Naramata Centre Programs 2019 Join us throughout the 2019 for programs and retreats that nourish your mind, body and spirit. February 23, Feb Sacred Space Retreat March 15 – 18,  SOUL Camp (Seeing Our Unique Leadership) Mar 23, Mar Sacred Space Retreat April 13,  Circus and Acrobatic Discovery (13 April – 11 May: 5 week program) …
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Memorial Day Weekend Rest and Renewal Retreat May 24–27, 2019 “Come away and rest awhile,” Jesus said to his disciples when they were exhausted and overwhelmed by the pace of work and ministry. This weekend offers a lightly structured time to retreat from daily obligations and engage a deepening awareness of our relationships—with ourselves, those …
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Presidents Weekend Rest and Renewal Retreat February 15–18, 2019 “Come away and rest awhile,” Jesus said to his disciples when they were exhausted and overwhelmed by the pace of work and ministry. This weekend offers a lightly structured time to retreat from daily obligations and engage a deepening awareness of our relationships—with ourselves, those around …
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God and Cosmos Retreat August 9–11, 2019 Spend the weekend of the Perseids Meteor Shower watching the ocean of stars above West Cornwall and exploring time, space, and the universe through the dual lenses of science and the Abrahamic faiths. Led by Joseph Rose, Executive Director of Programming, Trinity Retreat Center. This retreat is suitable …
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The Gospel According to “Calvin and Hobbes” Retreat July 12–14, 2019   Spend a weekend in the outdoors exploring how Bill Watterson’s timeless comic strip addresses many of life’s big questions, including friendship, values, family, God, death, joy, and the sacredness of imagination. The weekend will offer a healthy mix of fun and faith, featuring …
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Birds of the Air: A Spiritual Bird-watching Retreat May 17-19, 2019   Birds play an inspiring role in God’s creation: A dove carrying an olive branch signaled the end of the Genesis flood. In Psalm 104, birds “sing among the branches.” In Matthew 6:26, Jesus encourages us to “look at the birds of the air.” …
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Blessed Mary: Virgin. Mother. Apostle. God-bearer? Wise One? May 10–12, 2019   Mary has occupied a central place in the Christian imagination, but that place has been hotly contested and has many faces. We have barely begun to explore the expanse of meaning she offers to us. Mary’s experience and qualities are windows into our …
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Preparing for the Easter Feast: Holy Week Retreat April 14–21, 2019   Preparing for the Easter Feast: Holy Week Retreat April 14–21, 2019   The retreat center dedicates its focus this week to one of the most important events on the Christian calendar. The early part of the week is for reflection, and all the …
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Lenten Retreat March 15–17, 2019   Lent is a solemnly hopeful season, one which clears out the cobwebs of our lives, and in the language of one of our Eucharistic prayers, “prepares with joy for the Easter feast.” Set the tone for your own Lenten observance during this annual retreat on the second weekend in …
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Kanuga’s Christian Formation Conference “Gather at the Table: Answering Christ’s Call to Radical Hospitality” June 10th–14th, 2019 About the Conference The oldest Christian formation conference for Episcopal educators, the Christian Formation Conference has been a Kanuga staple since 1928. Each year, clergy, professional educators and countless volunteers come together to share the best formation practices, …
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