This is a queer-centered space grounded in queer politics. We welcome all individuals who feel they need this space and resonate with our community's values. We trust that those who attend will respect and contribute positively to the queer-centred nature of this space.

The event will be held at a public event space in the Regent Park Area of downtown Toronto. Location address to be shared shortly after sign-up.

Friday, November 29

Embody Worthiness | Queerly Devout: Returning to Our Spiritual Birthright

A workshop exploring the intersection of queerness and spirituality, aimed at healing complicated relationships with faith.

By Queer Healing Collective

Date and time

Friday, November 29 · 6:30 - 9pm EST

Location

Regent Park

Regent Park Toronto, ON Canada

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 3 days before event

Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.

Agenda

Welcome & Introductions

Introducing QHC, facilitator and topic of the evening. Pablo shares his personal story of what “Embodying Worthiness means to him.”

Intro & Community Agreement

Participate in ways that feel comfortable; through action, observation, or imagination. Introductions: name, pronouns, access needs, what is the weather of your body? (Ex. stormy, calm, rainy, grey, ...

Grounding/Opening Space

Brief introduction to mindfulness followed by guided meditation.

Main Activity

Pablo will lead a concise discussion on healing religious trauma, focusing on reclaiming spirituality and understanding the distinction between spiritual teachings and their messengers. The workshop ...

Group Sharing

Pablo will explain the following guidelines for deep listening and thoughtful speech: confidentiality, bowing in and out (optional), speaking from the heart, and refraining from giving advice or cros...

Closing Remarks

Optional Kiki

Feel free to hang a bit afterwards, chat and take a moment.

About this event

Event lasts 2 hours 30 minutes

Join us for an enlightening workshop exploring the intersection of queerness and spirituality. Our "Embody Worthiness: Queerly Devout - Returning to Our Spiritual Birthright" event aims to heal complicated relationships with religion and reconnect with faith traditions.

Led by our community partner Pablo Seto, participants will engage in guided meditation, thoughtful discussions, and shared experiences. We'll delve into healing religious trauma, finding inclusive faith communities, and rediscovering our spiritual birthright.

Workshop focus:

Reclaim the word "religious" and rediscover our capacity to awaken, heal, and transform
Understand the difference between the teacher and the teaching
Heal wounds arising from harmful faith practices
Reshape our connection to faith traditions by rediscovering core wisdom

Whether through meditation, sharing, or listening, participate in ways that feel comfortable for you.

Location details are to be confirmed. The venue will be wheelchair accessible.

Community Partner: We will be guided by Pablo Seto, an experienced facilitator in mindfulness and spiritual healing.

Attendance: Anyone who self-identifies as 2SLGBTQIA+ and allies are welcome.

Cost: Pay What You Can (PWYC). A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Plum Village. Suggested Donation Amounts:

Tier 3 (Comfortable): $15+
Tier 2 (Limited income): $5-$15
Tier 1 (Financial stress): $1-$5

Choose the tier that best reflects your current financial situation. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. DM us or simply show up on the day.

Follow Us: @queerhealingto on Instagram

Organized by

Queer Healing Collective

Our mission for the Queer Healing Collective (QHC) centres on what it means to heal in a community. We’ll be co-creating nurturing spaces where all intersections of Queer identity can be deeply introspective and delightfully silly. We envision QHC as an accessible, supportive, intersectional, and collaborative environment. Every so often, we meet at a physical, revolving location around Toronto where we explore a particular theme around healing. These will be two-hour events. During this time, we will converse, listen, reflect and move our bodies.