OMV Christmas Reunion 2014

‘The key to a great pilgrimage to Lourdes is by trying to get the most out of these three things: care, fun and spirituality.’ A saying that has been passed down the OMV. It applies to the Christmas Reunion just as much it does Lourdes. It is this, which brings us together. This Christmas Reunion is a chance to gather with your OMV family or introduce new members.

We spend the weekend at Worth Abbey, where helpers and HPs spend their time merrily catching-up. There are inordinate cups of tea, Christmas dinners, carols, dancing, games, laughter and the OMV’s own 12 days of Christmas. We also have an unique opportunity to partake in the life of monastic prayer, which many find a helpful way to prepare for Christmas.

 

Applications:

Places are limited so please book in time to avoid disappointment. Places will be decided on once all the applications from helpers and guests have been received. Applications will be open from:

04/10/14 – 02/11/14

 

Volunteer Requirements:

 

First Aid Training - Volunteers will have to have undertaken First Aid training, either by attending the OMV training day in London on Saturday 1st June, or by independently organising recognised training, preferably through the Red Cross or St John’s Ambulance.

CRB checks – all volunteers must have valid CRB (DBS) clearance through the Hospitaller Limited. If you have any doubt as to the validity of your DBS please contact Blair Sasada as soon as possible (christmas_reunion@omv.org.uk).

Safeguarding Course – You may be required to undertake a short online safeguarding course in order to attend. If you have completed one for the OMV this year, you will not be required to do it again.
Cost:

 

Full rate - £85

If you are unable to make the full week-end, but still would like to come, please get in touch with Sophie Dolan;

christmas_reunion@omv.org.uk

 

If you have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact Sophie via e-mail:
christmas_reunion@omv.org.uk