a sacred space in
a busy world
The light
shines in the
darkness…
John 1:5
PROGRAM GUIDE
September 1, 2014 to February
February 28, 2015
The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it. John 1:5
Through our faith we are called to share the Light of Christ to help those who
may be experiencing darkness. Sometimes this light shines through us directly
and other times indirectly when we are following Christ’s call. When we are
authentic and true to our calling we are revealing our most radiant selves to the
world. Through this radiance of light and love we overcome darkness even
amidst the most challenging times. Sometimes we need to be able to create
space to allow Christ’s light to shine forth. In order to do so we need to take a
step back and have a day away or a retreat to allow God’s light to fully radiate
through us. Through our retreat ministry we strive to offer you a sacred space to
allow God’s love and light to shine through you fully. We are here to welcome
you, walk with you, and shine light upon you as you journey through your
purpose-filled life.
Catharine King
Executive Director
cking@providencerenewal.ca
My husband and I love to go canoe camping. Being in nature is beautiful,
peaceful, and, at night, very dark. At times the night sky provides just enough
light to see where we are going. Most times it is pitch dark and we need a
flashlight to shine light in the darkness and guide us. Light is a beautiful
metaphor for our spiritual lives. Light illumines, provides warmth, and comfort.
We all need the light of Christ to shine on the dark areas of our lives where we
are most in need of God’s healing and mercy. May our programs bring you into
that Light and guide your path as you continue your life’s journey. As the Light in
you shines more brightly may it “shine before others so they see your good
works and give glory to your Father in heaven” (Matt 5:16).
Debbie Doornbos
Program Director
ddoornbos@providencerenewal.ca
Cover design by Bro. Louis Andreas
PROGRAMS AT A GLANCE
September
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Centering Prayer Support Circle begins
10
Contemplative Prayer: Meeting the Silence Within begins
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Yoga for a Christian: Prayer of the Heart and Body begins
18
Unplug: It’s YOUR Day
20
With Peace in Our Hearts – Shalom!
21
Labyrinth Walk for Peace
22
Spiritual Book Club begins
24
Evening Yoga begins
26-27 Igniting the Fire: What’s Your Story – Men’s Retreat
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9
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12
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October
4
Mystics and Poets: The Spiritual Journey through Poetry
9
Are You a Mystic?
16
Unplug: It’s YOUR Day
30
Pressing the Pause Button: Self-Care and Spiritual Health
31 – November 2 Seeking Spirituality: A Holistic Way to Heal
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9
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November
13
Windows into Eternity: Praying with Icons
18
Unplug: It’s YOUR Day
28-30 Rediscovering Joy in Our Lives – Advent Retreat
December
5-6
Come to the Quiet – A 24-Hour Retreat into Advent Stillness
15
Unplug: It’s YOUR Day
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9
January
7
Centering Prayer Support Circle resumes
14
Contemplative Prayer resumes
18
Taizé Prayer Evening
21
Unplug: It’s YOUR Day
21
Evening Yoga begins
26
Spiritual Book Club continues
30 – February 1 How Does Your Garden Grow?
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10
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9
12
5
9
February
13-15 Deepening Centering Prayer
18
Unplug: It’s YOUR Day
11
9
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DAYS OF PEACE
WITH PEACE IN OUR HEARTS – SHALOM!
Saturday, September 20
1:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Debbie Doornbos
In a world where there is often conflict and pain, our prayer life can ground us and help
us remain peaceful even in the midst of chaos. On the eve of the International Day of
Peace, we will explore how we can cultivate peace in our environments by attending to
our own hearts. We will experience various ways to pray as a means to cultivating
peaceful hearts including walking the labyrinth, body prayer, silence, and conversation.
The prayer of St. Francis, “Make Me a Channel of your Peace”, will be our mantra.
$30.00
“If we have no peace, it is because we have forgotten that we belong to each other.”
– Mother Teresa
LABYRINTH WALK FOR PEACE
Sunday, September 21
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Debbie Doornbos
On this International Day of Peace, established by the United Nations in 1981, we invite
you to come and walk the labyrinth as a prayer for peace – peace in our hearts, peace
with one another, peace with creation and the world. We will begin with a brief
explanation of the labyrinth followed by a prayer and a candle light walk to the center of
the labyrinth and back out again. All are welcome.
Free will offering
Debbie Doornbos enjoys working with people and helping them grow in their
spiritual journey. She has a passion for small faith communities and life
transitions. Debbie is a professional facilitator, retreat leader, and adult
educator, who has worked in the human relations field and in parish mission
ministry. She has a degree in theology from Newman Theological College.
THE PROVIDENCE LABYRINTH
Walking the labyrinth is prayer in motion. It quiets the busy mind and
inspires creative thinking. The winding path becomes a metaphor, a mirror
for one’s life. Labyrinth walking is for people of all faith traditions. Please
check in with the front desk before you start walking the labyrinth.
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MEN’S RETREAT
IGNITING THE FIRE: What’s Your Story?
Men’s Retreat
Friday, September 26 (7:00 pm) to Saturday, September 27 (3:00 pm)
Mike Dechant, OMI and Dan Friedt
What is the real story in our lives? What are the struggles and successes, passions, and
pain? Join us for an opportunity to tell the ‘cave’ stories in the safety of the circle. With
music, conversation, and stories we will ignite the fire. Is there a place for Jesus at the
campfire?
Private Suite: $165.00
Single Room: $140.00
Commute: $120.00
Fr. Mike Dechant was born in Manning, Alberta in the Peace River Country.
He is the Director of Oblate Youth Ministries, working in the Greater St.
Albert Catholic School Division. As an Oblate of Mary Immaculate, he focuses
much of his energy in being a “missionary” – reaching out to all peoples but
with special attention to those who don’t belong to the “inner circle of the
Church.” His motto is: “Wherever you go, go with God. Whenever you go, go
make a difference.”
Dan Friedt is married to Joanne and has three daughters and four
grandchildren. He has been a teacher for over 35 years and is the principal of
St. Charles School in Edmonton, which has an emphasis on building leaders.
Dan has conducted many retreats, liturgical workshops, and contributed to
Catholic Conferences over the years. He is a musician and he holds a Master’s
Degree in Religious Education from Newman Theological College. Dan
believes that men of faith can be life savers to men of faith.
SPIRITUAL BOOK CLUB
Fourth Monday of the month except December
September 22, October 27, November 24, December 8,
January 26, and February 23
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Debbie Doornbos
Do you love to read? Would you like to be part of a community of people who share
insights, inspirations, and challenges put forth by spiritual writers? Join the club and
enjoy coffee, goodies, community, and discounts on books. Registration is required.
Check out our website www.providencerenewal.ca for the book titles for each month.
$10.00 September through December
$15.00 January through June
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LEARNING FROM THE MYSTICS
ARE YOU A MYSTIC?
Thursday, October 9; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Fr. Thomas Ryan
Mysticism is not unique to Christianity, and Christian mystics share many characteristics
with the mystics of other religions. On this day we will seek a clear understanding of
mysticism in general; then we will focus our attention on what is distinctive about
Christian mysticism. The treasure trove of Christian mystical writings testifies that the
mystic is one who is consciously immersed in the experience of God’s closeness and love
in daily living. For Christians, therefore, the mystic is not a special kind of person –
everyone has the potential to be a special kind of mystic. It is an experience every one of
us can know firsthand.
$75.00 (Register before September 26 and save $5.00)
Includes buffet lunch
Fr. Thomas Ryan, CSP, served as chaplain at McGill University, directed the
Montreal-based Canadian Centre for Ecumenism for 14 years and was cofounder and director of Unitas, an ecumenical center for spirituality. He
currently directs the Paulist North American Office for Ecumenical and
Interfaith Relations in Washington DC. Fr. Tom’s passion for the spiritual life is
reflected in his 14 books and leadership of retreats in the U.S. and Canada.
MYSTICS AND POETS: The Spiritual Journey through Poetry
Saturday, October 4; 9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Antoinette Voûte Roeder
Poetry is word music. Like the wind in the gospel of John, it blows where it will and the
poet has to be ready to go with it. “So it is with those born of the Spirit.” (Jn. 3:8) Join us
in an exploration of the spirituality of poetry. We will look at poems by such spiritual
masters and mystics as Thomas Merton, a Trappist monk, and Rumi, a Persian poet.
Substantial time will be given over to writing, reflection, and sharing. Poets and those
willing to give poetry a try are welcome. Space is limited! Register early.
$75.00 (Register before September 19 and save $5.00)
Includes buffet lunch
Antoinette Voûte Roeder, M.Mus., is a poet and spiritual director. Antoinette
has offered retreat days on Thomas Merton and other mystics, as well as on
prayer, spirituality, and poetry. She has been published in anthologies,
journals, and magazines, and has two volumes of poetry in print. She is
presently working on a collection of poems to accompany prayer.
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HEALING AND SPIRITUAL HEALTH
PRESSING THE PAUSE BUTTON: Self-Care and Spiritual Health
Thursday, October 30
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Margaret Clark
What would it be like to press the “pause” button and take a personal refreshment day
away from home or a professional development day away from work? Our human
spirits invite self-care just as much as our bodies and minds. Come spend a few hours
taking your spiritual health pulse and develop a self-care plan that will nurture your
spiritual health and assist you in the busyness of your life. A special invitation is
extended to those in the caring professions who value self-care and spiritual health and
are yearning for some down time. Optional: Stay Wednesday and/or Thursday night.
Call for details.
$75.00 (Register before October 15 and save $5.00)
Includes buffet lunch
Margaret Clark has served others through adult education, spiritual direction,
professional chaplaincy, and faith community ministry. She is committed to
reflective living, hospitable solitude, and promoting health in times of
transition. Through her degrees in sociology and theology, as well as her varied
life experiences, she is rooted in spiritual beliefs that are open to all faith
traditions.
SEEKING SPIRITUALITY: A Holistic Way to Heal
Friday, October 31 (7:00 pm) to Sunday, November 2 (1:00 pm)
Archbishop Emeritus Sylvain Lavoie, OMI
Healing is an ongoing journey and the Twelve Step program is a way of life that has
something to offer to anyone who is seeking spirituality and a holistic way to heal.
Drawing on his years in First Nations ministry, Archbishop Sylvain will use both the
medicine wheel and the twelve steps as models for healing and growing personally and
spiritually. Quiet time for reflection and prayer, fellowship, and optional sharing,
informational sessions, music, and laughter will all be part of this weekend.
Private Suite: $240.00
Single Room: $180.00
Commute: $140.00
Archbishop Emeritus Sylvain Lavoie of the Archdiocese of Keewatin-The Pas, is
a missionary Oblate who has spent over 35 years ministering among the
aboriginal peoples. His ministry has included workshops and he has led many
retreats in the areas of personal healing, grieving and the Twelve Steps.
Currently he ministers as a chaplain and spiritual director at the Star of the
North Retreat Centre in St. Albert, AB.
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THE ADVENT JOURNEY
REDISCOVERING JOY IN OUR LIVES
Advent Retreat
Friday, November 28 (7:00 pm) to Sunday, November 30 (1:00 pm)
Archbishop Albert LeGatt
In a world thirsting and often wounded, where can we find or re-find joy in our hearts,
relationships, communities, and in our day-to-day lives as Christians? Journeying
through the Sunday readings of this Advent and turning to Pope Francis in “The Joy of
the Gospel” (Evangelii Gaudium), we will prayerfully consider the sources of our joy in
Christ: hope, being poor with the poor, personally encountering Jesus, conversion, and
sharing our experience of our love of God. “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say,
rejoice.” (Phil. 4:4)
Private Suite: $270.00
Single Room: $220.00
Commute: $195.00
Archbishop Albert LeGatt became shepherd of the Archdiocese of St Boniface,
MB on July 3, 2009. Prior to his appointment in St Boniface he was named
Bishop of the Diocese of Saskatoon on July 26, 2001. He has 18 years of
ministry experience in Prince Albert, SK and has led retreats and given many
presentations on liturgy and vocations awareness.
COME TO THE QUIET
A 24-Hour Retreat into Advent Stillness
Friday, December 5 (5:30 pm/supper) to Saturday, December 6 (5:00 pm)
Glenda Sartore
Take a deep breath, slow down and come to the quiet. Spend 24 hours cultivating inner
peacefulness and open yourself to an encounter with the Divine. Step away from the
frenetic, commercial Christmas preparations, and prepare your heart for the coming of
Christ. Through gentle body movements, breathing exercises, and meditation practices,
Glenda will help you relax your body, calm your mind, and open your heart to create a
space for the Word to take flesh in you this Christmas.
Private Suite: $175.00
Single Room: $150.00
OPTIONAL: Consider staying for Saturday night to extend the experience. Price will vary
depending upon your choices. Call for details.
Glenda Sartore has explored yoga as an expression of her Catholic Christian
faith through Prayer of the Heart and Body – yoga and meditation as a Christian
spiritual practice, an approach developed by Fr. Thomas Ryan. She is a Senior
Yoga instructor with the Yoga Association of Alberta and teaches yoga in
Sherwood Park and Edmonton.
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NURTURING YOUR SPIRIT
HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW?
Friday, January 30 (5:30 pm) to Sunday, February 1 (1:00 pm)
Rita Sandmaier
We all know the taste of fruit in season and the satisfaction it brings
but what about the fruit of our spirit? God desires that we bear good fruit but not the
kind that grows on trees. The qualities of the fruit we are to produce is found in
Scripture: “… the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, generosity,
faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” (Gal. 5:22-23) What does it really mean to
live these qualities on a daily basis? Why not take a weekend away and discover how
you can nurture your inner garden by allowing the fruit of the spirit to till the soil of your
soul.
“I am the true vine, and my Father is the vine-grower. He removes every branch in me
that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit.”
John 15:1-2
Private Suite: $250.00
Single Room: $190.00
Commute: $150.00
Rita Sandmaier is an adult educator, pastoral minister, and spiritual director.
Rita enjoys working with individuals and groups in reflecting upon one’s
journey of faith, exploring one’s spirituality, and in deepening one’s own inner
journey. Rita has worked extensively within the area of pastoral ministry,
particularly in the area of death, dying, and bereavement. She holds degrees in
education and theology.
UNPLUG: IT’S YOUR DAY – Quiet Day Away
Thursday, September 18; Thursday, October 16; Tuesday, November 18;
Monday, December 15; Wednesday, January 21; Wednesday, February 18
9:30 am to 3:30 pm
Rita Sandmaier
Multi-tasking! This is a word we are all familiar with today. In our fast-paced world our
bodies, minds, and spirits often yearn to slow down and get off the roller-coaster of life.
Why not take a day away and unplug from the busyness of your life? Enter the silence
and open yourself to hear the voice of the Divine speak to your heart. We will begin the
day together with prayer; the rest of the day is yours! Reflections/prayer suggestions
will be available for your use. A single bedroom is provided. Ask for details about
extending your stay.
$45.00
Includes buffet lunch
Spiritual Direction can be arranged in advance for an additional fee.
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WAYS TO PRAY
WINDOWS INTO ETERNITY: Praying with Icons
Thursday, November 13
7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Fr. Matthew Francis
The word “icon” comes from the Greek word eikon, which means “image.” Icons usually
portray Jesus, saints, angels, and other sacred images coming from Scripture. In the
Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition, icons are a key part of their worship. Fr. Matthew
will help us understand how icons, holy images, can be a means of prayer and help us
grow closer to God.
$25.00
Fr. Matthew Francis is based in Edmonton AB, where he serves as Assistant
Priest at St. Herman of Alaska Orthodox Sobor. He is married to Matushka
Krista (“Matushka” is a term of love and respect for the wife of a priest) and
they have a son, Basil. Fr. Matthew travels to Whitehorse approximately every
six weeks to offer Divine Services and provide leadership and encouragement
to the Mission.
CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER: Meeting the Silence Within
2nd and 4th Wednesdays, beginning September 10
7:00 pm to 8:15 pm
Antoinette Voûte Roeder
The bi-monthly contemplative prayer group is focused on bringing ourselves into
greater awareness of God’s Spirit-Breath breathing us into being every moment of our
lives. Our breath is our prayer word. Because this kind of prayer is without words or
images we simply turn to the Silence within, the Silence that met Elijah outside of the
cave on the mountain. Each evening includes a spiritual reading, prayer, and brief
sharing. Everyone is welcome. Registration required.
$10.00 per term
Antoinette Voûte Roeder, M.Mus., is a poet and spiritual director. Antoinette
has offered retreat days on Thomas Merton and other mystics, as well as on
prayer, spirituality, and poetry. She has been published in anthologies,
journals, and magazines, and has two volumes of poetry in print. She is
currently working on a collection of poems to accompany prayer.
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CENTERING PRAYER
DEEPENING CENTERING PRAYER RETREAT
Friday, February 13 (7:00 pm) to Sunday, February 15 (1:00 pm)
Fr. Raymond Sevigny
Would you like to deepen your experience of silence and solitude through the practice
of Centering Prayer? This weekend will include periods of Centering Prayer and
teachings of Fr. Keating. It will take place within the context of community and will
appeal to persons who are committed to the daily practice of Centering Prayer.
Private Suite: $270.00
Single Room: $220.00
Fr. Raymond Sevigny is the coordinator for the Alberta region of Contemplative
Outreach Canada. He has served on the Canadian Servant Leadership Team
since July 2007, and is commissioned as a presenter of the Seven-Session Prayer
Introductory Workshop. Ordained to the ministerial priesthood in 1962, Fr.
Raymond has served the Francophone Catholic parishes for most of his ministry.
CENTERING PRAYER SUPPORT CIRCLE
Wednesday Evenings
Beginning September 3
7:00 pm to 8:15 pm
Kevin Carr
A weekly Centering Prayer Support Circle is for those who desire to deepen their
practice and understanding of the Centering Prayer method as taught by Fr. Thomas
Keating. The Support circle consists of a 20-minute period of Centering Prayer followed
by a period of faith sharing.
No fee – drop in
Kevin Carr has an extensive background as an administrator and teacher. A
graduate of Newman College, he has facilitated numerous workshops,
seminars, and retreats. Engaged in the practice of Centering Prayer, he
facilitates the weekly support sessions at Providence Renewal Centre.
TAIZÉ PRAYER EVENING
Celebrating the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Sunday, January 18
7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
All are welcome! Free will offering
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MIND, BODY AND SPIRIT
YOGA FOR A CHRISTIAN: Prayer of the Heart and Body
Wednesday mornings, September 17 to November 5
10:00 am to 11:30 am
Glenda Sartore
“Yoga, or ‘prayer of the body’, facilitates ‘the prayer of the heart’ (meditation) by
creating the most favorable conditions for attentiveness to the presence of God within
you”, states Fr. Thomas Ryan. Come and enjoy moving your body and stilling your mind
with yoga. Relax and calm your heart, mind, and body in our peaceful environment.
Come prepared to be stretched, strengthened, and balanced! This is a multi-level yoga
practice suitable to both beginners and seasoned yoga practitioners. Please wear
comfortable clothing and bring a yoga or exercise mat, a blanket, and a strap. If you
have any other yoga or meditation props you like to use, please bring those as well.
$112.00/8 weeks
Glenda Sartore has explored yoga as an expression of her Catholic Christian
faith through Prayer of the Heart and Body – yoga and meditation as a Christian
spiritual practice, an approach developed by Fr. Thomas Ryan. She is a Senior
Yoga instructor with the Yoga Association of Alberta and teaches yoga in
Sherwood Park and Edmonton.
EVENING YOGA CLASSES
Wednesday evenings
September 24 to November 26
and January 21 to March 25
6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Julie Jeong
Yoga invites the harmonious integration of mind, body, and spirit. Yoga can help us to
inhabit our bodies more fully and open our whole being to God. Join us every
Wednesday evening for a traditional hatha yoga class. Come to our peaceful
environment and relax your body and find a calm inner space. Please wear comfortable
clothing and bring a yoga or exercise mat.
$130.00 for each 10 week session
Julie Jeong is a Certified Yoga Instructor with the Yoga Association of Alberta.
She has done workshops for Hatha Yoga, Sound, Chanting, and Breath
Awareness on many occasions. For more than 10 years Julie has been involved
in the Teacher Training Program of “Yoga for Today” studio with “Breath
Awareness Meditation.”
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SPIRITUAL DIRECTION
Spiritual Direction is a safe place where seekers come aside to reflect and discover
where God is in the daily experience of their living. As the seeker’s story unfolds in the
light of faith, a trained spiritual director listens and accompanies him/her on their life
journey. Through regular one-to-one conversations, in an atmosphere of trust, the
seeker is led to a deeper awareness of and appreciation for God’s presence and
movement/action in prayer and daily life. You are welcome to arrange a meeting with a
trained, experienced spiritual director by contacting him/her directly. You can find a
roster of spiritual directors on our website, www.providencerenewal.ca.
PRESENCE
Formation for the Ministry of Spiritual Direction in the Christian Tradition
The Presence Program is a two-year, part-time program designed to help participants
discern and recognize their calling to the ministry of spiritual direction while growing in
their own spirituality. It is an ecumenical program open to Christian women and men
aged 35+. Presence is eligible for transfer credit at St. Stephen’s College on the
University of Alberta campus. Please see our website for more details:
www.providencerenewal.ca, or call 780-430-9491 Ext. 0.
Holy listening to ‘listen’ another’s soul into a condition of disclosure and
discovery may be almost the greatest service that any human being ever
performs for another.
– Douglas Steel
PRIVATE RETREATS AND SABBATICALS
When you are in need of some quiet time to relax, reflect, and pray, we have a place for
you. Sacred Space, our private retreat area, has five cozy suites with full bathrooms, a
shared quiet reflection/prayer room, kitchen, and laundry facilities. We have five parlors
for day retreats. Trained, experienced spiritual directors are available to accompany you
on your spiritual journey (additional fee). Ask us about making a PERSONAL SILENT
DIRECTED RETREAT.
One (1) to two (2) nights’ accommodation: $70.00/night
Three (3) to six (6) nights’ accommodation: $65.00/night
Seven (7) to thirty (30) nights’ accommodation: $60.00/night
Day Retreat: $30.00/day (parlor)
Sabbaticals (one month or longer): $1,700.00/month, payable the first of each month.
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DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN
BRING A FRIEND
Bring someone who has never attended a Providence Renewal Centre
program/retreat and receive a 10% discount on your own registration.
GIVE THE GIFT OF A RETREAT
Can you think of someone who might enjoy one of our many
programs or retreats? Why not give them a gift of time away
at Providence Renewal Centre? Surprise someone with this
unique gift idea. Ask for details.
REQUEST MADE-TO-ORDER RETREATS
Are you planning a staff retreat, parish council retreat, or retreat for your group
or organization? We can help. At our place or yours, we can customize
something just for you. Contact Debbie at 780-701-1853 or email
ddoornbos@providencerenewal.ca.
RENT MEETING OR CONFERENCE SPACE
We have several meeting rooms to accommodate groups of various sizes for
your conference, seminar, staff meeting, or gathering. Our rates include parking,
coffee, and tea. Flipcharts, TVs, DVD players, and LCD projectors are available.
To see our rates and to view videos and floor plans of our facility, visit our
website, www.providencerenewal.ca. Contact Jocelyne Marple at 780-7011858 or email facility@providencerenewal.ca.
COME TO OUR BOOK STORE
Our book store offers a selection of materials that is unique
in Edmonton. It includes books that relate directly or
indirectly to the programs and retreats we offer at
Providence Renewal Centre. Some of the books are written
by our presenters. For information call Rita at 780-7011852 or email rsandmaier@providencerenewal.ca.
MAKE A DONATION TO PROVIDENCE RENEWAL CENTRE
Providence Renewal Centre is a non-profit organization which opens its doors to
people looking for a welcoming environment with Christian hospitality. We
welcome your financial support to aid us in providing this important ministry.
Providence Renewal Centre is a sacred space in our busy world.
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PROGRAM AND RETREAT REGISTRATION
PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL OF OUR PROGRAMS
While payment in full at the time of registration is preferred, a non-refundable deposit
is required at the time of registration as detailed below under “Cancellation Policy”.
Payment in full must be made at least one week before the start of the event. Please
note that some of our programs offer a lower price for early registration with payment.
HOW TO REGISTER
Program/retreat registration can be made in the following ways:
On-line:
www.providencerenewal.ca
By email:
retreats@providencerenewal.ca
By phone: Call Kathy Budgell, Program Assistant, 780-701-1854
ON-LINE REGISTRATION
You can register on-line at www.providencerenewal.ca. Please note that registration
via the website is not considered final until contact and payment or deposit has been
made with Kathy Budgell, Program Assistant, 780-701-1854.
BOOK A PRIVATE RETREAT OR SABBATICAL
To book a private overnight retreat or parlor for day use, please call 780-430-9491 (Ext.
0) or email csilveira@providencerenewal.ca. We require a minimum of three days
advance notice to book a private retreat in order to provide meals. For information on
sabbaticals call 780-701-1853 or email ddoornbos@providencerenewal.ca.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
We accept VISA, MasterCard, and cheque. When paying in person we also accept cash
and debit. (If cost is a hindrance to your attendance at one of our programs or retreats,
please contact Debbie Doornbos, Program Director, 780-701-1853.)
CANCELLATION POLICY
Providence Renewal Centre reserves the right to cancel any of our programs/retreats. If
a program or event is cancelled, a full refund, including the deposit amount, will be
issued. Deposits are otherwise non-refundable and are required at the time of
registration as follows:
a. Day or evening programs: $15.00
b. Scheduled weekend or weeklong retreats: $50.00
c. Booked private retreat: $15.00
d. Sabbatical: $100.00
In the event a registrant has to cancel, we require a minimum of three full days (72
hours) notice before the scheduled event to be able to issue a refund minus the
appropriate deposits listed above. Requests for cancellation made less than three full
days (72 hours) before a scheduled program or retreat will not be eligible for a refund.
Program and retreat fees are not transferable.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS
2015 upcoming events
Holy Week Retreat
Yoga for a Christian
Centering Prayer Retreat
March 2 – April 5
Starts March 18
July 12-19
Fr. Robbie McDougall
Glenda Sartore
Fr. Raymond Sevigny
ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
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preference to retreats@providencerenewal.ca
3005 119 Street NW
Edmonton AB T6J 5R5
Phone: 780-430-9491
Fax: 780-438-1639
Please visit our website at www.providencerenewal.ca
If any of the information in the following address in incorrect, please call Kathy at 780-701-1854.
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