The Earth Filled with God: Mystics and the Call for Ecological Conversion

Long before the emergence of modern ecology, mystics from various traditions experienced the natural world as a revelation of Holy Trinity’s goodness, interconnectedness, beauty, and love. This retreat series invites participants to enter a conversation with both classic and contemporary mystics whose wisdom can help us rediscover God as our life’s center, the sacredness of creation and our place within it. Through presentations, reflection, prayer, discussion, and contemplative practices, we will explore how a spirituality of ecology rooted in relationship with Jesus Christ, can nurture hope, deepen our relationship with the Earth, and inspire compassionate action. 

Lucie Leduc, Executive Director of Star of the North, enjoys accompanying others as they explore and deepen their spiritual journeys. Drawing on her love of mystics,scripture and the faith community, she brings a commitment to justice and care for the earth to her retreat work. An Oblate Associate, Lucie holds a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta, an M.A. in Spirituality from the Oblate School of Theology and a certificate in Spiritual Direction earned while serving as Program Coordinator at Queen’s House Retreat Centre. A mother of three adult children, Lucie delights in time with family and grandchildren, walking and biking outdoors, reading and writing.