In this autumn retreat at George Bell House, largely spent in silence, we invite participants to step out of the intensity of their life and to come on a contemplative journey with Thomas Merton using the bible, his writings and his photography as our guide.

This retreat will include an introduction to the life of Merton and his writings, how Merton used photography as a tool for contemplation, as well as time to explore a small collection of his photographs as an aid to contemplation.

Weather permitting there will also be the opportunity to spend some time in the Bishops Place Gardens on a contemplative walk using your camera or mobile phone if you wish.

The retreat will be guided by Earl Collins, the Canon Chancellor andJohn Workman, an art history postgraduate researcher and member of the Cathedral congregation.

There are opportunities for individual spiritual conversation with Earl Collins alongside the sessions.