Lent is a season of preparation for Easter and the celebration of new life. It is a season for self-denial and repentance. But what if we were to see Lent as a time of letting go instead of giving up? Lent is a time to let go of all that inhibits our ability to live …
View course details “Letting Go –- A Forgiveness Lenten Retreat”
We live in a fast-paced society with a seemingly endless list of demands. Life naturally brings its share of challenges and stress. The key is to move forward so that stress doesn’t impact other areas of your life. Stress affects us all, but why exactly do we feel it and what causes it? This Workshop …
View course details “GOOD BYE STRESS- HELLO LIFE!”
Five days focused on faith, heart, mind and skills for the art of intercultural ministry. A residential program: all meals, accommodation, program activities and materials included. For more information, email [email protected]. This is a program of the Forum for Intercultural Leadership and Learning, a reference group of the Canadian Council of Churches in collaboration with …
View course details “Manitoba Engage Difference!”
Let your steadfast love, O Lord, be upon us, even as we hope in you. (Psalm 33:22) Be released from your schedule, nourished by beautiful food, and encouraged in your ministry. At this retreat you will be surrounded by those who deeply understand the realities of pastoral ministry and are ready to look into the …
View course details “Seeking Resurrection: A Lenten Retreat for Weary Pastors”
Recognizing that our social structures and personal biases can get in the way of commitment to respecting our colleagues and community members, this interactive workshop will engage themes of prejudice, power and privilege in a manner that honours all voices in the room while also challenging the biases and structures that privilege some over others …
View course details “Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: Nurturing a Community of Belonging”
f conflicts in your community, family or organization, concern you – this program can provide you with new skills to transform conflicts. “Participants who had said they would never work together were reconciled to working together for the good of the community. Old perceptions, rivalries, barriers, prejudices and even the sense of hopelessness were set …
View course details “Dialogue for Peaceful Change (DPC)”
2024 VITAL CHURCH MARITIMES CONFERENCE is set for May 9 to May 11, in Truro, NS. A Zoom option will also be available. Watch for more information about our keynote speaker and special Early Bird rates. Registration opens in mid-January.
Our current culture is fraught with conflict and tension. People often describe “walking on eggshells” or the inability to hold a respectful conversation with others. Disputes arise within communities, the workplace, families and far too often within our church congregations. Situations seem insurmountable and people become intractable. The focus of this class is to prepare …
View course details “Conflict Resolution Jesus Style”
Start your spring with a weekend of indigenous ways of knowing and traditional drum-making for adults! Our Friday evening begins after dinner with a smudge and a story by First Nations Knowledge Keeper, Bernice Jensen. Over the weekend, Bernice will guide authentic First Nations drum and rattle making while sharing traditional knowledge about the drum …
View course details “Indigenous Ways of Knowing – Cultural Celebration and Drum Making”
Robyn Cyr has been involved in Economic Development and Tourism Development for the past 20 years. Robyn is coming to Sorrento Centre to share her knowledge and experience. Robyn will teach you how to: Develop and maintain partnerships and relationships with other organizations and Local, Provincial, and Federal government. Get to know your community in …
View course details “Writing Successful Grants to Fund Your Projects”