Sister Doreen’s Reflections Living as Contemplatives in the world: Centering / Contemplative Prayer Prayer, real prayer, real contemplation happens when our hearts are open to
By Rev. Joanne Davies Jesus, consume me with Your love as I consume You. “O my God, come to me, so that You may dwell
Sister Doreen’s reflections I Thank You God For Most This Amazing Day A Poem by E.E. Cummings I thank you God for most this amazing
Sister Doreen’s reflections A Summer Blessing This week the calendar announces that Summer begins and with it our longing for space and relaxation in the
By Rev. Stephen Kern Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3 Psalm 112 Mt 10.7–16 A blessed feast of St Barnabas to each of you and to your community-beloved
Sister Doreen’s Reflections At choir practice this week we practiced a new hymn for Trinity Sunday that we had never sung before. I found the
Sister Doreen’s Reflections Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, and kindle in us the fire of your love.May the Spirit you bestow
SSJD COVID-19 PROTOCOL NOTICE:
We require that all guests be double vaccinated and wear a mask while at the Convent.
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?
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
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
Come pray with us!
You are invited to join us for Evening Prayer every Sunday at 5:00 EST.
NOTE: This event will resume again in the Fall.
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 at the Convent Dates: November 18- 20, 2022 Registration Fee: $250.00 * A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit of $50.00 is required. The $200.00 registration fee
SSJD COVID-19 PROTOCOL NOTICE:We require that all guests be double vaccinated and wear a mask while at the Convent. Retreat Format: In-Person at the Convent Dates:
SSJD COVID-19 PROTOCOL NOTICE:We require that all guests be double vaccinated and wear a mask while at the Convent. Retreat Format: In-Person at the Convent Dates:
SSJD COVID-19 PROTOCOL NOTICE:We require that all guests be double vaccinated and wear a mask while at the Convent. Inspired by the Quiet Garden Trust
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.
