Diocesan Festival 2014 on the Horizon

Youth Adviser Retires, but isn't Hanging up His Boots yet!

Ray Mooney has announced his retirement as Youth Adviser. Ray has been in this role for 17 years. The diocese will be looking to recruit a replacement Youth Adviser and will be consulting with key stakeholders about developing it's support of Parish Youth Work – continuing the process began recently.

As part of the development of the Lourdes Pilgrimage it has been agreed that the Pilgrimage Office will take on responsibility for organising the Redshirt Pilgrims. The Pilgrimage Trust has recruited Ray Mooney, part-time, to coordinate the Redshirts on their behalf. Of course, the Redshirts will continue to be an important part of the life of the diocese and will be involved in diocesan events.

Above all the Diocese wishes Ray well as he begins this new chapter in his life.

For all enquires concerning the Lourdes Redshirts please continue to contact Ray Mooney on ray.mooney@dabnet.org

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St. Cuthman’s Retreat Centre

Our diocesan retreat centre at Coolham, near Horsham, is open to individuals and groups of all denominations and of none. Simple Chapel, Morning and Evening Prayer, with Mass most days. Well stocked Library, silent and non-silent options - including for dining. 20 acres of beautiful grounds, plus a 5 acre lake with views to the South Downs.

Main house– 8 single and 8 twin rooms, all en-suite – minimum stay 2 nights. For individuals, couples and groups.

‘Quiet Days’ for individuals – spend a day in the House, Chapel and grounds.
Includes a two-course lunch and refreshments.

Group use – popular with parish, diocesan and other groups with a maximum 24 (if some rooms shared) – minimum stay 2 nights. For all denominations.

The Garden Rooms– for non-residential group meetings, ‘away days’, ‘INSET’ and workshops – max 18 people. Located in our orchard, with catering options, easy parking and disabled access.

St Cuthman’s ‘Reflection Days’and special events – led retreat days for individuals in our Garden Rooms.

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