchen\, explore the rugged and wild island landscape\, tell stories by the fireside\, and share in the love of words as a community – written\, read and spoken. \nFestival Contributors\n\nLamorna Ash  \nLamorna Ash is an author and journalist based in London. Her first book\, Dark Salt Clear\, was shortlisted for the Wainwright Prize in 2020 and won the Somerset Maugham prize in 2021. Her second book\, Don’t Forget We’re Here Forever\, came out in May 2025\, and was a Telegraph and GQ Book of the Year.  \n  \n  \nMargaret Elphinstone \nMargaret Elphinstone is the author of Lost People (Wild Goose 2005)\, a novella offering hope and redemption in a time of war and desolation. Lost People was shortlisted for the 2024 Saltire fiction award. Margaret is the author of nine earlier novels\, including The Gathering Night\, Voyageurs and the award-winning Sea Road. [She has worked as an organic gardener and an academic and is Emerita Professor of writing at Strathclyde University.]  Her poetry collection will be published by Wild Goose during 2026. She lives in Galloway.  \n  \n \nNiamh Ní Mhaoileoin \nNiamh Ní Mhaoileoin is an Irish writer based in Edinburgh. Her debut novel\, Ordinary Saints\, was published in April 2025. It was shortlisted for the Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize\, was a Radio 2 Book Club Pick\, and was shortlisted for two Books Are My Bag awards. \n  \n  \nMore contributors to be announced soon! \nCosts \n\n  \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 concession[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][/vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][vc_btn title=”Book Here” style=”custom” custom_text=”#666666″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-10-10%26stayLength%3D6|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”]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/festival-of-writing-and-storytelling-2/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261017T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261023T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20250513T065431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T165737Z
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SUMMARY:Politics\, Power and Protest
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]\n\nThe late Archbishop Desmond Tutu once famously observed\, “When people say that religion and politics don’t mix\, I wonder which Bible it is they are reading.” Engagement with politics is one vital way that Christians can live out the commandment to love our neighbours\, seek justice and peace\, and pursue God’s kingdom.  \nThis can daunting\, dangerous or a diversion when the political world is often shouty and toxic and there seems little common ground. Yet this is a time when we need politics – and good people willing to serve in public life – to rise to the many complex long-term challenges facing us locally\, nationally and globally. \nWe’ll spend some time exploring the relationship between faith and politics\, and looking at lessons from the Bible and history about different ways of engaging with power and politics – from protest to participation. \nWe’ll hear about the reality of life as a politician\, and how some church communities have been able to build purposeful relationships with MPs\, modelling an approach to politics characterised by listening\, kindness and truthfulness. \nThroughout we will have opportunities to reflect on our own experience\, context\, power and calling\, and how we might use them to further the causes we believe in. \nProgramme facilitators \nSimeon Mitchell leads the Joint Public Issues Team\, which helps the Baptist\, Methodist and United Reformed Churches\, and the Church of Scotland\, to work together for justice and peace. He is a Methodist\, living in Oxford\, with a background is in international development. \n  \n  \n\n  \n  \n\nRevd. Steve Tinning is a Baptist minister and serves as the Baptist Union’s Public Issues Enabler and as a member of the Joint Public Issues Team. At heart\, Steve is an activist\, with practical theology and community-organising theory working as the foundations of a ministry of justice and compassion. \n  \n  \n  \nCost \n\n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-10-17%26stayLength%3D6|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/time-and-space-13/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261024T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261030T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20250501T100958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T115111Z
UID:38381-1792854000-1793350800@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Contemplation in Community - with Stephen Wright (1 place available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Contemplation in Community – with Stephen Wright \n\n\nWe invite you to join us for this special week of contemplation in community. This week is led by Stephen Wright a member of the Iona Community. It is intended for those who are comfortable with deep spiritual inquiry and ready to go deeper along that particular Way known as contemplation. Stephen will offer an insight into the Heartfulness nature of contemplation\, how to be open to it\, and how to live the contemplative Way in all the gifts and challenges of our everyday lives. \nOur time here will centre around an intensive engagement with contemplative practices. There will be daily periods of group work\, reflection and conversation\, combined with long periods of solitude\, silence and stillness. Both will aid the inner prayerful and reflective journey that supports our longing for relationship in the One in whom ‘we live and move and have our being’. \nWe will be further nurtured by the sacred presence of Iona Abbey and its community\, the elemental beauty of this special island and its long history of attentiveness to the sacred. \nThere will also be moments of grounding our insights by helping with the everyday tasks of living in community. The deep inner life does not have to be separate from the outer. \nShared expectations and practicalities\nMost meals and interim activities will be taken in quiet\, but there will be opportunities\, for those who wish\, to enjoy social time and conversation.  \nAccommodation will be offered as single occupancy rooms at Iona Abbey. Private time is an essential component of this programme. However\, we can offer room sharing if you wish to bring a close friend or partner also wishing to join the course. \n\n\nFacilitator\nLed by Stephen Wright\, this programme will draw upon the collaborative work of the Sacred Space Foundation and the Diocese of Carlisle in the St. Kentigern School and Community for Contemplatives. Stephen is a Member of the Iona Community\, a director of the Sacred Space Foundation\, an ordained Interfaith minister and spiritual director. \nYou can listen to Stephen’s Heartfulness webinar\, given to the Iona Community in May 2022\, here: \n \nCosts \n6 Nights: £870 or £435 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-10-24%26stayLength%3D6|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][vc_row][/vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/contemplation-in-community-2026/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261031T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261106T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20250320T132636Z
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UID:37953-1793458800-1793955600@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Winter Work Week (2 places available)
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Winter Work Week:  31st October – 6th November 2026  \nAs the nights close in and we welcome the quieter months\, our staff and volunteers help tuck the Abbey accommodation in for a winter rest. We’d love for you to be part of this special experience! \nThis discounted week is perfect for energetic people who enjoy hands-on\, practical work and don’t mind getting their hands a little dirty. \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 cleaning and preparing the worship spaces. \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 as the tourist season winds down. We end the week with a ceilidh celebration— always a highlight! \nIf you can’t join us in winter\, we also offer a Work Week in March (7th–13th) as we prepare the Abbey for the coming season. \nCome and be part of this special week—we’d love to welcome you! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCosts \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n6 Nights: This week is offered at a discounted rate of £438 or concession rate of £219.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”BOOK HERE” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-10-31%26stayLength%3D6|target:_blank”][vc_btn title=”ESSENTIAL BOOKING INFORMATION” style=”custom” custom_background=”#568ea4″ custom_text=”#eae8e8″ css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fiona.org.uk%2Fvisit-and-stay%2Fiona-abbey-essential-booking-information-2026%2F|title:ESSENTIAL%20BOOKING%20INFORMATION|target:_blank” el_class=”tealoutlinebtn generalbtn rightbtn”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://iona.org.uk/event/winter-work-week-2/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261109T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261113T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T145101Z
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SUMMARY:Stillness in Community
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]\n\nStillness in Community  \n \nJoin Quaker\, and Iona Community Leader Ruth Harvey\, for some days of gentle\, stilling contemplative practices in the beauty of an Iona winter. \nDuring 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. \n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to a Stillness in Community Week at Iona Abbey in 2026.   \n  \n  \nCosts\n4 Nights: £426 or £213 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%2Fportal.freetobook.com%2Freservations%3Fw_id%3D43736%26w_tkn%3DZ8ayvaEvw2SsrbCpGHLzeQZxQGqxQJy163aSHXVJnHbgCb53vffml4WKihlt5%26checkIn%3D2026-11-09%26stayLength%3D4|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][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/stillness-in-community-mon-fri-4-nights/
LOCATION:Iona Abbey Centre\, Isle of Iona\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Iona Abbey Programme 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270306T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270312T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T142423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T145826Z
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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
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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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:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T141455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T141455Z
UID:61220-1805558400-1805792400@iona.org.uk
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:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T141201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T133425Z
UID:61227-1805904000-1806397200@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Experience Easter on Iona
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]24th March – 30th March 2027 \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?’ – Author and Activist Brian McLaren \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. \nMore information on programme facilitators to follow soon. \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:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T140259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T145732Z
UID:61223-1806768000-1807261200@iona.org.uk
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 Leaders \n \nNada Shawa is a Palestinian dancer and writer from Gaza. Born with Cerebral Palsy\, she was schooled and treated for her condition when she came to Scotland\, without her family at the age of eight. Nada was unable to return to Palestine due to the dangererous situation under the Israeli occupation. She graduated from the University of Edinburgh with an honours degree. She has been invited to perform at multiple solidarity fundraisers. Nada has performed widely dance and her own written material at multiple International arts festivals\, including the Edinburgh International Festival\, the Scottish International Storytelling Festival\, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival\, and the Edinburgh International Book Festival. She explores themes of belonging\, memory\, and political consciousness\, bringing a nuanced perspective to conversations around diaspora and cross-cultural experience. \n  \n \nCatherine Wright has a Ph.D in the philosophy of mind. She taught philosophy in both the USA and in Scotland. In the 1990’s she found Conscious Dance as a spiritual practice and path. Since then\, she has qualified as a teacher and facilitator in Movement Medicine. She says\, “The wisdom we can access through our bodies has woven itself into everything I do. In all of my work and study\, my intention is to more fully understand myself and our shared humanity.” She enjoys working as a coach\, mentor and supervisor of dancers\, dance teachers\, and OneSpirit ministers. She also works in conflict resolution. If you wish to learn more look at Catherine’s Dancer’s story here. (https://schoolofmovementmedicine.com/catherine-wrights-story) \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:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T135936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T153315Z
UID:61422-1807372800-1807866000@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%25222027-04-10%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-april10/
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/2026/02/1-12.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270417T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270423T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T135642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T135642Z
UID:62201-1807977600-1808470800@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  \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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iona.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/1-2.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270424T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270430T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iona.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/24april.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270501T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270507T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T134645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T082659Z
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 \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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://iona.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/1-9.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270515T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270521T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T133751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T133751Z
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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%25222027-05-22%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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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270604T090000
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UID:61446-1811606400-1812099600@iona.org.uk
SUMMARY:Time and Space
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Please note\, this Time and Space week is already fully booked through a partner organisation. \nCome 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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270605T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270611T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T132957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T083021Z
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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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270612T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270618T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
CREATED:20260411T132408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T132408Z
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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%25222027-06-12%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
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270619T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270625T090000
DTSTAMP:20260423T090105
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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