7 - 9 June | Drumalis Retreat Centre, Larne
Creative Soul is a brand-new initiative for 2024, providing an opportunity for adults to come together for a residential weekend to participate in different creative activities, spend time in the Bible and in worship together, and enjoy fellowship and friendship with each other, in the stunning coastal setting of Drumalis.
- Experience new artistic expressions
- Explore our relationship with our Creator God
- Enjoy the company of other participants
- Escape the daily routine
PROGRAMME
Worship & Prayer
Over the course of the weekend we will spend time in God’s word together, opening up conversations of faith, beauty and creativity in relation to our Creator God.
Creative Sessions
6 activity options are offered for our 4 Creative Sessions. We will make every effort to offer you your preferred sessions but where space is limited, places will be offered on a first come, first served basis. You will choose your 4 preferred activities at the point of booking:
1. Collaborative Painting (Facilitator - Ross Wilson)
Work alongside artist and sculptor Ross Wilson to add your own contribution to a large collaborative painting, entitled “The Soul of the Eye”.
2. Acrylic Painting (Facilitator - Pauline Gribben)
Clouds are really important for Christians. They’re everywhere in the Bible from Sinai to the Second Coming. In this session we will look at the spectacle of light and dark we see in the sky above us, making representations in acrylic of the clouds and the sea, with assistance from artist Pauline Gribben.
3. Wonder and Write (Facilitator- Sharon Jones)
Drumalis House is set in a beautiful historic garden beside the Irish Sea. Participants in this workshop will join Sharon to find inspiration in place, spending time outdoors and composing their own piece of creative writing in response.
4. Pottery (Facilitator- Ruth Moxen)
Work alongside ceramicist Ruth Moxen to try your hand at working with clay. In this session you will fashion your own piece with your hands and also having the chance to take a turn on the wheel.
5. Photography (Facilitator- Peter Thompson)
In this hands-on session Peter will guide you through how to turn a photo on your mobile phone into a unique piece of artwork using the Polaroid Emulsion Lift Technique. All you’ll need will be a smartphone with internet access, as all other materials will be provided.
6. Songwriting (Facilitator- Jonathan Rea)
Participants will compose song lyrics, and hopefully tunes, with a structured Biblical brief and some guidance from Jonathan Rea. You are welcome to bring an instrument if you choose this option but this isn’t necessary.
Creative Prayer Workshop
On the Saturday evening, we hope to bring everyone together for a unique interactive experience, with lots of ideas and opportunities for creativity and prayer, facilitated by Carolyn Saunderson.
Free Time/Meals
In and amongst the sessions, we hope to also open up more relaxed opportunities for fellowship, friendship and conversation. Each day will have space to do this, whether over meals, in tea and coffee breaks, or in longer opportunities to go for walks or relax in the beautiful setting of Drumalis.
PROVISIONAL SCHEDULE
The weekend will run from at 5:30PM on Friday 7th June to 2:00PM on Sunday 9th June.
Friday 7th June
5:30PM- Registration
6:30PM- Dinner
7:30PM- Worship & Prayer
8:15PM- Creative Session 1
10:15PM- Supper
Saturday 8th June
8:30AM- Breakfast
9:15AM- Worship & Prayer
10:15AM- Creative Session 2
12:30PM- Lunch
1:30PM- Free time
3:30PM- Creative Session 3
6:00PM- Dinner
7:30PM- Creative Prayer Workshop
9:00PM- Worship
10:15PM- Supper
Sunday 9th June
8:30AM- Breakfast
9:30AM- Creative Session 4
11:30AM- Worship & Prayer
1:00PM- Lunch
2:00PM- Depart
VENUE/ACCOMMODATION
Your ticket will give you full-board accommodation, covering meals from the Friday dinner to Sunday lunch, and give access to all 4 creative sessions and all worship & prayer sessions. All necessary materials for the sessions will be provided and are included in the cost.
COST
Shared Occupancy Room Ticket- £250(pp)
(If you opt for this option, you will have the opportunity to indicate who you would like to share with if relevant.)
Single Occupancy Room Ticket- £300
All rooms are either ensuite or close to a private bathroom.
HOW TO BOOK (Follow the link below)
STEP 1- Select your ticket type
STEP 2- When prompted, complete the short information form
STEP 3- Pay a deposit of £50 to ‘check-out’ and secure your ticket
STEP 4- We will then email you to confirm your booking
STEP 5- Pay the remaining balance by 30 May