Do you dare to pray about your own life?
This retreat offers you time and space to slow down, pray in silence, reflect, and share with other students. You will learn practical tools for making life choices with God—using both your head and your heart.

In the peaceful setting of the Oude Abdij in Drongen (near Ghent), you will discover Christian and Ignatian spirituality together with 20–30 students. Expect moments of silence, personal prayer, inspiring input, and group conversations—all in English.

For whom

Students and young adults (18–30 years)

When

Friday 7 November (18h) – Sunday 9 November (14h), 2025

Where

Oude Abdij Drongen, Drongenplein 27, 9031 Drongen (near Ghent)
How to get there

Accompanied by

• Bastiaan van Rooijen SJ – works in Amsterdam as a lawyer for people on the margins and serves as a deacon in the pastoral ministry at the Krijtberg Church

• Bert Daelemans SJ – professor of Theology, KU Leuven & Comillas University (Madrid)

Costs

• Plus rate: €155 – helps make the retreat affordable for others

• Standard rate: €125

• Reduced rate: €75 – for students, people on benefits, or if needed

Prices include accommodation, meals, and the city tax (€3.50/night). Towels can be rented for €6.90. If the price is a barrier or you need to pay in installments, please contact us.

Payment:
IBAN BE79 7310 2699 1233 – “MAGIS retreat international + your name”

Info & registration

• Email: activiteiten@oudeabdij.be

• Phone: +32 9 226 52 26