Spaces for reflection and quiet in Plymouth. Part of the Quiet Garden network
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Quiet Spaces Plymouth
Spaces for reflection and quiet in Plymouth.
We are part of the Quiet Garden Trust which welcomes everyone to enjoy and rest in the presence of God - whichever spiritual path they follow. We offer quiet spaces on the fourth Friday of each month, alternately at St Anne's Church, Glenholt and St Mary's Church, Plympton in Plymouth. All are welcome regardless of faith or spirituality. The format will vary, but could include poetry, reflections and prayers - along with a time for space, quiet and personal reflection Next Meetings
10.30am Friday 25 August St Mary's Church Market Rd, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1QW 10.30am Friday 22 September St Anne's Church 6, Glenholt Rd,Glenholt, Plymouth PL6 7JA No need to book - Free of charge - Donations welcome |
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We are part of the Quiet Garden Movement which welcomes everyone to enjoy Quiet Gardens, to rest in the presence of God, whatever spiritual path they follow. We offer quite spaces presently in Glenholt and Plympton in Plymouth.
All are welcome regardless of faith or spirituality. The format will vary, but could include poetry, reflections and prayers - along with a time for space, quiet and personal reflection. The core values of Quiet Gardens include: |
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Hospitality
Quiet Gardens are places of hospitality, which is offered to all who wish to visit from any faith background or none. Such hospitality draws on the deep wells of Christian spirituality and the monastic past as well as the gifts of the host team. In a home setting this may begin with listening to guests, as Jesus listened to those he encountered, before responding to individual needs whether those needs are a cup of coffee, a warm corner or a niche in the garden just to be.
Contemplative prayer
Quiet Gardens are rooted in the Christian contemplative tradition as expressed in the Scriptures and the wisdom of the desert tradition, as well as the Christian mystical tradition and Celtic spirituality. Quiet Gardens provide a context for learning about these sources and resources, and enjoying silence, attentiveness and contemplative prayer.
Nature (re)connection
Time in a Quiet Garden can be helpful for our health and wellbeing, as well as our spiritual journey. Deep restfulness and refreshment within the beauty of creation can often take place, and there will be many opportunities for attentiveness and moments of wonder and transcendence to occur. All these restore body, mind and soul. Our care for the environment creates balance for daily life and inspiration for compassionate activism. Time in a Quiet Garden enhances our relationship with the earth and encourages care for creation.
Quiet Gardens are places of hospitality, which is offered to all who wish to visit from any faith background or none. Such hospitality draws on the deep wells of Christian spirituality and the monastic past as well as the gifts of the host team. In a home setting this may begin with listening to guests, as Jesus listened to those he encountered, before responding to individual needs whether those needs are a cup of coffee, a warm corner or a niche in the garden just to be.
Contemplative prayer
Quiet Gardens are rooted in the Christian contemplative tradition as expressed in the Scriptures and the wisdom of the desert tradition, as well as the Christian mystical tradition and Celtic spirituality. Quiet Gardens provide a context for learning about these sources and resources, and enjoying silence, attentiveness and contemplative prayer.
Nature (re)connection
Time in a Quiet Garden can be helpful for our health and wellbeing, as well as our spiritual journey. Deep restfulness and refreshment within the beauty of creation can often take place, and there will be many opportunities for attentiveness and moments of wonder and transcendence to occur. All these restore body, mind and soul. Our care for the environment creates balance for daily life and inspiration for compassionate activism. Time in a Quiet Garden enhances our relationship with the earth and encourages care for creation.
