The activities of the Centre for Celtic Spirituality are based at the Church of Ireland Cathedral, Armagh (the Old Cathedral). The worship will be in the old cathedral, there are gardens in the grounds for prayer and quietness, and the Cathedral itself houses many artefacts relating to the Celtic Church. On site there is also:-
Armagh Public Library, a beautiful 18th Century Library, with books ancient and modern and a wonderful study ambience. The library has collected all that was ever written on St. Patrick, Ireland’s Patron Saint.
Within walking distance:-
The Roman Catholic Cathedral, built in the 19th Century and a wonderful example of Italian craftsmanship.
Navan, (about 2 miles away) with its ancient Celtic Pre-Christian heritage.
There is also the Observatory, the City Museum, and Archbishop Robinson’s Palace.
A day or part day in Armagh
If you are on a tour of Ireland, The Centre for Celtic Spirituality can offer the following to groups or individuals:-
- Celtic Christian Worship – A Celtic Eucharist or Morning/Evening Office. This is an experience of powerful and ancient liturgy.
- Talks/discussion on aspects of Celtic Spirituality.
- Celtic Art workshops.
- A session of Spiritual Guidance – The anamchara Way.
- A walking pilgrimage to St. Brigid’s well, with creation centred liturgy.
- A guided tour of the old cathedral with a Celtic focus.
- Discussion on the contribution of Celtic Spirituality to the peace and reconciliation process in Northern Ireland.
Quiet Days
A quiet day or half day at the cathedral can include some of the above, with opportunities for silence and reflection in the Cathedral gardens, and reflection sessions for journal writing.
Talks to groups
On aspects of Celtic Spirituality and/or Peace and Reconciliation.
Costs
Half Day – £10 sterling per person
Full Day - £20 Sterling per person
These costs include morning tea/coffee, but do not include lunch – which can be booked in advance if requested.
