Greenhouse Christian Centre, The

8-10 January - Church Leaders' Retreat with Paul & Becky Harcourt

This retreat is a great opportunity for a short break for those God has called to lead and teach His church. One rule - no 'work-talk'! Just an invitation to a time of reflection, refreshment and refocusing for church leaders who want to remain close to Jesus, are passionate about ministry in His church and want to remain healthy in their personal lives over the long haul. We want to bless you at the beginning of the year so that you can bless others! Therefore, this retreat is FREE to leaders staying with us for the first time and includes full board accomodation. If you've visited us before and would like to come again the retreat is available at a discounted rate. For more information see www.the-greenhouse.org/visit/leaders.

13-17 January; 3-7 Februry; 10-14 March; 7-11 April; 28 April-2 May; 2-6 June; 21-25 July; 8-12 September; 22-26 September; 6-10 October and 3-7 November - Time & Space

Time and Space is time we set aside in the programme for personal retreat. Time and Space runs from Monday to Friday. You are welcome to come for two or more of those nights. Individuals, couples or small groups are most welcome during this time and our pastoral team are on hand to pray with you if you would like. Our Reflective Days and Healing Services are held during this time.

14-16 February - 'Sing to the Lord' with Sue Perks

Professsional singer, voice coach and singing teacher, Sue Perks has a passion to help people find their own voice and use that voice with increased confidence to connect with God through singing. For more information visit www.singtolive.co.uk. Various workshops will develop your gifting at any level. You'll receive advice and techniques, backed up by expert singing theory and practice to help you sing more effectively as well as find and use your own prophetic voice.

24-28 February & 16-20 June & 10-14 November - 'Beauty from Ashes' with Carol Bostock & team

Convinced that Jesus still mends broken hearts today, Beauty from Ashes offer ministry and prayer to those who have known grief, trauma, loss or the breakdown of relationships. The team have all known grief and loss in their personal lives and have proved the Lord's comfort and strength in their brokenness. The Beauty From Ashes inner healing ministry was formed in 1992 by Jennifer Rees Larcombe, a pioneer of this form of ministry. Carol had years of experience with public speaking and large presentations during her years as Director of HR for a global company; she trained in counselling therapies and has been through Bible college. In 2012 she gave up her career to use her gifts and experience in the Lord’s service. For 10 years Carol shared in the work of Beauty From Ashes with Jen. In early 2022 Jen passed her mantle to Carol before going to Heaven later that year. Carol has spoken in many venues throughout the country and abroad at conferences and women’s events. She has a very strong teaching and prophetic anointing. For more information, visit www.beautyfromashes.co.uk

28 February - 2 March & 3-5 October - Time for Marriage

Transforming marriages and families through biblical teaching on issues such as communication, prayer, sex and conflict (to name just a few), the facilitators share what they've learned through their own experiences - good and bad! They will encourage you to be honest together and allow space for God to move you forwards in each area of your relationship. Expect a warm atmosphere, laughter, media clips, real-life examples, thought provoking ideas and great food, but no group sharing. Not to be missed if you want your marriage to the best it can be. This retreat is organised and run by the Time for Marriage team, so for more information and to book, visit www.timeformarriage.org.uk.

3-7 March - 'Deep Calls Unto Deep' with Dr Angela Walker

This is a time to go deeper and draw closer to the heart of God if you are hungry for more of His presence. It will include discovering the different ways God speaks, how the Father sees you and what He wants to say to you, and discover the chambers of His heart including: Belonging, Identity, Suffering Heart of Christ and His Glory-Presence. Come on this retreat if you want to connect your heart with the heart of Father God and pursue a deeper relationship with Him. The teaching and ministry is led by Dr Angela Walker, Founder of THEO Ministries, and based on her book ‘Into His Chambers’. For more information about Angela and THEO Ministries visit www.theoministries.com

17-21 March - 'Who am I' & 13-17 October - 'The Power of Prayer' with Marilyn Baker & Tracy Williamson

Exploring our true identity in Christ. through the music and teaching of Marilyn Baker and Tracy Williamson. Singer/Songwriter Marilyn Baker and her ministry partner Tracy Williamson would love you to join them at this life changing conference where through their music, teaching and workshops you will experience the joy of discovering the unique person God has created you to be. A time of healing and release with plenty of opportunity to relax and enjoy the beautiful location, meet old friends and make new ones. A highlight of the week will be Marilyn’s concert on Wednesday evening.

28-31 March - Silent Retreat run by the Breathing Spaces Team

The Breathing Spaces Team are a group of ecumenical spiritual directors and retreat leaders, who seek to bring a creative approach to prayer. People often feel called to silence in response to God. Silence may also help those who feel over busy, or who have recently experienced change. A silent retreat is a good opportunity to press the pause button in the hustle and bustle of everyday life and take time for reflection. Above all else it enables us to create space to connect with God.
During the retreat each retreatant will have the opportunity to meet with a team member who is there to listen, help make sense of what might emerge in the silence, and to offer resources to assist retreatants in their spiritual journey, such as scripture passages, poems, pictures and meditations. The whole retreat is surrounded by love, care and prayer in peaceful surroundings and will conclude with a shared communion celebration.

31 March - 4 April - 'The Father's Voice' with Lin Button

In Genesis, we read that the Lord walked in the garden with Adam and Eve at the time of the evening breeze. In Isaiah, we are invited to talk things over. In the Gospels, we read of God's voice blessing his Son, and in Revelation, we are told a voice from the throne said, "I will make all things new". The pages of scripture are alive with the Father's voice; His roar, His lullaby, His still small voice, all inviting us into a relationship with Him. However in order to experience all the Father has for us and be able to hear Him we need to look at our childhood wounds, any barriers of shame, our lack of self acceptance and understand our identity. Come and join us as together we explore how to hear Him more clearly. Lin Button has been on the Senior Staff Team at All Saints, Woodford Wells for the last 21 years and has a one-to-one healing prayer ministry. As well as being a regular New Wine speaker and a chaplain for the Westminster Theology Centre, Lin has been involved in healing prayer since 1979

11-13 April & 24-26 October - 'Refresh' Ladies' Retreat with Joy Ahearn & Melanie Perry

Refresh Ladies' Retreat is an invitation to come away, to dwell and be immersed in God's presence. A place to reflect, reset, be renewed and leave refreshed. Taking place over two days, you are invited to participate in a programme which will encourage you to receive, worship and encounter God together, whilst also allowing freedom for personal time to breathe and rest in His presence. No part of the programme is 'obligatory'! Melanie and Joy have served in church leadership and are both trained Destiny Coaches. Since meeting at David’s tent in 2019 they have embarked on shared crazy Holy Spirit adventures with a passion for helping others find freedom, hope and joy. Melanie is married to Brian, and they share their lives with a couple of Princesses! Joy lives in Surrey and shares her home and life with her four-legged companion, Treasure.

17-21 April - Easter with The Greenhouse Team

You're invited to join us for the most important festival in the Christian calendar! Come on your own, come with your family or come with your church and let's celebrate the Resurrection of our Saviour together as the family of Christ!

21-25 April - Walk & Talk with Graham & Helen Worsfold

Come and join us to walk the lovely Dorset coast and countryside. Each day there will be a choice of 2 walks: a shorter one of around 5 or 6 miles and a longer one of 8 or 9 miles. You'll need good walking footwear, appropriate clothing (including raingear) and a small rucksack for your provided packed lunch. We may share lifts on some days to reach our walk start point. Daily reflections are included each evening, along with descriptions of the next day's walks. Walk leaders Graham and Helen are keen hikers with great experience of leading varied walks, and they're also in leadership at their church in West London, helping spearhead the midweek ministry.

6-9 May - 'Potbound' creative retreat with Wendy & Alison

POTBOUND is a creative prayer retreat designed to give you time to relax, unwind and explore a deeper walk with God through creativity and new ways of praying. How much are we constrained by our circumstances, our habits, our hurts and ur relationships? POTBOUND will explore how to ‘loosen our roots’ and find healing, growth and new fruit in deeper ways. The retreat will provide opportunities to learn needle felting, producing both 2 dimensional and 3 dimensional work, as well as wirecraft, writing, drawing and painting. Wendy has been blessed to have a variety of church experiences having been in Baptist, Pentecostal and currently Vineyard churches. Since retiring from a full time career in International Development, she has served on the Pastoral leadership team of her local church and has qualified in both Christian Mentoring and Spiritual Direction. Alison was brought up in a Christian home but made her own commitment in 1973. She experienced significant trauma during her childhood and adolescent years, the healing of which has been greatly enhanced by the gift of Creativity that God has entrusted to her and which she loves to share with others.

12-16 May - Exploring Israel with Jesus run by CMJ (Churches Ministry among Jewish People)

Experience an exciting tour of the 'the land of the Book' without the need of a passport or a five-hour flight! Join the CMJ team as they lead us to the most significant places of Jesus' ministry. Using photos, maps, charts and videos, we'll discover the importance of understanding first century culture, geography, history and language through interactive sessions. Visit Capernaum Jesus' Galilean base, discover why Jesus took his disciples to Caesarea Phiippi, find out where Jesus was crucified and buried, see where the Great Commission was given and much, much more!

16-18 May - Health & Wellbeing with Catherine Shelton

Hi, I’m Catherine! I believe our bodies are amazing miracles, but sometimes we go through challenging times. I believe that we actually have so much more control over our own health outcomes than we’re often led to believe, and that there’s a lot we can do through simple diet and lifestyle changes. That was certainly true in my case. Jesus came to give life in all its fullness – mind, body and spirit. Perhaps you’re excited about making a difference and living your God-given potential, but feeling overwhelmed, tired, with health on the back burner. This weekend is the perfect opportunity to pause your busy life, take stock health-wise, and set new goals going forward. We’ll be covering topics including optimal nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep and self-care. Enjoy the restorative atmosphere of The Greenhouse, spend time with God, and come away with clear and sustainable action steps for creating new vitality, balance and joy in your life.

30 May - 1 June - Victorious Warrior with Joy Ahearn & Melanie Perry

Feisty Freedom Fighters presents this weekend workshop which is designed to encourage, equip and build you up to live and lead victoriously in whatever season you’re in. Using a number of teaching and coaching techniques, we will explore how God can deliver us from oppression, establish us in our true Kingdom identity and lead us to live in power and victory. Melanie and Joy have served in church leadership and are both trained Destiny Coaches.

6-8 June - Kings & Priests - Men's Weekend with Roy Maguire

Whilst on a men’s retreat in Greece Roy had a Holy Spirit encounter and a vision for male spirituality. Through various words and encouragements, a community called Revolutionary Lions was born. This has been meeting regularly since 2011 and men from all walks of life and spiritual experience have been along. This weekend is an opportunity for brothers from to come together to have a time of fun, friendship and fellowship whilst sharing together and exploring aspects of spirituality.

7-11 July - Partner's Week with The Greenhouse Team

Our Partners Week is a great opportunity to get together with those who support us by giving, acting and praying. If you’re not yet a Partner of The Greenhouse and you would like to be then why not get in touch? For more information visit www.the-greenhouse.org/support-us/partners

18-22 August - Family Time Getaway

Come and enjoy precious time as a family away from the pressures of life. With the heated outdoor pool, beautiful coastline and beaches there is plenty to enjoy.

17-21 November - 'He Restores My Soul' with Dr Angela Walker

‘He makes me lie down in green pastures and leads me besides quiet waters, He restores my soul!’(Psalm 23). This retreat is an opportunity to come and rest in God’s presence, encounter His love and allow Him to minister to your heart and restore your soul. Come with an open heart to receive healing and freedom to your innermost being, as you engage in His presence. Led by Dr Angela Walker, teaching and corporate ministry includes: ‘Unblocking Hearts’, ‘Hearing God’, ‘Encountering Jesus in Trauma’, ‘Healing through Forgiveness’, ‘Cleansing the Blood-Line’, ‘Dealing with Grief and Ungodly Soul-Ties’, ‘Overcoming Fears’ and ‘Encountering the Father’s Heart’.

21-23 November - Art & Scripture Journalling with Dr Curie Scott

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23-27 December - Christmas Houseparty

Come and celebrate Christmas as part of The Greenhouse family. A great mix of social activities and times of prayer and worship as we gather together to celebrate our Saviours birth.

The prices for each of these retreats along with dates and rates for those wanting to come on personal retreats can be found on our website at www.the-greenhouse.org or call us on 01202 764776.