Pope St JOHN PAUL II retreat and educational village
The Family is a vital part of the Church’s mission. It is against this background that Famille Esperance as Faith-Based Organization feels much concerned with alarming family problems.
However, to generate possible solutions of family problems in shared and protective way, FAES needs the neutral venue like CENTER where each individual from family, both men and women, children and siblings would feel comfortable and secured to express his / her feelings, pains and experiences towards healing process and family reunion after disruption, as well as coping strengths to the single parents.
It is understood that through the process, such venue would be used as Education, Retreat, Work and Worship Place. Accordingly, Famille Esperance has initiated the project of construction of “ POPE St John Paul II Retreat and Education Village” as a place where people, individuals or in intentional community, come apart to look deeply into their own lives and the world in light of faith, values, and find their calling to participate in Spirit’s healing work in creation.
As affirming Centre, the POPE St John Paul II Retreat and Education Village will offer hospitality to everyone and celebrate human diversity, gender equality, ability, religion and age, regardless of economic situation. This Village will also play an important role of hosting general Headquarters of Famille Esperance which will assure the successful fulfillment of its Mission, Vision and Goals.
Motivation of existence of POPE St John Paul II Retreat and Educational Village
As an affiliate of the Catholic Church of Rwanda, Our purpose is to make available a modern place of work, a place of meditation and healing, a place of recreation, a place of training, a place of celebration and shows, and a place of sport and leisure for social cohesion and good health amongst families. We also aim to contribute to reduction od poverty and ignorance among the members through basic training and job creation all based on Christianity and family cohesion. The Village will celebrate its presence as an Education and Retreat Centre with an all-embracing spirit where everyone is welcome.
Mission
To be an affirming, vibrant, and inclusive community where people and families of all backgrounds and traditions can gather on the land to live, work, learn, pray, play, heal and act for justice.
Vision
To offer renewing and transformative individual, group, and community experiences through meaningful reflection, deep connection, and joyful expression.
Values
Radical hospitality by welcoming and embracing all individuals, regadless their backgrounds, beliefs, or socio-economic status.
Purpose of POPE St John Paul II Retreat and Educational Village
POPE St John Paul II Retreat and Educational Village aims to provide a unique, intercultural center that offers a safe space for educational and spiritual retreats. Its program is built around five core principles, including promoting social equity, protecting the environment, curating space for family growth, enabling meaningful dialogue for change, and strengthening society and family through shared experiences.
The service offered by the village include family prayers and church services, healing and active listening venues, family refuge rooms, accommodations, conference and wedding rooms and gardens, sports and leisure facilities with swimming pool.
The goal of the village is to provide a modern space for work, meditation, and healing, recreation, and training based on Christian principles and family cohesion.
Famille Esperance Retreat and Educational village infrastructures includes an Administration Block, convent, chapel, multipurpose hall, bar and restaurant, accommodation, and playgrounds, all designed to meet the needs of FAES family members and other people in need.
Call for PARTNERSHIP
Famille Esperance needs your help to make this project a reality. Our goal is to create more than just a space – We need to build a thriving community that is united in values while celebrating diversity in spiritualties and faiths.
To achieve this we are calling for support with a range of stakeholders, including government institutions, churches and inter-church ministries, local and international NGOs, and individuals who care about the future of our families.
We also welcome our members and friends to join us in this exciting endeavour. Additionally, we are actively seeking other potential donors who share our passion for family stability, sustainability, cohesion and development.
By working together, we can make POPE St John Paul II Retreat and Educational Village a true force for positive change.
Join us today and help us create a community that supports uplifts families from all walks of live!