
Advent Quiet Day-“Waiting, Expectantly, as Midwives of Another World!”
As part of the Festival of Faith for Christian Unity 2025, “waiting for the kingdom and the life to come” during this Quiet Day, as midwives of another world, we will explore Advent as an

Festival of Faith for Christian Unity
Join us for an evening with the Sisters. Featuring: a Festal Evensong and Sermon by Sr. Doreen McGuff entitled ” Waiting for the Kingdom and the Life to Come” Place: St. John’s Convent Chapel Format:

Wild Church – Encounter the Spirit of Nature in the City
In this age defined by habitat loss and disconnection to the natural world, we feel compelled by the love of Christ to invite each other into intimate relationship with some of the most vulnerable victims
Guest House Closure Due To Renovations
The Guest House is closed for all overnight retreats until the Guest House renovations are completed in the late 2025. The convent is still available for:
* Individuals who wish to come for the day, join services and/or use the convent’s library and common spaces Tuesday-Sundays with advance notice (please contact us at least 2 days beforehand).
*Individuals who wish to attend “Food for the Soul” day retreats and workshops in the conference room (registration through the website).
*Groups who wish to book day retreats: please contact us at least 6 weeks before the date you hope to have your event.
For more information or to arrange a day retreat, please contact guesthouse@ssjd.ca or call 416-226-2201, ext. 305.
Food for the Soul Refund/Cancellation Policy:
1) Quiet Days/Retreats
30 days before event: Full refund
15 days before event: 50%
7 days before event: 25%
2) Courses: Full refund before 2nd class.
SSJD may cancel retreats/quiet days without a minimum of 10 registrants and make full refunds
Questions? Contact the Guest House at 416-226-2201 ext. 305 or email us at guesthouse@ssjd.ca.