Sanctuary is a place for the soul-searching, peace-seeking and home-longing to rest in the Presence of God.

We meet on the third Sunday of every month at 6.30pm, at St Edmund’s Church in Holme Pierrepont, Nottingham.

Whether you are seeking God, a young professional in the city, simply searching for a place of peace, or looking for spiritual anchoring in a busy world. This is for you.

We long for Sanctuary to be a community of honest belonging and radical transformation.

Are you on the edge of burnout, overwhelmed by the pace of the city, or in need of spiritual anchoring in a busy world? Are you searching for something more?

Come to Sanctuary and find rest in the presence of Jesus.

Our Summer Retreats

  • Led by Revd Dr Jonathan Mole.

    As followers of Jesus we are called the bless people and people in God's name, but what does that actually mean? What is blessing, and how do we bless others? 

    Join us as we spend time exploring what blessing is, what it is for, and how to bless our colleagues, workplaces, families, friends and even our enemies.

    Book on here.

  • Led by Revd Lauren Simpson.

    In those days Jesus came from Nazareth of Galilee and was baptised by John in the Jordan. And when he came up out of the water, immediately he saw the heavens being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, "You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased." - Mark 1:9-11

    Join us as we spend time meditating on Jesus Christ, the beloved Son. His heart towards us, and towards the people around us.

    £15 includes coffee, tea and cakes throughout the morning.

    Book your place here.

  • Saturday 6th September, 9.30am-1pm. Led by Lianna Basdeo.

    Discover the beauty of creativity and prayer, explore how to engage with scripture using creativity. Through ancient practices such as lectio-divina and contemplative prayer combined with visual media such as journaling, and painting; participants will have the opportunity to prayerfully step into the Gospel story in an immersive way.

    £35 cost: includes all materials and equipment will be provided. Also coffee, tea and cakes throughout the morning.

    Book your place here.

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“I have seen you in the sanctuary
    and beheld your power and your glory.

— Psalm 63:2