About Us
Divine Retreat Centre was inaugurated in Pantasaph on 28th May 2022 by His Excellency Peter Brignall, Bishop of the Wrexham Diocese. This holy place now serves as a haven of spiritual renewal, where the Vincentian Fathers of Divine Retreat Centre conduct various retreats, spiritual programmes, and pastoral ministries.
The centre is also home to Calvary Hill, Marian grotto & Rosary Way and the national shrine of Padre Pio, which have become special places of prayer and pilgrimage. Thousands visit throughout the year to spend time in reflection and encounter God’s grace. The Calvary Way offers a plenary indulgence to those who pray there at any time, making it a profoundly meaningful place of devotion for pilgrims from across the world.
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Spiritual Heritage
Before becoming a retreat centre, the grounds were home to the Franciscan community, whose legacy of prayer and simplicity continues to bless the place.
Retreats are held every weekend in various languages and include both one-day conventions and residential retreats. The team also conducts outreach retreats in different parts of the country and offers online ministries and services, making it possible for people everywhere to take part in the mission.
St. David's Church
The church was opened on 13th October 1852, and is located 3 miles from Holywell. A beautiful church from the outside, St David's is also blessed with some stunning and very aesthetic stained glass and statues within the church itself.
Vincentian Divine Retreat Centre
The preaching ministry of the Vincentian Congregation is based on the spiritual traditions bequeathed by St. Vincent-de-Paul. Vincentian spirituality is bifocal. While concentrating on the personal spiritual renewal of the individuals by a deep realization of the saving love of God, it leads everyone to accept the challenge of caring for the poor and the marginalized in society.
