Retreats & Programs
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The Marguerite Centre is an inter-faith retreat and meeting place for those who seek a deeper experience than they are presently living. Our emphasis is on spirituality rather than religion. To this end we offer retreats and workshops that allow us to look deeper within ourselves and by doing so, find and remove those blockages that are preventing us from truly living an abundant life of health and prosperity. To register for our retreats and workshops simply email reception@margueritecentre.com. A $35 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of registration. Credit cards and personal cheques are accepted. Retreats and Programs
A Silent Directed Retreat
August 28-September 3 | $395 J. ROY BOUCHER, is an Oblate of Mary Immaculate with over 40 years of experience in spiritual animation and religious formation, group process facilitation, and retreat/renewal ministry across Canada, in the USA, the Dominican Republic, Peru and Lesotho, Africa. He has also worked in mission education in hospitals in Hamilton and Sudbury. ANNE TAYLOR, GSIC is an experienced retreat director. Anne continues to offer on-going spiritual accompaniment to individuals at Kairos Spirituality-for-Social Justice Centre which she co-founded in Ottawa in 1998. LUCY GERMAIN is a Sister of St. Joseph of Pembroke. After teaching for many years, Lucy worked in spiritual formation and Congregational Leadership. Lucy dedicated many years of her experience in these areas to the programmes offered at the Galilee Mission Centre in Arnprior. JACQUIE WOLGEMUTH is a spiritual director on staff at Marguerite Centre. As well as offering spiritual direction, private retreats and weekend workshops, her ministry includes managing the Blessing Tree bookstore. Jacquie comes from an Anglican tradition. To register or for more information, please email bookings@margueritecentre.com or call Pam at 613.732.9925. Ecological Christianity
Dates TBA | $10 per evening (paid 1 week before) "It is the very nature of God to 'make all things new'. When Jesus taught that we cannot put new wine into old wineskins, he was [reminding us that]...God is never finished with creation. There will always be new wine. Creation is an ongoing dynamic. It happens through all of us, each moment of our lives." - Bruce Sanguin What is the basis in our Christian tradition for our care for Earth at this time in history? Date TBA | 7-9pm Date TBA | 7-9pm To register or for more information, please email reception@margueritecentre.com or call 613.732.9925. Marguerite Centre Open House
September 17 | 1-8pm Marguerite Centre celebrates 20 years! Uncover what lies just beyond your doorstep! Marguerite Centre offers workshops and programs for self awareness, discovery, ecology, spirituality - a little something for everyone! Also available at the centre is meeting and retreat space for professional development, group events, conferences, meetings, training, Blessing Tree Bookstore, Grey Sisters' Walk of History and much more! Join us for out Open House and discover what we have for you! For more information, contact us at 613-732-9925 or by emailing reception@margueritecentre.com Guided Meditation
with Jacquie Wolgemuth October 27, November 10, 24, December 8 | 1:30-2:30 pm Explore guided meditation in an atmosphere of peace and quiet. Meditation has been practiced since antiquity. There are many different meditative disciplines that encompass a wide range of goals - from achievement of a higher state of consciousness, compassion and loving-kindness to greater focus, creativity, self-awareness or simply a more relaxed and peaceful frame of mind. To register or for more information, please email reception@margueritecentre.com or call 613.732.9925.  Enneagram Workshop - Level Twowith Sr. Marjorie Myles September 24-25 | $100, $75 commuter Starts Friday at 7pm and ends Saturday at 4pm The enneagram is an exciting personality study that is used to help people get to know themselves better. It's based on the premise that we are all born with certain gifts and talents. In getting in touch with these gifts, we are better able to relate and know ourselves, our families and co-workers and all those important in our lives. Level Two will focus on relationships. To register or for more information, please email reception@margueritecentre.com or call 613.732.9925. Soulspiration
Each Wednesday from September 29 to November 3 $10 per evening, 3 for $25 or all for $50 Discover new activities and practices in this Fall sampler series! Try something new or rediscover an old passion. September 29 - Labyrinth To register or for more information, please email reception@margueritecentre.com or call 613.732.9925. Pembroke Antique Roadhouse
with Janet Carolle November 13 | 11am to 2pm $15 per item | $5 for spectators Buffet lunch available for $10.25 Have your antiques appraised by certified appraiser Janet Carolle! Join us for a day of discoveries, food and friends as Janet unlocks the mysteries in your antiques! Pre-registration is REQUIRED. To register or for more information, please email reception@margueritecentre.com or call 613.732.9925. Praying with Meister Eckhart: Discovering the Mystic & Prophet Within
A Silent Guided Retreat for Women - Religious with Alexandra Kovats, Ph.D October 8-14 | $395 This retreat will explore the four paths of Meister Eckhart's spirituality: The Path of Creation, The Path of Letting Go, The Path of Creativity and the Path of Transformation. Through the use of input, music, poetry, and chants we hope to deepen our awareness of the invitation to discover the mystic and the prophet within ourselves and to respond wholeheartedly. Body prayer through simple movements will also be offered for those who would like to explore this prayer form. ALEXANDRA KOVATS, Ph.D., is a Sister of St. Joseph of Peace. She escaped from Hungary to Vancouver, Canada with her family in 1956 and continues to cherish her Canadian Citizenship. Alexandra is engaged in the ministry of spiritual direction and retreat facilitation as well as being adjunct professor in the field of spirituality for the School of Theology and Ministry at Seattle University. She has worked extensively with Brian Swimme and at Sophia Center with James Conlon. To register or for more information, please email bookings@margueritecentre.com or call Pam at 613.732.9925. Off the Map - A Point Zero Painting Workshop
with Suzanne Duce October 29-31 | Prices TBA You are willing to move into the wildness, the undiscovered territory of your creative soul. You are an explorer, on a journey of discovery. Based on Michele Cassou's "Painting from Point Zero", this workshop requires no prior painting experience. It is suitable for beginners who want to explore creativity, and for those who are experiencing blocks in their creative process, or who wish to refresh their vision. It offers a new way of working that is based on process, not product. We paint for the JOY of it, and to experience the far-reaching healing effects of freedom of expression. In the place of no judgement, no criticism, no comments about the work, we open to exploring the untamed path to our true nature. Suzanne Duce, who has studied with Michele Cassou since 2004, attending workshops in Taos, New Mexico and the Master Class in San Francisco. Suzanne has also worked with Carol Levow and Natalia Rosenfeld, assisting Natalia in her workshop in Elora, Ontario. Suzanne has studied shamanic healing practices and the path of Heart, with inspiring teacher/writing Lynn V. Andrews, for the past four years. All materials will be provided. Please bring an apron or old shirt in which to paint. A yoga mat or comfortable blanket to lie down on. To register or for more information, please email reception@margueritecentre.com or call 613.732.9925. Listening To Your Life
A Silent Guided Retreat with Paula D'Arcy November 14-20 | $395 Through life's ups and downs lessons emerge that point to God's challenge for us to deepen and hear what life is asking of us. How do we learn to embrace life's inevitable changes and disappointments, finding our way to a deeper love? PAULA D'ARCY is an author, speaker, retreat leader, former therapist, and playwright. Among her best-selling books are Gift of the Red Bird and Waking Up To This Day. Paula is also founder and President of Red Bird Foundation, which reaches out to those in need of healing and hope. Her work stems from a personal tragedy which changed the way she saw the gift of her own life. Paula was a mentor for Morrie (Tuesdays with Morrie). To register or for more information, please email bookings@margueritecentre.com or call Pam at 613.732.9925. Ongoing Programs
Lynn obtained her Kripalu Yoga Teacher Certification in 1992 and she started teaching the same year. She opened North Bay's first yoga studio in 1999; and, she earned her Professional Level Kripalu Yoga Teacher Certification in 2000. In 2005 Lynn moved to Pembroke and remains passionate about teaching yoga and pilates, now only two classes per week as she also holds a full time position as a Social Worker. NEW DATES  Eco Film NightFourth Thursday of every month | 7:00pm Every month we will be showing films with various ecological subjects, from social justice to pollution. Light refreshments and snacks will be served. The only cost is a free-will donation. Read the article on upcoming films for 2010! For more information or to register, please email amber@margueritecentre.com.  Women's Book ClubFirst Wednesday of every month 1:00 to 3:00 pm The Marguerite Centre Women's Book Club will read and discuss novels with a spiritual theme. Coffee, tea and cookies will be served. Women are asked to call ahead to register. There will be no charge, but a free-will offering will be taken to cover refreshments. For more information contact Jacquie at jacquie@margueritecentre.com.
As EcoPulse, our goal is to form a group of teenagers that wish to participate, plan and organize environmental programs, awareness tours and lectures. Everyone is welcome to join us! For more information, email info@ecopulse.org.
Cars bring area Seniors to meet for a delicious lunch in the cafeteria every two weeks. Very enthusiastic and energized men and women enjoy the rest of the afternoon with card games, crafts, bingo, quilting, developing a recipe book of our favorites, telling stories, and much more. Presenters speak about a variety of subjects that give every one great conversations and learning of new concepts. Ann and her volunteers keep the group running well. For more information, contact Ann Coulas at Marguerite Centre, annc@margueritecentre.com. Dances of Universal Peace The Dances of Universal Peace offer the opportunity to dance together in circle. They promote peace and integration within individuals and groups worldwide. No prior experience in meditation, dancing or singing is necessary; only an open heart. Contact Joanne Murray at 613-333-5534 or Patricia Tamosetis at Cancer Support Group An opportunity to share experiences with others, to gain and give support, and to learn new skills using the mind-body connection to improve the quality of life. At times speakers and audio/video materials will be used. For more information on this group, contact Norm Fournier at 613-735-5281. Dreamwork Circle: Understanding Your Sleep Dreams A chance to discuss with others your dreams and the meanings they may present to you. For more information, contact Marguerite Centre, 613-732-9926 or reception@margueritecentre.com.
The Corner Garden is a Community Garden at the corner of Deacon and Paul Martin Drive, tucked into the corner of the Marguerite Centre’s expansive property. Vegetables were started in March 2007, under lights using heritage seed, and lovingly tended by volunteers. With support from Marguerite Centre, a cold frame was constructed, city compost and tools were purchased, a tiller rented and bit by bit the garden took shape. With the help of staff, pine needles, grass clippings and leaves were gathered up from around the property and delivered to the edge of the garden. A gazebo was built to offer shade to the participants and a shed built to keep the tools out of the weather. A second site was established at one of the building’s south facing walls for wind protection and the brick’s warmth. This is home for varieties of tomatoes and herbs. To learn more about the Corner Garden, or to get involved, contact the Marguerite Centre at (613)732-9926 or contact Lynne at (613)735-2070.
Christian Meditation Be still and know that I am God. You are invited to join us in Christian Meditation. Learn about this ancient tradition of contemplative prayer which seeks God in silence and stillness - beyond word and thought. For more information, email reception@margueritecentre.com. |
Yoga
EcoPulse: Renfrew County Youth for the Environment
Marguerite Centre Seniors Group