Photo of Ryan Turnbull speaking at a podium at the Wilmot Lecture Series

Fall 2025 Courses

Winter 2026 Courses

Upcoming Events

Poetry Workshop on Work, Vocation, and Climate

Date: Thursday, September 25th 
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: St Matthew's Anglican Church

Join Melanie Dennis Unrau, co-editor of the poetry anthology I’ll Get Right On It: Poems on Working Life in the Climate Crisis and Writer in Residence at the Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture at the University of Manitoba, for a poetry workshop that explores the theme of labour and vocation in the time of climate emergency. Melanie will bring examples of work-and-climate poems to share, along with prompts and support to help you write your own poem on the theme. This workshop is open to everyone—no poetry experience necessary.

Young Adults Retreat - Pioneer Camp

Date: Friday, September 26th - Sunday, September 28th
Details: TBD

Alongside Hope Mapping Exercise 

Date: Tuesday, September 30th 
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Cross Common Room (108 St John's College)

Hosted by Donna Joy, Elizabeth Bonnet, and Vince Solomon, the "Mapping the Ground We Stand On" workshop explores Indigenous presence and Settler arrival on the map of Turtle Island/Canada. 

Poetry Slam Workshops

Date: Monday, October 6th and Thursday, October 9th 
Time: 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: Cross Common Room

SJC Theology Hub’s Anglican Poetics Project, in collaboration with the Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture and the Winnipeg Poetry Slam team will be hosting 2 workshops introducing people to the art of poetry slam. 

Poetry Open Mic 

Date: Thursday, October 9th 
Location: Daily Bread Café

Following on from the slam workshops, we’ll be hosting an open mic night where anyone from seasoned poets to first-time readers, can step up and perform their original poems. The atmosphere will be warm, encouraging, and inclusive. 

Wilmot Lecture and Faith Horizons

Date: Friday, October 17th - Saturday, October 18th 
Location: Robert Schultz Theatre

Join us for a two-day event exploring how God’s presence draws near in our lives and communities. This year’s Wilmot Lecture and Faith Horizons conference welcomes Dr. Collin Cornell, acclaimed theologian and author, as our keynote speaker.

The event begins on Friday, October 17 with an Opening Eucharist in the St John’s College Chapel, followed by the Wilmot Lecture in the Schultz Lecture Theatre. A reception in the Galleria will follow, offering an opportunity for conversation and connection.

On Saturday, October 18, we continue with Faith Horizons, a day of workshops, keynote addresses, and worship, diving deeper into the theme of “God Draws Near.” This is a rich opportunity to reflect, engage, and grow alongside fellow students, clergy, and community members.

Anglican Poetics Project Lecture Series

Date: Thursday, October 23rd - Thursday, December 4th

A scholarly lecture series exploring key figures and themes in the Anglican poetic tradition, featuring local poets and scholars, including St John’s College Fellows Dr. David Watt and Dr. Ryan Turnbull. Hosted at various churches throughout Winnipeg. Full schedule to be announced.

The Bell and the Bard: A Poetry Conference

Date: Saturday, November 1st
Time: 9:00AM - 4:00 PM
Location: St George's Anglican Church

The capstone event of the Anglican Poetics Project, this full-day conference features workshops led by poet Malcolm Guite and musician Steve Bell. The day includes lunch and concludes with an optional All Saints Mass in the evening, with Malcolm Guite preaching.

Christian Nationalism: Public Lecture & Clergy Study Day

Date: Friday, November 7th – Saturday, November 8th

Join us for a timely exploration of the rise of Christian Nationalism and religious extremism. The event begins with a public lecture on Friday evening in partnership with the Mauro Centre (St Paul’s College), followed by a clergy study session on Saturday morning. Featuring guest speaker Dr. Carmen Celestini, a leading researcher on extremism and conspiracy culture.

Panel Discussion on the Future of Church Buildings

Panelists: The Rev'd Rob Schoeck, the Rev'd Dr Cathy Campbell, and Chris Knight

Contact Us

Ryan Turnbull
Diocesan Discipleship Developer

315 St John's College
University of Manitoba (Fort Garry Campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2M5

Discipleship@rupertsland.ca