Advent takes us into the great mystery of God’s love for all creation. The Christian story begins in a season when days are short and nights are long, when the air is colder, when trees have shed their leaves and when we are more in touch with our frailties than our strengths.

It is a time when we sense our mortality. And yet our frailty can open us to hope, and help us be present to the God who is so present to us. Even more, we are called to be living signs of hope in a world where many kinds of darkness can drown the human spirit.

In the sharing of story and song and scripture, we’ll explore what it means to be hopeful within ourselves and to offer hope to others.

Led by the Rev. Barbara Liotscos and the Rt. Rev. Gordon Light. Barbara has served in parishes in the Dioceses of Cariboo/the Anglican Parishes of the Central Interior and of Toronto. Gordon has served as Principal Secretary to the Primate and bishop for the Anglican Parishes of the Central Interior. They are now enjoying retirement in Meaford.

Begins 4 pm Friday; ends 1:30 pm Sunday.
Fee is $200; the deposit is $35.

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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 »