In our Creeds, we profess belief in “the communion of Saints”.  This great cloud of witnesses represents the spectrum of humanity.  One thing they all have in common is a deep desire to reflect the love of Christ themselves into the world in which they lived. This 5-week course will explore the lives of selected …
View course details “Exploring how Saints of the Church reflect our Baptismal Covenant”

Level 1 – Introductory Workshop For Those Who Want to Learn or Deepen the Practice of Group Spiritual Direction Friday, September 10, 2021, 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm EDST Saturday, September 11, 2021, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm EDST Sunday, September 12, 2021, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm EDST Via Zoom Audio and video connections …
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Cette retraite sur une fin de semaine à la Villa Saint-Martin, au bord de la jolie Rivière-des-Prairies près de Montréal, offre un temps de ressourcement personnel ainsi que des expériences et des échanges en groupe sur la vie spirituelle.  Nous explorerons ensemble différentes pratiques provenant de la tradition chrétienne: méditations, dialogues avec les textes bibliques, prières gestuelles, chants méditatifs, mantra, silence, rites et symbols. Instructrice: la pasteure Angelika Piché, directrice de la formation en français au Séminaire Uni, responsable du programme French for Ministry et …
View course details “Retraite sur la spiritualité: Comment vivre la foi”

At a time of significant change and transformation for both the church and the world, this preaching workshop is designed to help students and lay preachers explore what it means to be accountable in preaching. It is particularly meant for those who are new to preaching, those who do not preach regularly, and those looking to develop their homiletical …
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Spiritual Practices for Today provides an experiential introduction to classical Christian spiritual disciplines that nurture intimacy with God. Becoming familiar with some of Christianity’s rich spiritual traditions, and through personal experimentation with various classical prayer-forms and disciplines, students will be better equipped to develop a prayerful Rule of Life. Because significant components of this course …
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Whether you’re high-tech, low-tech, or no-tech whatsoever, it’s nearly impossible to miss the shift that’s taking place in our culture. Curiosity is on the rise. Participation is sparking creativity and connection. For the first time ever, digital technology is shaping our values. Our churches need the capacity and will to engage with a changing culture—one …
View course details “Hybrid Ministry in a Post-Pandemic Church”

Do you yearn to explore a way of leading that is more aligned with your heart? Leadership is challenging, no matter the workplace.  Despite our best intentions, we all too often find ourselves acting in ways that feel out-of-step with our deepest longings.  With hearts wide open, we can see how to lead in a …
View course details “With Hearts Wide Open: Contemplative Leadership Seminar”

Does your heart long for a deeper connection to God? Do you yearn to live from a place of calm and love instead of fear? Do you desire to journey together in a community of like-hearted souls? If so, join us for the eight-month program, Heart Longings: An Invitation to the Contemplative Path, November 2021-June …
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An exciting opportunity has been gifted to us – the biennial National Worship Conference of the Evangelical Lutheran Church In Canada and the Anglican Church of Canada. Typically this is a residential conference, but this year is by digital presence only. The conference is a stellar opportunity to meet colleagues across this diverse country, share …
View course details “Anglican Lutheran National Worship Conference: “Disruption & Grace: Learning Edges in Liminal Times””

Free, with Jennifer Chinn, Senior Program Manager, Youth & Community Engagement at Trinity Church Wall Street In these odd times, it’s hard both to move and, at the same time, to find rest. How can we find perspective when our homes have become such busy spaces—our offices, classrooms, churches, and gyms? Join Trinity’s Jennifer Chinn, …
View course details “Meditation and Movement: Move Your Body, Rest Your Mind”