Workshops and Retreats

Dromantine Retreat & Conference Centre

Workshops and Retreats in Dromantine 2026

Workshop Monday 24th – Friday 28th August 2026 (Starts 4.30pm, ends 2.00pm)

Healthy Ageing & Retirement

For Clergy and Religious

The retirement journey begins well before retirement age. This workshop helps you prepare early—reflecting on identity, faith, financial stability, and meaningful connections—so you can enter… Read More
Led by: Fr Hugh Lagan CPsycol, SMA
Cost: £425 / €480
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Fr Hugh Lagan, CPsycol, SMA

Workshop Facilitator

A chartered clinical psychologist and retreat leader, Fr Hugh Lagan SMA offers workshops that blend psychological insight with deep spiritual understanding. His sessions focus on personal growth, healing, and human flourishing—areas of profound importance in today’s fast-paced and often stressful world. His 2026 workshops respond directly to the challenges of contemporary life by providing reflective spaces, practical tools, and compassionate guidance. Participants are invited to cultivate clarity, resilience, and spiritual depth, making these workshops a valuable resource for those seeking renewal and groundedness in an ever-changing society.

Silent Preached Retreat Monday 31st August 2026 – Sunday 6th September 2026 (Registration from 4.00pm, ends 9.00am)

Life’s Third Act

A Spirituality for Anyone Wishing to Live Until They Die

For anyone 45 years and older, this retreat explores the art of conscious ageing, intentional living and a personal spirituality that empowers and liberates. Read More
Led by: Fr Hugh Lagan SMA
Cost: £635 / €740
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Fr Hugh Lagan, CPsycol, SMA

Preacher

A chartered clinical psychologist and retreat leader, Fr Hugh Lagan SMA offers workshops that blend psychological insight with deep spiritual understanding. His sessions focus on personal growth, healing, and human flourishing—areas of profound importance in today’s fast-paced and often stressful world. His 2026 workshops respond directly to the challenges of contemporary life by providing reflective spaces, practical tools, and compassionate guidance. Participants are invited to cultivate clarity, resilience, and spiritual depth, making these workshops a valuable resource for those seeking renewal and groundedness in an ever-changing society.

Silent Directed Retreat Monday 31st August 2026 – Sunday 6th September 2026 (Registration from 4.00pm, ends 9.00am)

Silent Directed Retreat (August–September 2026)

Led by: Ms Mary Hunt, Fr Brendan Comerford SJ, Fr Des Corrigan SMA
Cost: £635 / €740
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Ms Mary Hunt

Director

An experienced spiritual director and retreat guide, Mary Hunt fosters a welcoming and reflective environment, focused on companioning individuals as they explore God’s movement in their lives.

Workshop Saturday 26th September 2026 (9.00am registration, 9.30am–4.30pm)

Nodding Off

How to Sleep Deeper and Better for Longer

Discover practical solutions for better rest, deeper sleep, and renewed energy. Say goodbye to restless nights and let sleep restore your health. Includes 3 course… Read More
Led by: Fr Hugh Lagan CPsycol, SMA
Cost: £50 / €55
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Fr Hugh Lagan, CPsycol, SMA

Workshop Facilitator

A chartered clinical psychologist and retreat leader, Fr Hugh Lagan SMA offers workshops that blend psychological insight with deep spiritual understanding. His sessions focus on personal growth, healing, and human flourishing—areas of profound importance in today’s fast-paced and often stressful world. His 2026 workshops respond directly to the challenges of contemporary life by providing reflective spaces, practical tools, and compassionate guidance. Participants are invited to cultivate clarity, resilience, and spiritual depth, making these workshops a valuable resource for those seeking renewal and groundedness in an ever-changing society.

Workshop Saturday 10th October 2026 (9.00am registration, 9.30am–4.30pm)

Caring for People Living with Dementia

Dementia is an illness which many people fear developing. There are currently around 64,000 people living with dementia in Ireland and this number is expected… Read More
Led by: Caroline Brown
Cost: £425 / €480
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Caroline Brown

Workshop Facilitator

Caroline Brown has been a Life Coach for 25 years and is also a trainer, facilitator, graphic recorder and writer who specialises in supporting people affected by dementia and those who have experienced trauma. She brings a richly grounded pastoral and reflective approach to her workshops, supporting participants in exploring resilience, emotional balance, and the integration of faith into daily life.

Workshop Friday 13th – Sunday 15th November 2026 (Registration from 4.30pm, ends 2.00pm)

From Strength to Strength

Discover Your Character Strengths

Uncover your unique character strengths and learn how to use them to boost resilience, well-being, and growth in every area of life. * To give… Read More
Led by: Fr Hugh Lagan CPsycol, SMA
Cost: £250 / €290
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Fr Hugh Lagan, CPsycol, SMA

Workshop Facilitator

A chartered clinical psychologist and retreat leader, Fr Hugh Lagan SMA offers workshops that blend psychological insight with deep spiritual understanding. His sessions focus on personal growth, healing, and human flourishing—areas of profound importance in today’s fast-paced and often stressful world. His 2026 workshops respond directly to the challenges of contemporary life by providing reflective spaces, practical tools, and compassionate guidance. Participants are invited to cultivate clarity, resilience, and spiritual depth, making these workshops a valuable resource for those seeking renewal and groundedness in an ever-changing society.

Silent Preached Retreat Friday 4th – Sunday 6th December 2026 (Registration from 4.30pm, ends 9.00am)

With Scripture Through Advent

Scripture provides us with a treasure trove of readings to illuminate the season of Advent. During these days of reflection, readings from both the Old… Read More
Led by: Seán Goan
Cost: £250 / €300
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Seán Goan

Preacher

An experienced biblical scholar and retreat facilitator, Seán Goan is known for his accessible and inspiring approach to Scripture, inviting retreatants to encounter the living Word.

Silent Preached Retreat Saturday 12th December 2026 (Registration from 9.30am, starts 10.00am, ends 4.30pm)

Advent Retreat Day

Getting Advent Right

In the context of the rampant consumerism which nowadays encourages us to celebrate Christmas months in advance, Advent helps us ‘to charm back the luxury… Read More
Led by: Fr Michael McCabe SMA
Cost: £40 / €45
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Fr Michael McCabe, SMA

Preacher

One of the foremost mission theologians in Ireland, Fr Michael McCabe’s work is grounded in decades of experience of mission, at the intersection of faith, justice and the missionary call.