About
Who we are
A Coptic Orthodox convent in rural Ontario, living a life of prayer, work and hospitality.
The Coptic Orthodox Convent of St. Mary, St. George and St. Philopateer is a Canadian convent under the auspices of His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of the See of St. Mark, and His Grace Bishop Mina, Bishop of Mississauga, Vancouver and Western Canada.
Our faith is based on the teachings of the Bible and the heritage of the Church Fathers. We believe in the Nicene Creed and practice the sacraments of the Coptic Orthodox Church. In submission and love to our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, we pray to lead others to Him.
The convent is home to nuns, consecrated sisters, novices and sisters in training. We welcome families for worship and women for spiritual retreats. Our spiritual life is lived through personal devotion and liturgical worship, as well as manual work such as sewing, embroidery and icon painting. At the convent you can share in the monastic life of worship, service, obedience and self-denial.
The grounds
Ninety-two acres on the Teeswater River
Established in 2017, the convent sits on 92 acres of land along the Teeswater River, with a 20,000 square foot facility. The landscape allows for peaceful meditation and quiet time with God. Guests can attend liturgies and praises, and enjoy nature walks on the trails and along the riverbank.
- Chapel and dining hall
- Retreat rooms with triple or quad occupancy
- Indoor and outdoor meeting spaces
- Riverside trails and nature walks
- Outdoor gazebo and quiet places for prayer
- Gift shop
Our hierarchy
Under the care of the Church
Patron saints
St. Mary, St. George and St. Philopateer Mercurius
