Centre
Sophie
Barat

IGNATIAN SPIRITUAL CENTER, LEAD BY A COMMUNITY OF RELIGIOUS NUNS OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS

The birthplace of Saint Madeleine Sophie Barat, nestled between the banks of the Yonne and the hills of Burgundy at the gateway to the Ile de France, in Joigny, is much more than a spiritual center. It's a peaceful, friendly place where you're welcome to immerse yourself in the Word of God, find silence, receive loving guidance, attend inspiring courses, and pray together in a family atmosphere.

Come and draw from the source

April

May 2026

June

9 May

09:30

Centre Sophie Barat

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SATURDAY FOR GOD: taste the Word of GOD with others

22 May

18:00

Eglise Saint Thibault

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Feast of Madeleine Sophie – Party at the Center

30 - 31 May

09:30

Centre Sophie Barat

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Spiritual weekend: Nature, a path to God

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An international spiritual center in a family home

Provides a quiet place to pray, resource and reflect;
Is open to all those searching for meaning and introspection;
Welcomes hosts year-round, from all continents;
Is a place of pilgrimage and meeting for the Sacred Heart Family following the footsteps of Saint Sophie Barat;
Takes place in a family setting, as if you were in your own home, where you can draw from the source of the love of Christ.

The center is held by a community of Religious of the Sacred Heart Of Jesus and a secular staff.

What we offer to young adults and students

"It is not knowing much, but realizing and relishing things internally that fills and satisfies the soul,’ says Ignatius of Loyola.

The 'Feeling God' journey is a retreat for 18-35 year-olds who wish to ‘feel and relish’ the presence of God in their lives. Built upon a specific pedagogy, it unfolds in three options (spiritual stops, introductory retreats to the Exercises, retreats of +5 days). Each person is free to join the one that best suits them according to their availability, expectations, and retreat experience.