(Image: An old woman with cat - Max Liebermann)
Growing old often brings with it challenges of failing health, memory and mobility. But it can also bring many blessings – wisdom, patience, freedom and time. Simeon was happy for his own life to end, whilst welcoming new life. So, for those of us who are in our later years, can we emulate Simeon’s serenity? Or are we afraid of death, and struggling to retain faith in God’s mercy? And for those of us who are living with, or caring for, an old person, how can we help them face the future?
During our time together, we will consider both the challenges and blessings of old age, how we might come to terms with death, and think about our hopes for what comes after.
We will look at how old age has been portrayed in scripture, literature, art and music. And we will explore practical ways of supporting old people, both physically and spiritually.
There will be a maximum of 23 spaces for this week.
** A couple of places have become available for this week. Please contact Vin Allerton if you would like to book on.
TEAM:
Vin & Sue Allerton, Sr Teresa Brittain & Fr Tim Redmond.
PRICING:
£ 330 per person
Deposit: £100 per booking
Making CPW events affordable: our charging structure
Please note there is a 25% discount for all new members (including those attending as adults for the first time).
For all our events this year we are offering you the choice to pay:
- the actual cost*
- 20% less than the actual cost (i.e. an automatic discount)
- 20% more than the actual cost (i.e. supporting CPW's wider running costs and helping support others to attend events)
The intent is to allow you to choose how much you can afford to pay.
Important: you are also welcome to make a confidential request for a bursary to the Treasurer treasurercpw@gmail.com or offer to contribute any amount to the bursary fund [please indicate on your booking form].
*as quoted for each event. This varies by event depending on the venue costs and size of the team needed and is different for adults and children on all age weeks.
Bursaries for carers: If an existing CPW member over the age of 18 has additional needs and would require a carer in order to attend an event, then the carer will be eligible for a free place.
Care information
CPW does not take responsibility for assessing care needs, or for sourcing appropriate care.
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BOOKING:
If you have any queries please use the form on the left.
About the venue:
The tranquil Monastery of Our Lady of Hyning, with its picturesque setting, simple chapel and welcoming Bernardine Cistercian nuns, is a favourite venue for CPW. It is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in North Lancashire.
Accommodation: 5 single and 9 double / twin-rooms, mostly en-suite. Accessibility: Lift and full wheelchair access.