This course introduces participants to the spiritual, cultural, social and religious origins of human value systems, paying particular attention to Biblical and Indigenous origins. It uses stories and readings to consider the foundations of ethical thought and behavior. The goal is to reach greater understanding of how to deal with moral dilemmas and help others …
View course details “Christian Ethics”
Revisiting an Age-Old Concept Join us for a dynamic workshop that will explore the relevance of intergenerational ministry in today’s congregational contexts. This event will provide valuable insights and practical ideas for fostering community across generations. Students can expect to encounter lesser-known and non-lectionary Scriptures, and consider what lenses we apply to the text as …
View course details “Intergenerational Workshop: Nov 28 2024”
Learning Centre sessions are recorded and made available afterwards for those who sign up but cannot attend in person Week 1 (Oct 24) We’ll be joined by Leah Reesor-Keller, author of Tending Tomorrow: Courageous Change for People and Planet, on tending the embers of hope: conversations about climate anxiety, fighting despair and living in hope …
View course details “Climate Care and the Canadian landscape”
You’re invited on a transformative journey that will empower you to: Explore the four primary pathways of the Great Commandment and their role in shaping a meaningful, spiritual life. Learn how to place love at the center of each of these journeys, enriching your personal and spiritual growth. Gain practical resources to help you sustain …
View course details “Following The Way”
This event is brought to you by the department of Lifelong Learning at Virginia Theological Seminary in partnership with The Retreat House. This drop-in Tuesday evening gathering will meet online via Zoom, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. eastern from Oct 1, 2024 – Jun 17, 2025 (with some Tuesdays off – see below.) Register once for the …
View course details “The Well: Silence, Scripture, Sharing”
Applying Spiritual Literacy for Thriving Individuals and Teams Twitter Facebook Link Print About 75% of the United States workforce has experienced or is currently experiencing workplace burnout, and worldwide numbers are similar. This two-day workshop meets you where you are, whether you are feeling stressed or totally depleted. Whether you are a manager, a member …
View course details “From Burnout to Resiliency”
Nurturing the Call: Spiritual Guidance Program offers both resources and experiential support for the ministry of spiritual direction or holy listening. At the heart of this program is the radical conviction that spiritual companionship is a form of prayer and that contemplative listening comes from being grounded in one’s relationship with God. Program Components Participants …
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Are you ready to embark on an inspiring and informative journey alongside Dietrich Bonhoeffer – one of the most courageous people in modern history? Gain a deeper understanding of his life and theology by exploring his resistance to Nazi Germany in historical context. Reflect on the relevance of his faith journey in today’s world, exploring …
View course details “The Rise of Bonhoeffer: Faith, Resistance and Theology in Action”
Exploring the Thought of a French Mystic In this seminar we will explore the thought of the French philosopher, activist, and mystic Simone Weil (1909-1943). Born to secular Jewish parents, Weil led a life of spiritual questing that resulted in a profound theological engagement with Christianity. A brilliant student educated in France’s elite institutions, she …
View course details “Simone Weil: A Mystic in Dark Times”
Would you like to know God personally? What does it take to begin a relationship with God? A relationship deepens through time spent together. Human friendships need to be worked on consistently or they tend to drift away. The same goes for our relationship with God Deepening our relationship with God, like with any relationship, …
View course details “RETREAT WITH THE LORD – Deepening Our Relationship With God”