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SUMMARY:African Catholic Community\, UAE Annual Retreat - 2026
DESCRIPTION:African Catholic Community\, UAE retreat 2026\nYou Are Warmly Invited: African Catholic Community\, UAE Annual Retreat 2026“Come Away and Rest Awhile”\nMark 6:31Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ\,\nThe African Catholic Community in the UAE joyfully invites you and your family to our Annual Retreat 2026\, a special time of spiritual renewal\, fellowship\, prayer\, and celebration of our shared faith and African heritage.\nDate: Wednesday 12th & Thursday 13th August 2026\nVenue: St. Mary’s Catholic Church\, Dubai\nTime: 6:0 pm\nThis year’s retreat offers a precious opportunity to step away from the busyness of daily life in the UAE\, recharge our souls\, and draw closer to God together as one African Catholic family. Whether you are a long-time member or joining us for the first time\, you will be warmly welcomed.\nWhat to Expect \n\nPowerful Teachings & Spiritual Direction from anointed priests and speakers \nDaily Holy Masses and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament \nPraise & Worship sessions filled with vibrant African songs and hymns \nTestimonies and faith-sharing moments that uplift and strengthen \nGroup Discussions & Workshops tailored for men\, women\, youth\, and families \nCultural Fellowship – sharing meals\, laughter\, stories\, and the rich diversity of our African cultures \nQuiet Time for personal reflection and prayer\n\nThis is more than a retreat — it is a homecoming. A time to reconnect with God\, with one another\, and with the deep roots of our Catholic faith as Africans living in the UAE.\nWho Should Attend?\nEveryone! Young adults\, married couples\, singles\, parents\, teenagers\, and children are all encouraged to come. Special provisions will be made for families and children’s activities.\n\nRegistration is now open.\nEarly registration is highly recommended as space is limited. \nTo register or for more information\, please contact your parish coordinators or reach out to the African Catholic Community leadership team.\nCome expectant. Come hungry for God. Come and experience His refreshing presence in the company of your brothers and sisters.\nLet us gather as one family under the protection of Our Lady\, Queen of Africa\, and allow the Lord to do great things in our lives during these two blessed days.\nWe cannot wait to worship\, pray\, laugh\, and grow with you!\nSave the Dates: 12th & 13th August 2026\nSt. Mary’s Catholic Church\, Dubai\n“Be still and know that I am God” – Psalm 46:10\nWith love and prayers\,\nThe African Catholic Community\, UAE\n“God is our strength”
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