The annual Images gathering follows a long Christian tradition of “taking time away.” It is an occasion for women to come and rest for a while in a quiet place away from their daily pre-occupations. In an atmosphere of openness, freedom and love, women gather to explore facets of spirituality, theology, and worship styles. Each participant has the opportunity to reflect on her own spiritual journey in order to return home rejuvenated by the weekend experience.
Images of Spirituality includes theme presentations, reflections from biblical stories, music, fellowship, small group discussions, connecting with nature, times for quiet reflection, prayer and worship. The gathering starts Friday evening, and ends after lunch on Sunday.
Every year, in the spring, we spend a weekend together, listening, sharing, singing, creating, laughing, and meditating, always with great food and people in a wonderful, woodland setting. There is the opportunity to purchase books & gifts and massage therapy as well as time to walk in the woods or relax and chat. The weekend culminates in a participatory Eucharist, led by an ordained minister.
We respect each denomination and its particular traditions. Women may participate in the worship services in ways appropriate to their own beliefs and as their tradition allows. For Roman Catholic women, a Sunday evening mass is held in several parishes in Calgary.
