Benedict on the Prairie: An Introduction to Benedictine Spirituality for Friends of Wisdom Prairie & Other Community Members Join us for Benedict on the Prairie: An Introduction to Benedictine Spirituality. By attending, you will gain a deeper understanding of why the sisters care for the earth as part of our mission, and deepen your own spirituality. You will also get to experience being in community with Dr. Amy Alstad, Sister Denise West and other Friends of Wisdom Prairie members! Dates & Times Sep. 14, 21, 28; Oct. 5, 12, 19 Wednesdays, 5:30-7:00 pm Cost There is no cost for this ...
Forest bathing (shinrin-yoku) is the practice of “bathing” in the atmosphere of the forest, absorbing health benefits from nature and entering into a deep communion with the environment. We will adapt this practice for a slow-paced hour-long walk and exploration at Holy Wisdom Monastery. Please wear walking shoes and dress for being outdoors. Leader Marian Farrior is the Restoration Outreach Coordinator at UW-Madison Arboretum, where she also co-leads the WI Master Naturalist training. She is a Permaculture teacher with the Madison Area Permaculture Guild and a certified Association and Nature and Forest Therapy guide. Cost $25/person, includes lunch Location Holy ...