Bethlehem Centre Programs

These programs are hosted by Bethlehem Centre, are posted on the website, the program link is shared.
There are different revenue agreements with teachers/group leaders/facilitators:
Type 1 – program fees paid to the leaders; Type 2 – split fees

Bursary Application

Open Dates
Labyrinth

Naz Guest House (F26)

Flexible Dates

Bringing Poems to Life

With Mary Ann Moore

March 21, 2026
Shepherd's Hall
We’ll celebrate World Poetry Day, exploring poetry’s gifts, reading, writing, and finding the sacred in everyday life.

Mindful Self-Discovery: the Hakomi Practice of Non-Verbal Communication

With Marcia Burton, RCC and Hakomi Trainer

March 29, 2026
View Room
Emotional understanding deepens when we look beyond words. Mindful awareness of unconscious non-verbal cues fosters insight, connection, and compassionate relating.

The A.R.T. of Inner Peace: 7-Week Class for Seniors

With Ralph Frank

April 2 - May 14, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
A gentle 7-week program guiding seniors in mindfulness, gratitude, and inner calm through meditation, reflection, movement, and supportive community.

BCS 2025 AGM Meeting (zoom)

April 5, 2026

When: January 25, 2026 2:00-3:30PM Where: Zoom (link provided upon registration) What: Bethlehem Centre Society Annual General Meeting. Why: To review the fiscal 2025 year, receive the financial statements as presented and approve the 2026 Board of Directors slate.  

Spring Retreat into Silence 2026

With Murray Groom and Nan Goodship

April 7 - 10, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
Experience four days of intentional silence at Bethlehem Centre, guided contemplative practices, spiritual direction, and peaceful reflection in supportive community.

Spring Away Retreat: Bodhichitta Centre

With Gen Kelsang Zopa

April 10 - 14, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
A spring retreat exploring how to live fully in the present moment, honoring our precious human life through Buddhist wisdom and practice.

Harmonic Presence: Music of the Spheres of Being

With David Hykes

April 24 - 26, 2026
Chapel
Harmonic Presence helps participants awaken to universal sound, cultivate compassion, awareness, and harmony through silent listening, meditation, chanting, and communal practice.

In Memory of Carol Matthews: Walking the Path of Wisdom (Event by donation)

With Holly Carnegie Letcher

May 2, 2026
Oak Room

You are invited (free event)! Please join us at the Bethlehem Centre Outdoor Labyrinth for World Labyrinth Day on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026. We will walk "As One at 1 pm", joining together with thousands of others around the globe, with the intentions for world peace and planetary healing. This event is open to the […]

In Memory of Carol Matthews: Guided outdoor Labyrinth walk (free)

May 2, 2026
Oak Room

You are invited (free event)! The Finger Labyrinths at Bethlehem Centre have been touched by countless journeys of reflection, healing, and quiet discovery. Please join us as we gather to honour the life and legacy of Carol Matthews, whose work, writing, and community leadership helped shape the heart of the Centre and its labyrinth traditions. […]

In Memory of Carol Matthews: Reflection on Carol Matthews’ life and legacy

May 2, 2026
Oak Room

You are invited! The Finger Labyrinths at Bethlehem Centre have been touched by countless journeys of reflection, healing, and quiet discovery. Please join us as we gather to honour the life and legacy of Carol Matthews, whose work, writing, and community leadership helped shape the heart of the Centre and its labyrinth traditions. Carol spent […]

Celebrating Our Sacred Universe

With Maureen A. Wild, SC and Leah Hokanson

May 3, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
Spring day retreat exploring sacred Earth and cosmos through mystical teachings, reflection, music, conversation, gentle movement, and communion with nature.

Summer Retreat into Silence

With Nan Goodship and Murray Groom

July 12 - 17, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
A silent retreat for experienced seekers to deepen spiritual practice through guidance, reflection, and nature.
Hands holding flower petals

Summer Touchstone: a 1/2 day Silent Retreat

With Victoria Pawlowski M.Ed., R.C.C.

July 19, 2026
View Room
Experience a peaceful half-day retreat at Bethlehem Centre to nurture your mind, body, and spirit through mindfulness, self-compassion, and reflective practices.

BCIMS - Meditation Retreat Aug 2026

August 15 - 22, 2026

old - BC Program Template

March 17 - 20, 2032
Bethlehem Centre

BCS Template - Loyal Program

April 12 - 13, 2032

BCS Template - Collaboration (Online) Program

April 12 - 13, 2032

BCS Template - Facilitator Program

April 12 - 13, 2032

BCS Template - Collaboration Program

April 12 - 13, 2032