Held in God's Gaze - Brother Lawrence of the Resurrection: finding God amid the lowly chores.

Held in God’s Gaze is a reflective network which is part of the extended spiritual community at Whalley Abbey, opening up the spiritual traditions of Christian prayer in an accessible way. You are welcome to join us as and when and how it best suits you. In the 2026 we are focusing on ‘homely contemplation’ with three saints who offer insights into the practice of contemplative prayer. Brother Lawrence is known for his 'Practice of the Presence of God'.

This quiet day will run from 10:00-15:00, but all are welcome to join a Eucharist at 09:30 as a way to prepare for the day.

The cost for each day (including lunch and refreshments) is £37. We do not want to exclude anyone on the basis of cost. If you need help, please ask in advance by emailing bookings@whalleyabbey.org.

Rev. Nicholas Heale lives and works in Blackburn, and has overseen the development of Held in God’s Gaze as a space in which to reflect more deeply on our nurture of the spiritual life.

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