MISSION
Faithful to a tradition inspired by Patrick, who himself found hope and new purpose in his time among the mountains, Lough Derg is here to offer opportunities for deep encounter with self and with God in these changing times.
VISION
In a busy world, Lough Derg is an island apart, welcoming all who seek peace, spiritual nourishment and new direction through pilgrimage, presence and prayer.
VALUES
WELCOME for each one who comes, true to the spirit of a place of sanctuary – the ancient tearmann
RESPECT the freedom to come as you are, whatever life experience you may bring
SPACE for the deeper things, away from demands to be ever available and online
WONDER at the simple beauty of nature in this out-of-the-way corner of God’s creation
FAITH that the things of the spirit are true and real and worthy of our attention
AUTHENTICITY in touch with one’s best and truest self, and with what really matters
HOPE that another new beginning is always possible and that grace will lead us home
HEALING for hearts that know their vulnerability and that long to forgive and to be forgiven
LOVE OF GOD AND NEIGHBOUR after the example of Jesus who made God’s compassion real for all who came his way
RESPECT the freedom to come as you are, whatever life experience you may bring
SPACE for the deeper things, away from demands to be ever available and online
WONDER at the simple beauty of nature in this out-of-the-way corner of God’s creation
FAITH that the things of the spirit are true and real and worthy of our attention
AUTHENTICITY in touch with one’s best and truest self, and with what really matters
HOPE that another new beginning is always possible and that grace will lead us home
HEALING for hearts that know their vulnerability and that long to forgive and to be forgiven
LOVE OF GOD AND NEIGHBOUR after the example of Jesus who made God’s compassion real for all who came his way
