Faith Connections

Spiritual Spa - Explore the Art of Seeing

Jean — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:30:29 +0000

Event Date:

February 29, 2012 - 7:00pm

“Giver of the dream….that we may see - ”EXPLORE THE ART OF SEEING

Join us for an evening of exploring the art of seeing through the eye of the photographer, the artist, the story-teller and the meditator.

Interactive sessions begin at 7 p.m. Freewill offering.

Call Mustard at 416-465-6069 for more information.

ECOLOGICAL JUSTICE: The Connection between Catholicism and the Environment

Rob — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:14:08 +0000

Event Date:

March 10, 2012 - 10:00am - 4:00pm

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Development and Peace, the Newman Centre and Faith Connections invite you to a day of Lenten reflection facilitated by Dennis Patrick O'Hara, Ph.D.

The day-long event will feature: large group presentations, small group discussions, opportunity for spiritual reflection, and conclude with celebration of the Mass.

Politicians can't just shed their faith

Rob — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:23:26 +0000

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The Catholic Register writes, "The separation of church and state is a concept engrained in the identity and culture of Western democracy as a means of protecting religion, not eliminating it, according to the Very Rev. Lois Wilson."

"But that definition has become less and less believable, Wilson told a few dozen young adults gathered in downtown Toronto at a Theology on Tap event that questioned what role religion should play in forming the public policy of a secular state."

Windows to Heaven

Rob — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 22:34:53 +0000

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At Theology on Tap on November 28, 2011, Jaroslav Skira, professor of Eastern Christianity at Regis College, discussed icons of Christ and the Theotokos (Mother of Christ). Professor Skira described icons as the illustrated continuation of holy scriptures. They are windows to heaven that communicate holiness and the light of grace. The light from icons is comparable to the light that flowed from Jesus in the Transfiguration.

THEOLOGY ON TAP: Spiritual Resistance in a Concentration Camp

Rob — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 19:26:16 +0000

Event Date:

April 23, 2012 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm

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Join us for an evening of thought-provoking conversation on theological topics!

Special guest: Vera Schiff, a Theresienstadt survivor.

She'll discuss her personal experiences in the Holocaust, and what it meant to "Spiritually Resist" the dehumanizing conditions of a Nazi concentration camp.

Valentine's DANCE SOCIAL

Rob — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:12:42 +0000

Event Date:

February 11, 2012 - 9:00pm

Faith Connections and the Newman Young Adult Ministry invite you to a Valentine's DANCE SOCIAL and Fundraiser! Come out for a Salsa lesson! Tickets: $10. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Employment Opportunity at Faith Connections

Rob — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:54:22 +0000

Vanessa Nicholas-Schmidt will be taking a maternity leave — congratulations, Vanessa and Michael! — so Faith Connections is looking for an interim Program Director for an 11 month full-time contract position.

Theology on Tap ON TOUR at Ryerson

Rob — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 22:29:38 +0000

Event Date:

February 8, 2012 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Faith Connections and the Ryerson Catholic Chaplaincy invite you to join us for an evening of thought-provoking conversation on theological topics!

Special guest: Charles Falzon, Chair of Radio and Television Arts, Ryerson.

We'll discuss the role of faith in a secular world. Does God matter?

SNOWSHOE & PRAYER

Rob — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:47:04 +0000

Event Date:

February 25, 2012 - 12:30pm - 5:00pm

Faith Connections invites young adults (18-39 years) to an afternoon of retreat. Enjoy the beauty of winter at Snowshoe & Prayer!

A DATE TO REMEMBER: Valentine's Edition

Rob — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:36:59 +0000

Event Date:

February 11, 2012 - 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Newman Young Adult Ministry & Faith Connections invite single young adults (18-39 years) to a Catholic Speed Dating evening! It's a chance to get together and meet other Catholics your age in a fun, low-pressure atmosphere.