‘With every power for good’ : a retreat inspired by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

April 2025 marked 80 years since the German theologian and church leader Dietrich Bonhoeffer was executed by the Nazis, just weeks before the end of the Second World War. His writings and legacy still provide profound encouragement and challenge for us today.

This retreat will provide an opportunity to reflect on some of the key themes of
Bonhoeffer’s work including obedience, loyalty and hope, and inspire our ongoing Christian journey.

The retreat will start at 5 p.m. Wednesday and will finish with lunch on the Friday.

Cost per person: ensuite single £200, ensuite shared £170, non-ensuite single £170, non-ensuite double occupancy £150.

This is a fully-catered retreat including continental breakfasts, lunches and two-course dinners.

Accommodation will be available on the Friday evening for those who need to stay over for travel reasons at the special rate of £50 per person ensuite, £35 per person non-ensuite B&B.

A small number of non-residential places will be available. Cost £80, to include lunches, dinners and refreshments.

Rev David Shirtliff is a Methodist minister and the Warden of Thie dy Vea. His love of Germany and fascination with its history led him to discover Bonhoeffer’s work over 30 years ago. He’s been hooked since!

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