Reset: Marathon Rhythms

Join us in early 2024 for a moment to reset on spiritual, practical, and relational rhythms for social justice.

The pursuit of social justice is like a marathon. At times, we feel like we're making a real impact. At others, it can be gruelling, frustrating, and exhausting. 

This is true whether we're at the heart of politics and decision-making, or serving and campaigning on the margins. Whether our focus is small and local or global and systemic, we know that change takes time. But how do we build the kind of life that can see change through to completion?

Reset, our very first Just Love Retreat, is all about becoming "long game" people.

Generations of people have found strength and comfort in the example of Jesus, who discovered rhythms of life, relationship, and empowerment not only to keep going, but to live "life to the full" and make a huge impact on the world.

This 36 hour retreat (Friday evening - Sunday morning) will focus on three key aspects of our lives:

  • Spiritual

  • Practical

  • Relational

Set at The Oval, YWAM Harpenden, a calm location just over 30 minutes from London, this is a moment to step back, refuel, and get your bearings for 2024. There will be a light programme of teaching, workshops, and prayer, but with an emphasis on making space to connect with God, others, and yourself. It's open to anyone in the Just Love Network who wants to realign their sense of purpose and passion for justice at the start of a new year.

Practical Info

This event is fully catered, including two overnight stays. 

Tickets cost £65 (full price), £40 concession. See here for more detail, or sign up below!

What to Expect

  • Fri Eve: "Resetting the Lens" - Dinner, settling-in, ecumenical worship and prayer.

  • Sat AM: "Resetting Focus" - Interactive session helping us deepen and clarify our calling, goals and focus. 

  • Sat PM: "Resetting Rhythms" - Time to think alone or in group workshops about spiritual, practical, and relational rhythms for social justice.

  • Sat Eve: Chill Time - Pub Trip, Film Night, Prayer Space, etc.

  • Sun AM: "Next Steps" - A simple ecumenical worship service, followed by lots of time to put into place what has come up over the weekend.

Stick around for lunch in Harpenden afterwards if you want to, or head on home for the rest of your weekend!

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