A lively group of Associates gathered on Saturday, June 10th in Miramichi, NB. After morning presentations, we had a leisurely lunch and resumed our day with a celebration of vows and promises. The group explored some new ideas and shared insights on the topics of change and adult faith and how we can keep moving on with hope into a future that will invite us to accept different ways. Our God is a faithful God!
It is still possible to register for the Retreat at St. Joseph Renewal Center, Mabou from July 18-24, 2017 with Father Trevor Scott, SJ as presenter. The theme of this Guided Retreat is “Deepening Our Sense of Vocation in an Ever Changing and Evolving World.”
June 3-4, Halifax, NS. Greening Our Hearts was the theme of the gathering of 82 participants representing Atlantic Religious Communities. Dolores Hall was the presenter. Through music, poetry and time touching on contemporary reflection topics, she led us into some familiar space and also some new terrain. Dolores mentioned the serious concern around bees; we know of 700 species of bees and all are in danger of extinction, largely due to pesticides. Our food supply depends on bees! The issue of bottled water – selling our water supply – was raised. We need to be aware but always to cultivate hope. Dolores shared on the Instruction for Living a Life, from Mary Oliver: 1. Pay attention. 2. Be grateful. 3. Tell about it. She assured us we are carriers of great charisms. “The church has need of you,” she said.