Christian meditation is essentially a way of desire. One seeks not so much to develop particular states of consciousness than to inflame the ardor for the Almighty and for the fullness of Life. Love is the center of the practice, the only power able to open their hearts to a renewed life. Yet this momentum requires an inclination to silence. Fabrice Blée’s retreats - that he leads at Chambboisé since 2007 - obey to this spirit, to the emergency to be moved with the breath of Life.
- One-day silent retreats (from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm : Champboisé suggests a volontary contribution of 20$. Animation is free. Language: French. In 2019 : April 6 (CANCELLED - terrain in bad condition), May 4, August 31, October 5, November 2, December 7.
- 7-day silent retreat (August 9-16, 2019) : arrival, August 9, before 4 pm; departure, August 9, 2:30 pm. Langage : French. Cost : 660$ all included. Number of participants limited. Book now by leaving a vocal message at Champboisé (819-986-3036) !
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The spirit of this silent meditation retreat is inspired by the teachings of the Desert Fathers and Mothers, who are at the origin of the Christian contemplative tradition. Everyone can keep their own contemplative practice (Christian meditation, prayer of consent, etc.). This retreat offers a space for deepening of the inner silence for more transparency to the divine Presence.
In the evening a speech with exchanges on the practice is proposed. All participants are invited to meet with the facilitator at least three times during the week. The retreat is open to all, even to those who have no experience of meditation, the most important being the motivation and the thirst that pushes them to enter ever deeper into the silence of the heart. |
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Friday, August 9
before 4 pm : take possession of your room
6:30 pm-8 pm : introduction to the retreat (main roon)
8 pm-9 pm : sitting meditation (1h) and short walking meditation
Saturday, August 10; Sunday, August 11; Monday, August 12; Tuesday, August 13; Wednesday, August 14; Thursday, August 15
7h-8h : meditation (1h)
8h-10h : breakfast in your room (2h)
10h-11h : sitting meditation (1h) and short walking meditation
11h-11h30 : Tea break in silence (1/2h)
11h30-12h : meditation (1/2h)
12h-15h : meal and meditation in your room (3h)
15h-16h : meditative walking in the forest (1h)
16h-17h : meditation (1h)
17h-19h : meal and meditation in your room (2h)
19h-20h : meditation (1h)
20h-21h : discourse and exchange
Friday, August 16
7h-8h : meditation (1h)
8h-9h30 : breakfast in your room (1h30)
9h30-10h30 : sitting meditation (1h) and short walking meditation
10h30-12h : exchange and conclusion of the retreat
12h-12h30 : clean and leave your room
12h30-14h30 : meal taken in common
before 4 pm : take possession of your room
6:30 pm-8 pm : introduction to the retreat (main roon)
8 pm-9 pm : sitting meditation (1h) and short walking meditation
Saturday, August 10; Sunday, August 11; Monday, August 12; Tuesday, August 13; Wednesday, August 14; Thursday, August 15
7h-8h : meditation (1h)
8h-10h : breakfast in your room (2h)
10h-11h : sitting meditation (1h) and short walking meditation
11h-11h30 : Tea break in silence (1/2h)
11h30-12h : meditation (1/2h)
12h-15h : meal and meditation in your room (3h)
15h-16h : meditative walking in the forest (1h)
16h-17h : meditation (1h)
17h-19h : meal and meditation in your room (2h)
19h-20h : meditation (1h)
20h-21h : discourse and exchange
Friday, August 16
7h-8h : meditation (1h)
8h-9h30 : breakfast in your room (1h30)
9h30-10h30 : sitting meditation (1h) and short walking meditation
10h30-12h : exchange and conclusion of the retreat
12h-12h30 : clean and leave your room
12h30-14h30 : meal taken in common
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Silent meditation or prayer of simplicity at Champboisé (Gatineau, Quebec, Canada) with Fabrice Blée click on the picture! |