UNIAPAC Spiritual Retreat 2026

From 22 to 25 October 2026, UNIAPAC held its annual Spiritual Retreat in Manresa, Spain, bringing together members of our international community for four days of prayer, reflection and fellowship in the footsteps of St Ignatius of Loyola.

Entitled “Everything Seemed New – To see all things new in Christ”, the retreat took place at the Cova de Sant Ignasi, near the cave where St Ignatius prayed and experienced a profound spiritual transformation during his stay in Manresa.

Throughout the retreat, five spiritual talks explored the different stages of St Ignatius’ journey of conversion, focusing on sin and mercy, following Jesus, finding God in all things, the Passion and the Resurrection. Participants were invited to reflect on how their faith can transform their daily lives, relationships and professional responsibilities.

A central theme was the Ignatian invitation to “find God in all things”, recognising God’s presence in everyday activities and decisions. The retreat also encouraged participants to reconsider the meaning of success, not merely in terms of achievements, but through the love and dedication with which we serve others.

The programme combined personal prayer in silence, exchanges in small groups, communal prayer and the Eucharist, as well as guided visits to the spiritual and historical sites of Manresa. These days also provided a valuable opportunity to strengthen the bonds of friendship and fraternity within the UNIAPAC community.

We warmly thank all participants for sharing these days of spiritual renewal and fellowship. May the experience of Manresa continue to inspire us in our personal and professional lives, helping us to place our responsibilities at the service of the human person and the common good.