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Finding Vocation:
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4 Wednesdays, Oct 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008
Most people spend more time planning a vacation than they do thinking about their life. In order to move forward with confidence and find your vocation, both clarity and courage are necessary. This program gives you time for personal self-reflection, sharing with a partner, and group discussion, all within the context of the discernment model, Clarity and Courage. Come with your musings about your career restlessness, your retirement, your job loss, or other major life changes. And enjoy the live piano music that will help us on the journey. Included as a special gift from the program leader is a one-on-one follow-up session during the coming year. TIM ELLIOTT, DMin, (www.TimElliott.ca) is a vocation consultant, whose doctoral work focused on helping people find their vocation. Through Elliott Resource Services, Tim offers programs that integrate music, spirituality, teamwork, creativity and business to encourage purposeful and responsible living for both organizations and individuals. He is the author of Clarity and Courage: Life as an Improvised Journey, and has released a solo piano CD All the Things You Are. An Anglican priest who started popular Jazz Vespers services, Tim is an honourary assistant at the Church of the Redeemer, Toronto, and also performs regularly as a solo pianist and with his quartet. And just for fun, he is researching the connection between jazz and spirituality! Reach him at Tim@TimElliott.ca.LOCATION: In the South Studio on the lower level of our partner, Eglinton St.
George's United Church at 35 Lytton Blvd at Duplex Avenue, one block west of Yonge St.
mid-way between Eglinton & Lawrence. Street parking is available in the neighbourhood,
or take the Yonge St. bus to Lytton from Eglinton or Lawrence station. Eglinton St.
George's vision (www.esgunited.org) is to be a community of faith with open doors,
open minds, and open hearts, leading them to provide a rich variety of events, courses,
groups and clubs, including a wellness ministry. REGISTRATION:
Program fee of $160 received by Wed Oct 1 or $175 following ($135 or $150
for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's
College in the University of Toronto) plus $20 non-refundable materials
fee also payable on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is
withheld if notification is received by the earlybird date, or you may
substitute another person for no additional fee up until the program begins.
To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work,
Box 100, 236 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto M1E 2P7. Or register and pay for this event
securely and confidentially by credit card through PayPal (having a
PayPal account is no longer necessary).
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Intuition at Work:
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Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008
Intuition increases our sense of connection to ourselves, to others, and with our environment. Therefore it can help us to recognize how to overcome obstacles, to see and seize opportunities, to sense how to heal or deepen relationships. Tonight, be introduced to the world of intuition, learning a process and about both applications and barriers. See how intuitive you already are and how your intuition can enhance your work and give your daily life "flow". Katherine Opashinov is an accomplished intuition teacher, healer, and coach. She has taught about intuition through the Toronto District School board, Centennial College, and the University of Toronto as well as professional organizations. She is founder of the Intuitive Centre: Intuition Education & Support (www.IntuitiveCentre.com), with a private practice as both a psychotherapist and a coach. Reach Katherine through www.KatherineOpashinov.com. CAR-POOLING: If you are coming from outside Toronto and can give a ride or need a ride, please contact Rita Reid-Smith at reid-smith@rogers.com. She will connect possible car-poolers so that hopefully everyone who wants to attend is able to. We suggest that each passenger contribute $5.00 each way to the driver. Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table.REGISTRATION:
Fee of $30 received by Tues. Oct. 14 or $40 following. Mail a cheque payable to:
Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or
register and pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card
through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer
necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please register
by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations: You may
substitute another person for no additional fee.
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Ask and You Shall Receive™ :
Spend an inspirational evening learning about defining your purpose through prayer, meditation, and intuition, and your success through mission, vision and gratitude. Our leader will share the seven Life Lessons she has learned first-hand through an arduous personal journey. From her lessons and tips, new insights may emerge that lead you to new strategies for your own work. Karen Zizzo, MA, CH (www.KarenZizzo.com) is an author, inspirational speaker, life coach, and Certified Consulting Hypnotist who lives by an abiding and practical faith. During more than 25 years of work experience, she has been a store owner, business coach, corporate trainer, community college instructor, and e-corporate business developer. Her newly published second book: Ask and You Shall Receive ™: Success at Work, will be available tonight. Reach Karen at Karen@KarenZizzo.com.LOCATION: Our partner, the Toronto Grace Hospital workplace, 650
Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few minutes walk from the
Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church and Hayden Streets,
and a paid lot at the Grace. http://www.TorontoGrace.org Bring your brochures & flyers for the networking table. REGISTRATION :
Fee of $30 received by Wed. Oct. 29 or $40 following. Mail a cheque payable to:
Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or
register and pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card through
PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer
necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please register by
mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations: You may
substitute another person for no additional fee.
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Appreciative Inquiry:
Saturday Nov 8 2008
Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is grounded in asking questions from a strength-based
perspective, and envisioning the future in order to energize positive change.
It is both a worldview and a process for change - a habit of mind, heart, and
imagination that leads to learning and creativity. Unlike traditional problem
solving that looks at what is wrong and forges solutions to fix problems, AI
seeks what is good and vital - in a person, a situation or an organization.
Particularly effective in turbulent and rapidly changing environments, AI builds
a collaborative framework for creating a preferred future through the power of
positive and engaging questions. Join us on this Saturday to learn about and
actually practise this powerful approach. MAUREEN (MO) McKENNA,a partner inThe SuMo Experience
(www.TheSumoExperience.com),
focuses her organizational development and change
management expertise on designing and facilitating conversations that build
and SUstain MOmentum. With many years of hands-on management experience at
Xerox Canada, Mo now consults to and trains numerous clients in the public,
private and non-profit sectors. Reach her at Mo@TheSumoExperience.com.
NANCY NIGHTINGALE, M.Ed.,M.Ed., a former Secondary School Principal
in the public education system, is an AI practitioner. She has first hand
experience using Appreciative Inquiry in her school and the board to bring
about positive change in organizational design and programming. Contact Nancy
at nrnightingale@yahoo.ca LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few
minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church
and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest entrance.
www.TorontoGrace.org
CAR-POOLING: If you are coming from outside Toronto and can give a ride or need a
ride, please contact Rita Reid-Smith at reid-smith@rogers.com. She will
connect possible car-poolers so that hopefully everyone who wants to
attend is able to. We suggest that each passenger contribute $5.00 each
way to the driver. REGISTRATION : Program fee of $100 received by Mon Nov 3 or $115
following ($75 or $90 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University
of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto). For cancellations, a
$25 admin fee is withheld if notification is received by the earlybird date,
or you may substitute another person for no additional fee up until the program
begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work,
Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event
securely and confidentially by credit card through
PayPal (TBA)(having a PayPal account is no longer necessary).
Seasons:
Pause for a moment. Take time to attend to your work and personal needs
related to renewal, loss, or stagnation that can lead you to new opportunities,
productivity and growth. Your spiritual journey has cycles that mirror those
in nature. In four mini-retreats, grounded in the work of Parker Palmer, consider
the seasons as a base for your exploration and reflection both with others and
alone, in a circle of support. LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a
few minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on
Church and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest
entrance. www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION :
Program fee of $160 received by Wed Nov 12 or $175 following ($135 or $150
for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University of St. Michael's College
in the University of Toronto). For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld
if notification is received by the earlybird date, or you may substitute another
person for no additional fee up until the program begins. To register, mail
a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St.,
Toronto M5A 2J5. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially
by credit card through PayPal (TBA)(having a PayPal
account is no longer necessary).
Work with Resilience:
In this world of increasing complexity, in a challenging society that seems
to move faster and faster, how can we meet our needs to make a difference and
to have peace of mind? Research has shown that resilience is a key factor.
Tonight, learn about resilience, your own skills in being resilient, and how
to strengthen them. Having a resilient mindset and behaviour patterns makes
an enormous difference in how you move through challenges, influencing the
outcomes as well as the thoughts and feelings of yourself and of those around
you. LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a
few minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on
Church and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest
entrance. www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION :
Fee of $30 received by Tues. Nov. 25 or $40 following. Mail a cheque payable to:
Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,162 Spruce St., Toronto M5A 2J5.
Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card
through PayPal (TBA) (having a PayPal account is no
longer necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please
register by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations:
You may substitute another person for no additional fee.
Supporting your Energy Bank Account
Is the balance in your Energy Bank Account lower than you would like?
Tonight, learn how to be aware of what people, activities, and things influence
your amount of energy: is it moving higher, lower, or staying the same? You
can influence your degree of "aliveness" that in turn directly influences the
productivity, success, and joy in your life - even in challenging situations.
The method, based on your own goals and intentions, is easily learned and can
be used immediately both at work and at home. LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few
minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church
and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest entrance.
www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION : Fee of $30 received by Wed. Feb. 4 or $40 following.
To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100, 236 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto M1E 2P7. Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially
by credit card through PayPal (TBA) (having a PayPal account is no longer necessary).
If you cannot manage the full fee at this time,
please register by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date.
Cancellations: You may substitute another person for no additional fee.
Leadership that Matters:
With knowledge workers driving today's economy, success relies on mental
performance. We now know that this is impossible and unsustainable without
emotionally healthy workers who are fully engaged. Learn about the research
in leadership behaviours and workplace practices that has led to a practical
and already well-tested new model for creating an environment for knowledge
workers that both boosts employee engagement and performance and also lifts
employee well-being. Leave with practical skills and new insights grounded
in breakthrough research about knowledge workers LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a
few minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on
Church and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest
entrance. www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION :
Fee of $30 received by Thurs Feb 19 or $40 following. Mail a cheque payable to:
Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,236 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto M1E 1P7.
Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card at
www.SpiritualityAtWork.org through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no longer
necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please register by
mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations: You may
substitute another person for no additional fee.
Getting Engaged:
To be successful today, organizations need to create and sustain engaging
employment experiences, not just jobs, to keep their key employees. Engagement
is the product of the work itself and the environment in which it is performed,
acknowledging that each employee is a whole person. Explore the crucial role
that managers play in employee engagement and learn what they do so employees
don't think that the grass is greener somewhere else. LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a
few minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on
Church and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest
entrance. www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION :
Fee of $30 received by Mar 3 or $40 following. Mail a cheque payable to:
Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100, 236 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto M1E 1P7.
Or register and pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card
at www.SpiritualityAtWork.org through PayPal (having a PayPal account is no
longer necessary). If you cannot manage the full fee at this time, please
register by mail and pay what you can before the earlybird date. Cancellations:
You may substitute another person for no additional fee.
Finding Vocation:
Most people spend more time planning a vacation than they do thinking about
their life. In order to move forward with confidence and find your vocation,
both clarity and courage are necessary. This program gives you time for personal
self-reflection, sharing with a partner, and group discussion, all within the
context of the discernment model, Clarity and Courage. Come with your musings
about your career restlessness, your retirement, your job loss, or other major
life changes. And enjoy the live piano music that will help us on the journey.
Included as a special gift from the program leader is a one-on-one follow-up
session during the coming year. LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few
minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church
and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest entrance.
www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION : Program fee of $160 received by Sat Mar 7 or $175
following ($135 or $150 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University
of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto) plus $20 non-refundable
materials fee also payable on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee
is withheld if notification is received by the earlybird date, or you may
substitute another person for no additional fee up until the program begins.
To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100, 236 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto M1E 2P7. Or register and pay for this event securely and
confidentially by credit card through PayPal (TBA) (having a PayPal account is no
longer necessary).
Introduction to
Be introduced to a simple yet profound process that will enable you to
prevent or resolve differences, express yourself clearly, listen with presence,
and reduce stress. Constructive Communication, also known as Compassionate
Nonviolent Communication (NVC), was developed by Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D.,
and has been used world-wide for over 35 years. Whatever your personal challenges,
this workshop will provide the fundamentals for you to transform your communication
and connection with friends, family and co-workers. LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few
minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church
and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest entrance.
www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION Program fee of $100 received by Wed Mar 25 or $115
following ($75 or $90 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University
of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto) plus $10 non-refundable
materials fee also payable on registration.. For cancellations, a $25 admin
fee is withheld if notification is received by the earlybird date, or you may
substitute another person for no additional fee up until the program begins.
To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100, 236 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto M1E 2P7. Or register and pay for this event
securely and confidentially by credit card through PayPal (TBA)
(having a PayPal account is no longer necessary).
Language at Work:
Tonight, take part in a conversation with an expert about some of the
benefits and pitfalls of discussing faith issues at work. Religious beliefs
play a part in our daily interactions, but many people are afraid to ask questions about a co-worker's religious practices and beliefs. What different things do certain terms mean to people of different faith backgrounds? How can religion and spirituality be discussed in an informative and enriching way, without crossing the line in the
workplace? Join us and bring your own questions and stories.
ROB BARLOW, LLB is a journalist with the CBC's National Radio
Newsroom in Toronto. In a career that has spanned 30 years, he also has worked for
The Canadian Press, CTV, Global-TV and written a column on religion
for The London Free Press. He has studied and written much about different
faiths and the impact of religion on people and events, as well as taking part in efforts to promote inter-faith dialogue and understanding. Of course, his choice of language when speaking about religion and spirituality has become intrinsic in Rob's own work.
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Courageous Acts at Work
If asked to define courage, what would you say? Many would agree with this
definition: Being able to act despite the fear. Yet, does fear often hold you
back from action despite your desire to be courageous? Imagine if you could
courageously stand up for what you believe in, be who you truly are. How could
the situations and problems in your life be transformed? In this workshop,
re-connect with what courage means to you. Learn simple principles and techniques
that will help you have the Courage to Act.
ENNEAGRAM at WORK:
Are you able to communicate at work so that others truly understand what
you mean to say? Can you give constructive feedback so that others do not
feel defensive, but actually improve their performance? Can you manage
conflict in a productive and respectful way? The Enneagram is a powerful
system that enables profound insights into our motivations, beliefs, focus
of attention, and habits of thinking and feeling. Use this knowledge to
develop practical steps, specific to your Enneagram style, to relate more
effectively with others. Enneagram styles differ from Myers-Briggs types
in that you find your place on the Enneagram through your inner experience
rather than your outer behaviour. This program is designed for people who
are already familiar with their Enneagram style, and an Introductory Session
is necessary for those who aren't. LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few
minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church
and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest entrance.
www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION Program fee of $130 received by Fri Apr 24 or $145
following ($105 or $120 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University
of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto). Also payable on registration
are a $35 non-refundable materials fee and - necessary only for participants who
are not familiar with their Enneagram style -- $20 for the Introductory Session.
For cancellations, a $25 admin fee is withheld if notification is received by
the earlybird date, or you may substitute another person for no additional fee
up until the program begins. To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100, 236 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto M1E 2P7. Or register and
pay for this event securely and confidentially by credit card through PayPal (TBA)
(having a PayPal
account is no longer necessary).
Finding Vocation:
Most people spend more time planning a vacation than they do thinking about their life's work. But to find your vocation and still move forward with confidence in these challenging times, both clarity and courage are necessary. This program gives you time for personal self-reflection, sharing with a partner, and group discussion, all within the context of the discernment model, Clarity and Courage. Come with your musings about your career restlessness, your job insecurity or loss, your retirement, or other major life changes. And enjoy the live piano music that will help us on the journey. Included as a special gift from Tim, the program leader, is a one-on-one follow-up session during the coming year.
LOCATION: In the 2nd floor chapel of our partner, the Toronto Grace
Hospital workplace, 650 Church St. at the S/W corner of Bloor St. Just a few
minutes walk from the Yonge-Bloor TTC station. Metered parking is on Church
and Hayden Streets, and a paid lot at the Grace. Use the main northwest entrance.
www.TorontoGrace.org
REGISTRATION Program fee of $120 received by Wed May 27 or $135
following ($100 or $115 for Blue Card holders from our partner, the University
of St. Michael's College in the University of Toronto) plus $20 non-refundable
materials fee also payable on registration. For cancellations, a $25 admin fee
is withheld if notification is received by the earlybird date, or you may
substitute another person for no additional fee up until the program begins.
To register, mail a cheque payable to: Centre for Spirituality at Work, Box 100,
236 Guildwood Parkway, Toronto M1E 1P7. Or register and pay for this event securely and
confidentially by credit card below through PayPal
(having a PayPal account is no longer necessary).
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