ONTARIO JUBILEE PROGRAMS

Participants are encouraged to be faithful to their inner life which encompasses mind, heart and body. Together we strive to open ourselves to the world of spirit, while being grounded in our own spiritual practices. Honouring all spiritual traditions and welcoming people from all walks of life, we value compassion and deepening the interior life.

We characterize our Jubilee events and programs as

contemplative, evocative, spacious, embodied, integrative, experiential, and transformative

TWO CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
PHASE I & II

PHASE I – JOURNEY OF THE SOUL

New Cohort begins May 2027

Applications accepted until February 28, 2027

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The format for the next Phase I program is as follows:

In-Person Residency - Five days/Four nights at Jericho House (dates TBA)
Online - 2 days from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET (dates TBA)
Online -2 days from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET (dates TBA)
Online - 2 days from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET (dates TBA)

Journey of the Soul is open to all spiritual seekers. This phase offers a contemplative and dynamic environment in which to explore one’s spirituality, acknowledging each of our unique needs as individuals in community. It is the prerequisite to Phase II, the practicum in spiritual direction.

The first phase invites personal spiritual transformation and opportunities to awaken to the true self.

CONTENT:

Experiencing and learning about self-compassion, deep listening, spiritual practices, discernment, ecological spirituality, dreams, Sabbath rest, and the enneagram.

PROGRAM COMPONENTS:

·      6 all-day retreat days on Zoom and a 4-day retreat with other participants
·      assigned readings and reflection papers
·     silent retreat for three days
·      receive regular spiritual direction
·      participate in a monthly journey group (introduced at the first retreat day)

METHOD:

Experiential learning through creative expression, movement, mindful and reflective self-awareness, and learning from one another.

COST:

$150 non-refundable administration fee due at the time of application (no later than February 28, 2027)
Two installments ($1250 due April 28, 2027, and $1400 due October 28, 2027) for tuition & staff support throughout the program. It includes all course material but not books purchased, payment to a spiritual director, or the cost of the silent retreat. (Some bursary funds may be available.)
Approximately $650 for the cost of meals and lodging for the residency

NEXT INTAKE – May 2027

Application deadline February 28, 2027

For details/to request an Application Form

Phase 1 Log in

“Ontario Jubilee seeks to nurture self-awareness in participants so they may awaken to their potential and share their gifts with the world. “

PHASE II – SPIRITUAL DIRECTION PRACTICUM

Next Phase 2 Begins June 2026

Applications accepted until April 12, 2026

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The format for the next Phase 2 program is as follows:

Online Session 1 - June 12&13, 2026; 9:00 am-5:00pm ET
Online Session 2 - June 19&20, 2026; 9:00 am-5:00pm ET
Online Session 3 - October 23&24, 2026; 9:00 am-5:00pm ET
Online Session 4 - February 19&20, 2027; 9:00 am-5:00pm ET
In-person Residency - Three days/two nights at Jericho House (dates TBA)
The Spiritual Direction Practicum is open to those who have completed Phase I or its equivalent. This phase offers a supervised experience for acquiring the skills needed to accompany others on their spiritual journey.

CONTENT:

Continuing the learning from Phase I and additionally experiencing and learning about the practice of spiritual direction, discernment, ethical responsibilities when serving others, and the importance of supervision

METHOD:

Practicing with one another, movement, creative expression, mindful and reflective self-awareness, and learning from one another

PROGRAM COMPONENTS:

·      8 all-day retreats on Zoom + 3 days at a retreat centre
·      assigned readings and reflection papers
·      silent retreat for four days
·      receive regular spiritual direction
·      practice offering spiritual direction to others
·      participating in a monthly peer supervision group
·      meeting with a trained supervisor throughout the practicum

COST:

$150 non-refundable administration fee due at the time of application (no later than April 12, 2026)

Two instalments ($1250 due May, 2026; $1400 due Nov, 2026) for tuition and staff support throughout the program. Tuition includes all course materials and supervision but not books purchased, payment to a spiritual director, or the cost of the silent retreat. (Some bursary funds may be available.)