Iona Community

The Miracles Unboxed - John Bell - (FULLY BOOKED - waiting list open).
2024-05-04 16:00 - 2024-05-10 09:00 UTC | Iona Abbey Centre, Isle of Iona, United Kingdom
The miracles unboxed with John Bell 4th – 10th May 2024. (FULLY BOOKED)

(WAITING LIST – please contact ionaabbeybookings@iona.org.uk to add your name to the waiting list).

Has science or cynicism put an end to thinking about miracles, of which the gospels record thirty-one? John Bell believes they are buried treasure more to activists than pietists, sometimes funny in the extreme, sometimes profoundly unsettling.

Costs
6 Nights: £762 per adult, £381 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.

Wildlife Week
2024-04-27 16:00 - 2024-05-03 09:00 | Iona Abbey Centre, Isle of Iona, United Kingdom
Wildlife Week 27th April – 3rd May 2024

The experience of wonder is healing and motivating. We will take the week to immerse ourselves in nature on Iona; her various species of plants, rocks and creatures. From wondering we will move to a deepened love and solidarity with creation, spiritual resilience and a renewed commitment to living lightly and faithfully on our planet.
Find out more about Wildlife Week in this enticing short film created by a facilitator for the week, David Coleman:

The week will be facilitated by David Coleman is an Iona Community Member and Eco-Congregation Scotland Chaplain as well as other folks skilled in geology, botany, nature management, climate change and ecotheology.

Since 2018, Rev David J M Coleman has been Environmental Chaplain for EcoCongregation Scotland. encouraging and challenging Scottish churches, as well as training institutions, in their relationship with the Earth and commitment to Creation’s care. Supported by partner Karen, he has travelled from Shetland to the Borders, leading worship and being encouraged by the often understated commitment of local communities, and emphasising their permission to move on creatively from the ’Stewardship Christianity’ which has been made obsolete by the Nature & Climate Crises, to something which better allows us to be taught by the Earth, by the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky’ [Job 12] He is a member of the Iona Community, having contributed much reflective visual material to Wild Goose Publications. He got into trouble for pursuing an interest in Creation Theology at college, but has survived the thirty years since, as a URC minister, mostly in grassroots church situations, though having the opportunity to learn from the spirituality of Christians from the Pacific and elsewhere.
Costs
6 Nights: £762 per adult, £381 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.

Time and Space 3 or 6 Nights (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)
2024-04-13 16:00 - 2024-04-19 09:00 | Iona Abbey Centre, Isle of Iona, United Kingdom
Time and Space 6 or 3 night stays from 13th to 19th April 2024. (FULLY BOOKED)
3 night stays begin on Saturday 13th or Tuesday 16th.
(This Time and Space Week is now fully booked, we do have other Time and Space Weeks available – have a look at our programme page.)
You are welcome to come for 3 or 6 nights of Time and Space in April. This opportunity will allow you to experience life in community at Iona Abbey. This includes participating in regular worship, sharing in meals and joining in community tasks that contribute to our shared life.
Time and Space at Iona Abbey offers you the opportunity to participate in a programme that includes guided reflection, small group conversations and open space. Together we take the time and space to explore issues of concern, such as inclusion, ecological justice and peace, through creativity and discussion.
You will have the opportunity to participate in our renowned pilgrimage around the island, either on or off road. There is also an optional boat trip to Staffa (April until mid-October) and creative art opportunities throughout the week.

We look forward to welcoming you to Iona Abbey for some Time and Space in 2024.
Costs
6 Nights: £762 per adult, 3 Nights: £381 – see our programme page for more information.

3 Nights: 13th - 16th Book Here

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3 Nights: 16th - 19th Book Here

Time and Space short break - 3 nights
2024-04-09 16:00 - 2024-04-12 09:00 | Iona Abbey Centre, Isle of Iona, United Kingdom
Time and Space 9th – 12th April 2024.
This short break will give you a flavour of life in community at Iona Abbey. You’ll join us in regular worship, shared meals and community tasks that contribute to our shared life.
Time and Space offers you the opportunity to participate in a programme that includes guided reflection, small group conversations and open space. Together we take the time and space to explore issues of concern, such as inclusion, ecological justice and peace, through creativity and discussion.
You will have the opportunity to take part in our renowned pilgrimage around the island, either on or off road. There is also an optional boat trip to Staffa (April until mid-October) and creative art opportunities throughout the week.

We look forward to welcoming you to a Time and Space week at Iona Abbey in 2024.
Costs
£381 for reduced rate – see our programme page for more information.

Nurture the land
2024-03-25 - 2024-03-30
Nurture and be nurtured
Come and help prepare our organic garden and polytunnels for the season ahead while taking part in community life here at Camas. In keeping with the tradition of the Highlands and Islands, we grow produce on a system of lazy beds – long ridges divided by drainage ditches.
These beds are improved and enriched by using the seaweed from the bay on our doorstep. Join us for the start of the growing season when we will be getting these beds up and running, sowing seeds for the year ahead. In addition, we have two polytunnels we hope to fill with colour and life for the months to come. Alongside sowing and growing, there will be plenty of hands-on tasks around the garden: fixing up beds, borders and compost-bins, and being creative with willow cut from the garden.
No gardening experience is necessary, this will be the chance to learn, share ideas and leave your mark at Camas. If you enjoy getting your hands dirty, evenings by the fireside, simple community living, all in the breathtaking Ross of Mull, then Nurture the Land Week is for you.
This week is led by Camas Staff.
A week at Camas includes:
Nature Connection: Immerse yourself in the stunning natural beauty of the Isle of Mull by walking down the track to Camas and waking up right on the shore of beautiful Camas bay each morning.
Adventure Activities: Dive into exhilarating outdoor activities including kayaking, abseiling, coasteering, wild camping and hiking.
Fireside Gatherings: Evenings filled with storytelling, games, music, and laughter, fostering bonds and creating lasting memories.
Stargazing: Lose yourself in the beauty of the night sky on the Camas lawn, offering a chance for reflection and perspective.
Building relationships: Share insights and ideas, participate in activities and share in community life at Camas as we cook, clean and work together.
Cost and how to book?
This week is offered at the discounted rate of £210 or £105 concession.
