DYM Lent Study Weekend: Why did Jesus have to die?
About the weekend
Why did Jesus have to die for our salvation? Couldn’t God have just forgiven us? Would Jesus have become incarnate even if Adam and Eve had never sinned? Was the betrayal of Judas necessary, and if so, doesn’t that make God responsible? How can God want his Son to die? And how can Jesus willingly go along with the plan?
Join the Dominican Friars for a weekend of prayer and study to look at the central mysteries of the Christian faith. We will use the liturgical texts and chants of Holy Week to understand better the reasons for Jesus’ sacrifice on the Cross.
The weekend will be led by Fr Matthew Jarvis OP. As well as talks and meditations, there will be time for adoration and confession, Mass and the Liturgy of the Hours, and social time with other young Catholics.
Who is it for?
The study weekend is for any students and young professionals (20s and 30s), including those new to the Catholic tradition or looking to deepen their faith.
Date and Timings
Friday 21st – Sunday 23rd March
Check-in is possible from 3pm on the Friday, and the retreat will begin with vespers (evening prayer) at 5.45pm, and then the weekend will conclude after lunch on Sunday.
How to get there
Holy Cross Priory is located in the centre of Leicester (LE1 6HW). It is a short walk from the railway station, and there is plenty of parking nearby. The retreat will take place in the Frassati Centre, the newly renovated pastoral centre attached to the church. Overnight accommodation will be at the Premier Inn, a 5 min walk from the Priory.
More information on locating Holy Cross can be found on the webpage (https://www.holycrossleicester.org/106-2/how-to-find-us/).
Booking information
Residential tickets cost £75. This covers full food and board in shared rooms. It is also possible to purchase a non-residential ticket, which covers just food and the talks, for £20.
If you would like to attend but have financial difficulties for any reason please let us know. Bookings must be made by Friday 28th February. The full amount must be paid before your space is confirmed.
To receive the booking form, and if you have any further questions, please email us: dym@english.op.org
