To learn more about the Society, click here or on the left hand side bar for information on History, Annual Society Gathering, Gathering Keynote Speeches, Shared Commitment & Practices, Shalem Circles, How to Join, Terms, Contact Information. The Ninth Annual Gathering of Shalem’s Society for Contemplative Leadership October 19 – October 23, 2014 Gathering begins …
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  Prairie Labyrinth Pilgrimage Friday, September 19 (6 pm supper) to Sunday, September 21 (1 pm)   This pilgrimage will take us on a deepening spiritual journey as we travel together to walk four different styles of labyrinths between Fort Qu’Appelle and Moose Jaw.  Debra Brown and Marg Janick-Grayston will guide us through reflective processes …
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  CASC/ACSS Conference 2015 Canadian Association for Spiritual Care 2015 Conference Theme: Thriving on the Edge: Building our Future on the Backbone of Our Past April 15, 2015 – April 18, 2015 The Sheraton Hotel, Hamilton Ontario  

  www.laurenartress.com Friday, June 26, 2015 -7:30 pm at Christ Church Calgary – an introductory lecture open to all interested in learning more about the Labyrinth Saturday, June 27, 2015 – 9:30 am – 3:30 pm a full day of teaching and experiencing the Labyrinth Sunday, June 28, 2015 – Lauren will preach at the …
View course details “Exploring the Labyrinth with The Rev. Dr. Lauren Artress”

  Friday, September 26, 2014 – 7:30 pm at St. Laurence, Calgary (5940 Lakeview Drive SW) an introduction to the practice of finding the sacred in poetry.  Learn how to begin a poetry circle for group spiritual direction, healing or hospice groups.  Depart with a taste of how to apply lectio divina to poems old …
View course details “Finding the Sacred in Poetry with Kim Langley”

  Cindy Barg Nov 14-16, 2014 Some of the most profound lessons are from the teachings of grief and pain. As we slowly peel away the layers of our projections, and undress our minds, compassion allows us to rekindle our spirits. Please come join me in this beautifully, supportive, safe & loving retreat that will …
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  Laurice Nemetz October 24-26, 2014 During this weekend we will explore yoga through asana (physical postures), meditation, and philosophy as it applies to a variety of religious and belief systems. We will explore the transformative power of the body/ mind/spirit connection and the principles practiced to encourage peace. Cost $400 includes double occupancy room, …
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  Preview for Fall, 2015 Praying with the Women Mystics (Sr. Constance Joanna, SSJD) September 19, 2015 Listening to Your Life (The Rev. Sherman Hesselgrave) September 25-27, 2015 Story Telling (Linnea & David Good) October 2-4, 2015 A retreat with Kathleen Norris October 27-29, 2015 Writers’ Workshop (Kathleen Norris) October 23-25, 2015 Mosaic of Colours …
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  Sunday Evening Talk: May 24, 2015 at 7:00 pm A sixteenth century saint, Ignatius Lopez Loyola, has inspired countless people on their spiritual journeys, through what has come to be known as Ignatian spirituality. But Ignatius was a man with a limp — a man marked by his experiences of failure, disappointment and struggle …
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  Quiet Saturday: May 2, 2015 Our contemporary sense of busyness is related to the deep spiritual searching and hunger around us. While the shape of how we live can make us busier, our retreat will identify resources for living differently. We shall explore how Christians and churches can embrace and celebrate abundant life. Led …
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