What keeps our spirits resilient, even in times of stress and challenge? This retreat offers space to answer that question through reflection and sharing, music and silence, as we explore what helps us build resilience in our daily lives. The first full day offers programming related to resilience with Kiran Young Wimberly. Day two will be a dedicated retreat day for personal and group reflection - silence can be chosen if desired. Kiran Young Wimberly is a Presbyterian minister and spiritual director based at Corrymeela who will weave together music, prayer, sharing, and spiritual practices for resilience from the Celtic and Ignatian traditions. This retreat is open to people of a variety of religious or spiritual backgrounds.

Participants may arrive at Corrymeela any time after 2:00pm. After arrival, participants may settle into rooms and rest or explore the area. The retreat begins with dinner at 6:00pm at Corrymeela, followed by an opening gathering with Kiran Young Wimberly. Overnight at Corrymeela.

Those wishing to use the optional shuttle from Dublin airport will transfer to Corrymeela via private minibus, stopping for lunch en route. Flights should arrive by 10am to meet the bus for transport to Corrymeela. 

Today's programming focuses on how we cultivate resilience in our personal lives, work lives, and communities. Today's sessions are facilitated by Rev. Kiran Young Wimberly and rooted in the  Community Resilience Model® (developed by the Trauma Resource Institute in the US) .All meals included. Overnight at Corrymeela.

Today is a personal retreat day, and participants can opt for whatever most nourishes their own spirit. There are scenic walks in the area, many quiet place for reflection, and Kiran will lead a personal/group reflection sessions throughout the day. Silence can be kept if desired.

All meals included. Overnight at Corrymeela.

In the morning, Kiran leads the retreat closing, including worship. Lunch is included at Corrymeela. After lunch, participants can use the optional shuttle to return to the airport in Belfast or Dublin. Most participants returning to the US or Canada will require an overnight stay at an airport hotel, which can be booked on your own.