Activities and Events
All activities in the Spiritual Centre are open to everyone, students and staff, unless otherwise stated. All dates and times are subject to change.
Hours of operation: The Spiritual Centre will be open Monday-Friday, between 8 am-8 pm. The Centre will be closed on weekends.
Winter 2025 Programming
Notice: The activities below are for the Winter 2025 semester and will not begin until January 13, 2025.
Monday
Self-Realization Workshop (E204) • 11 am-1 pm
Mondays • 11 am-1 pm
A workshop focused on discovering who you are, including your strengths, gifts, talents, and passions. You will learn about your mission, vision, values, purpose, and how to be successful.
If you have any questions, please contact Yuriy Derkach at derkacy@algonquincollege.com.
Creative Visualization (E204) • 1 pm-2 pm
Mondays • 1 pm-2 pm
This is a meditative creative session to explore your vision, mission, and purpose in life by creating a personalized vision board and visualizing your life.
If you have any questions, please contact Yuriy Derkach at derkacy@algonquincollege.com.
Christian Prayer Hour (E204) • 4 pm-5 pm
Monday-Friday • 4 pm-5 pm
This is a student-led initiative for Christians to gather for prayer. Attendees can feel welcome to pray as they feel comfortable, sharing this time with fellow Christian students. All are welcome!
Tuesday
Bible Study Group (E204) • 2 pm-3 pm
Tuesdays • 2 pm-3 pm
This group meets to study and discuss the word of God and share interpretations of the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. Explore what it means to live according to God’s instructions and inspire each other to live a Christian life.
If you have any questions, please contact Yuriy Derkach at derkacy@algonquincollege.com.
Movement and Meditation (E204) • 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Christian Prayer Hour (E204) • 4 pm-5 pm
Monday-Friday • 4 pm-5 pm
This is a student-led initiative for Christians to gather for prayer. Attendees can feel welcome to pray as they feel comfortable, sharing this time with fellow Christian students. All are welcome!
Introduction to Buddhism (E204) • 6 pm-7:30 pm
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month • 6 pm-7:30 pm
Hosted by the Diamond Way Group of Ottawa, offering an accessible and modern style, these practices work with people’s confidence, using every situation in life to develop. The group presents basic information and the meditations are guided in English.
Newcomers are welcome!
If you have any questions, please contact the Diamond Way Group of Ottawa at dwbottawa@gmail.com.
Wednesday
Hindu Prayer Hour (E204) • 10 am-11 am
Join us for a bi-weekly Hindu Prayer Hour! This prayer hour will provide an introduction to Hinduism. We will include a chanting session (meditation) and scripture teachings. All are welcome.
Schedule:
- January 22
- February 5
- February 19
- March 5
- March 19
- April 2
If you have any questions, please contact pate1445@algonquinlive.com.
InterVarsity Creative Prayer (E204) • 12 pm-2 pm
Wednesdays • 12pm-2pm
This is an interactive learning experience where you can learn more about Christian prayer and try out different ways to pray. There is a guided prayer exercise offered at 12:15pm and then self-guided prayer stations open until 2pm. Feel free to drop-in for some or all of the time. All are welcome, whether you are a praying person or someone curious to learn!
Click here to visit the InterVarsity Instagram.
Lunch ‘N learn (E204) • 2 pm-3 pm
Wednesdays • 2pm – 3pm
Join Campus Ministry, Woodvale Pentacostal Church, Campus Rush and Bethany Baptist Church for free food and scripture reading, with an opportunity to learn about Christianity!
Christian Prayer Hour (E204) • 4 pm-5 pm
Monday-Friday • 4 pm-5 pm
This is a student-led initiative for Christians to gather for prayer. Attendees can feel welcome to pray as they feel comfortable, sharing this time with fellow Christian students. All are welcome!
Alpha (E204) • 6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Wednesdays, between January 22 – March 19 • 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Alpha is an 8-week film series about the Christian faith. Every perspective is welcome for discussion. A hot meal will be provided.
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Thursday
Bible Study Group (E204) • 11 am-12 pm
Thursdays • 11 am-12 pm
This group meets to study and discuss the word of God and share interpretations of the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. Explore what it means to live according to God’s instructions and inspire each other to live a Christian life.
If you have any questions, please contact Yuriy Derkach at derkacy@algonquincollege.com.
Uni-tea (E204) • 1 pm-2 pm
Thursdays • 1 pm – 2 pm
Uni-tea is sharing conversation over a cup of tea! Relax and re-energize with a fresh cup of tea and explore culture, spirituality, faith, and creativity through positive conversation.
If you have any questions, please contact Yuriy Derkach at derkacy@algonquincollege.com.
Christian Prayer Hour (E204) • 4 pm-5 pm
Monday-Friday • 4 pm-5 pm
This is a student-led initiative for Christians to gather for prayer. Attendees can feel welcome to pray as they feel comfortable, sharing this time with fellow Christian students. All are welcome!
Catholic Mass • Jan. 30, Feb. 20 & March 27
January 30, February 20 & March 27 • 6 pm-7 pm
Join Campus Ministry and St. John the Apostle Parish for a Catholic Mass. Learn about Catholic faith and traditions through participating in this special celebration of prayer, community, scripture, and Holy Communion.
Friday
Jummah Prayer • 12:15 pm & 1:15 pm
Fridays • 12:15 pm & 1:15 pm
Friday (Jumuʿah in Arabic) is the holy day for Muslims. Jumuʿah comes from the same root word as gather and congregation. On Fridays, Muslims attend a special prayer in the afternoon called the Jumuʿah prayer.
Jummah Prayer services will take place in the Old Gym (Room A120, 1st Floor, A Building) every week.
If you have any questions, please contact the Spiritual Centre at spiritualcentre@algonquincollege.com.
Christian Prayer Hour (E204) • 4 pm-5 pm
Monday-Friday • 4 pm-5 pm
This is a student-led initiative for Christians to gather for prayer. Attendees can feel welcome to pray as they feel comfortable, sharing this time with fellow Christian students. All are welcome!
InterVarsity Bible Study (E204) • 6:30 pm-9:30 pm
Fridays • 6:30 pm-9:30 pm
The Spiritual Centre welcomes students from a wide range of faith and spiritual backgrounds. If there is something that you would like us to offer, but you don’t see it above, please feel welcome to reach out to the coordinator at spiritualcentre@algonquincollege.com.
Application to Lead an Activity in the Spiritual Centre
If you are interested in leading an activity in the Spiritual Centre, please complete the application form and the coordinator will contact you. If you would like a print form, please contact the coordinator, Sue-Anne Hess, by emailing spiritualcentre@algonquincollege.com.