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A MONASTIC COMMUNITY WITHIN THE ANGLICAN CHURCH OF CANADA

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The Broken Heart

Sister Doreen’s Reflections Psalm 34:18; “The Lord is close to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 147:3 “God heals the heartbroken and bandages their wounds.”

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The Attentive Heart

Sister Doreen’s Reflections Proverbs 22:17-18 “Pay attention and listen to the sayings of the wise; apply your heart to what I teach, for it is pleasing when you keep them

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The Seeing Heart

Sister Doreen’s Reflections “God does not see as humans see, humans see only appearances, but God sees into the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7 Inclusive Bible Translation) “You’re blessed when you

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The Searching Heart

Sister Doreen’s Reflections You will seek me and find me when you seek me wholeheartedly. (Jeremiah 29:13) O God you have come searching for me. You know me inside and

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The Waiting Heart

Sister Doreen’s Reflections The October Anglican Church of Canada Calendar scripture reflection:    “Be patient, then brothers and sisters, until the Lord’s coming. See how the farmer waits for the land

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Programs and Groups

Companions Program
Spend a year in God’s Rhythm. Do you want to experience life in community, learn more about prayer, serve others, and take monastic values out into the world?
In-person and online programs offered.
Women at a Crossroads
A program that helps women discern where God may be calling them, through engaging in classes and discussions about Christian life and vocation, receiving personal guidance in deepening their prayer life and sharing the life of a Christian community committed to a balanced life of prayer, service, study, rest, and recreation.
A Home For The Heart Capital Campaign
Click the button to learn more about the Guest House Renovations and to donate.
Thank you for your support!
Creative Musings From The Convent (Reflections)
 
Home to Sr. Doreen’s weekly Saturday reflections!
 
 
 
Creative Musings From The Convent Books For Sale!
Do you enjoy Sr. Doreen’s weekly reflections? 
Take them home with you to enjoy again and again!
Prayer Requests
Do you have prayer requests that you would like to share with the Sisters?
The Sisters will remember your intentions in a special way for a week during their daily worship.
Submit intentions to: prayersplease@ssjd.ca
Meditation Group
Come away and rest awhile.
Whether you are a beginner in contemplative prayer, or a seasoned contemplative, we welcome you to join our online meditation group.
When: Sundays at 7:30pm EST 
Cost: Free.
To join us, or to find out more, please email communications@ssjd.ca
Hello from all of us at SSJD!

Upcoming Events

All retreats and quiet days at St. John’s Convent take place in the milieu of a contemporary monastic community which has a daily rhythm of prayer. All guests are invited to take part in the daily Eucharist, and those staying overnight may like to join us in the Divine Office (Morning Prayer, Evening Prayer, and Compline).