January 31, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at St Andrew’s By-the-Lake Anglican Church, Centre Island
“Be still and know that I am God.” (Ps. 46:10)
Looking for some calm, quiet space in the midst of your busy life? Interested in a time of being still with God in a beautiful place? Every year, our campus ministry hosts a silent retreat: a day in which we invite you to set aside some time and space to listen and reflect. This year we will once again meet at St. Andrews By the Lake Anglican Church on Centre Island. We invite you to join us for our Silent Retreat on Saturday, January 31, from 10 am to 4:30 pm. The retreat is open to all those connected to the campus ministry community or at a university here in Toronto.
For an impression of a previous year’s retreat, see this Instagram post.
Schedule
The day will begin at 10 am with coffee/tea and scones followed by a time of prayer and entering into the silence together at 10:30am. The day will unfold in silence, including a silent lunch together and a quiet afternoon coffee break. We will gather at the close of the day to end our silence together and reflect on our experiences. Carol, one of the campus ministers, will be available for pastoral conversations during the day if things emerge you need to talk about.
Getting there
As we are meeting on Centre Island, you will need to catch the (9:30 a.m.) Ward’s Island ferry (round-trip ticket $9). The church has a van that will pick people up from the ferry, or you can start your day of quiet with a 25min walk to the church. We will ensure you can catch the 4:45pm ferry back.
Resources
Some reading material and resources will be available for those who want them on the day. Please feel free to bring along any items that will deepen the experience and the silence for you. Suggestions include a journal to record any of your reflections, a Bible, devotional materials, poetry, art supplies and/or books on faith. Additionally, you can take time outside on the beach or walking around Centre Island, or do the labyrinth on the church grounds.
Contact/Registration
The cost for the retreat is $50.00, which includes lunch and two coffee breaks. Please contact Carol with any questions or to register. Registration, including payment, due by Friday, January 23.
We hope you will join our community for this day of intentional quiet – to give space to reflect on what our hearts are telling us, and encounter the presence of God.