Rachel mourns her children. She refuses to be consoled because her children are no more. Thus says the Lord: Cease your cries of mourning. Wipe the tears from your eyes. The sorrow you have shown shall have its reward. There is hope for your future.

Jeremiah 31: 15-17

About Rachel's Vineyard Retreats

From Friday evening, beginning with a light meal, through to mid-Sunday afternoon.

• a beautiful opportunity for healing for any woman or man who has struggled with the emotional or spiritual pain of an abortion

• a chance to get away from the daily pressures of work and family, to focus on a painful time in life, and to begin healing through a supportive and non-judgemental process

Many women unexpectedly find that their abortion affects them on a spiritual level, giving rise to feelings of guilt and shame. Through the retreat -

• preconceived fears of condemnation are transformed into blessings

• memories of abandonment, pain and confusion are replaced by peace and reconciliation.

While Christian-based, the retreat is open to individuals from any faith and denomination, and those with no formal faith connections.

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