Come Away
& Rest a While

Mark 6:31

Our mission as Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady in Ballinderry is to extend the warm Franciscan welcome to all.

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La Verna Centre of Spirituality & Hospitality

Welcome to the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady, Ireland, located in the serene setting of Ballinderry, Co. Westmeath. Open year-round, our house is a sanctuary for individuals and small groups seeking rest, reflection, and spiritual renewal. Whether you join us for a few hours, a day, or an extended stay, we warmly welcome people from all walks of life to experience peace and hospitality in an environment that nurtures the soul.

Programmes

Family life

Family and family life experiences

Every Wednesday 7:00pm
All Welcome

Innerchild

Interactive Innerchild and Mindfulness programme

Every Wednesday 7:00pm
All Welcome

Meditations

Individually Guided Meditations

By appointment

    Resources

    • Podcast

      Negative Bias in our lives

      February 26, 2023 • Clare • Season 6 • Episode 4
    • Podcast

      Language and Words

      February 5, 2023 • Clare • Season 6 • Episode 3
    • Podcast

      Holding Healthy Boundaries

      January 22, 2023 • Clare • Season 6 • Episode 2

    Reflection

    A Thought

    Never regret a day in your life:
    Good days bring happiness
    Bad days give experience
    Worse days give lessons
    And best days give memories