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 April 2025
(Applications accepted until January 28, 2025)
The format for the next Phase I program is as follows:
In-Person Residency - Five days/Four nights at Jericho House, Monday, April 28-Friday, May 2, 2025
Online - June 13&14, 2025 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ET
Online - November 12&13, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
Online - March 23&24, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
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 January 28, 2025)
Two installments ($1250 due March 28, 2025, and $1400 due September 28, 2025) 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 $550 for the cost of meals and lodging for the April/May residency
NEXT INTAKE – April 2025
Application deadline January 28, 2025
“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 II Begins January 2025
Applications accepted until November 12, 2024
The format for the next Phase II program is as follows:
Online Session 1 - January 10&11, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
Online Session 2 - March 22&23, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
Online Session 3 - May 25&26, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
Online Session 4 - October 20&21, 2025, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ET
In-person Residency - Four days/three nights at Jericho House (Monday, January 19- Thursday, January 22, 2026)
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 Nov 12, 2024)
Two instalments ($1200 due Dec 10, 2024; $1350 due Jun 10, 2025) 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.)
approximately $550 for meals and lodging for in-person residency, due Dec 2025 (exact date TBA)
NEXT INTAKE – January 2025
Application deadline: November 12, 2024
PHASE I & II – LEADERSHIP
“The Ontario Jubilee program provides a mutually determined path to a place where contemplation leads naturally to compassionate action.”