Retreats and Workshops
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4 events,Lent is a time to deepen our relationship with God and broaden our response to the needs of others. Join companions in this spiritual practice over eight weeks, beginning just after Ash Wednesday and concluding two weeks after Easter. Our resource will be Tim Muldoon’s The Ignatian Workout for Lent, in which he reminds us that “we don’t make ourselves spiritual people by working hard” but rather by “removing obstacles to God’s grace.” This intentional spiritual journey will include a daily scripture passage (gospel texts from the Passion and Easter stories), accompanied by a brief reflection, written prayer, and call to action (Monday-Friday). It will be supported by a bi-weekly facilitated group time of communal prayer and sharing online and an hour-long one-on-one spiritual direction session online on alternate weeks. Note: Participants are responsible for acquiring their own books. Facilitated by Faith Nostbakken and Carol Sebastian February 23 – April 18, 2026 4 biweekly group gatherings (via Zoom): Monday, Feb, 23, Mar. 9, 23, & Apr 6, 7:00-8:30 pm 4 biweekly spiritual direction sessions (via Zoom) as individually scheduled Space is limited, register early. Save the Date: We are having a Parish Mission at Assumption Parish on March 1 @ 6 p.m. and March 2 @ 6:30 p.m. with Sr. Philomena and Sr. Catherine, religious sisters of the Queenship of Mary Community based out of Ottawa. More details to come. |
4 events,Save the Date: We are having a Parish Mission at Assumption Parish on March 1 @ 6 p.m. and March 2 @ 6:30 p.m. with Sr. Philomena and Sr. Catherine, religious sisters of the Queenship of Mary Community based out of Ottawa. More details to come. |
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Poems are often mysterious things. They can confound and confuse. And yet, because mystery is often embedded in poems, they are rife with material for contemplative practice. In these four sessions, we will explore a few poems using a modified lectio divina. Following this activity, we will have an opportunity for personal poetry writing, using simple structures and easily accessible writing prompts. Sharing is completely optional. Each session will introduce a different poetic form and writing prompts. No experience with poetry reading/writing is necessary to benefit from these sessions. Register online, by email, or by phone: www.starofthenorth.ca 780-459-5511execassistant@starofthenorth.ca Star of the North Retreat Centre, 3A St Vital Ave St Albert, March 4, 11, 18, 25 6:30-8:30pm $120 for four sessions Facilitator: Wenda Salomons |
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Does God want us to suffer? Let's talk about it. Join Dr. David Deane, Newman Theological College's newest professor, for this important conversation. Dr. Deane will guide us in exploring what "redemptive suffering" really means - how our pain, when united with Christ's suffering on the cross, can help bring about healing and salvation for ourselves and others. For more info contact Margo at laberge2@telus.net |
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L’année Jubilaire de l’Espérance lancée par le Pape François s’est achevée le 28 Décembre 2025 en la fête de la Sainte Famille. Mais notre monde a toujours besoin d’Espérance car il semble être malade, chaotique… Il semble à la merci des volontés de domination, d’ambition, de personnes et de groupes qui désirent faire toujours plus de profits sans tenir compte des personnes plus pauvres et des équilibres nécessaires pour la vie des êtres humains. Comment ne pas perdre l’espoir, l’espérance devant des situations qui nous dépassent et devant lesquelles nous nous sentons démuni-e-s ? Durant cette retraite, nous allons essayer de voir comment L’Espérance peut guider et même habiter notre vie de chaque jour : Espérant contre toute Espérance, Abraham crut… Espérant contre toute Espérance, Jésus est ressuscité ! www.starofthenorth.ca 780-459-5511 execassistant@starofthenorth.ca Maison de retraites etoile du nord, 3A St Vital Ave St Albert, en Français du Vendredi 13 mars 19 h au Samedi 14 mars 15 h Live-in $190 Commuter $120 Online $90 Avec Sr. Catherine Grasswill et Caroline Maillet-Rao |
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Into the Deep is a monthly series and this month’s focus is our role in the church and the world. We will approach Ezekiel’s question: How shall we then live? Register online, by email, or by phone: www.starofthenorth.ca 780-459-5511 execassistant@starofthenorth.ca Star of the North Retreat Centre, 3A St Vital Ave St Albert, March 18 9am-3pm $80 lunch included Facilitators: Lucie Leduc and Joy Ronald |
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There is no question that we live in challenging times. Change is rapid, and ushers much uncertainty. Add to that the personal life transitions we all experience. How do we navigate and even honour times of transition? This retreat will explore the “what now?” we experience during times of transition. It will offer a variety of spiritual and psychological tools for navigating times of change and transition with calm and grace. It will invite us to consider how honoring times of transitions can lead to personal and social transformation. Register online, by email, or by phone: www.starofthenorth.ca 780-459-5511 execassistant@starofthenorth.ca March 20 7pm – March 21 4pm $190 Live-in $90 Commuter Facilitator: Debbie Doornbos and Margaret Clark |
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Join us for an enriching and inspiring Gardening Symposium, where local gardening enthusiasts, horticulture experts and nature lovers come together at Star of the North to explore the regenerative and environmentally friendly ways and techniques to cultivate beautiful and sustainable gardens. Register online, by email, or by phone: www.starofthenorth.ca 780-459-5511 execassistant@starofthenorth.ca March 29 9am-3pm $90 Brought to you by the St. Albert Backyard Gardening Group in partnership with the Star Cooperative Garden and supported by St. Albert Environmental Initiative Grant Facilitated by Aida Mustapic and Clint Porritt |
