Sister Doreen’s Reflections I share a poem by Joyce Rupp: “Spark of God! Spirit of life!I remember and celebrate your dwelling within me.Divine Fire, you
Sister Doreen’s Reflections (Luke 24:50-53) A comment about the Ascension by George MacLeod called “No Other Plans”: “There is a very old legend, and all
Sister Doreen’s Reflections The month of May brings warmer temperatures, blooming flowers, and the fresh beginnings of summer. Fennel Hudson wrote: “May, perhaps more than any
Sister Doreen’s Reflection Today is the actual Feast Day of St. John the beloved disciple and our Patronal Festival – the Saint after whom our
Sister Doreen’s Reflections My attention was attracted and then arrested by the title “The Way Out is the Way In” on a small booklet of
Retreat Format: In-Person Event Date: June 17, 2023 Registration Fee: $30 with bag lunch; $50 with hot meal Registration Deadline: June 10, 2023. Description: Inspired by the Quiet Garden
Retreat Format: In-Person Date: June 3, 2023 Registration Fee: $35 (with bag lunch)/ $55 (hot lunch); $30 (Associate bag lunch)/ $50 (Associate hot lunch) Registration
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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
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).
Retreat Format: In-Person Event Date: June 17, 2023 Registration Fee: $30 with bag lunch; $50 with hot meal Registration Deadline: June 10, 2023. Description: Inspired by the Quiet Garden
Retreat Format: In-Person Date: June 3, 2023 Registration Fee: $35 (with bag lunch)/ $55 (hot lunch); $30 (Associate bag lunch)/ $50 (Associate hot lunch) Registration
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The Sisterhood of St. John the Divine is a contemporary expression of the religious life for women within the Anglican Church of Canada. We were founded in Toronto in 1884. Our Mother House, St. John’s Convent, continues to be in Toronto.
