MOUNT CARMEL SPIRITUAL CENTRE

An Ecumenical Retreat And Conference Centre
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Come Away Day
3/9/2010
9:30 AM-3:30 PM
Come Away Day
Jesus regularly paused in his ministry to spend time in prayer and quiet with his God. He invites us to take time away from our busy schedule and be refreshed. The second Tuesday of each month is devoted to this special time. The day begins at 9:30 AM with an introduction and thought by the Staff of the Spiritual Centre. Eucharist is available at 11:15 AM followed by noon time lunch. The day ends at 3:30 PM with a closing prayer.
Presenters:     Members of our Ministerial Team
Cost:          35  due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
WORKSHOP - Dr. Jeannie Campaneilli
3/13/2010
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
DISCOVERING YOUR TRUE NATURE
Through a process of self-inquiry, you will experience who you truly are in a way that will bring you home to yourself. You will learn practices that will support you in expressing your true nature in your day-to-day life. For more information, email Jeannie at jeannie@innerconfidencecoaching.com

Centre Staff Members:Jeannie Campanelli. Ed D., CPCC,
Cost:          65  CDN due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
SPRING BREAK RETREAT
3/15/2010 - 3/19/2010
Monday (check-in between 3:00-5:00 PM, dinner at 5:30 PM, departure after lunch Friday)
"The Break That Refreshes"
Sometimes we need time away from our busy schedules to relax, pray and reflect. Educators, come take time to refresh and renew oneself with a few quiet days at Mount Carmel. Joining the Carmelites in daily prayer and Eucharist is an option. Length of stay is flexible.

Cost:          100  per day (single accommodation with meals)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
HEALING WORKSHOP - Fr. Jack McGinnis and team
3/19/2010 - 3/21/2010
Friday, 7PM check-in to Sunday after lunch
"Loving What Is" - An introduction to "The Work" by Byron Katie
“The Work” is a simple yet powerful process of inquiry that teaches you to identify and question thoughts that cause negative core beliefs and build anxiety. “The Work” is a simple set of four questions and then a shift in thinking that clearly shows how attachment to negative thinking causes most of the problems in life. It's a very simple and easily understood way to identify what's hurting you, and to address your problems with clarity. People who do The Work as an ongoing practice report life-changing results: Alleviation of depression, Decreased stress, Improved relationships, Reduced anger, Increased mental clarity, More energy, and More inner peace. Fr. Jack and his team will introduce “The Work” to participants by presenting an overview of the principles and practices involved and a DVD presentation by Byron Katie. Participants will have an opportunity to practice the techniques presented in “The Work” and begin to create plans for implementing these techniques in their daily lives. If you are interested in this workshop you are encouraged to go to www.thework.com and begin to familiarize yourself with this exciting approach to inner change.

Centre Staff Members:Fr. Jack McGinnis,
Cost:          300  CDN Dbl. occupancy / $325 Single ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
ICON PAINTING WORKSHOP - Phil Zimmerman
3/21/2010 - 3/26/2010
Sunday 3PM check-in, dinner 5:30 PM, to Friday after lunch


Master Iconographer Philip Zimmerman will guide students through creating one complete icon of "The Visitation". Any level of experience is accepted. Each step is demonstrated to students, followed by time to copy what has been taught. Students will learn: filling in, rendering clothes and flesh, 23 carat gold leafing, and varnishing. In addition, students will gain familiarity with ruling pens and ruling pen compasses, and information on preparation of panels for painting.


Centre Staff Members:Philip Zimmerman,
Cost:          725  CDN (Includes supplies, accommodation, meals) $100 non-refundable deposit at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
WORKSHOP - Dr. Sebastian Fazzari
3/27/2010
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
GREAT AFFIRMATIONS FOR HEALTH AND WHOLENESS
Most individuals live what is called “a normal life.” What if we are called for a greater life? Researchers in the field of Quantum Physics tell us that the quantum field has extremely tiny particles and waves—invisible to the naked eye—that leap from one virtual state into a new one as if the result had been plucked out of this expansive field of potentialities. They also tell us that this leap or shift is greatly affected by the observer. When you give proper attention to certain aspects of your life it holds you in a steady and predictable place. However, when you make a shift—regardless of how minute it is—in your attention you agitate the norm and new “leaps” are made. Breakthroughs in health, peace, wellness, wealth, prosperity, and love are possible by even a slight shift of attention to the norm. Participants are challenged to “shift” their focus so that a quantum breakthrough leap is generated into the new shift of attention through affirmations.


Centre Staff Members:Sebastian Fazzari, Ph.D.,
Cost:          65  CDN due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
HOLY WEEK/SACRED TRIDUUM RETREAT

3/28/2010 - 4/4/2010
Palm Sunday check-in at 3:00 PM, 5:30 PM dinner to Easter Sunday after brunch
Walking with Jesus from Calvary to Easter Glory
Holy Week is the most solemn in the Church's year. The Carmelites invite you to join them in prayer during this special week. The week begins with the Celebration of the Entrance of Jesus into Jerusalem (Palm Sunday) and ends with Easter Eucharist. Come for all or part of all the ceremonies. Enter into silent prayer to be with the Lord as we remember the events of Holy Week.
Presenters:     Members of our Ministerial Team
Cost:          110  per day or $625 for full week - Payment due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
April
WORKSHOP - Dr. Jeannie Campanelli
4/10/2010
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
LIVING FROM PRESENCE
“We are so busy rushing headlong to a better tomorrow, that we overlook the perfection of today,” writes Arjuna Ardagh in “The Translucent Revolution.” Learn practices that you can use to ground yourself in the present moment--anywhere, anytime. For more information, email Jeannie at jeannie@innerconfidencecoaching.com

Centre Staff Members:Jeannie Campanelli. Ed D., CPCC,
Cost:          65  CDN due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUES WORKSHOP - Martin Nyland, B.A.,M.Div., EFT III
4/10/2010
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM


Many people let limiting beliefs (fear of rejection, low self-esteem and feelings of vulnerability) keep them from living fully human lives in peace and with happiness. Martin Nyland, B.A., M.Div., EFT III (Ultimate Practitioner) is an Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) expert and Practitioner will help you understand the power, the purpose, the (sometimes) struggles and the gift of human emotions. During this ‘hands on’ workshop you will also learn the ‘Basic Recipe’ application of EFT. A key component of this workshop will be experiencing ‘Borrowing Benefits,’ a very successful group application of EFT. The main focus the group experience throughout this day will be addressing three key areas where people struggle: feelings of not being safe or vulnerability in life; fear of rejection, and low self esteem. Come and enjoy a very informative and interesting day with Martin Nyland. Find more about Martin and his EFT practice at www.fountainsoffreedom.com and view the mother site at www.emofree.com. You may also see reviews at www.eftinternational.com (do a search under Practitioners for Nyland).


Centre Staff Members:Martin Nyland, B.A., M.Div., EFT III (Ultimate Practitioner),
Cost:          65  CDN due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
Come Away Day
4/13/2010
9:30 AM-3:30 PM
Come Away Day
Jesus regularly paused in his ministry to spend time in prayer and quiet with his God. He invites us to take time away from our busy schedule and be refreshed. The second Tuesday of each month is devoted to this special time. The day begins at 9:30 AM with an introduction and thought by the Staff of the Spiritual Centre. Eucharist is available at 11:15 AM followed by noon time lunch. The day ends at 3:30 PM with a closing prayer.
Presenters:     Members of our Ministerial Team
Cost:          35  due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
WALKING WITH JOHN OF THE CROSS
4/16/2010 - 4/18/2010
Friday 7PM to Sunday after lunch


John of the Cross expresses in poetry and prose experiences of the tragic which are a part of every human life. He tells of being lost, alone, hurt. However, he also reminds us that the human story is ultimately a lover story; God’s love constantly pursuing us. In one of his poems, John of the Cross writes: “In the evening of life, we will be judged on how well we have loved.” Come walk with this great mystic, spiritual guide, poet and Carmelite.

Presenters:     Fr. John-Benedict Weber, O. Carm.,
Centre Staff Members:Fr. John-Benedict Weber, O. Carm.,
Cost:          300  due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
May
WORKSHOP - Dr. Jeannie Campanelli
5/1/2010
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
THE POWER OF THE HEART
The heart is our always-open connection to the Divine. When we live our lives from our hearts, a sense of fullness and ease occurs. Be with us on this day’s journey to connecting more deeply with the core of you. Through the experiences of self-inquiry and stillness, you will hear your heart’s longing. For more information, email Jeannie at jeannie@innerconfidencecoaching.com

Centre Staff Members:Jeannie Campanelli. Ed D., CPCC,
Cost:          65  CDN due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
Come Away Day
5/11/2010
9:30 AM-3:30 PM
Come Away Day
Jesus regularly paused in his ministry to spend time in prayer and quiet with his God. He invites us to take time away from our busy schedule and be refreshed. The second Tuesday of each month is devoted to this special time. The day begins at 9:30 AM with an introduction and thought by the Staff of the Spiritual Centre. Eucharist is available at 11:15 AM followed by noon time lunch. The day ends at 3:30 PM with a closing prayer.
Presenters:     Members of our Ministerial Team
Cost:          35  due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
June
WORKSHOP - Dr. Sebastian Fazzari
6/5/2010
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM
HOW TO CREATE MIRACLES IN HEALTH AND SUCCESS
Albert Einstein said that “there are two ways you can live your life; as if nothing is a miracle; or as if everything is a miracle.” Participants are encouraged to look at events in their lives and to closely examine how they responded to those events. They will be taught to make use of positive affirmation rather than mentally fearing and fighting the negative so that by changing their thinking they can change their consciousness in order to change their lives.

Centre Staff Members:Sebastian Fazzari, Ph.D.,
Cost:          65  CDN due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUES - Martin Nyland, B.A., M.Div., EFT III
6/5/2010
Saturday, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM


Fear, anger, sadness and shame can keep us from living a full life. These negative emotions can be paralyzing. Join Martin Nyland, B.A., M.Div., EFT III (Ultimate Practitioner), an Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) expert and Practitioner for this workshop will help you understand the power, the purpose, the (sometimes) struggles and the gift of human emotions. During this ‘hands on’ workshop you will also learn the ‘Basic Recipe’ application of EFT. A key component of this workshop will be experiencing ‘Borrowing Benefits,’ a very successful group application of EFT. The main focus of the group experience throughout this day will be addressing the four significant negative emotions: fear, anger, sadness and shame. Come and enjoy a very informative and interesting day with Martin Nyland. Find more about Martin and his EFT practice at www.fountainsoffreedom.com and view the mother site at www.emofree.com. You may also see reviews at www.eftinternational.com (do a search under Practitioners for Nyland).

Centre Staff Members:Martin Nyland, B.A., M.Div., EFT III (Ultimate Practitioner),
Cost:          65  CDN due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
TOWARD A FRANCISCAN COSMOLOGY
6/25/2010 - 6/27/2010
Friday, check-in before 7:00 PM to Sunday after lunch
A Franciscan Perspective on Creation
During our time together we will explore God’s creation through the eyes and experiences of St. Francis of Assisi our Patron Saint of Ecology. Turning to the ideas and thoughts of St. Bonaventure and John Duns Scotus, we will look at the relationships which exist between God, Jesus and all Creation. How do we, as humans, relate to human and non-human creation and what is our role in the redemption of all creation?

Centre Staff Members:Bro. Alan R. Gaebel, ofm, cap.,
Cost:          300  $50 non-refundable deposit due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
PREACHED RETREAT FOR WOMEN
6/27/2010 - 7/3/2010
Sunday afternoon check-in, 5:30 PM dinner, departure Saturday after lunch
The Mounains of God: Intimate Encounters with the Holy One
Throughout the Scriptures mountains often serve as the settings for the self revelation of God's love. During these intimate encounters with the Holy One, God speaks to the hearts of people of faith in mountain solitude. Come and journey with our Carmelite presenters to these famous mountains, both large and small, in order to share yourself more deeply in what others have found at the top of Sinai, of Tabor, of Carmel, of Horeb, of the Beatitudes, of Olives, of Calvary, and others. This retreat calls us to the experience of deeper intimacy with our God, whose deepest desire is for our love.

Presenters:     Members of our Ministerial Team
Cost:          550  CDN ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
July
WALKING WITH THE SPIRITUAL GIANTS: Contemporary Spiritual Writers - Fr. James Dolan, SJ
7/8/2010 - 7/11/2010
Thursday, afternoon check-in, 5:30 PM dinner to Sunday after lunch


During this prayer workshop Fr. Jim Dolan, SJ will explore the modern approaches to spirituality taken by select authors of the 20th century. Tony deMello, Thomas Merton, Henri Nouwen and John O'Donohue, each from a different country and culture were excellent communicators and noted spiritual teachers. Through conferences and guided meditations we will experience their unique charisms which they shared so openly. Come and discover your own inspired style of prayer.

Centre Staff Members:Fr. Jim Dolan, SJ,
Cost:          400  CDN ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration) COMMUTERS WELCOMED-call for rate
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
WALKING WITH THERESE OF LISIEUX – Fr. John Russell, O. Carm.
7/9/2010 - 7/11/2010
Friday 7 PM check-in, no evening meal, departure Sunday after lunch
WALKING WITH THERESE OF LISIEUX – Fr. John Russell, O. Carm.
Therese and her "Little Way" have been a great inspiration for Christians the world over. This cloistered nun has helped us to see our role of love in the little things of our daily lives. Come and be touched walking with this wonderful woman.

Centre Staff Members:Fr. John Russell, O. Carm,
Cost:          300  CDN due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
NURTURING YOUR SOUL - Dr. Jeannie Campanelli
7/16/2010 - 7/18/2010
Friday, 7:30 PM to Sunday after lunch
5:00-7:00 PM Registration (no dinner provided)
The gift of time is a precious way to nurture yourself. Spend a weekend of discovering how to create a spiritual practice that is unique to your needs and will nourish you in day-to-day living. There will be a balance between silence, contemplation, and a gentle process that deepens the connection to the core of you. For more information, email Jeannie at jeannie@innerconfidencecoaching.com

Centre Staff Members:Jeannie Campanelli. Ed D., CPCC,
Cost:          325  CDN $50 non-refundable deposit when registering
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
PREACHED RETREAT FOR ALL
7/25/2010 - 7/31/2010
Sunday afternoon check-in, 5:30 PM dinner to Friday after lunch
The Mountains of God: Intimate Encounters with the Holy One
Throughout the Scriptures mountains often serve as the settings for the self revelation of God's love. During these intimate encounters with the Holy One, God speaks to the hearts of people of faith in mountain solitude. Come and journey with our Carmelite presenters to these famous mountains, both large and small, in order to share yourself more deeply in what others have found at the top of Sinai, of Tabor, of Carmel, of Horeb, of the Beatitudes, of Olives, of Calvary, and others. This retreat calls us to the experience of deeper intimacy with our God, whose deepest desire is for our love.

Presenters:     Members of our Ministerial Team
Cost:          110  per day ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
DIRECTED RETREAT WEEK
7/25/2010 - 7/31/2010
Sunday afternoon check-in, 5:30 PM dinner to Friday after lunch


Take time to be with the Lord in the stillness of the Spiritual centre. A directed retreat provides time for prayers, solitude, and a daily one-to-one meeting with a director to review your prayers. Optional Morning and Evening Prayer as well as Eucharist are celebrated daily. When registering, please send a few paragraphs about yourself to help us in selecting a director for you. While the Spiritual Centre is in stillness, those who wish to make a private retreat may schedule at this time. Length of both retreats is flexible.

Presenters:     Members of our Ministerial Team
Cost:          110  CDN per day ($125/day for full week) ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
August
DIRECTED RETREAT-FEBRUARY
8/6/2010 - 8/27/2010
Friday check-in for 5:30 PM dinner
Five-Day or Eight-Day Silent Retreat
Take time to be with the Lord in the stillness of the Spiritual centre for a 5-day or 8-day silent retreat. A directed retreat provides time for prayers, solitude, and a daily one-to-one meeting with a director to review your prayers. Optional Morning and Evening Prayer as well as Eucharist are celebrated daily. When registering, please send a few paragraphs about yourself to help us in selecting a director for you. While the Spiritual Centre is in stillness, those who wish to make a private retreat may schedule at this time. Length of both retreats is flexible.

Presenters:     Members of our Ministerial Team
Cost:          110  CDN per day ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
THE JOURNEY FROM ANGER TO FORGIVENESS-Kathryn McMorrow
8/6/2010 - 8/8/2010
Friday check-in before 7 PM to Sunday after lunch


A gentle exploration of the nature and dynamics of anger and the myths and misconceptions associated with the forgiveness process. Through mini-presentations, scripture references, personal reflection and group discussion participants will gain a better understanding of the process and how it operates in their lives. Meals can be taken in silence or in conversation. You will leave with both insights and tools for the journey. Registration limited. For more information, e-mail Kathryn at innovationsca@yahoo.ca Registration is through Mount Carmel.

Centre Staff Members:Kathryn McMorrow,
Cost:          325  CDN ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
ICON PAINTING WORKSHOP-Phil Zimmerman
8/15/2010 - 8/21/2010
Sunday 3PM check-in, dinner 5:30 PM, to Saturday after lunch


Master Iconographer Philip Zimmerman will guide students through creating one complete icon of the Madonna and child. Any level of experience is accepted. Each step is demonstrated to students, followed by time to copy what has been taught. Students will learn: filling in, rendering clothes and flesh, 23 carat gold leafing, and varnishing. In addition, students will gain familiarity with ruling pens and ruling pen compasses, and information on preparation of panels for painting.

Centre Staff Members:Philip Zimmerman,
Cost:          775  CDN includes supplies, accommodation, meals
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
SUMMER STILLNESS-A RETREAT FOR WOMEN - Kathryn McMorrow
8/20/2010 - 8/22/2010
Friday, 7 PM check-in to Sunday after lunch


Give yourself an opportunity to relax and re-energize through a combination of personal reflection, listening partners and group discussion balanced by quiet times for prayer and meditative activities: walking the labyrinth, mandalas, body prayer and time in nature. Meals can be taken in silence or in conversation. Our theme: what does it mean to be spiritual in the 21st Century? For more information, e-mail Kathryn at innovationsca@yahoo.ca Registration is through Mount Carmel.

Centre Staff Members:Kathryn McMorrow,
Cost:          325  CDN ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
MEANING AND DIRECTION:DISCERNMENT IN EVERYDAY LIFE
8/23/2010 - 8/27/2010
Monday afternoon check-in, dinner at 5:30 PM to Friday after lunch


Whether you are facing major changes and decisions or simply wish to examine the choices you make on a daily basis that take you away from or bring you closer to who you are called to be, this may be the retreat for you. We will draw on our rich tradition of spiritual direction from Ignatius of Loyola, Teresa of Avila and other mystics as well as psychological insights from Carl Jung, Roberto Assagioli, John Monbourquette. You will have the opportunity to learn and use tools that have proven helpful in the discernment process. We will also examine the effects of past woundedness and how discernment can be a healing process. This is not a silent retreat. Input sessions will be balanced by meditative activities, and periods of silence for prayer and reflection. Meals can be taken in silence or in conversation. Participants will be invited to personalize this retreat to meet their needs. For more information, e-mail Kathryn at innovationsca@yahoo.ca Registration is through Mount Carmel.

Centre Staff Members:Kathryn McMorrow,
Cost:          500  CDN with $50 non-refundable deposit due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
LORD, LET ME SEE AGAIN - Fr. Martin Nyland
8/27/2010 - 8/29/2010
Friday check-in before 7 PM to Sunday lunch


The blind man sitting at the gates of Jericho once saw and longed to “see again.” Intuitively we know that we do not love ourselves as deeply as we would like and once did, perhaps a long time ago. The struggle for self-esteem, inner peace, to truly “see” and love ourselves as God does is, perhaps, a core struggle and longing of the human heart. Blocks of anger, shame, fear, self-judgement and sadness are seemingly impossible to break through. How do these negative emotions impede you from having an authentic, abiding, deep and awesome relationship with your self and with your God? When we soften and release these protective walls and allow God’s abundant grace to flow in, our personal relationship with God can become rich beyond words. Fr. Martin Nyland B.A., M. Div., EFT III, will help you explore the purpose, the challenge, the power and the gift of emotions. Fr. Martin is a top-trained EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) expert and Practitioner. EFT is a widely used healing modality employed worldwide with remarkable success. Join us for discovery, reflection, prayer and group application of EFT for a truly inspiring weekend. Come to experience a much deeper place of emotional freedom and authentic self love so that your friendship with God may be profoundly enriched.


Centre Staff Members:Martin Nyland, B.A., M.Div., EFT III (Ultimate Practitioner),
Cost:          325  CDN with $50 non-refundable deposit due at time of registration
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.
12 STEP SPIRITUALITY FROM A WOMAN'S PERSPECTIVE-Kathryn McMorrow
8/27/2010 - 8/29/2010
Friday, 7 PM check-in to Sunday after lunch
Open to all women who are members of a 12-step group.
You are invited to give yourself a time of renewal - body, mind and spirit - in the tranquil and welcoming atmosphere of Mount Carmel. The theme this year is Spirituality and Self-Esteem and how to liberate those aspects of ourselves damaged and distorted by addiction. There will be time for integration through a variety of optional activities. Special emphasis will be on the 11th Step of prayer and meditation, with the opportunity for 12-Step meetings. For more information, e-mail Kathryn at innovationsca@yahoo.ca Registration is through Mount Carmel.

Centre Staff Members:Kathryn McMorrow,
Cost:          220  CDN ($50 non-refundable deposit at time of registration)
Advanced Registration and prepayment requested.