On July 31, the Feast of St. Ignatius of Loyola, the FCJ Retreat & Conference Centre welcomed 19 participants for an Ignatian Spirituality Refresher facilitated by Sr. Ann Marie Walsh, FCJ. The morning offered a thoughtful introduction to the heart of Ignatian spirituality and its practical relevance to everyday life. Drawing on the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola, Sr. Ann Marie shared how his personal conversion following a life-changing injury became the foundation of a spi

As part of our Laudato Si’ Faith in Action commitment, the FCJ Centre is pleased to partner with Karuna Compost, a grassroots, community-based composting initiative in Calgary. Karuna Compost brings people together through hands-on composting, shared learning, and neighbourhood-scale environmental action. Their work explores how backyard composting and the study of beneficial microorganisms can contribute to healthier ecosystems, stronger communities, and a deeper appreciatio

Our WELL Care for Seniors Gardening Club continues to thrive as participants gather to learn, share, and enjoy the simple pleasure of gardening together. Following our first session in June, the group met again on July 15 for the second gardening class. It was wonderful to see familiar faces returning and new friendships beginning to take root. Participants spent time talking with one another, sharing gardening tips, asking questions, and learning together. The conversations

The Human Trafficking Education for Prevention (HTEP) group of volunteers worked Rita Khanchat, Associate Director of the FCJ Centre, and with Helen McPhaden of Stardale Women’s Group, to invite presenters to a weekend workshop to learn and share information on the growing issue of the trafficking of humans and drugs in Southern Alberta. The goal of the workshop, which received funding from the Calgary Foundation, was to provide a forum for the various Indigenous groups of so

Not even steady rainfall could keep Calgary’s vibrant older adult community away from the FCJ Retreat and Conference Centre on Monday, June 1. Marking the start of Seniors Week, 157 seniors streamed through the doors of the peaceful oasis to celebrate the launch of the brand-new WELL Care Program (Wellness and Engagement for Lifelong-Learners). For the vast majority of these visitors, it was their very first time stepping inside the FCJ Centre. The day turned into a wonderf

Thanks to the support of the Government of Alberta's Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP), FCJ Christian Life Centre has successfully completed a major renovation project that has improved the safety, functionality, accessibility, and sustainability of our facilities. The project focused on replacing aging washroom fixtures and upgrading flooring throughout main areas of the Centre. In total, 41 toilets were replaced in the guest accommodations, main floor, and basem