Godly Play Fall Retreat
This retreat is meant to create a space for Godly Play® practitioners, Christian formation leaders, parents/guardians and anyone who is curious or desiring a time away, to live in a Godly Play®way for 24hrs.
The Villa Madonna Retreat Centre provides a wonderful space to be with God who is not just here or there but everywhere. It is hoped that Godly Play@practitioners will reconnect with one another along with expanding the circle to include those from various walks of life who are interested in the Spirituality of the Child, Christian formation of all ages and/or desire to experience Godly Play®. In rekindling the stories of our faith we hope to reimagine how we can share these together and with all of the People of God we encounter daily.
When:
Friday, September 12 beginning with supper at 5:00pm to Saturday, September 13 3:30pm (Registration and check-in to rooms begins at 3:30pm). For those who are unable tob join for supper, our retreat gathering opening session is at 6:00pm.
Where:
The Villa Madonna Retreat House located at 115 Villa Madonna Rd.
Rothesay, New Brunswick
Cost:
$150.00 (includes overnight accommodations, supper, breakfast, lunch and breaks)
Registration Deadline:
Friday August 29, 2025
Godly Play Core Training
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A workshop to empower and inspire.
We will explore Godly Play as a creative approach to nurturing children’s faith.
This training includes the art of Christian language in parables, sacred stories,
liturgical actions and silence.
It highlights creating sacred space, supporting children’s spirituality and community.
Godly Play values process, openness, discovery, community, and relationships.
Together we will explore the principles and practices of Godly Play including plenary sessions on the Godly Play Environment, the Spirituality of the Child, and the Community of Children. Participants experience telling stories and receiving supportive feedback.
We welcome participants new to Godly Play and experienced Storytellers and Doorpersons who want to refresh their leadership skills.
Maritime Godly Play Trainers:
Jenny Eisener, Paige Fraser, and Cathy Laskey
Godly Play Maritimes Coordinating Circle 