Retreat Dates: October 26th-29th, 2026 (3 nights)
Guides: Susan and Tim Kehoe
Click here to register online or call the Galilee office at 613-623-4242 x 21.
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Come away, come pause awhile in the silence of community prayer, in the silence of nature, in the silence of the heart.
In the heart of Autumn’s abundance.
Silence will be our teacher during these days of solitude in the land, forest and shoreline of Galilee retreat Centre.
You are invited to set time apart to enter the silent land of Divine Mystery, allowing for inward-facing, heart-opening spaciousness. Held in the companioning presence of each other we will “sit in the tension of the Dark and the Light in ourselves and in our world”.
We will come together Monday October 26th at supper with conversation, with an introduction to our theme, and guidance into the Silence of the days ahead, then move into the deep time only Silence can give us.
Our days will offer spaciousness in which to rest, journal, reflect and listen to the Holy. There will be ample time to walk the land of Galilee, walking meditation in the earth labyrinth or indoor canvas labyrinth, art table, balancing our time in sitting meditation and contemplative prayer.
Though Centering prayer is our root practice, those following other silent prayer practices are welcome.
Registration Fees:
Single Private Room: $545 (includes 3 nights accommodation, 9 meals, program fees)
Shared Room (2 beds): $445 (includes 3 nights shared accommodations, 9 meals, program fees)
Commuter: $245 (includes 9 meals, program fees)
Partial bursaries are available – please inquire with Susan Kehoe: SusanKehoe15@gmail.com.
Susan Kehoe has been engaged in contemplative retreat design and facilitation for over 25 years including over 15 years of retreat facilitation at Galilee Centre. A trained spiritual director with a particular interest in Contemplative practice, whether it is Centering Prayer, Mindfulness meditation, yoga or bird watching. A Certified Veriditas labyrinth facilitator and Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach Eastern Ontario . Susan tends a walking meditation path in her garden labyrinth, writes and is active in exploring how to live a more sustainable life.
Tim Kehoe – In addition to his prior professional work in international development and organizational management, Tim has served as a liturgical musician and composer, theology teacher, retreat facilitator, and on the leadership boards of several voluntary organizations. He has an abiding interest in Christian contemplative practice, Irish history, playing guitar, and the intersection of cultures, inspired by his travel to 40+ countries over the years. Tim is currently serving as Rector of St Thomas the Apostle Anglican Church in Ottawa and on the leadership team of Contemplative Outreach Eastern Ontario.
This retreat is offered in partnership with Contemplative Outreach Eastern Ontario. https://coeo.ca/