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Barbara writes this:
"I first came to Loyola House by way of my husband Peter (now deceased). I became part of the early Christian Life Community (CLC), established by John English SJ and Peter. My involvement with Loyola continued in various forms after that. I was trained to be a spiritual director and became a guest director for a number of years. Peter and I worked on the Ecology Project team headed by Jim Profit SJ. Our team developed and led an 8-day ecology retreat for several years. Wonderful memories abound from that time.
I also joined the board (in its development) and eventually became Chair of the IJC board for a number of years. I think in total I was on the board for about 16 years in its various forms. This was a challenging, but very enriching time for me. I am eternally grateful for this opportunity. The people I met over the years filled my life with a richness that I honour to this day.
I have also made many retreats…. mostly 8-day… another one coming up this summer /24!!!
To say that Loyola House and IJC changed my life is an understatement. It has transformed, enriched and enlivened my life. I CANNOT imagine where I would be today without the wonder, people, friends and experiences I have had because of my time there.
I am, and will always, be immensely grateful for the life of our Sacred Jewel on the edge of Guelph."
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