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The centre is  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

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I wish to apply for the St. John Paul II Sabbatical Renewal Course. I understand that the subsidized fee is Ksh. 200,000 ($2000) which is to be paid on arrival or before. 

Refundable Medical Fees : Sh. 20,000 (USD 200)

Visa extension support (International Participants) : USD 50

Transport from the airport (International Participants) : USD 70

If you pay in bank, kindly bring the Bank Slip.

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About us

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.

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Sessions

First Session: August to December

Second Session: Jan to May

Get In Touch

Program Director

Fr. Gatamu: +254-713-457-522

Program Administrator

Fr. Stephen: +254-720-724-337

Physical Address

P.O. Box 734 – 10200 Murang’a

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