LENTEN – EASTER RETREAT
UNFETTERED
A Lenten – Easter Retreat on Forgiveness
Let it Go. Let it Be. Let it Grow.
Are you carrying unforgiveness? Does resentment weigh you
down? This transformative retreat will guide you
through the journey of forgiveness — from bondage to freedom,
from wound to wisdom, from recipient of mercy to minister of
mercy.
A Journey Toward Freedom
Forgiveness is not a single act — it is a journey with different movements. Some wounds can be released through deliberate choice and grace. Others require patient acceptance until healing comes. And all forgiveness, even partial, bears fruit that transforms us and the world around us.
Unfettered is a contemplative retreat rooted in Scripture, the wisdom of Carmelite spirituality, and psychological insight. Whether you’re carrying old family wounds, recent betrayals, or the accumulated weight of everyday grievances, this retreat offers a path forward.
This is not a retreat about forgiveness — it is a retreat through forgiveness. You will leave not merely
informed but genuinely freer.
“Forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who
trespass against us.”
The Three Movements
Each movement of the forgiveness
journey will have a day dedicated to it.
“To be a Christian means to forgive the
inexcusable, because God has forgiven the
inexcusable in you.”
— C.S. Lewis
Register now
13 – 15 April 2026
Please note: the residential component of this retreat is no longer available. This retreat is offered online only.
£75 Online Only Access
Full retreat experience from your home
✓ Daily live teaching sessions via Zoom, 13, 14 and 15 April, 7:00pm-9:00pm GMT
✓ Three months’ access to recordings of the Zoom sessions
✓ Guided prayer recordings
✓ Small group breakout sessions
✓ Participant handbook (PDF)
✓ Worldwide community connection
🕦 Time Zone Information for Online Participants
Live sessions are at 7:00pm UK time (GMT). The UK will still be on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT)
during these dates. Clocks change to British Summer Time (BST) on 29 March 2026. Check your local
equivalent: 7pm GMT = 2pm Eastern (US) = 11am Pacific (US) = 6am Sunday AEDT (Australia).
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior retreat experience?
No. This retreat is designed for both those new to contemplative practice and those with experience. We provide guidance throughout.
Is this retreat only for Catholics?
No. While rooted in Catholic and Carmelite spirituality, the retreat welcomes Christians of all traditions. The teaching draws on Scripture and wisdom accessible to all.
What if I can’t forgive?
We acknowledge that some wounds take time. There’s no pressure to achieve instant forgiveness — only honesty and grace.
Is this retreat suitable for trauma survivors?
This retreat addresses “ordinary” unforgiveness — disappointments, betrayals, accumulated grievances. If you’re carrying severe trauma, we recommend working with a therapist alongside the retreat.
What if I miss an online session?
Live sessions are recorded and made available within 24 hours. However, we encourage attending live for the full experience of community and ritual.
Is Confession/Reconciliation available?
We encourage seeking the sacrament at your local parish.
Can I get a refund if I can’t attend?
Full refund if cancelled 7+ days before. Contact us for hardship situations.
Register now for Unfettered
Begin your journey toward freedom
Need financial assistance? Limited bursaries are available.
Contact admin@carmelite.org.uk
Centre for Applied Carmelite Spirituality
Offering retreats, spiritual direction, and resources rooted in the Carmelite contemplative tradition. Our mission is to make the wisdom of the great Carmelite saints accessible for contemporary Christian life.
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“Forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us.”
2026-01-20