Once I Was Blind And Now I See.
March 23, 2023
By The Rev. David Brinton John 9:1-41 There is an almost eerie, solemn and even incantatory quality to this story of the man born blind,
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By The Rev. David Brinton John 9:1-41 There is an almost eerie, solemn and even incantatory quality to this story of the man born blind,
Sister Doreen’s Reflections “I am thirsty” (John 19:28) From the Tree of the Cross Jesus spoke words of healing, seven important qualities we all need
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Retreat Format: in person Date: April 5-9, 2023 Registration Fee: $400.00 ( a $60.00 non-transferrable, non-refundable deposit is due upon registration. The remaining amount is
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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.
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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 Date: April 5-9, 2023 Registration Fee: $400.00 ( a $60.00 non-transferrable, non-refundable deposit is due upon registration. The remaining amount is
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Retreat Format: In-Person. Date: April 25-27, 2023 Registration Fee: $ 320.00($60.00 non-refundable, non-transferrable deposit. The remaining amount is due upon arrival at the convent.) Registration Deadline: April 18,
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.