Program Categories Bethlehem Centre Programs Archive

When: November 16, 2025 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.

2025 Winter Solstice: A Night of Reflection & Light

December 20, 2025

Bethlehem Centre

Join us for “A Night of Reflection and Light”, a magical evening of reflection, shared contemplation and connection in support of Bethlehem Centre on Westwood Lake.

2025 Winter Solstice - Carols, Storytelling & Light up

With Leah Hokanson, Rachel Dunstan Muller and Holly Carnegie Letcher

December 20, 2025

Bethlehem Centre

The Full Solstice Experience ~ Carols, Stories, Chilli, Labyrinth Light up 4:00-5:15 PM Traditional Carol Singing and Solstice Chants (Chapel) Begin the evening with traditional carols & simple chants to celebrate solstice with Leah. 5:15-5:30PM Storytelling (Chapel) Weaving history, myth, and magic into exquisite wondertales with Storyteller, Rachel. 5:30-6:30 PM – Chili Supper (Main Dining […]

2025 Winter Solstice Labyrinth Light up Walk

With Holly Carnegie Letcher

December 20, 2025

Bethlehem Centre

Light up the Night ~ Lantern Making, Labyrinth Walk 4:00 PM – Lantern Making (Shepherd Hall) Create your own lantern to light the labyrinth, symbolizing renewal and connection. Bring your creation home or contribute it to this magical evening. 4:30-5:30 PM – Labyrinth Light-up Walk (Labyrinth) Join the illuminated labyrinth walk of the evening with […]

BCIMS: Letting Go and Opening to Possibilities

With Rachel Lewis and Kristina Baré

December 28, 2025 - January 2, 2026

Bethlehem Centre

A year-end silent retreat to release burdens, deepen mindfulness, and welcome clarity, ease, and new possibilities through guided practice.

Winter Retreat into Silence 2026

With Nan Goodship and Murray Groom

January 11 - 18, 2026

Bethlehem Centre

A silent retreat is a time to rest and discern, an opportunity to be alone in a supportive community, in nature, and to deepen your spiritual journey.

Introduction to Self-Compassion for Shame

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

January 24, 2026

Online

Shame arises from judgment and withdrawal, but self compassion helps heal it. This three hour introductory workshop builds understanding and gentle coping skills.

The Five Seals of Dharma Cultivating Profound Compassion and Blazing Wisdom

With Lama Mark Webber (Lama Yongdu Chokyi Gyaltsen)

January 25 - 28, 2026

Chapel

The retreat explores five essential Buddhist understandings through teachings and meditation with Lama Mark Webber, offering residential, commuter, and online participation options.

The Five Seals of Dharma Cultivating Profound Compassion and Blazing Wisdom (Program Only)

With Lama Mark Webber (Lama Yongdu Chokyi Gyaltsen)

January 25 - 28, 2026

Chapel

Island Dharma Presents: There are five key understandings of Buddha Dharma. They are like “seals - proclamations of completeness in understanding the ground of all our experience. The seals are the heart of all Buddhist study, practice, meditation and contemplation. If we keep deeply listening, studying, contemplating, meditating, and we keep clearing up doubts and […]

The Five Seals of Dharma Cultivating Profound Compassion and Blazing Wisdom (Virtual Streaming Option)

With Lama Mark Webber (Lama Yongdu Chokyi Gyaltsen)

January 25 - 28, 2026

Chapel

A silent retreat focused on self-compassion, meditation, reflection, Dharma talks, and mindfulness to support healing, wisdom, and inner peace.

The Attitude of Gratitude: A One-Day Meditation Retreat for Seniors

With Ralph Frank

January 28, 2026

Shepherd's Hall

A seniors’ retreat cultivating gratitude, mindfulness, and presence through meditation, gentle movement, reflection, and community, with optional follow-up classes.

Alchemy of Her: Women's Retreat

With Lynne Carroll and Brittany Murray

February 13 - 15, 2026

Bethlehem Centre

Alchemy of Her is a women’s retreat blending Kundalini Yoga, Cha Dao Tea Ceremony, massage, and nature for rest, clarity, and inner awakening.

Mindful Self-Compassion Training Intensive

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

March 5 - 9, 2026

Bethlehem Centre

Book now and get CAD $125.00 off listed prices. Offer valid until Dec 31, 2025.

Mindful Self-Compassion is a training program that helps individuals respond to challenges with kindness and resilience. We will combine exercises, meditations, and group discussions to build self-compassion skills, emotional strength, and authentic connections.

Self-Compassion for Shame: 6 Week Online Training

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

March 16 - April 20, 2026

Online

Shame is a universal, painful emotion rooted in the need to be loved, and self-compassion helps transform it safely.

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.

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.

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.