Join us at the peaceful Carmelite Priory at Boars Hill for a marriage retreat that will take you deeper with your spouse and God than you can imagine! Understanding St. John Paul II's vision for marriage, in newly rediscovered texts, unlocks the pathway to go into the deep and be not afraid! Retreat Leaders: Peter & Theresa Martin.


  • Date:6/19/2026 05:00 PM - 6/21/2026 03:00 PM
  • Location Carmelite Priory, Chilswell Boars Hill, Oxford, OX1 5HB (Map)

 

Description

Come away with your spouse and pray ...

Get away from the bustle of everyday life. Give your spouse the gift of time – to deepen your love in Christ. 

The natural beauty of the Carmelie Priory is the ideal place to retreat. You and your spouse will learn about NEWLY REDISCOVERED St. John Paul II’s Rule for Married Couples Groups & experience the deep spiritual union, available in sacramental marriage!
For commuters, book your rooms at a local hotel in Oxford.

Friday, July 18

5:00 pm – Doors Open/ Check-in

6:15 pm – St. John Paul II’s Unique Vision for Marriage 

7:00 pm – Couples Dialogue Time

7:30 pm – Night Prayer

7:45 pm – Evening Social

 

Saturday, July 19

8:15 am – Breakfast (for those staying overnight). 

9:00 am – Morning session begins

9:15 am – Igniting Your Conjugal Spirituality 

10:15 am – Couples Dialogue Time

11:15 am – Mass

12:00 pm – Lunch

1:00 pm – Confessions Available

3:00 pm – Divine Mercy Chaplet

3:15 pm – How St. John Paul II’s Rule Unlocks a Deeper Love 

4:00 pm – Couples Dialogue Time

5:00 pm – Dinner

6:00 pm – Forgiveness and Vulnerability 

7:00 pm – Eucharistic Adoration and Couples Prayer

8:00 pm – Social


Sunday, July 20

8:30 am – Gather/ light snacks

9:00 am – Be Not Afraid to Change the World! 

9:45 am – Couples Dialogue Time

10:15 am – Mass

11:30 pm – Brunch

12:30 pm – Sharing of Graces and Evaluations 

1:00 pm – Final Remarks/ Closing Prayer 

3:00 pm – Check out.