Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025Mass starts at 11 am at St. John Chrysostom Church in Arnprior, with Most Reverend Michael Brehl, C.Ss.R., Bishop of Pembroke presiding. Reception to follow in the church hall. More information to come soon!

Centered in Hope We Celebrate our 50th Anniversary 1975-2025

Join us for a luncheon tea to celebrate spring. Date: Thursday, May 8, 2025, Noon – 2 pm Menu: Scones with Jam, Spinach & Mushroom Quiche, Mandarin Salad, Lemon Coffee Cake Cost: $22 per person, Reservations are closed but a few spaces are available. Please join us on Thursday.

Join the author of Cup of Light! Inspiration and Reflection Along the Spiritual Path, Karen Lahaise for another illuminating retreat.  Together, we will follow a day of sunlight, as we reflect on Divine Presence throughout the phases of life. Drawing on inspiration from writing, nature, and creativity, we will be immersed in silence and sharing from our own cups of … Read More!

Gather at Galilee Centre the annual summer 7 Day Directed Retreat. Our chapel, lounge and beautiful grounds provide prayerful spaces and the labyrinth and land itself offer you new opportunities to discover God’s presence in all things. Retreat in an environment of silence, as part of a praying community discerning the ways of God through … Read More!

Join us at the historic Galilee Centre on the Ottawa River for a Writers in Residence program.
Take an opportunity to learn from published authors, meet other local writers, and set aside time to write!

Date: Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 1 pm – 4 pmCost: $10 per person, children 6 & under free Enjoy strawberry shortcake, coffee, tea, and lemonade in the historic Galilee dining room or screened in patio overlooking the Ottawa River. No reservations required, pay at the door, debit available. Entrance will be through the entry on … Read More!

The monthly Eucharist is held the third Saturday of each month at 4:00 p.m. in the Oblate Hall, Fr. Richard Kelly, OMI will preside. The next Eucharist service at Galilee Centre will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Everyone is welcome! Please use the basement entrance on the parking lot side of the house, … Read More!