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SUMMARY:Befriending the Unknown: The Challenges and Gifts of Times of Transition
DESCRIPTION:Moving through times of change and transition is challenging. Transitions create much uncertainty and move us into a liminal space of the unknown. While uncomfortable\, this in-between time invites us into inner growth. It is a place where we meet the divine. This retreat will explore how befriending the unknown in times of transition can lead to transformation both societal and personal. Through prayer\, scripture\, small group sharing and teaching we will explore together both the challenges and gifts that times of transition bring. \nDebbie Doornbos\, B.Th. – Debbie is a retreat leader\, and spiritual director with extensive experience leading small groups\, creating and facilitating retreats and leading group process. She especially enjoys working with people through life’s many transitions. Debbie’s work has included being the Canadian Director for Sacred Art of Living\, Program Director at Providence Renewal Centre\, and a variety of contract work. She is an outdoor enthusiast\, a passion she shares with her husband. Her five grandchildren are among her greatest teachers. \nMargaret Clark\, D. Min. – Margaret is a Certified Spiritual Care Practitioner within the Canadian Association for Spiritual Care/Association canadienne de soins spirituels (CASC/ACSS). Her diversified ministry involvements have included faith community leadership\, hospital based chaplaincy and supervision\, adult education\, and spiritual direction. In each ministry context Margaret has encountered myriad experiences of transition. It is a topic of reflection and prayer that continues to deepen and grow. Margaret enjoys long walks\, fibre arts\, and sharing good food with good friends.
URL:https://caedm.ca/event/befriending-the-unknown-the-challenges-and-gifts-of-times-of-transition/
LOCATION:Star of the North Retreat Centre\, 3A St. Vital Avenue\, Saint Albert\, AB\, T8N 1K1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Faith Formation,Pastoral Ministry,Retreats and Workshops
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