Calendar of Events

Upcoming events at the House of the Open Door Community

The Community hosts many events throughout the year, using some of the facilities in our Retreat Centre; we list those coming up in a calendar below.  

Our Tithe Barn is sometimes reserved for guest groups but is at other times is an ideal event space for meetings or conferences hosted by the community such as our Friday night Fellowship meetings, or those visiting for discipleship.  Smaller meetings such as craft retreats take place in our Craft Studio.

If you are visiting for one of the events it may be possible for us to cater for you in our Dining Room; during your visit you are welcome to spend any spare time in our Retreat Centre Gardens

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Sep
25
Sat
September Quiet Day of Painting and Prayer
Sep 25 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

This day will start with a short introduction, followed by a reflection led by Margaret Wade. Then for the rest of the morning you will quietly paint as a response to the reflection. …

All are welcome – artists, absolute beginners and the curious!

For more details and to book please see our page Quiet Days of Painting and Reflection

Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) about your safety when staying with us as a day visitor.  This includes the measures we are taking to ensure your safety, and precautions such as social distancing which we ask you to take during your time with us.

Oct
9
Sat
October Quiet Day of Painting and Reflection
Oct 9 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

This day will start with a short introduction, followed by a reflection led by Margaret Wade. Then for the rest of the morning you will quietly paint as a response to the reflection. …

All are welcome – artists, absolute beginners and the curious!

For more details and to book please see our page Quiet Days of Painting and Reflection

Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) about your safety when staying with us as a day visitor.  This includes the measures we are taking to ensure your safety, and precautions such as social distancing which we ask you to take during your time with us.

Nov
12
Fri
Preparation for Advent Creative Retreat Days
Nov 12 – Nov 13 all-day

“THE COMING KING – MEEKNESS AND MAJESTY”

These two days will be led by Janey Petterson (Ceramicist and Photographer) from the Craft Studio, House of the Open Door Community.

More information about Janey’s work can be seen on her website: www.janeypetterson.co.uk   – Images and Pots of Glory

Using air dry clay (not too messy!), we will explore together two of the characteristics of the coming King and Messiah – The vulnerability and meekness of the baby Jesus in the manger, and the power and the majesty of Christ the King.

Come to one or both days…

Whilst it is hoped that most people will be able to attend both days, if you are not able to do so, you are welcome to attend only one.

No artistic ability is necessary but an apron might be helpful!

Please also bring a notebook and pen.

For both days, visitors are asked to arrive at 9.45am, ready to start at 10.00am. The day finishes at 4pm.

Please bring a packed lunch, and drinks will be provided.

Suggested Contribution…

Suggested contribution for each day, which includes the cost of materials, is £30 per person.

Overnight accommodation:  There is limited self-catering accommodation if you need to stay overnight, with Breakfast provided. Contribution: £35 per person

Interested?

For booking forms for day visitors and overnight guests, please  Contact Us 

Friday night Fellowship meeting – Yoofi Clarke (at HOD)
Nov 12 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

We are restarting our live Friday Fellowship Meetings, and on Friday November 12 our speaker (joining us remotely) will be Yoofi Clarke.

Yoofi coordinates Praise Fest, a Catholic Charismatic Renewal prayer group in Milton Keynes, and is a member of the Charis service team (CDSC) for the diocese of Northampton.

Yoofi will be speaking on the theme “Standing your Ground”

Our fellowship meeting will be in the Tithe Barn at HOD for those who live locally. We had hoped to livestream this on Youtube live but will not be able to, apologies.

The recording of Yoofi’s talk will be posted afterwards on our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCelO052TL4FCFqG9OjtIj6Q

Please join us as we seek the Lord together.  

See the Calendar of Events for Friday night speakers on other dates.

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Yoofi Clarke serves the Lord as Coordinator of Praise Fest, a vibrant Catholic Charismatic Renewal prayer group in the cluster of St. Barnabas parishes in Milton Keynes.
 
He served as a member of the Diocesan Service Team for Northampton Diocese for over five years and was recently appointed as the interim Coordinator of the new Charis Diocesan Service Committee.
 
Yoofi has been involved in Catholic Charismatic Renewal for over 27 years and desires to see unity in the Body of Christ, and for us to live our faith outside the walls of the church building by developing a deeper relationship with the Holy Spirit and being attentive to His voice in our daily activities.
 
He lives in Buckingham with his lovely wife Pep and their 2 amazing children.
 
Dec
3
Fri
December First Friday: Rev David Cook: “Finding Freedom in the Love of God”
Dec 3 @ 7:45 pm – 9:45 pm

Revd David Cook, previously vicar of Chipping Campden, will be speaking at our Friday Night Fellowship Meeting for December 2021.  

David will speak on the theme “Finding Freedom in the Love of God”

The live meeting will take place in the The Tithe Barn at HOD, and those near enough are welcome to join us.  We hope nearer the time to share details about a livestream, if possible.

See the Calendar of Events for Friday night speakers on other dates

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Having spent almost the first four years of his life in a Prisoner of War camp in Japan, David was brought up in the Far East and the U.K.

After reading History and Theology at Oxford, he ministered in a housing estate in Chatham, followed by 18 years in South Africa, both in youth work and then in a large multiracial parish in Cape Town.  Returning to England, he was Team Rector at Newbury and then Vicar of Chipping Camden.  

David now lives with his wife in Bourton-on-the-Water.  The have four adult children and two grandchildren.

Dec
11
Sat
December Quiet Day of Painting and Reflection
Dec 11 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

This day will start with a short introduction, followed by a reflection led by Margaret Wade. Then for the rest of the morning you will quietly paint as a response to the reflection. …

All are welcome – artists, absolute beginners and the curious!

For more details and to book please see our page Quiet Days of Painting and Reflection

Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) about your safety when staying with us as a day visitor.  This includes the measures we are taking to ensure your safety, and precautions such as social distancing which we ask you to take during your time with us.

Feb
16
Wed
Winter Creative Arts Retreat Day
Feb 16 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

One of our Seasons Creative Arts Retreat Days for 2022 Each day will start with a short seasonal reflection led by Margaret Wade. Then the rest of the day will be spent, using your own brought creative materials, as a response to the reflection. There will be plenty of time to use the craft studio, and to spend time in the beautiful courtyard and gardens.

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” (Ecclesiastes 3:1)

Suggested creative art materials: Paints and Canvas; Air clay; Writing Materials; Calligraphy etc All are welcome

Arrival from 9.45 ready to start at 10am and the day finishes at 4pm.  The suggested contribution is £20 per person to include drinks and biscuits. Please bring your own packed lunch.

For booking details please contact us by email or phone – see Contact Us.

When you make a booking, you will be given information about the measures taken to ensure your safety and precautions such as social distancing, which we ask you to take during your time with us.  Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information.

See Seasons Creative Arts Retreat Days for other dates in 2022

Feb
18
Fri
Friday night meeting – “The Beauty of Selflessness”
Feb 18 @ 7:45 pm – 9:45 pm

Our Friday Night Fellowship Meeting for February will be on Fri 18th Feb.

John Trimming will speak on the theme “The Beauty of Selflessness”, exploring the parables in Luke chapter 15.

Join us live if you can – in the The Tithe Barn at HOD for worship, the talk, prayer and fellowship. 

We plan to share a recording of the talk afterwards on our YouTube channel.

See our Calendar of Events for a number of other Friday night speakers planned for other dates in 2022.

Mar
4
Fri
March First Friday: Fr Simon Penhalagan: “Living the Great Commandment”
Mar 4 @ 7:45 pm – 9:45 pm

Fr Simon Penhalagan will be the speaker at our Friday Night Fellowship Meeting for March 2022.  

Fr Simon will speak on the theme “Living the Great Commandment”, joining us in The Tithe Barn at HOD for live worship and the talk. 

Those near enough are welcome to join us.  We hope nearer the time to share details about a livestream, if possible.

See the Calendar of Events for Friday night speakers on other dates

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Fr Simon Penhalagan is a Catholic priest of the Northampton diocese, ordained in 2008, and now a parish priest in Luton.

He is a long-term member and former president of Sion Catholic Community for Evangelism, where he has been involved in many aspects of evangelisation, discipleship and leadership formation.  Having his roots in youth ministry, he now has oversight of the youth ministry office of his home diocese.  This is part of his wider remit as Episcopal Vicar for Mission, seeking to enable the parishes of the Northampton diocese to share the love of God with the wider community.

Fr Simon is also the Deputy Coordinator of the CHARIS National Service of Communion, serving Catholic Charismatic Renewal in England and Wales.

Apr
1
Fri
April First Friday – Iris Riemersma, “The Joshua Generation and the Great Commission”
Apr 1 @ 7:45 pm – 9:30 pm

Iris Riemersma is the speaker for our First Friday Fellowship Meeting for April 2022, leading us on the theme “The Joshua Generation and the Great Commission“.

Iris is an intern at Water from the Rock, a ministry based locally to HOD.  Having met Iris recently, we invited her to speak as we felt she was inspiring about sharing the Gospel, particularly with younger Christians.  From Iris’ profile (see below): “I hope to work towards bridging the gap between the older generations that have gone before us in faith, and the new generation of Christians that is rising up.

Join us if you can – in the The Tithe Barn at HOD for worship, the talk, prayer and fellowship. 

Details TBC nearer the time:  There may be a live stream on YouTube, but if not, we hope to share a recording of the talk afterwards on our YouTube channel.

See our Calendar of Events for a number of other Friday night speakers planned for other dates in 2022.

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Iris Writes:

My name is Iris Riemersma, I’m 23 years old and from the Netherlands.

I have had the privilege to grow up in a Christian family with parents who love the Lord, and because of that I never doubted His existence.  However, I only started my personal walk with the Lord in my late teenage years. 

From a very young age I was very aware of, and broken for, the brokenness of this world, especially when it comes to orphans and the Fatherless. When I was 17 years old, I joined Youth with a Mission (YWAM) where I did a discipleship training school and a Children at Risk school, later staffing on both.

For the last six months I have been with a ministry called “Water from the Rock”, in England.

I hope to work towards bridging the gap between the older generations that have gone before us in faith, and the new generation of Christians that is rising up.

May
13
Fri
HOD Retreat: “Narnia, Middle-earth and God’s Creation” with Andy Swinford
May 13 @ 6:00 pm – May 15 @ 2:00 pm

Friday 13th May – Sunday 15th May 2022

The House of the Open Door community offers a retreat on the theme “Narnia, Middle-earth and God’s Creation”

The retreat leader will be our longstanding friend Andy Swinford.

 

Andy writes: 

On this retreat we shall explore God’s wonderful creation, drawing inspiration from the Bible and from the stories of C S Lewis and J R R Tolkien (no prior knowledge needed!).

It will be a time for drawing close to God, and receiving his grace-filled refreshment and rest, with plenty of opportunity for encountering God anew, both indoors and outside in the beautiful gardens and countryside surrounding The House of the Open Door. There will be time to listen and pray, and just to Be as we are refreshed by his Spirit and delight in God, enjoying his presence.

Suggested donation £150

Although Covid-19 restrictions are lifting at the moment in the UK, events at HOD are subject to current restrictions.   Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) and your safety for more.

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Andy Swinford

Andy has frequently given multimedia presentations and lead retreats on C S Lewis. He has also written scripts for tours of places in Britain connected to Tolkien for Authatrails. He gave a presentation for the Three Shires Festival last year on links between these two authors and their love of the natural world.

Now retired, he taught English in secondary school for 25 years in Birmingham. Walking in the countryside and beekeeping are among his chief pleasures. He is currently writing a book on Joy in the fiction of C S Lewis.

He is a longstanding friend of The House of the Open Door, and has spoken before at our Friday Night Fellowship Meetings

 

Jul
1
Fri
“Six Senses” Creativity Retreat
Jul 1 @ 5:30 pm – Jul 3 @ 2:30 pm

Escape to the Cotswolds and explore your Creativity on Retreat with us….

From 1st-3rd July we will be holding our Six Senses Creativity Retreat.

The vision for this event grew over a long time. And now it’s sprouting!

What…?

The weekend retreat is for anyone who wants to discover something new about their creative perception.  You don’t need to call yourself a Christian to come!

  • Explore their creativity through  nature and experimental Art techniques.
  • Led by an experienced and friendly team
  • Creative Workshops available:
    • Power Drumming
    • Physical Poetry
    • Paper Making
    • Acrylic Flow Painting
    • … and more
  • Suitable for all levels of ability. 
  • All materials provided.

In between times you are welcome to relax in our Retreat Centre Gardens.  Refreshments will be provided.

When…?

We suggest you book in to stay with us from Friday and Sunday so that you can take part in all of the activities on offer.  

Stay the weekend to take part…?

Please Contact Us to book in to stay in our  Retreat Centre

Recommended donation for your stay: £150 (full board).  

The retreat is supported by the community’s registered Christian charity.

Questions…?

Please contact us  with any queries, for instance if you would like to come for only part of the time or prefer to stay in the local area.

Join us!

Come, and be refreshed. Come and just BE, be yourself.

Come, especially if you have never been before! ?

Click for our Six Senses Retreat poster PDF to share with others.

Photo below: Ibi and Silvie, two members of the Creativity Retreat team look forward to meeting you!

 

 

Jul
18
Mon
Gateway Youth Summer Conference 18th – 31st July
Jul 18 – Jul 31 all-day

The Gateway Youth Summer Conference at HOD takes place from 18th July to 31st July 2022, as part of the wider Discipleship Course running from 21st March – 31st August. 

The Conference is on the theme “Gateway” – opening the Gates and Doors of our lives to make way for the King of Glory.  Expand your horizons – connect with God and others in new ways…

For more see Gateway Youth Summer Conference 2022

Jul
20
Wed
Daniella Stephens (Gateway Youth conference 2022)
Jul 20 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Daniella Stephens will be speaking at HOD as part of HOD’s Gateway Summer Youth Conference 2022.

The Conference is on the theme “Gateway” – opening the Gates and Doors of our lives to make way for the King of Glory.  Expand your horizons – connect with God and others in new ways…

Daniella is an inspirational speaker with a passion for the Gospel and prayer ministry.  We look forward to welcoming her speaking to us all and encouraging all of us, especially those at HOD for Gateway or the wider Discipleship Course 2022.

Join us in The Tithe Barn at HOD for live worship and the talk. 

See the Calendar of Events for Friday night speakers on other dates

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Daniella is from Manchester and in full-time ministry as a Catholic Speaker. She is passionately committed to the urgent task of proclaiming and teaching the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Daniella has always been a practising Catholic but after a deeper encounter with Jesus at 17, felt a powerful call to share the Gospel, particularly the goodness, gentleness, faithfulness, and mercy of God!

For the past 10 years she has been formed in speaking, evangelisation, catechesis & prayer ministry. In 2018, she graduated from the Maryvale Institute with a First-Class Honours Ecclesiastical Bachelor of Divinity and has received much of her formation through the Prince of Peace Community and New Dawn Conference Walsingham, founded by Myles Dempsey.

She speaks to people of all ages at prayer groups, youth groups, parishes, retreats, and conferences both nationally and internationally.

Jul
22
Fri
Pippa Baker (Gateway Youth conference 2022)
Jul 22 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Pippa Baker will be speaking at HOD as one of our invited speakers for our Gateway Summer Youth Conference 2022.

The Conference is on the theme “Gateway” – opening the Gates and Doors of our lives to make way for the King of Glory.  Expand your horizons – connect with God and others in new ways…

Pippa is a full time missionary with the Catholic Charismatic Renewal and helps lead a worship collective called One Hope Project

We look forward to welcoming her speaking to us all and encouraging all of us, especially those at HOD for Gateway or the wider Discipleship Course 2022.

Join us in The Tithe Barn at HOD for live worship and the talk. 

See the Calendar of Events for Friday night speakers on other dates

Jul
26
Tue
Br. Loarne Ferguson evening 1 (Gateway Youth conference 2022)
Jul 26 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Brother Loarne Ferguson will be speaking at HOD on two July evenings (26 and 28) as part of HOD’s Gateway Summer Youth Conference 2022.

The Conference is on the theme “Gateway” – opening the Gates and Doors of our lives to make way for the King of Glory..  Expand your horizons – connect with God and others in new way…

Gateway week 2 focuses on Discipleship and Mission. Brother Loarne’s teaching on these evenings will focus on these areas, and be addressed especially to those at HOD for Gateway or the wider Discipleship Course 2022.

Brother Loarne has been a long-term friend of HOD, helping the community and those we serve in a number of ways, from the spiritual to the very practical – In 2021, he led a project to build us a new Apiary, using ecological methods and recycled material (see our blog post – The Apiary at HOD).

More details about Brother Loarne below.

Join us in The Tithe Barn at HOD for live worship and the talk. 

See the Calendar of Events for Friday night speakers on other dates.

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Br. Loarne Ferguson

Br. Loarne became a member of the Capuchin Franciscan Order 30 years ago. He is now 53 years old and lives at the Friary in Chester with six other religious brothers. For 14 years he has helped to form small groups dedicated to discipleship and evangelisation while holding various other posts.

Key Christian interests:

Divine change management for individuals and communities; prophetic ministry; equipping for mission; contemplative life.

Key human interests:

Creativity & culture; arts & crafts; relationships, ecology & music.

Jul
27
Wed
Esther Price (Gateway Youth conference 2022)
Jul 27 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Esther Price will be speaking at HOD as part of HOD’s Gateway Summer Youth Conference 2022.

The Conference is on the theme “Gateway” – opening the Gates and Doors of our lives to make way for the King of Glory..  Expand your horizons – connect with God and others in new way…

We have invited Esther to speak during Gateway week 2, which focuses on Discipleship and Mission.  We are sure she will speak inspiringly in these areas due to her  passion for evangelism and life given in service of the Gospel.  Her teaching will be addressed especially those at HOD for Gateway or the wider Discipleship Course 2022, but is open to all.

More details about Esther below.

Join us in The Tithe Barn at HOD for live worship and the talk. 

See the Calendar of Events for Friday night speakers on other dates

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Esther Price
God called Esther to full-time missions in her early 20’s, working with Youth With A Mission for 3 years.  However, just as she was ready to do cross cultural missions, God told her to go back to Hereford.  

After a long break away, God drew her back to missions and she went on her first trip with Blessed To Be A Blessing (BTBAB) to Peru in 2014.  She has since been on a further 8 short term mission trips, worked in various co-ordinator posts for the organisation, lived in Thailand for 4 months and became the National Director in April 2022.  

Esther is called to work with broken women, walking alongside them to see Gods healing and restoration in their lives.  

Jul
28
Thu
Br. Loarne Ferguson evening 2 (Gateway Youth conference 2022)
Jul 28 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Brother Loarne Ferguson will be speaking at HOD on two July evenings (26 and 28) as part of HOD’s Gateway Summer Youth Conference 2022.

The Conference is on the theme “Gateway” – opening the Gates and Doors of our lives to make way for the King of Glory..  Expand your horizons – connect with God and others in new way…

Gateway week 2 focuses on Discipleship and Mission. Brother Loarne’s teaching on these evenings will focus on these areas, and be addressed especially to those at HOD for Gateway or the wider Discipleship Course 2022.

Brother Loarne has been a long-term friend of HOD, helping the community and those we serve in a number of ways, from the spiritual to the very practical – In 2021, he led a project to build us a new Apiary, using ecological methods and recycled material (see our blog post – The Apiary at HOD).

More details about Brother Loarne below.

Join us in The Tithe Barn at HOD for live worship and the talk. 

See the Calendar of Events for Friday night speakers on other dates.

_______________________

Br. Loarne Ferguson

Br. Loarne became a member of the Capuchin Franciscan Order 30 years ago. He is now 53 years old and lives at the Friary in Chester with six other religious brothers. For 14 years he has helped to form small groups dedicated to discipleship and evangelisation while holding various other posts.

Key Christian interests:

Divine change management for individuals and communities; prophetic ministry; equipping for mission; contemplative life.

Key human interests:

Creativity & culture; arts & crafts; relationships, ecology & music.

Aug
20
Sat
Summer Creative Arts Retreat Day
Aug 20 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

One of our Seasons Creative Arts Retreat Days for 2022 Each day will start with a short seasonal reflection led by Margaret Wade. Then the rest of the day will be spent, using your own brought creative materials, as a response to the reflection. There will be plenty of time to use the craft studio, and to spend time in the beautiful courtyard and gardens.

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” (Ecclesiastes 3:1)

Suggested creative art materials: Paints and Canvas; Air clay; Writing Materials; Calligraphy etc.  All are welcome

Arrival from 9.45 ready to start at 10am and the day finishes at 4pm. 

Program:

10am        Welcome and Introduction

10:20      Jesus said to his disciples, “Come and have Breakfast” (John 21:12)

10.30       My Summer Breakfast Table

10:45       Creating my Personal Idea of Summer

12.45       Sharing at the Table of Creativity

1-2pm       Lunch

2pm       Inviting the Holy Spirit to Speak to Me

2.15       (Writing/Drawing)

2.30       My Creative Response

3.30       Sharing at the Table of Creativity

3.45       Quiet Prayer and Blessing

4pm       Finish

The suggested contribution is £15 per person to include drinks and biscuits. Please bring your own packed lunch.

For booking details please contact us by email or phone – see Contact Us.

When you make a booking, you will be given information about the measures taken to ensure your safety and precautions such as social distancing, which we ask you to take during your time with us.  Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information.

See Seasons Creative Arts Retreat Days for other dates in 2022

Sep
24
Sat
Retreat Day: Hearing the Still Small Voice of God
Sep 24 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

Hearing the Still Small Voice of God is an invitation to come and spend the day quietly sitting at the feet of Jesus. The day will have reflections led by Margaret Wade, as well as times of silence to reflect and be still.

The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times, “Samuel, Samuel”. Then Samuel said, “Speak, for your servant is listening”.  1 Samuel 3:10

Please bring with you a bible, notebook and writing pens. The Art Studio will be available for use after lunch for anyone who would like to sketch or paint. Please bring your own art materials.

Administration is at 9.45am ready to start at 10am and the day finishes at 4pm. The suggested contribution is £20 per person to include drinks and biscuits. Please bring your own packed lunch.

For booking details please contact us by email or phone – see Contact Us.

When you make a booking, you will be given information about the measures taken to ensure your safety and precautions such as social distancing, which we ask you to take during your time with us.  Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information.

Oct
1
Sat
Autumn Creative Arts Retreat Day
Oct 1 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

Autumn: 5th October 

One of our Seasons Creative Arts Retreat Days for 2022 Each day will start with a short seasonal reflection led by Margaret Wade. Then the rest of the day will be spent, using your own brought creative materials, as a response to the reflection. There will be plenty of time to use the craft studio, and to spend time in the beautiful courtyard and gardens.

“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” (Ecclesiastes 3:1)

Suggested creative art materials: Paints and Canvas; Air clay; Writing Materials; Calligraphy etc All are welcome

Arrival from 9.45 ready to start at 10am and the day finishes at 4pm.  The suggested contribution is £15 per person to include drinks and biscuits. Please bring your own packed lunch.

For booking details please contact us by email or phone – see Contact Us.

When you make a booking, you will be given information about the measures taken to ensure your safety and precautions such as social distancing, which we ask you to take during your time with us.  Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information.

See Seasons Creative Arts Retreat Days for other dates in 2022

Oct
7
Fri
First Friday for October – Community speaker
Oct 7 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
First Friday for October - Community speaker
Our First Friday Night Fellowship Meeting for October will have a speaker from the community.
 
Join us if you can – in the Tithe Barn at HOD for worship, the talk, prayer and fellowship – All welcome.
 
See the Diary for Friday night speakers on other dates: Calendar of Events
Nov
4
Fri
First Friday for Nov 22 – Gae Trimming, “Being prepared”
Nov 4 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Gae Trimming from community will be our First Friday Night Fellowship Meeting for November 22.
 
Gae will speak on “Being prepared“.
 
Matthew 25:13…  “Keep watch, because you do not know the day or the hour…”
 
Join us if you can – in the Tithe Barn at HOD for worship, the talk, prayer and fellowship – All welcome.
 
For those who can’t come in person on the night, we often upload recordings of talks after our meetings to our YouTube channel.  For certain evenings we hope at some point to livestream speakers’ talks on the YouTube channel, if appropriate.
 
See the Diary for Friday night speakers on other dates: Calendar of Events
Dec
2
Fri
First Friday for December – Community speaker
Dec 2 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
First Friday for December - Community speaker
Our First Friday Night Fellowship Meeting for December will have a speaker from the community.
 
Join us if you can – in the Tithe Barn at HOD for worship, the talk, prayer and fellowship – All welcome.
 
See the Diary for Friday night speakers on other dates: Calendar of Events
Dec
3
Sat
Quiet Day for Advent – “Faith for today and Hope for tomorrow”
Dec 3 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm

“Faith for today and Hope for tomorrow”

This quiet day for Advent will be led by community and will be a time of waiting on God in reflection and prayer.  In expectation and hope we will focus on the Hope of his coming, drawing Strength from the promises in his Word that He will not fail us.

“Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see…”
Hebrews 11 v 1

Suggested donation of £20, including drinks and biscuits.

Please bring your own packed lunch

To book a place, please contact us by phone or email.

Dec
18
Sun
Christmas Open Day 2022
Dec 18 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

 

For those nearby who can make it…

The House of the Open Door community invites you to a 

Christmas Open Day

On Sunday 18th December 2022
Between 2 and 5pm 

 

Come and enjoy a glass of wine and a mince pie!  

We look forward to seeing you – Directions

Please Contact us to let us know if you are coming, or if you require further details

 

Jan
21
Sat
Still Small Voice day Jan 2023
Jan 21 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

 

One of our Still Small Voice Days for 2023…

…an invitation to come and spend the day quietly sitting at the feet of Jesus.

The day will have reflections, led by Margaret, as well as times of silence. 

The Lord came and stood there, calling as at the other times,
 “Samuel, Samuel”.

Then Samuel said, 
“Speak for your servant is listening”.

1 Samuel 3:10

There will be the opportunity to use the Craft Studio for creative silence (optional – please bring your own creative materials).  

All are welcome – come and enjoy the day surrounded by our beautiful Retreat Centre and Gardens.

Administration is at 9.45 ready to start at 10am and the day finishes at 4pm.  The suggested contribution is £20 per person to include drinks and biscuits. Please bring your own packed lunch.

For booking details please contact us by email or phone – see Contact Us.

When you make a booking, you will be given information about the measures taken to ensure your safety and precautions such as social distancing, which we ask you to take during your time with us.  Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information.

See Still Small Voice Days for other dates in 2023

 

Feb
1
Wed
DC 2023 Spring Term Begins
Feb 1 all-day

This date is the beginning of our Spring term for the Discipleship Course 2023

In 2023 the Discipleship Course runs from February to December in three terms, and includes our summer conference, Gateway:

For more details see Discipleship Course 2023

Feb
3
Fri
First Friday for February – Community speaker
Feb 3 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
First Friday for February - Community speaker
Our First Friday Night Fellowship Meeting for February will have a speaker from the community.
 
Join us if you can – in the Tithe Barn at HOD for worship, the talk, prayer and fellowship – All welcome.
 
See the Diary for Friday night speakers on other dates: Calendar of Events
Feb
14
Tue
Winter Creative Retreat Day 2023
Feb 14 @ 9:45 am – 4:00 pm

 

One of our Seasons Creative Retreat Days for 2023…

Each day will start with a short seasonal reflection led by Margaret Wade. Then the rest of the day will be spent, using your own brought creative materials, as a response to the reflection.

There will be plenty of time to use the craft studio, and to spend time in the beautiful courtyard and gardens.


“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” (Ecclesiastes 3:1)

All are welcome: beginners, experienced and the curious!

Suggested creative art materials: paints, canvas; air clay; writing materials; calligraphy etc.

For booking details please contact us by email or phone – see Contact Us.

When you make a booking, you will be given information about the measures taken to ensure your safety and precautions such as social distancing, which we ask you to take during your time with us.  Please see our page Coronavirus (COVID-19) for more information.

See Seasons Creative Retreat Days for other dates in 2023