Mount Carmel is home to the Canadian National Shrine to Saint Thérèse of Lisieux.
Mass available Monday- Friday at 11:15am
Meet The Team
Presenter
Kathryn McMorrow
Kathryn has Masters degrees in Clinical Psychology and in Religious Studies and a graduate diploma in Human Relations and Family Life. She is also trained in Spiritual Direction. Based in Montreal, she has done social justice work throughout the Americas, Australia and South Africa, giving workshops and retreats in English, French and Spanish.
For more information email questions to Kathryn at innovationsca@yahoo.ca
Presenter
Patricia Rocco
Patricia Rocco is a spiritual director in the Ignation tradition (Jesuit), and is an aspirant with the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites (OCDS). As well, she is actively involved in prison ministry. Patricia has a background in theology, education, theatre and visual arts. She brings those elements of her education and experience to the work that she does at Mount Carmel.
Patricia holds an MDiv from Trinity College, University of Toronto (2024), and is a graduate of Brock University (BAHon and BEd) and the University of Alberta (MFA). She worked as an arts educator in Hamilton for 26 years and lives in the Niagara Region
Presenter
Sharon Soderholm
Sharon has been formed in a variety of faith traditions, including Ukrainian Catholic, Presbyterian, and Ignatian Spirituality. She is energized by exploring the intersection of the arts and contemplative Christian practices, as a means of experiencing the love of God and the flourishing of the imagination.
As a registered social worker, she has been a therapist in private practice for almost 30 years. Recently trained in spiritual direction, Sharon brings all these gifts to her love of accompanying others as they journey into wholeness.
Sharon is an avid reader, knitter, tennis player, yoga enthusiast, and artist. She also receives great joy from being a mom and partner.
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Presenter
Cathy Hardy
Cathy is a spiritual director, retreat facilitator, and founder of Soul Care ®, offering courses in spiritual formation and direction. A facilitator of soul work for the past two decades, Cathy is also the author of four books: Love Breathes With Me (2018), Walk With Me (2020), and Love Breathes With Me II (2022), and Pause; A Year of Soulful Meditation (2023). Cathy has led retreats through Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre the past seven years.
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In addition to her passion for guiding others in their spiritual growth, Cathy is also a poet and award-winning singer-songwriter, her most recent album released in 2021 called the Unfinished Song.
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Cathy is the proud mom of two adult daughters and she lives in Mission, B.C. among the mountains, rivers, and forests.
More about Cathy at:
Cathyajhardy.com
Soulcare.ca
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Presenter
Anita Djurkovic
Anita is a devoted and compassionate Christian minister, is accredited as a multi-faith officiant in Ontario, and blends empathy and professionalism in pastoral care. Her heart lies in creating beautiful spaces where the Holy Spirit's presence can be felt, especially during spiritual retreats and community gatherings. Driven by a deep love for community and the joy of being with people, she nurtures their spiritual journeys in the company of the divine.
Anita believes that it is a true honour to serve her community, whether she is presiding at funerals, on call as a spiritual care visitor for those in need, or offering comfort to the ill, the dying, and their families. With a life and resume that reads like an action movie, she has had the privilege of working alongside the most dedicated souls while battling homelessness, hunger, and substance dependence. She considers providing spiritual support across organizations, hospitals, nursing homes, funeral homes, and churches a call from God. She now embraces the true privilege of blending all of these experiences with her love for contemplative practice, holding space for community, and delighting in the beauty of creating retreats and group events.
Ten years of experience in pastoral care and discipleship enable her to support individuals with sensitivity and practicality. As an active funeral minister, she provides compassionate spiritual support and creates personalized ceremonies to meet different family needs. Additionally, Anita mentors others and serves as a spiritual retreat coordinator, guest preacher, and interfaith workshop facilitator. Furthermore, Anita served as the Retreat coordinator and Co-Head of the Divinity Class at Trinity College (University of Toronto) and will graduate with an MTS in 2026. Previous education includes Trauma-Informed Coaching (2023), Interfaith Leadership at the University of Toronto (2022), Spiritual Formation at Tyndale (2020), EFM Mentor Training (2018), and Child, Youth, and Family Ministry Certificate from Renison College (2017).
"Love is found in action, and we are Christ's hands and feet on earth." St. Teresa of Avila
Presenter
Anna Racine
Anna, Adjunct Faculty at Mount Carmel Spiritual Centre is a life long resident of Niagara Falls, Ontario. Anna is active in Parish Ministry at St. Thomas More Catholic Church as the Ministry Lead of Children, Youth and Family Programs, member of Pastoral Council and ministers on the St. Thomas More Parish Bereavement Team.
Anna presents unique and enriching Workshop and Retreat experiences to address various topics and interests and creates personalized Workshops and Retreats. What started out as a personal journey and weekend Workshop has grown into offering transformative Workshops and Retreats that have changed lives.
Anna is a Facilitator of Grief and Healing Support Programs in the Niagara Region. Anna also has experience in providing Days of Reflection, Prayer and Spiritual Growth and Development. As a Spiritual Director Anna brings her kind and compassionate manner in supporting others along their faith journey.
​Anna was awarded the Niagara Catholic Award of Distinction for her 20 years of volunteer service with the Niagara Catholic District School Board and in Parish Ministry. and received the City of Niagara Falls Volunteer Award for her many hours of community involvement.
More about Anna at:
annaracine.org
Presenter
Beth Woelk
Beth is adjunct faculty at Mt. Carmel Spiritual Centre, Spiritual Director, Retreat Facilitator, and Teacher. She is passionate about creating welcoming, safe, and brave spaces for spiritual discovery, transformation, and growth. She loves to accompany others in integrating faith and spiritual practices into everyday life in ways that allow our intentions and actions to flow out of Love rather than fear.
Beth’s own spirituality is shaped by her devotion to the Way of Jesus, by daily contemplative practices flowing out of a variety of traditions including Celtic, Desert, and Ignatian streams, by life shared in community, and by the Earth and her seasons. At home in the Niagara Region, she loves to hike local trails, read, grow veggies, and gather family and friends around her table.
Beth has deep roots in the Anabaptist tradition and has served as a church planter and pastor in the Mennonite Church of Eastern Canada. She has rich experience working with leaders and faith communities during times of change and discernment. It is with great joy that Beth serves as a Spiritual Director and Spiritual Formation Circle Facilitator for Soul Care®, a growing community founded by Cathy AJ Hardy. She is also Associate Director and Faculty member for the Soul Care Spiritual Direction Training Program. Her work is trauma-informed and committed to ecumenism, diversity, and inclusion.
More about Beth at :
www.bethwoelk.com
