"There is a love that fills the universe so completely and richly that it is impossible to separate from itself.
It is a holiness, a blessed everlastingness,
that is indivisible and so sweet.
You will never see or comprehend it, or pin it down,
but it gives of itself without thinking, like the warm light of the sun in the morning."
Meister Eckhart
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Our mission as a spirituality centre continues to be "To encourage individuals and groups to explore and restore the energies needed for personal, communal, and world transformation."
"This is by far the most beautiful, comfortable, peaceful, spiritual, healing place I have ever had the privilege to stay… it feels as if there aren’t enough words!" Cathy M.
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Nov. 1-3, Nov. 23-27, Dec 6-8 |
Silent Retreats
Take time on the beautiful shores of Lake Simcoe to rest and receive the gifts of silence waiting for you. Come breathe and just be. Private room, home-cooked meals and spiritual direction are offered as part of these days.
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
We invite you to drop by on Friday and over the weekend to spend time to plant, to reflect, and to remember…
The sacred space of forest which includes the Peace Pole, Sisters in Spirit Cairn, and Labyrinth now has a
New Beginnings Garden (formerly Memory) to the right of the Peace Pole near the entrance.
Parking available on the street and inside the gate. Bulbs, tools, watering can are available for your use.
If you wish, bring your own bulbs. No registration needed.
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Knitting Volunteers welcome! |
For those who have enjoyed the cozy warmth from among the myriad of homemade slippers in the baskets at Edgar House's front door - we have the pattern for you! Whether you'd like to knit some for yourself, for gifts, or even if you'd like to drop some off to Maryholme (we are in need of size small & mediums) you might enjoy this project during the coming fall evenings... |
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Guided Retreat: Spiritual Eldering
"Spiritual Eldering" is a wide-open claiming of the experience and wisdom of one's own life. It is particularly helpful to collect ones' own personal history when reaching the sixties and seventies. There is a depth of inner presence to oneself and one's life that doesn't emerge until that time. When we boldly claim all that we have experienced as wisdom, both painful and joyful, we offer back to life and those who know us a rare gift of vibrant life. Through reflection questions, writing and meditation, you will recognize your own wisdom as gift received and given.
Private or shared room, home-cooked meals.
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"Every creature is a mirror of divinity."
Hildegard of Bingen
1098-1179
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The fall season at Maryholme has been off to a wonderful start with the planting of a beautiful Columnar White Pine on National Tree Day, complete with a team of laughter, blessings, prayers and song... just a lovely afternoon! |
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The refreshing of the front gate forest area with beautifying landscaping and new signage welcomes anyone, anytime, to this forested sanctuary to come reflect, pray, give thanks, and just be...
Autumn blessings to you all from the Maryholme team.
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Remember to Remember
This is what Old Man said to me one time. He was speaking of ceremony, of the act of bringing myself closer to Creator, returning myself to innocence, my original power.
Remember to remember.
He meant for me, throughout my day, to recall that I've taken the time to pray, to give thanks, to ask for a return to humility.
Remember to remember.
When I do that, everyone and everything becomes the beneficiary.
It's a good teaching - as long as I remember.
Richard Wagamese
Embers - One Ojibway's Meditations
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If you can't be with us this fall, but would like to experience the stillness and sounds of our labyrinth, then this 23-minute virtual walk will show you why we hold this space for you...
This is for you.
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"What if we acknowledged, in each interaction with ourselves and with others, the eternal, beautiful interconnected energy that flows between us?
What if we recognized our equality and celebrated our differences?
Imagine how the world could be."
Vironika Tugaleva
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Come spend time in this sacred space. Rest, reflect and re-focus in an atmosphere of beauty, peace and solitude on the beautiful shores of Lake Simcoe.
Dease and Blackbird Cabins plus Fensom Cottage are available for personal retreats. Edgar House is available for group retreats on the weekends and for weekday corporate/ministerial/educational groups. Wifi accessible in all buildings.
Spiritual direction is available upon request.
for availability.
We accept and prefer e-transfers. However, if you are mailing in payment via snail mail, please note our new mailing address is: Loretto Maryholme Spirituality Centre, 379A Bouchier Street, Keswick, ON L4P 3C8. Thank you.
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"Really appreciated all the chairs sprinkled across the property to settle in... all the environmental things - cloth serviettes, wholesome food..."
"The experience was wonderful. I'd describe it as being at peace, feeling happy, grounded, full of joy, and closer to Creator God and all creation."
"Heaven on earth! Thanks!"
"First time here after hearing about it from others. Loved the 'easy flow' that seemed to surround the whole setting. Felt very welcomed and 'at home'. Thank you."
"In this sacred space I have found sanctuary and a spiritual home. There are simply not enough words of gratitude. I am blessed to walk on Holy Ground, and go forth in deep Peace."
"No other place is like "heaven on earth" as Loretto Maryholme...like "heaven on earth" the attention to detail and reverence to nature and beauty is second to none. The cabin was truly a sanctuary, so well-equipped, thoughtfully designed and kept. I feel the prayers and beauty everywhere!"
"This is my second visit and & was excited to come. The experience begins coming down the driveway. Beauty, quiet, nicest of welcome. All accommodations thought of. Great food, exceptional facilitation... lots of space for silence. I truly love this place & will surely be back. It is compassionate & an oasis where souls can rest & heal."
"Loved it! My stay was very peaceful, restful, and spiritual. Thank you for this space."
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Find your centre at our Centre. Come and see ... |
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Tel. 905.476.4013
© Loretto Maryholme Spirituality Centre 2021
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Regular Office Hours:
Weekdays 9am-12pm,
afternoons by chance.
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