• Kids on the Prairie

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids on the Prairie (KOTP) is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. June 14 – Lost Lake Critters Who lives in the lake? Take a look at tiny critters that feed other residents of Lost Lake. Observe painted turtles while we explore trails around the lake for signs of other creatures that call this their home.

    Free
  • iRest Yoga Nidra: Guided Meditation Through the Layers of Awareness

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation that allows one to embrace the fullness of life by moving through the various embodied layers of awareness. It creates a sense of deep peace, relaxation and nourishes resilience to deal with the stressors of everyday life. The practice has been found to regulate one's nervous system to facilitate improved sleep and enhance overall wellbeing. Schedule Introduction & Intentions Guided Yoga Nidra Meditation Sharing of Experiences & Silence This experience is open for people age 16 years and older. Leader Iris Mickey is a Certified iRest Yoga Nidra Teacher and a Certified Yoga Therapist. ...

    $37
  • I Choose Peace: Sound Healing & Guided Meditation

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    You are welcome to explore a transformative journey through stillness with I Choose Peace: Sound Healing & Guided Meditation. This uniquely enchanting heart-centered experience invites you to explore the depths of world peace and love through the calming resonance of sound bowl healing, serene, guided meditations and space for reflective journaling. It’s more than just meditation; it’s a pathway to self-love and a deeper connection with your inner infinite peace and Mother Earth. Whether you’re a seasoned meditator or completely new to the practice, this offering provides a safe and accessible pathway to exploring mindfulness and meditation while experiencing sound ...

    $37
  • Center for Clergy Renewal Gratitude Brunch

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Each year, 18 pastors from across the country come to Holy Wisdom to experience a Contemplative Immersion. As they enter the beauty of the prairie, the prayerful rhythms of the monastery, and the rich Benedictine welcome of the community, they are met by a grace that is life-changing. At this Gratitude Brunch, you will have a chance to hear how they have been impacted by their time at Holy Wisdom Monastery and perhaps remember the ways that Holy Wisdom also holds and graces your own life! Come to get to know them, celebrate this ministry, and be nourished by a ...

    Free
  • Feast of Benedict & Scholastica Brunch

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    You are invited to join us for the Feast of Benedict and Scholastica Brunch on Sunday, July 12, 2026 following Sunday Assembly. Feast of Benedict and Scholastica Brunch An annual celebration to honor Benedict and Scholastica as a Sunday Assembly Community; to gather for a meal and conversation; to give thanks for the sisters and for the honor of being part of Holy Wisdom and the beautiful Prairie. Menu Frittata (gluten-free) Vegetarian frittata (gluten-free) Fresh fruit Roasted potatoes Schedule 10:15 am – Gather in the Guest Dining Room Cost & Registration There is no cost to participants for this event, ...

    Free
  • Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Deepen your understanding of Benedictine spirituality by joining us for one or more Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work. These gatherings offer time for reflection, for the contemplation of short readings about the nature of work and its place in our lives from the Rule of Benedict and other wise authors, and the goodness of being part of the shared way of Benedictine life. Benedictine monastic life follows a rhythm of work, study, prayer, and rest; work has a place but is not the whole, is not the central element – it finds its place in a rhythm of balance that ...

    Free
  • Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Deepen your understanding of Benedictine spirituality by joining us for one or more Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work. These gatherings offer time for reflection, for the contemplation of short readings about the nature of work and its place in our lives from the Rule of Benedict and other wise authors, and the goodness of being part of the shared way of Benedictine life. Benedictine monastic life follows a rhythm of work, study, prayer, and rest; work has a place but is not the whole, is not the central element – it finds its place in a rhythm of balance that ...

    Free
  • Expressions Community Art Exhibit Reception

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Join us on Sunday, July 26, 2026 for the opening reception of Expressions, the newest art exhibit at Holy Wisdom Monastery. This exhibit celebrates the artistic talent of people actively involved with the monastery including members of Sunday Assembly, Oblates, Friends of Wisdom Prairie, Social Justice, Retreatants, Coworkers, Volunteers and Donors. The 2-dimensional pieces chosen by the Art Jury include work in acrylics, oil and cold wax, art quilts, pastels, photography, watercolor, relief and gel plate printing, wood, collage, fiber arts, and mixed media. Twenty-six artists are participating in this exhibit. Schedule Sunday Assembly Worship (optional): 9:00-10:00 am – Monastery ...

    Free
  • Shinrin-Yoku: Walks for the Weary

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Join us for a relaxing walk on the prairie at Holy Wisdom Monastery. It will be a slow-paced quiet walk guided by Valerie Vervoort, a certified Shinrin-yoku guide. The intent of this 90-minute walk is renewal through using our senses of sight, hearing, touch and taste. Invitations planned by your guide are easy and subject to each person's comfort level. Sharing and tea will be part of the experience. Participants will need to dress appropriately for weather conditions and be able to walk a mile and a half on trails that are sometimes uneven and include gentle slopes. Walking sticks ...

    $37 – $56
  • Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Deepen your understanding of Benedictine spirituality by joining us for one or more Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work. These gatherings offer time for reflection, for the contemplation of short readings about the nature of work and its place in our lives from the Rule of Benedict and other wise authors, and the goodness of being part of the shared way of Benedictine life. Benedictine monastic life follows a rhythm of work, study, prayer, and rest; work has a place but is not the whole, is not the central element – it finds its place in a rhythm of balance that ...

    Free