Creative Week
In 2024, La Fonderie, in partnership with YWAM Cévennes, invites you to embark on a meditative week for creatives in the medieval village of Vézénobres, located in the Gard region. This unique opportunity will be held in french and english.
From December 4 to 8, 2024, these days offer a rare opportunity to step back, connect with God, and engage with fellow artists who explore the rich interplay between art and faith. With a limited capacity of only 15 to 20 participants, plus the guidance of La Fonderie and YWAM Cévennes supervisors, an intimate and enriching experience is waiting for you.
Our journey begins on Wednesday, December 4, with a warm welcome at 6 p.m. followed by an introductory dinner. Each day will start with morning worship and meditation, setting the tone for group our training sessions. Afternoons will be dedicated to creative workshops, while evenings are dedicated to relaxation through film screenings or enjoyable activities. Shared meals will be a highlight to complement the thematic content for the week through discussions.
TYPICAL DAY
Vézénobres, December 4-8, 2024
A creative and spiritual week for artists.
BREAKFAST
9:00-9:45 : Worship time
10:00-10:45 : Meditative time
11:00-12:30 : Teaching
10:00-10:45 : Meditative time
11:00-12:30 : Teaching
LUNCH
14:30-17:30 : Workshop
17:30-18:30 : Free time
14:30-17:30 : Workshop
17:30-18:30 : Free time
DINNER
20:00 : Movie or evening activity
21:30 : End of the day
21:30 : End of the day
SPEAKERS
André Coetzee
André Coetzee is a South African minister with a passion for the prophetic and the arts. As the founder of the WIP (Worship, Intercession, and Prophetic) initiative and co-founder of the biannual WIP school in Vézénobres, France, André combines his extensive training in the prophetic as well as multiple disciplines within the performing and fine arts.
Noémie Pons
Noémie, a Quebec artist currently residing in Vézénobres, has been actively involved with YWAM since the age of 18. Specializing in abstract art with a focus on ink and monotype techniques, Noémie will give a creative workshop where the spirit guides us towards new revelations and creations.
Sarah Retes
Brazilian based in France and working with YWAM, Sarah will offer a workshop on movement and dance.
Francisco et Stéphanie Ramos
Francisco et Stéphanie, leading members of La Fonderie, are American-Portuguese missionaries who have been living in Paris for 30 years. Thanks to their vast experience, they will guide our meditation workshops every morning for a gentle start to the day.
REGISTRATION
The registration fee is 250€ per person for the 4 days. This price includes all meals, materials for creative workshops, speakers and supervisors. Please note this does not include your accommodation and transport.
Accommodation in shared rooms is available at the YWAM Cévennes base for just €60 (€15 per night). Alternatively, you are welcome to arrange your own accommodation at one of the guest houses in the village.
Please fill out the pre-registration form. After we receive your registration we will send you, within the limit of places available, a link to pay your registration online. We will also provide you with more information regarding transport and accommodation via email: jemfonderie@gmail.com.