Taken on the grounds of Queen's House. September 10, 2022. Photo: Sarah Donnelly | |
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR UPCOMING EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
We look forward to seeing you soon!
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Bike-A-Thon 2022
Queen’s House will be hosting our 20th Annual Bike-a-thon entitled “Walk & Roll!” We welcome all members of our community to participate as a participant or sponsor. The Bike-a-thon begins September 1 and concludes at sundown on the last day of summer, September 22.
We will wrap things up with a ‘Come and Go’ gathering designed to celebrate our efforts; join us here at Queen’s House on Thursday, September 22 from 3:30 – 5:30 pm. There is no need to register for this celebration, just pop in if you can!
For more information, sponsorship forms, etc. please visit:
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Beautiful Writing
CALLIGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS
A WORKSHOP OFFERED AT QUEEN'S HOUSE
- WELCOMING 8 - 16 PARTICIPANTS
Registration deadline: Wednesday September 21
Friday September 23
1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
with Lois Siemens
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This series is sneaking up on us! October will be here before we know it.
Register soon!
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Did Jesus Practice What He Preached?
A CHRIST-CENTERED LOOK AT THE BEATITUDES
A RETREAT SERIES OFFERED ON ZOOM
RECORDINGS WILL BE SENT TO ALL THOSE WHO REGISTER
Wednesdays,
October 5, 12 & 19
2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
repeated
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
with Sr. Teresita Kambeitz OSU
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22 OF 43 BEDROOMS ALREADY SPONSORED! | |
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It's time to freshen up our bedrooms at Queen's House with new curtains! You can help by donating toward the $100/room budget.
Visit our donation page below and select "Curtains" in the drop-down menu, or send us a cheque marked "Curtains" to Queen's House Retreat & Renewal Centre, 601 Taylor Street West, Saskatoon SK S7M 0C9.
It's Curtains for Queen's House - join in the fun!
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Near Death Experiences
HOPE, HYPOXIA AND HYPOTHESES
A WORKSHOP OFFERED ON ZOOM
Saturday October 15
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CST/MDT
with Rev. David Maginley
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'Mother of Tenderness,' written by Anna Mycyk. Participants will be writing this icon during this retreat.
Only 1 more spot available for this retreat!
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Iconography Retreat
FIVE DAYS OF CREATIVITY AND PRAYER
A RETREAT OFFERED AT QUEEN'S HOUSE
- WELCOMING 10 PARTICIPANTS
Monday October 17 - Friday October 21
with Anna Mycyk and Gisele Bauche
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Bereaved Caregivers
LIVING THROUGH LOSS
A SUPPORT GROUP OFFERED AT QUEEN'S HOUSE
- WELCOMING 5-7 PARTICIPANTS
Wednesdays,
October 26 - November 30
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
with Brenda Gibbs
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Sacred Rhythms
ARRANGING OUR LIVES
FOR SPIRITUAL TRANSFORMATION
A TEN-PART SERIES OFFERED ONCE A MONTH AT A HOME IN THE BRIARWOOD AREA OF SASKATOON
Sundays, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
October 30, 2022 - May 28, 2023
with Dianne Mantyka
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Welcoming 2 more participants before this retreat is full | |
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Transitions
YOUR JOURNEY OF TRANSFORMATION
THROUGH GRIEF AND LOSS
A RETREAT OFFERED AT QUEEN'S HOUSE
- WELCOMING 6-9 PARTICIPANTS
Thursday November 3, 7:00 p.m. -
Sunday November 6, 1:00 p.m.
with Sarah Donnelly
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Centering Prayer
IN-PERSON AND ONLINE GATHERINGS
EVERY MONDAY EVENING
7:00 - 8:15 p.m. CST
with Ana Gheyssen and Dave Henderson
Registration deadline: noon on Monday prior to each event
| There is no fee to participate in these Centering Prayer gatherings. If you would like to support the ministry of Queen's House, please use the 'Donate' button below. | |
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR OUR WINTER PROGRAMS!
additional information and registration links will be posted soon
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Holy Yoga Retreat
A RETREAT OFFERED AT QUEEN'S HOUSE
IN-PERSON AND ON ZOOM
Saturday November 19
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. CST
with Diane Waldbillig and Elaine Zakreski
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Our Advent Journey
A RETREAT OFFERED AT QUEEN'S HOUSE
IN-PERSON AND ON ZOOM
Saturday November 26
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. CST
with Sr. Teresita Kambeitz OSU
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Occasionally, or on a regular basis, Queen's House enters into a partnership with groups in the wider community who look forward to offering their conferences at our lovely retreat centre. Below is a list of these 'partner programs' and registration links will be added as they become available. | | |
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Knights of Columbus
Brothers' Keepers Gathering
Tuesday October 11
7:00 a.m.
Please contact Brendan Bitz, 306-242-1916 x225 for details and to RSVP. This in-person gathering of men occurs on the
second Tuesday of each month at Queen's House.
Cost: donations to Queen's House gratefully received.
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Rotary Club of Saskatoon Meewasin
Mondays, 7:00 a.m.
Open to the public - all are most welcome. Contact Art Postle with inquiries or to RSVP for this breakfast meeting: postle@sasktel.net
website: https://www.meewasinrotary.org/
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“In our world full of strangers, estranged from their own past, culture and country, from their neighbors, friends and family, from their deepest self and their God, we witness a painful search for a hospitable place where life can be lived without fear and where community can be found.” (Henri Nouwen)
The Catholic Health Association of Saskatchewan aims to answer the call for hospitable places, and this year's Convention will offer support, encouragement and tools to help make that possible.
All are most welcome. If you are interested in exploring the spirituality of hospitality in relation to healthcare, and all of its' unique challenges and invitations, please consider participating in this convention.
Thursday October 27, 5:00 p.m. - Friday October 28, 4:30 p.m.
Queen's House Retreat & Renewal Centre
Keynote Speaker: Ron Rolheiser OMI
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Early-Bird fees available until October 18. Registration deadline: October 24. | |
The Stillness Chapel, Queen's House.
Photo: Grant Martin
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Are you searching for support on your
spiritual journey?
| Trained spiritual directors (companions/mentors) are available to journey alongside you, either in person, or on-line. To learn more please visit our spiritual direction page here
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Olive Branch
Marriage and Family Ministry
We accompany individuals and couples in a non‑judgmental posture that invites healing and transformation as they navigate conflict
in their relationships.
Olive Branch Ministry is supported by the Oblates, and their office is located at Queen's House Retreat & Renewal Centre
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Pastoral Counselling with Madeline Oliver
Focus: Marital Conflict / Separation and Divorce
Sometimes you simply need a safe place to talk.
I provide a listening ear, non-judgmental feedback, and an openness to talk about your relationship with God.
Fees: Free consultation; $85.00 session
No one will be turned away for financial reasons.
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Zoom Hosts Wanted!
As we continue to offer many programs on zoom, occasionally we are in need of additional zoom hosts. Skills would include starting/recording meetings, sharing screens, showing PP slides and video, spotlighting speakers, using the Chat, and offering basic tech training to participants when needed. If you have these skills and are interested in assisting Queen's House in offering retreats and workshops online as a zoom host, please email Sarah Donnelly, programming@queenshouse.org.
Thank you for considering this invitation!
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A Prayer for Ukraine
God of peace and justice, we pray for the people of Ukraine. We pray for peace and the laying down of weapons. We pray for all those who fear for tomorrow, that your spirit of comfort would draw near to them. We pray for those with power over war or peace: for wisdom, discernment, and compassion to guide their decisions. Above all, we pray for all your precious children at risk and in fear - for the victims and the victimizers. We know you hold all people in your love. We pray in the name of Jesus, the Prince of Peace. Amen.
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Greetings from Queen's House Retreat and Renewal Centre! | Welcome to our electronic newsletter - our way to stay in touch with you, and keep you informed about the various programs, events and other opportunities we are offering. For more than 60 years Queen's House Retreat and Renewal Centre has been providing "sacred space" to many people. A place of hospitality, beauty and quiet, Queen's House welcomes you, whether you are coming for some quiet time by yourself, or meeting with a group of people. All are most welcome! | |
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Current COVID-19 Guidance: Masks are encouraged for all our indoor common spaces. Physical distancing and hand sanitizing remain considerations. Monitor your personal health - if you feel ill, please stay home.
All our staff are fully COVID vaccinated.
We are a scent-free facility.
Thank you for helping us to keep everyone as healthy as possible.
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ROOTS AND WINGS
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
The goal of this capital campaign is to attain $100,000 to match the financial support that we are currently receiving from the religious community who founded and operates Queen's House, the Oblates of Mary Immaculate, and more specifically, our Oblate Lacombe Canada province, through their practical and expressed support for retreat ministry. The funds that we collect through our Roots & Wings Capital Campaign assist us with the ongoing repairs, upgrading and maintenance work of our facility, technology, sound and infrastructure needs.
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We are pleased to share with you the excellent programs that are being offered by other retreat centres, schools and individuals...enjoy! | |
QUEEN'S HOUSE RETREAT AND RENEWAL CENTRE
601 Taylor Street West
Saskatoon SK Canada S7M 0C9
306-242-1916 - www.queenshouse.org
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