Introduction to the Enneagram Friday, April 20 (6 pm supper) to Sunday, April 22 (1 pm) In this introductory workshop, participants will explore the nine different personality types of the Enneagram through theory, interactive exercises, and movement. Many individuals worry about, “being put into a box” when they hear that there are nine different personality …
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The Wisdom of the Chakras Exploring the Colours Within Friday, March 23 (6 pm supper) to Monday, March 26 (4 pm) This experiential workshop offers the opportunity to engage in an individual but guided journey of self-exploration using sound, colour, intuition, guided meditations, various art mediums, and the chakra energy system. Beginning with an introduction …
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Pathway to Renewal Leading Congregational Change Friday, February 17 (6 pm supper) to Sunday, February 19 (1 pm) Congregational renewal is more than re-tooling your mission statement or adding new programs. It requires a complete change of heart for the congregation – a renewal of people’s understanding of their relationship with God, their relationship with …
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Strategic Planning Sponsored by the Institute for Pastoral Leadership June 11-13, 2012 Princeton Theological Seminary’s School of Christian Vocation and Mission Speaker: Ed White has served as an Alban consultant since 1989. In his long and distinguished career he has served as General Presbyter for the National Capital Presbytery of the PCUSA and was at …
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Behold the Beauty of the Lord – an intensive icon-writing retreat – Br. James Koester, SSJE; Tuesday 5 pm to Sunday 2 pm; March 6-11, 2012. During this week-long intensive icon-writing workshop, participants will be introduced to the technique of creating an icon. They will learn and experience the various steps of writing an icon, …
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Spiritual Renewal in the Second Half of Life (1112-05) Tammy Wiens-Sorge, PC (USA) Pastor, Former Denominational Associate for Spiritual Formation This class will consider the invitation that the second half of life offers to rest from the frantic search for one’s place in the world and to enjoy a new level of spiritual awareness. Often …
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Collaboration and Communication: Web Resources for Ministry March 5-7, 2012 Ann Knox, Director of Instructional Resource Center Leland Deeds, Librarian for Academic Computing Support Event location: William Smith Morton Library, Union Presbyterian Seminary Registration: $195.00 Early Registration (by December 1st): $150.00 CEUs: 1.2 The internet offers many free and low-cost tools and applications that can …
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Iconography: The Gospel in Line and Color February 11-17, 2012 Use traditional egg tempera, gold leaf and prayer to recreate an icon. No art experience necessary. Instructor: Suzanne Schleck, Whiting, N.J. For more information please visit the website.

Wisdom Workshop With Cynthia Bourgeault April 22-26, 2013 Cynthia Bourgeault will lead a Wisdom Workshop at the Sanctum Retreat in Caroline,AB, April 22-26, 2013. Registration will be available in the fall of 2012 but continue to watch for more information as the date nears. For more information please visit the website.

Spirituality in Focus: Recognizing the Sacred through Your Camera Lens Guided Retreat: June 1-3, 2012 We will explore the link between the photographs we take and our spirituality. This interactive, hands-on retreat will open opportunities for you to reflect on your own photographs and those of others. Open to anyone who has a passion for …
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