Charity Bluffton, AB
This organization is registered with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).
Registration number: | 141052027RR0001 |
Doing business as: | St. Mary's Convent, Holy Protection Convent |
Type: | Charitable Organization |
Category: | Advancement of Religion |
Mission Statement:
The Protection of the Holy Virgin Mary Orthodox Convent at Bluffton is dedicated to preserving Orthodox Christian traditions and fostering spiritual growth. It serves as a religious center, providing a place for prayer, contemplation, and community.
Geographic Focus:
The convent is located in Bluffton, Alberta, Canada, approximately 106 km southwest of Edmonton. It operates within a forested region, covering about 80 acres of isolated land. The geographic focus is local, serving the community in central Alberta.
Program Highlights:
The convent offers daily services, including the Divine Liturgy, led by Father Dionisije. It also provides a monastic community with eight nuns and one novice, guided by Abbess Schema-nun Ambrosia. The convent is known for its restoration efforts, initiated by Abbess Ambrosia and her biological mother, Mother Theodora, in 1993. The community engages in ascetic spiritual practices and hosts occasional visits from bishops and other spiritual leaders.
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