KOLIN MONASTERY
Center for spirituality and spiritual exercises
NONLINE MEDITATION ALPHABET
Daily silent meditation online
Every weekday in November - Monday 1 November 2021 to Tuesday 30 November 2021.
We offer the possibility of daily joint meditation online
Every weekday at 8:00 in the morning and 20:00 in the evening for 25 minutes. Meditation takes place in a virtual room via Zoom. A stable Internet connection and a device with a speaker and a camera are therefore required. This offer is intended for experienced exercise participants who are looking for the possibility of regular joint practice. This is not a meditation course, but a space and opportunity to meditate together in silence for those who know what to do with silence.
Application for online meditations
COURSES FOR WINTER and SPRING 2022
It is only possible to apply via the form, to which you can find a link in the description of the course - other methods of application will not be taken into account. In the registration form, it is necessary to fill in the following items: name, surname, date of birth, permanent residence, telephone and email. Next, the type of room in which you want to be accommodated and information on whether you are going to arrive by car. We usually send an answer to the application within 5 working days. Please keep in mind thatthe application is binding and in case of cancellation of participation by you, you may be subject to cancellation fees according toINgeneral conditions.
Information on individual types of courses.
As part of anti-epidemic measures, visitors to the monastery must not show symptoms of COVID-19 and present one of the following written confirmations (in paper or electronic form) upon arrival:
- a certificate of completed vaccination, with at least 14 days having passed since the last dose of the vaccine
- proof of an illness that has not passed for more than 180 days
WINTER COURSES
Course 479 Contemplative Exercises (5 days)
25.-30.1. 2022, Tuesday 18.00 to Sunday 15.00
The course offers a practical introduction to contemplative prayer. It is especially suitable for beginners who need a basic experience with the practice of contemplative prayer. It will give the more experienced time and space to further deepen their spiritual path. The cornerstones of the program are joint contemplative prayer, a stay in nature, simple physical work, a personal conversation with an accompanist, several speeches focused on the practice of contemplation, silence is maintained during the exercises. The course is based on Jan Šedivý's method.
They are accompanied by deacon P. Pavel Pola OCD and deacon Elva Frouz.
The course prices are:
In a triple room - CZK 3,900
In a double room - CZK 6,250
In a single room - CZK 8,750
There are still places available on this course.
All types of accommodation are available.
501 Sadhana Course (4 days)
9.-13.2. 2022, Wednesday 18.00 to Sunday 15.00
Sadhana combines the tradition of Christian spirituality with Eastern forms of meditation, paying special attention to the inner stillness, alertness and receptivity that can be achieved in the process of awareness. The course is inspired by the school of prayer of the Indian Jesuit Anthony de Mello. The course will not take place in complete silence, on the contrary, there will occasionally be space for sharing experiences with exercises and practice. At the same time, during the course, we will try to introduce meditation into everyday activities (washing dishes, walks or small chores). The course is very suitable for beginners. Possibility of individual accompaniment on request.
He is accompanied by therapist Šimon Grimmich.
The course prices are:
In a triple room - CZK 3,120
In a double room - CZK 5,000
In a single room - CZK 7,000
There are still places available on this course.
Double and triple rooms are available.
Course 503 Weekend between Soul and Spirit (3 days)
24.-27.2. 2022, Thursday 18.00 to Sunday 15.00
Retreat with elements of self-discovery of the personality with the aim of using the information obtained to work on oneself and to find suitable stimuli for further self-improvement. New psychodiagnostic methods (e.g. enneagram) will be used for self-discovery, and in interactive group and individual work on the results, participants will verify how they can further work with the knowledge gained. Emphasis will also be placed on mutual feedback between participants.
They are accompanied by Sr. Denisa Červenková CSTF and therapist Michal Petr.
The course prices are:
In a triple room - CZK 2,340
In a double room - CZK 3,750
In a single room - CZK 5,250
There are still places available on this course.
Triple rooms are available.
Course 504 Lenten Contemplative Exercises (4 days)
2.-6.3. 2022, Thursday 18.00 to Sunday 15.00
The course offers a practical introduction to contemplative prayer. It is especially suitable for beginners who need a basic experience with the practice of contemplative prayer. It will give the more experienced time and space to further deepen their spiritual path. The cornerstones of the program are joint contemplative prayer, a stay in nature, simple physical work, a personal conversation with an accompanist, several speeches focused on the practice of contemplation, silence is maintained during the exercises. The course is based on Jan Šedivý's method.
They are accompanied by Catholic deacon Elva Frouz and Jaromír Veselák.
The course prices are:
In a triple room - CZK 3,120
In a double room - CZK 5,000
In a single room - CZK 7,000
There are still places available on this course.
All types of accommodation are available.
Course 505 Introduction to the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises (3 days)
10.-13.3. 2022, Thursday 18.00 to Sunday 15.00
A practical introduction to the Ignatian prayer method (lectio divina, imaginative meditation,
exam) with the option of individual accompaniment, preferably intended for those with little or no experience and graduates of the Introduction to Prayer course. The course is intended for those who want to get to know the world of exercises, start or deepen their spiritual life.
They are accompanied by P. Samuel Prívara SJ and P. Jan Regner SJ.
The course prices are:
In a triple room - CZK 2,340
In a double room - CZK 3,750
In a single room - CZK 5,250
There are still places available on this course.
All types of accommodation are available.
Course 506 Heavenly Ladder (3 days)
17. - 20.3. 2022, Thursday 18:00 to Sunday 15:00
Jacob's ladder, which leads from heaven to people and from people to God, inspired both Western and Eastern Christian spirituality and iconography. Jan Klimak. This spiritual renewal will include both Ignatian meditation with a biblical text, meditation with the texts of St. Jan Klimaik and Petre Tutea, with icons of the heavenly ladder, and Jesus' prayer.
They are accompanied by theologians and clergy Ivana Noble and Kateřina Bauer.
In a triple room - CZK 2,340
In a double room - CZK 3,750
In a single room - CZK 5,250
There are still places available on this course.
All types of accommodation are available.
SPRING COURSES
Course 507 Lenten Retreat: The Body in Prayer (3 days)
24. - 27.3. 2022, Thursday 18:00 to Sunday 15:00
These retreats are especially suitable for those who want to be introduced to contemplative prayer and to deepen their practice. The course takes place in silence, a large part of the program consists of joint contemplative prayer, simple physical work in the monastery and physical exercises are also part of it. The specialty of this term of the course is practical physical exercises that help involve the body in contemplation (how to kneel, sit and walk better so that it helps in prayer).
The course is accompanied by Denisa Červenková CSTF and physiotherapist and neurologist MUDr. B. Pelousková..
In a triple room - CZK 2,340
In a double room - CZK 3,750
In a single room - CZK 5,250
There are still places available on this course.
All types of accommodation are available.
Course 508 Community Weekend (3 days)
1.-3.4. 2022, Thursday 18.00 to Sunday 15.00
This long weekend is dedicated to the community around our monastery and its supporters who want to spend the Advent season well. We will offer a space for silence, stimuli for meditation and space for group interaction.
We look forward to you!
The course prices are:
In a triple room - CZK 2,340
In a double room - CZK 3,750
In a single room - CZK 5,250
There are still places available on this course.
Double and triple rooms are available.
Course 509 Contemplative Exercises with Jan Šedivý (5 days)
5.-10.4. 2022, Tuesday 18.00 to Sunday 15.00
A classic version of contemplative spiritual exercises with the possibility of individual accompaniment. For beginners, practice in the method of contemplative prayer according to Jan Šedivý will be offered, which will accompany this course.
They are accompanied by Jan Šedivý and Denisa Červenková CSTF.
The course prices are:
In a triple room - CZK 3,900
In a double room - CZK 6,250
In a single room - CZK 8,750
There are still places available on this course.
Double and triple rooms are available.
Course 510 Easter Contemplative Exercises by Franz Jalics (6 days)
12.-18.4. 2022, Tuesday 18.00 to Monday 15.00
Practical and theoretical course of contemplative prayer according to France Jalics for all those interested in contemplative prayer. The course includes an offer of individual accompaniment and training in the method. Completion of one of the introductory courses in contemplation or prayer is an advantage, but not a condition.
He is accompanied by P. Samuel Prívar SJ and deacon Miloš Hrdý.
The course prices are:
In a triple room - CZK 4,680
In a double room - CZK 7,500
In a single room - CZK 10,500
There are still places available on this course.
Double and triple rooms are available.
Information on individual types of courses.
General conditions of registration.