Brigid's Flame 2025
A Celebration of Brigid, the divine feminine presence at the time of Imbolc
Sunday 9th February 2025
Ashley Park House, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary
with
Rev. Nóirín Ní Riain & Lucia Guerin
Are you ready for new beginnings?
Is your life lacking vitality, spirituality, meaning and purpose?
Do you long to live your life to the full?
...then this day is for you.
During this day, yes we will focus on the goddess and holy woman, Brigid, but our objective and meaning for you is much much more transformative.
We already have some tired perspectives on Brigid, such as the Brigid Cross, the Brat which opened out into the Curragh etc. but this day we shall zone in on little known perspectives on her.
We shall compose and sing chants dedicated to her memory. We shall share little known stories and myths around her that you may not have known until now. We shall create a ritual that demystifies her memory and makes her a real presence in our lives.
This is YOUR day
This time of year, February, Imbolc, the beginning of Spring, the emergence from the dark interior season of winter, can feel like being in a deep freeze; we are preserved and frozen now waiting to emerge as we once were before the process of preservation. But it is ourselves that must do the de-frosting.
So come now to unthaw, to shed the frozen ice of ennui and sameness and to restore what Hildegard von Bingen would term viriditas – or greening yet again into our lives.
" [Imbolc] The youngest of the seasons, we pray for new beginnings, new dreams, new possibilities, perhaps, to take a new path in our life's purpose".
... from Sacred Rituals by Rev. Nóirín Ní Riain
This retreat will include:
- Sacred sound rituals with Nóirín
- Sounds, Poetry, Movement and breathwork with Lucia
- Guided meditations and reflections on the wisdom of Brigid
- Opportunities for deep healing and transformation in a supportive, nurturing space
- Throat blessing ritual
Whether you are familiar with Brigid or new to her story, this day will offer you the opportunity to connect with her spirit, find peace, and leave feeling renewed and inspired.
Spaces are limited, so reserve your place today!
Blessing Your Voice
Just six days before this event, on February 3rd, in the Christian tradition, we celebrate the feast of Blaise, the patron saint of throats.
During our time together, we shall honour this patron of the voice and we shall bless our throats before we take our leave of each other. To guaranteed wisdom and discernment of speech over the coming year.
Meet Your Hosts
Rev. Nóirín Ní Riain PhD
Nóirín Ní Riain, PhD, has had an extraordinary career as Ireland’s Celtic jewel of song and soul. A theologian, musicologist, and recording artist, she has written several books, including her autobiography, Listen with the Ear of the Heart.
Her latest book, Sacred Rituals: An everyday book of prayer was on the best seller list of non-fiction and is now in its second edition. In 2003, she was awarded the first ever doctorate in theology from Mary Immaculate College for her originality in creating a theology of listening, for which she
coined the term theosony – meaning "the sound of God";.
Now in her seventies, Nóirín has recently presented extensively, live and on line on ageing well and its inevitable stage of dying. Her unique approach which embraces the physical, mental and primarily, the spiritual, aspect of the third chapter of life, she will share in depth mingled with joy and fun throughout the day.
An ordained Interfaith minister, alongside celebrating weddings and separation rituals, she offers spiritual mentoring and direction for people worldwide.
https://www.noirin.love/
Lucia Guerin
Lucia is passionate about helping people to find more freedom, balance and peace in their lives. Using the tools of sound, movement, poetry, breathwork and a deep focus on compassionate, non-judgement communication.
Lucia is committed to supporting people to access what is already within you to transform your life and live a life you love.
Lucia has trained and studied with some incredible teachers over the past 15 years, all with the common goal of transformation, an inner and outer journey to find spiritual, physical and emotional freedom.
Lucia combines these unique combination of these skills to offer creative classes, workshops and training events.
You will find more about her work on www.listeningfield.ie.
Ashley Park House - Welcomes you
A Beautiful Setting for Connection and Healing
There is no more perfect a space to share all of this that in Ashley Park, Nenagh, not only a nature sanctuary by the magical lake but with a garden that is Paradise. (The Persian word for garden also means Paradise so come and walk in Paradise for a few hours today.
- Venue: Our venue is the boathouse, which beautifully set with views over the shimmering lake.
- Lunch: Food is cooked onsite, a delicious, freshly made and locally sourced where possible, mouth-watering food.
- Link to venue: https://ashleypark.com/
Join us for this transformative day
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