PLEASE NOTE - there is now a waiting list for this workshop. The Celtic Knots Quiet Day Saturday workshop will be held again at a date to be announced shortly.

This is a hands-on workshop about a design that has captured the religious imagination of humanity since 6000 B.C.E. and has decorated Gospel manuscripts and Christian churches from 400 C.E. to the present day.

Anyone who can draw a dot and a line has already learned the basic key to drawing knotwork. The authentic method of drawing them is surprisingly simple and accessible. Absolutely no “artistic” experience or special aptitude is necessary.

The workshop will teach you how to draw knots, and will open you to an appreciation of their meanings and use as spiritual meditations that are easy, playful, and thoughtful.

Led by Brian Dench, author of the The Knotty Book, and a graphic designer and former president of the Calligraphic Arts Guild of Toronto. Begins 9:30 am with gathering for coffee; ends 3:30. Fee: $25 ($15 for Associates and Oblates) if you bring a bag lunch. A hot meal is an additional $15.

Please bring blank paper and pointed black tip marker pen(s) - and colours as well! That's all you'll need!

• Registration - here »
• Download the poster for this workshop here »
• Spiritual Direction - here »
• Brochure: "Spiritual Direction: What are you seeking?"- here »
• Guest House - here »
• Other Quiet Saturdays - here » / Theme Retreats - here »

The Sisters welcome guests for rest, refreshment, retreat, and participation in the Community's prayer and liturgy. All are welcome.

Spend as much time as you like in a private retreat or simply enjoying some peace and quiet, fellowship, and the liturgies of the community. Cost is our normal per-day fee for the Guest House. If you would like to participate in a slightly more structured way, consider the following opportunities:

• Food for the Soul: overnight and day retreats offered at the Guest House and open to all - see here »
• Overnight or day personal retreats - see here »
• Overnight or day retreats and othe programs customized for your group - Email or call for details (416) 226-2201
• Customized sabbatical programs - see here »