St. John Paul II Sabbatical Centre was started by the Catholic Diocese of Murang’a as a centre for priests and religious men and women from all over the world.
The founder, Rt.Rev James Maria Wainaina was inspired to begin a centre where priests could reside, to integrate their physical, spiritual and emotional lives with their Apostolate. Together with the Diocese and support from well wishers,the centre was opened in August 2013.
The centre has grown to be an oasis of peace and serenity, as well as a centre for personal growth and rejuvenation for priests and those seeking a quality time spent with one self, away from distractions
To provide a conducive environment to deepen love for God , self and others.
To integrate physical, emotional and spiritual life with apostolate.
“I have come so that they may have life and have it to the full” John 10;10

Bishop, The Catholic Diocese of Murang'a & Founder St. John Paul II Sabbatical Centre

Administrator St. John Paul II Sabbatical Centre

Deputy Director St. John Paul II Sabbatical Centre

Staff St. John Paul II Sabbatical Centre
St John Paul II Sabbatical Centre is a retreat centre in a serene environment, situated at Maragua, Muran’ga County.
It was founded by Rt. Rev. James Maria Wainaina, the Bishop Catholic Diocese of Murang’a.
It offers a peaceful atmosphere for priests and the religious, aiming integrate their physical, spiritual and emotional lives with the apostolate.
P.O. Box 734 – 10200 Murang’a
Fr. Stephen: +254-720-724-337
info@stjohnpaul2sabbaticalcentre.com
jp2sabbaticalcentre2014@gmail.com
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