Monday, September 20, 2010

Grade 12 Spiritual Retreat

The grade 12s spent a day at Waskesiu in Prince Albert National Park on Monday, September 20 for a day of spiritual retreat and guidance.

Craig Neufeld and Patrick Preheim were the resource guides through the day.  They led the students on a journey through spiritual discernment and some disciplines.

Katie, Brooklin, Alannah and Stuart listen intently as Craig and Patrick describe various spiritual disciplines.

Tracy, Clay, Evan, Hannah and Dekota explore silent meditation, guided by thought provoking readings.

The students were introduced to the practice of footwashing. Here John washes Ryan's feet while other students wait their turn.

Jordan and Jocelyn meditate on the word of God by comparing 4 different translations/paraphrases of a passage from the Bible.

Hannah, Erin, Hillary, Jordan, Luke and Clay led their class in singing at various times through the day.

Tanya and Kirsten led their class in a craft - making personal CD covers - creatively encouraging the students to look closely at their own life.

Marina and Taleen working on their CD covers.

Waskesiu is a beautiful park with spectacular wildlife.  Even though it was a rainy and gloomy day, this very large bull elk strolled right past the lodge windows.  Also seen while on a walk - an otter playfully swimming in the lake.

The grade 12 class at the end of their spiritual retreat at Waskesiu.