Advent Retreat | The Meaning is in the Waiting | Paul Hunt | 18 Dec 2026

The Meaning is in the Waiting

“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him…”

— Psalm 37:7

Join Paul at The Wellspring for another Advent Retreat, as we wait together for the coming of the Saviour, Child-King, the God-Man, the Light of the World.

In the waiting, God is at work, we get to be with Him, we can learn to let go, and we can learn that He is the One who is there for us.

Retreat areas will be available both indoors and out - weather permitting. Our spaces are communal and may be shared by others who are attending the day.

Numbers are limited to 15 to ensure a peaceful atmosphere, and allow personal space for reflection.

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Programme

10:00 - 10:30am: Start – Welcome/Registration/Hot drinks

10:30 - 11:30am: First Session - In the waiting… ‘GOD AT WORK’ (Mark 4:26-29), the seed growing secretly…

11:30am – 11:35am: Short Break.

11:35am – 12:30pm: Second Session - In the waiting… ‘TO BE WITH HIM’ (John 1:35-39), the ‘call’ to us as disciples…

12:30pm – 1:30pm: Lunch.

1:30pm – 2:30pm: Third Session - In the waiting… ‘THE LETTING GO’ (Luke 1:37), Mary says ‘let it be done according to your word’…

2:30pm – 2:35pm: Short Break.

2:35pm – 3:30pm: Fourth Session - In the waiting… ‘I AM HE WHO IS HERE FOR YOU’ (Exodus 3:14)

3:30pm – 4:00pm: End - Closing Fellowship (Hot Drinks & Cake)

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About Your Retreat Leader

Reverend Paul Hunt is married to Diana, and last year celebrated 60 years in ordained ministry. He has been a mission partner overseas and in England for 23 years, more recently working in parishes in the Coventry diocese. He is now a member of the Chase Team ministry in Malvern and is also involved in mentoring and leading retreats.

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Venue Info

If it is your first time at The Wellspring, you will find directions and other relevant info in the 'Visit Us' section of our Contact page.