Half-Day Holy Week Retreat: Spiritual Practices for the Journey
Saturday, March 28
9:30 am – 12:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of Austin
Prepare your heart for Holy Week with a quiet morning of reflection, renewal, and spiritual depth. This Half-Day Holy Week Retreat offers a peaceful space to step away from daily demands and enter more fully into the sacred story of Christ’s passion, death, and resurrection.
Whether you are new to spiritual practices or have long found meaning in contemplative prayer, this retreat invites you to slow down and encounter the presence of the Holy Spirit in gentle, grounding ways.
What to Expect
Throughout the morning, participants will experience a variety of Christian spiritual practices, including:
Centering Prayer
Lectio Divina (sacred reading and meditation of Scripture)
Journaling for reflection and discernment
Mindfulness meditation
Walking the labyrinth
And other guided contemplative experiences
Each practice is thoughtfully introduced, making this retreat welcoming and accessible to beginners while still meaningful for seasoned practitioners.
Why Attend a Holy Week Retreat?
Holy Week is one of the most profound seasons of the Christian year. Taking intentional time before it begins can:
Deepen your awareness of God’s presence
Create spiritual clarity and peace
Strengthen your prayer life
Help you enter Palm Sunday and Easter with greater meaning
This retreat is ideal for adults seeking spiritual renewal in Austin, contemplative worshipers, and anyone longing for a slower, more reflective rhythm during Lent.
Registration Information
There is no cost to attend, but registration is requested so we can prepare materials and space appropriately.
A Welcoming Space for Reflection
First Presbyterian Church of Austin offers this retreat as part of our commitment to nurturing faith that is thoughtful, grounded, and open to wonder. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, you are invited to come and rest in God’s presence.
Come breathe deeply. Listen quietly. Prepare your heart for Holy Week.