Norma Heffernan, RSCJ, is a religious of the Society of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. She is a graduate of the Spiritual Directors program at the Centre for Spiritual Growth in Ottawa. Norma obtained her Masters Degree and Spirituality from Regis College in Toronto. Her background is in teaching and formation work in her community.

Becky McKenna, CND is a sister of the Congregation of Notre Dame. She holds a Doctorate in Theology and has many years experience as an educator, spiritual guide and retreat facilitator. Much of her work focuses on retrieving and sharing wisdom and practices of the Christian contemplative tradition.

Cecilia Sacca, SC, holds an MA in Scripture Studies, is a graduate of Shalem Institute and holds a certificate in Spiritual Direction from Pecos School of Spiritual Direction. Cecelia was Parish Administrator at St.Peter’s in Sheet Harbour for 7 years. Presently, she is Pastoral Associate at St. Peter’s Parish in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.

Earl Smith, SJ, native of Halifax, NS is currently working at the Jesuit Centre for Spirituality in Halifax, where he returned in 2006.  His ministries as a Jesuit have included teaching, parish ministry, pastoral counselling and spiritual direction. He continues to do pastoral counselling and spiritual direction in the Ignatian tradition. He holds Master’s degrees in Pastoral Studies, Pastoral Counselling and sacred Theology.

Vivian Mancini, SC, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts and Music Education. She holds a Master’s degree in Spirituality from the University of San Francisco. Vivian has studied at Berkely, CA, and at the Institute for Creation Centered Spirituality at Oakland, CA. She has been an elementary school teacher and a music educator. She is an experienced spiritual director and conducts days of reflection, workshops and retreats.

Evelyn Williams, SC, holds a Master of Theology degree and has a history of involvement in teaching, congregational formation ministry, university chaplaincy and prison ministry. Besides her responsibilities as Director of the Centre, Evelyn is involved in creating and delivering Centre programs and is available for group process facilitation and spiritual direction.