The Celtic Peace Garden is the culmination of The Columba Community's work of reconciliation over the past 20 years. It is to be built near The White Oaks Centre and will bring serenity and healing to visitors and to the residents of the Centre during its construction and development.
The garden is inspired by the 5th - 12th Century spiritual renaissance in Europe, which followed the fall of the Roman Empire. The Garden with its representations of the Cross of Patrick, the Boat of Brendan, the Island of Columba and the Oratory of Canice, will inspire visitors to a spiritual re-awakening and renewal following the recent Troubles in this land. Also, a rough pathway round the perimeter of the Garden will afford Christian Pilgrims ample opportunity for reflective prayer.
This garden will be built over the next twenty years or more. Should you wish to be involved in this project in any way get in touch with us now and enjoy the whole experience.
You are probably beginning to realise as you mature that there are fewer and fewer real issues worth pursuing.
"I have come that you have Life and live it to the full"
John 10:10
Fr.Neal and Patsy standing outside the site for the Celtic Peace Garden on Wednesday 28th February 2001.
We hope to have the White Oaks Centre completed by 20th April and begin looking at the possibilities which present themselves for developing this 8 acre site in a truly life giving manner. This development will happen over the next 10 years starting now and embracing all aspects of a truly spiritual lifestyle.
