Nov
22
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without words - 22 Nov
An opportunity for anyone to practise, share and explore silent prayer with this monthly group
What's On
Forthcoming events at Whirlow Spirituality Centre
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Nov
29
10:15 AM10:15
Deep Talk Day - 29 Nov
Described as 'Inspiring' and 'Therapeutic', Deep Talk uses principles of life-coaching, peer-to-peer group work and storying to explore questions of identity and life-purpose. These days are suitable for adults at any age and any stage of life.
Dec
1
to Dec 20
Wait Without Hope Advent exhibition - 1 to 20 Dec
"I said to my soul, be still and wait without hope, for hope would be hope for the wrong thing." T.S.Eliot, East Coker, Four Quartets
During Advent, visitors to Whirlow Spirituality Centre will have opportunity to engage with challenging installations on the theme of waiting without hope.
Dec
1
9:30 AM09:30
Advent Quiet Day - 1 Dec
An opportunity to watch and wait for the coming Christ, with Whirlow Spirituality Centre chaplain Joy Adams.
Dec
4
7:30 PM19:30
The Great Spiritual Migration Book Group
“The Christian story, from Genesis until now, is fundamentally about people on the move - outgrowing old, broken religious systems and embracing new, more redemptive ways of life. It’s time to move again."
In The Great Spiritual Migration, Brian McLaren argues that Christian faith is not dying. Rather, it is embarking on a once-in-an-era spiritual shift.
We will study his book in the hope of finding inspiration, provocation, encouragement and a spur to good discussion.
Dec
5
9:30 AM09:30
Advent Quiet Day - 5 Dec
An opportunity to watch and wait for the coming Christ, with Whirlow Spirituality Centre chaplain Joy Adams.
Dec
8
7:45 PM19:45
Music for the Spirit presents....Carols and Contemplation - 8 Dec
Enjoy familiar and less familiar carols played by a brass quartet, interspersed with readings and moments of contemplation.
Mulled wine and mince pie included! Accompanied under-18s free of charge.
Dec
18
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 18 Dec
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Dec
20
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without words - 20 Dec
An opportunity for anyone to practise, share and explore silent prayer with this monthly group
Jan
5
9:30 AM09:30
Day of Retreat - 5 Jan
Days of Retreat are specifically designed and facilitated to offer maximum quiet and solitude in the special setting of Whirlow Spirituality Centre.
They are facilitated by a recognised spiritual accompanier and restricted to 10 participants.
Jan
15
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 15 Jan
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Jan
17
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without Words - 17 Jan
An opportunity for anyone to practise, share and explore silent prayer with this monthly group
Jan
26
10:00 AM10:00
Soulful Wellbeing: a retreat day for those who work in schools
This is a day for education professionals of all faiths and none.
It will offer an opportunity at the start of a New Year to step back, reflect, be mindful and build up inner resources. It is a full day out from the every-moment pressures and demands of front-line education.
Led by Ben Harper of Space to Breathe …
Jan
31
7:30 PM19:30
We Who Sing, Pray Twice - 31 Jan
At these popular evenings, simple, sacred rounds and chants in four-part harmony are learned and sung.
This might be music that is joyful, glad, sad or peaceful, from a variety of sources.
Feb
2
9:30 AM09:30
Cold Calling - 2 February
An opportunity to share your story with others who have been bruised, perplexed or discouraged by their experience of the ‘discernment’ process for ordination.
Feb
14
7:30 PM19:30
Valentine's Evening of Music and Poetry - 14 Feb
Elevate your spirits on Valentine’s evening with live romantic music and poetry performed in the beautiful Chapel of the Holy Spirit.
Featuring professional violin and cello duo Lucy Phillips and Jonny Ingall with the Whirlow team.
Feb
19
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 19 Feb
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Feb
21
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without Words - 21 Feb
An opportunity for anyone to practise, share and explore silent prayer with this monthly group
Feb
26
7:30 PM19:30
Leading Contemplative Worship - 26 February
Worship of a contemplative nature is valued by many people of faith. And it is gaining popularity!
Whirlow Chaplain Joy Adams will lead this evening session for anyone seeking to gain confidence leading in this way
Mar
5
to Apr 20
Temenos exhibition with Ian Adams and Ric Stott - 5 Mar to 20 Apr
During Lent, Whirlow will host an exhibition of ten paintings by local artist Ric Stott. The works explore the idea of threshold space.
Mar
19
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 19 Mar
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Mar
20
to Apr 19
Lent and Holy Week Reflections - eight hours of space and quiet.
During four Wednesday in Lent and on four nights in Holy Week, the Chapel of the Holy Spirit will be available for anyone seeking quiet.
Mar
21
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without Words - 21 Mar
An opportunity for anyone to practise, share and explore silent prayer with this monthly group
Mar
25
9:30 AM09:30
Annunciation Quiet Day - 25 Mar
This quiet day on the feast of the Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary will provide prompts and reflections from scripture and art, as well as space and time to be quiet, reflect and pray.
Mar
28
7:30 PM19:30
We Who Sing, Pray Twice - 28 Mar
At these popular evenings, simple, sacred rounds and chants in four-part harmony are learned and sung.
This might be music that is joyful, glad, sad or peaceful, from a variety of sources.
Apr
15
9:30 AM09:30
Holy Monday of Retreat - 15 Apr
Days of Retreat are specifically designed and facilitated to offer maximum quiet and solitude in the special setting of Whirlow Spirituality Centre.
They are facilitated by a recognised spiritual accompanier and restricted to 10 participants.
Apr
16
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 16 Apr
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Apr
21
5:45 AM05:45
Sunrise Service - 21 April (Easter Day!)
A sunrise celebration for Easter, followed by breakfast.
Apr
26
7:30 PM19:30
Esther: Live - 26 April
Esther’s story in the Old Testament is known for making no mention of God.
But there’s a lot more to it than that! This evening event will explore the unusual, dramatic and engaging tale
Nov
20
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 20 Nov
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Nov
10
7:30 PM19:30
Music for the Spirit presents....Muskoka Wind Quintet - 10 Nov
Enjoy a concert with Whirlow favourites Muskoka in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit.
They will perform a varied selection of delightful and delicious delicacies to suit most palates - with interludes of solo items.
Nov
8
7:30 PM19:30
We Who Sing, Pray Twice - 8 Nov
At these popular evenings, simple, sacred rounds and chants in four-part harmony are learned and sung.
This might be music that is joyful, glad, sad or peaceful, from a variety of sources.
Nov
2
to Nov 15
An exhibition of paintings by Robert Wright - 2 - 15 Nov
With an intense use of colour, in fifteen strikingly silent abstract paintings, Robert explores the solitude and silence of Merton’s dark path of contemplation.
He hopes the paintings will open viewers' eyes to another world, beyond words, full of deeper, richer meaning - "charged with the grandeur of God” (G.M. Hopkins)
The paintings will be hung in the Chapel of the Holy Spirit for a fortnight. Please call 0114 2 353704 to arrange a time to pop in
Oct
24
10:00 AM10:00
Speaking Truth to Power - 24 Oct
Authentic Spirituality motivates us to pursue deep transformation in local and global society.
This workshop will explore how to work for change in an unjust world.
Oct
20
10:15 AM10:15
Introduction to Dreamworld with Adrian Scott - 20 Oct (& 10 Nov)
"Dreams are the guiding words of the soul....." - Jung
These two days offer an introduction to this mysterious element of the inner life.
Participants will be invited to look for meaning in dreams. Those attending the first day, which is a standalone event, can also attend the second.
Oct
18
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without words - 18 Oct
An opportunity for anyone to practise, share and explore silent prayer with this monthly group
Oct
16
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 16 Oct
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Oct
13
7:30 PM19:30
Music for the Spirit presents....Sarentino Strings - 13 Oct
Enjoy a beautiful autumn performance by this professional Sheffield quartet, in our equally beautiful chapel!
Drink included in ticket price. Accompanied under-18s free of charge.
Oct
8
10:00 AM10:00
Adjusting the Balance - 8 Oct
Have you noticed that it can be easier to love our ‘neighbours’ than to love ourselves?
This morning workshop will focus on the importance of Self-Care for those of us involved in caring for and supporting others. Among other things, attendees will have chance to try some simple ‘body-mindfulness’ practices…
Sep
20
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without words - 20 Sep
An opportunity for anyone to practise, share and explore silent prayer with this monthly group
Sep
18
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 18 Sep
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Sep
17
7:30 PM19:30
We Who Sing, Pray Twice - 17 Sep
At these popular evenings, simple, sacred rounds and chants in four-part harmony are learned and sung.
This might be music that is joyful, glad, sad or peaceful, from a variety of sources.
Sep
13
to Sep 17
Heritage Open Days
Discover the extraordinary women of our spiritual and constructed heritage at our programme of events for Heritage Open Days 2018!
Sep
6
10:15 AM10:15
Deep Talk Day 6 Sep CANCELLED
Described as 'Inspiring' and 'Therapeutic', Deep Talk uses principles of life-coaching, peer-to-peer group work and storying to explore questions of identity and life-purpose. These days are suitable for adults at any age and any stage of life.
Aug
31
12:45 PM12:45
Woodfield String Quartet: Music for the Spirit Summer Series - 31 Aug
Whirlow's Music for the Spirit Summer Series will feature 3 Friday lunchtime concerts in August. The final performance is brought to us by the Woodfield String Quartet.
Come and enjoy some light music, accessible to all ages and levels of experience listening to classical performances. Bring your children, a packed lunch and expect to interact with the musicians. The programme will have a summer holiday feel!
Aug
23
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without words - 23 Aug
An opportunity to practise, share and explore with this group.....
Aug
21
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 21 Aug
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Aug
17
12:45 PM12:45
Transpennine Trombones: Music for the Spirit Summer Series - 17 Aug
Whirlow's Music for the Spirit Summer Series will feature 3 Friday lunchtime concerts in August. The second performance is brought to us by Transpennine Trombones.
Come and enjoy some light music, accessible to all ages and levels of experience listening to classical performances. Bring your children, a packed lunch and expect to interact with the musicians. The programme will have a summer holiday feel!
Aug
3
12:45 PM12:45
Sheffield Flute Choir: Music for the Spirit Summer Series - 3 Aug
Whirlow's Music for the Spirit Summer Series will feature 3 Friday lunchtime concerts in August. The first performance is brought to us by Sheffield Flute Choir.
Come and enjoy some light music, accessible to all ages and levels of experience listening to classical performances. Bring your children, a packed lunch and expect to interact with the musicians. The programme will have a summer holiday feel!
Aug
2
9:30 AM09:30
Day of Retreat - 2 Aug
Days of Retreat are specifically designed and facilitated to offer maximum quiet and solitude in the special setting of Whirlow Spirituality Centre.
They are facilitated by a recognised spiritual accompanier and restricted to 10 participants.
Jul
23
7:30 PM19:30
We Who Sing, Pray Twice - 23 Jul
At these popular evenings, simple, sacred rounds and chants in four-part harmony are learned and sung.
This might be music that is joyful, glad, sad or peaceful, from a variety of sources.
Jul
19
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without words - 19 Jul
An opportunity to practise, share and explore with this group.....
Jul
17
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 17 Jul
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Jul
9
10:15 AM10:15
Deep Talk Day - 9 Jul
Deep Talk uses principles of life-coaching, peer-to-peer group work and story-ing to explore questions of identity and life-purpose. Days are suitable for adults at any age and any stage of life.
Jul
7
10:00 AM10:00
Introduction to Centering Prayer - 7 Jul
This event is now fully booked. Please email admin@whirlowspiritualitycentre.org to be added to a waiting list.
Jun
30
9:30 AM09:30
Day of Retreat - 30 Jun
Days of Retreat are specifically designed and facilitated to offer maximum quiet and solitude in the special setting of Whirlow Spirituality Centre.
They are facilitated by a recognised spiritual accompanier and restricted to 10 participants.
Jun
19
9:45 AM09:45
Simple Quiet Day - 19 Jun
Space to be before God; to relax, reflect and pray and so to renew your spiritual resources.
Jun
14
7:30 PM19:30
Praying Without words - 14 June
An opportunity to practise, share and explore with this group.....
May
31
7:30 PM19:30
We Who Sing, Pray Twice - 31 May
At these popular evenings, simple, sacred rounds and chants in four-part harmony are learned and sung.
This might be music that is joyful, glad, sad or peaceful, from a variety of sources.