August has been a fantastic month for our community wellness classes! On August 10th, 35 people joined us (32 seniors and 3 non-seniors). The following week, on August 17th, turnout grew to 41 participants (37 seniors and 4 non-seniors). Designed for all fitness levels, our Chair Yoga sessions give everyone a chance to breathe, stretch, and move at their own pace. Classes blend gentle shoulder rolls, torso rotations, and rhythmic arm and leg exercises to wake up joints, boo

Taking time away from our routine gives us space to recharge. Recently, our team gathered for a Staff Development and Team Building Day, a chance to step back, reconnect, and focus on our little community. We started the morning with the Southern African greeting Sawubona, which means "I see you". It was a simple way to acknowledge each person in the room. Next, we transitioned into a quiet reflection called "Prayer with a Stone". Each person held a small stone to represent

Over the past few weeks, participants gathered both virtually and in person for Restored, an art group designed to help people connect with Jesus through creative expression, meditation, and reflection. Each gathering offered a gentle space to step away from daily busyness, make art based on specific themes, and share experiences in community. Looking Back at Our August Gatherings Aug 5 (Online) - Listening for Guidance: Our evening online gathering focused on the theme of Gu

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