INFOS PRATIQUE
To register for a retreat, you can:
👉 Fill out the online registration form on our website
👉 Contact us by phone
👉 Send us an email
👉 Come directly to the Foyer de Charité
Important: Registration must be confirmed at least one week before the start of the retreat.
Essential
👉 ID
👉 Personal Bible
👉 Notebook and pen for taking notes
👉 Comfortable and modest clothing
Recommended
👉 Rosary
👉 Prayer book
👉 Warm clothing (for cool evenings)
👉 Flashlight and umbrella
The Foyer de Charité offers single and double rooms, all equipped with:
Bed with linens,
Bathroom,
Desk for reading and meditation.
The three daily meals are prepared by the community and eaten in silence in the dining hall.
If you have any dietary restrictions, please let us know when you register.
Each retreatant contributes to the cost of their stay. The material support of our retreat center relies on the voluntary work of the community and the donations of the retreatants.
“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7
💡 No one is turned away for financial reasons. If you are experiencing difficulties, please do not hesitate to talk to us.
Address
Remera Ruhondo Charity Home
P.O. Box 53 Ruhengeri
Rwanda
By car
From Kigali, turn off the main road at Kivuruga, 68 km from Kigali, and follow the dirt track for approximately 12 km to the right.
From Ruhengeri, 3 km from the town center, turn off the main road at the sign for Ruhondo Lake and follow the dirt track for approximately 12 km to the left.
By public transport
Travel agencies are available throughout the country.
Upon arrival in Musanze, you can take a taxi (car or motorcycle).
Pour le bon déroulement de la retraite et le respect de chacun, voici quelques règles essentielles :
Silence : Le silence est la règle d'or de la retraite. Il favorise l'écoute de Dieu et le recueillement.
Ponctualité : Respecter les horaires des enseignements et des offices.
Téléphone : Les téléphones portables doivent être éteints pendant toute la durée de la retraite.
Tenue : Une tenue vestimentaire décente et adaptée à un lieu de prière est demandée.
Respect : Respecter les lieux, le matériel et les autres retraitants.
