“His beauty for our ashes…”
The annual gathering for all those involved in The Bless Network, Blesstival draws believers from France, the UK, the Netherlands, the USA and beyond. With worship, teaching, creative activities and a whole lot of fun, this is a family event like no other. Enjoy the beauty of one of the Loire’s finest campsites - noted by the Guardian as one of the 20 best in Europe. Accommodation options include glamping barrels and tree-houses; gites; bring-your-own tent or caravan and off-site rental in the surrounding area. Book here to request your preferred option.
Our theme this year is drawn from Isaiah 61:3 “… he will give a crown of beauty for ashes, a joyous blessing instead of mourning, festive praise instead of despair.” This is the divine exchange, the astounding reality of the incarnation: God comes to the very centre of our mourning; to those places where our lives amount to little more than smouldering ash, and give us instead a crown of beauty. So many of us in the Bless family have tasted, even this year, this very exchange. Let’s gather to celebrate all our God has done - and press-in together to know more of his miraculous presence and peace.
The event is bilingual in English and French, with main sessions translated and worship in both languages. A programme is provided for children during main meetings, alongside sessions of all-age worship. We provide a coffee-and-croissant breakfast each morning, and meals are available to purchase on-site at other times. BBQ’s are also available for shared use. There is a small shop on-site, and supermarkets within 10 kilometres.
We would love for you to join us.
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