Silent Retreat Day In The Heart Of Donnybrook

28.03.2026

Silent Retreat Day In The Heart Of Donnybrook

28.03.2026

We invite you to join us for a day of silence based on the format of the silent retreats in amritapuri ashram. There will be guided meditation, walking meditation, gentle yoga and some bhajans and arati to conclude the day.

For further information please contact Marion on 086 891 3703.

LOVE

“Be like the honeybee who gathers only nectar wherever it goes. Seek the goodness that is found in everyone.”

SERVE

“Love and beauty are within you. Try to express them through your actions and you will definitely touch the very source of bliss.”

CONSERVE

“Where did we go wrong? The real mistake we commit lies in our inability to differentiate between requirements and luxuries.”

PRACTICE

“We need constant awareness and conscious effort to speak good words, perform good actions, and practice patience and compassion. Such actions slowly turn into habits.”

What’s Happening…

Amma Ireland

The activities of Amma Ireland are inspired by the example and teachings of Mata Amritanandamayi (Amma). Amma Ireland is a registered charity, and is run entirely by volunteers.

Where we came from: Amma Ireland was originally formed by a diverse group of individuals from around the country, who having met Amma were inspired by her life and teachings. With the aim of bringing Amma and her message to Ireland, an unincorporated charitable association was formed in 2003 (CHY No. 15299) and continues to be run by volunteers today.
What we do: Since its formation, Amma Ireland has helped to facilitate regular visits of Amma to Ireland from 2004 onwards. Community Outreach projects include hosting visits of international representatives of Amma, hosting Amma’s meditation & yoga classes, weekly spiritual group meetings and the facilitation of intercultural exchange. Ecological Activities include ‘Get Growing’ organic gardening workshops, community gardens & annual tree planting projects. Social Service projects include community clean-ups, help in local communities, fundraising projects and events to fund local initiatives and international poverty relief projects.

OUR VALUES

a) To promote and support the charitable activities and international poverty relief work carried out by Mata Amritanandamayi Math, b) To advance the education and understanding and to make known to all without distinction of race, belief or culture, the universal message of love, common to all philosophies, as transmitted by the Indian Humanitarian, Mata Amritanandamayi (‘Amma’)

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Inspired by the life of love, inner strength and service to others of Amma, we strive to realise these principles in our lives and to make more and more space in our hearts for others and to dedicate time to social service in our communities.

OUR COMMITMENT

As an organisation, Amma Ireland is committed to following good governance practices and is continually finding ways to improve its organisation and how it operates. It follows the principles of the Governance Code for Charities in Ireland and is currently classified as “on the journey” in relation to the code. As individuals we make the commitment to follow Amma’s teachings and principles in our lives and in how we operate as members of the charity.

LOCAL EVENTS

Inspired by Amma and her message, events organised in Ireland fall under the categories of Community Outreach, Ecological Activities and Social Service Projects. These events usually happen where there are groups of people interested in Amma’s message. Currently, people meet in Donegal, Dublin/Kildare, Cork, Galway and Tipperary/Limerick and organise different events in their local areas. National events, gathering different groups together, are usually held in the Dublin area. To find out more, keep an eye on our website, Facebook page and monthly e-newsletter.

LOCAL GROUPS

Local groups gather on a regular basis around the country to focus on Amma’s message of love, service and inner awakening. Satsang gatherings last about two hours and follow a regular format as specified by Amma, which includes chanting, spiritual readings, devotional singing and meditation. It can also be a good introduction for people who may not have met Amma before but would like to learn about her or may simply want to deepen their own spiritual practice. They are free of charge and everyone is welcome.

VOLUNTEER

All of Amma Ireland’s activities are run by volunteers. Hosting Amma’s visit to Ireland requires a lot of volunteers and we most welcome your help. There are always opportunities to get involved in the various events and ‘selfless service’ days that happen during the year. Join our network of volunteers, come to one of our events or contact us to find out more.

“True happiness is when the love that is within us finds expression in external activities.”

Amma

“We cannot change situations in life, but we can change our attitude towards them”

Amma

“The greatest power is the power of love.”

Amma

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Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu

May Peace & Happiness Prevail.