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SUMMARY:Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Silence
DESCRIPTION:The mission of Holy Wisdom Monastery is to weave us together in a shared way of life. These conversations are an opportunity to learn more about Benedictine spirituality\, about the Rule of Benedict\, and to talk with others about the gifts and challenges of living a Benedictine life. During the time together\, we will contemplate short readings about silence\, have an experience of it\, and learn the practices that help to deepen the experience of it. We grow together in our shared life way of life through small and large group conversations. \nParticipants can expect a flow of silence\, reflections on readings and quotes\, small and large group conversation as well as a closing prayer. \nThese sessions are open to any adult who relates to any of the Holy Wisdom Monastery communities. \nDates/Times\nIn-Person \n\nWednesday\, October 14 – 1:00-2:30 pm\nSunday\, November 1 – 10:30-11:30 am\nSunday\, November 22 – 10:30-11:30 am\n\nVirtual (over Zoom; link will be provided after you register) \n\nThursday\, October 8 – 6:30-8:00 pm\nTuesday\, October 20 – 6:30-8:00 pm\n\nCost\nThere is no cost to the participants of these sessions. \nRegister\nThe registration deadline for each session is the day before the event you wish to attend.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/bc-silence-nov-22/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Oblates,Sunday Assembly
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SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Groups - 4th Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Centering Prayer Groups \nAll are welcome to join our two centering prayer groups which meet on alternating Wednesdays. Both incorporate a short reading and time for silent prayer or meditation. \n\n1st and 3rd Wednesdays\n\n7:00-8:00 pm\nRetreat & Guest House Room 10\nIncludes a short walking meditation in between periods of seated meditation\nFor more information contact Barb Abbott\, 608-284-7424\n\n\n2nd and 4th Wednesdays \n\n2:30-3:30 pm\nMonastery Oratory –\nTwo\, 20-minute periods of seated meditation with a 5-minute break\nFor more information contact Carole Kretschman\, 608-577-3243\n\n\n\nWe feel the presence of the Holy One even more strongly than when we center by ourselves. … Our prayer has less outward distractions for that hour than if we center at home. … Having the group supports us in our prayer life.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/centering-prayer-groups-4th-wednesday/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer Groups,Community of Communities,Oblates,Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly
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SUMMARY:Advent Series: Making Our Way in the Wilderness (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Several of the scripture texts we’ll hear this Advent season draw our attention to the wilderness. The gospel writers highlight John the Baptist – a man living in the desert\, his voice crying in the wilderness – as the one heralding the arrival of the Christ. The prophet Isaiah calls the people to prepare a way in the wilderness for this arrival. Monastics in the early centuries went into desert wildernesses specifically to clear a path so that the Spirit could more easily reach their souls. We have all had desert experiences at one time or another; we have all found ourselves wandering in the wilderness. Be a part of this Advent contemplative community\, together considering how it is precisely in those very wilderness times we are invited to prepare a path for the Christ spirit to enter our lives\, our hearts. \nEach 90-minute session has a short period of introduction to a sacred writing\, a person\, a reflection or image and time for both small and large group conversation. Each session is also punctuated with contemplative practices such as statio (moments of silence)\, lectio divina (sacred reading)\, visio divina (sacred seeing). \nDates/Times\nIN-PERSON – Tuesdays\, 10:00-11:30 am \n\nDec. 1\nDec. 8\nDec. 15\n\nConsider extending your experience by staying longer and attending optional prayer and/or lunch at the monastery. There is a fee for lunch if you decide to stay. \n\n11:45 am – Midday Prayer: All are welcome to join the sisters’ community and guests for communal prayer in the Oratory (lower level of the monastery building). Click to learn more about prayer at Holy Wisdom Monastery.\n12:00 pm – Lunch ($19): Enjoy a delicious meal prepared fresh by our chefs. Email retreats@holywisdommonastery.org to reserve your meal 48 hours in advance. Please specify which date/dates you wish to stay for lunch.\n\nVIRTUAL – Wednesdays\, 6:30-8:00 pm \n\nDec. 2\nDec. 9\nDec. 16\n\nProgram Leader – Pam Shellberg\n \nPam is the director of spiritual nourishment at Holy Wisdom Monastery. As a lifelong student\, educator\, and scripture scholar\, it is always a special joy for her to offer an experience of contemplative engagement with sacred texts. \n  \n  \nCost\nThere are three options to attend or watch the Advent series sessions: \n\n$37 per person for in-person sessions (Dec. 1\, Dec. 8\, Dec. 15)\n$37 per screen for virtual sessions (Dec. 2\, Dec. 9\, Dec. 16)\n$37 per person for recorded virtual sessions (sent out after each virtual session)\n\nRegister\nPlease register by November 25\, 2026 for the in-person or virtual Advent series. If you need to cancel your registration\, there are no refunds\, but you are welcome to share your registration with someone who could come in your place.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/advent-series-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Clergy Renewal,Community of Communities,Oblates,Prayer and Worship,Spirituality Programs,Sunday Assembly
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SUMMARY:Advent Series: Making Our Way in the Wilderness (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Several of the scripture texts we’ll hear this Advent season draw our attention to the wilderness. The gospel writers highlight John the Baptist – a man living in the desert\, his voice crying in the wilderness – as the one heralding the arrival of the Christ. The prophet Isaiah calls the people to prepare a way in the wilderness for this arrival. Monastics in the early centuries went into desert wildernesses specifically to clear a path so that the Spirit could more easily reach their souls. We have all had desert experiences at one time or another; we have all found ourselves wandering in the wilderness. Be a part of this Advent contemplative community\, together considering how it is precisely in those very wilderness times we are invited to prepare a path for the Christ spirit to enter our lives\, our hearts. \nSchedule\nEach 90-minute session has a short period of introduction to a sacred writing\, a person\, a reflection\, or image and time for both small and large group conversation. Each session is also punctuated with contemplative practices such as statio (moments of silence)\, lectio divina (sacred reading)\, visio divina (sacred seeing). \nDates/Times\nIN-PERSON – Tuesdays\, 10:00-11:30 am \n\nDec. 1\nDec. 8\nDec. 15\n\nConsider extending your experience by staying longer and attending optional prayer and/or lunch at the monastery. There is a fee for lunch if you decide to stay. \n\n11:45 am – Midday Prayer: All are welcome to join the sisters’ community and guests for communal prayer in the Oratory (lower level of the monastery building). Click to learn more about prayer at Holy Wisdom Monastery.\n12:00 pm – Lunch ($19): Enjoy a delicious meal prepared fresh by our chefs. Email retreats@holywisdommonastery.org to reserve your meal 48 hours in advance. Please specify which date/dates you wish to stay for lunch.\n\nVIRTUAL – Wednesdays\, 6:30-8:00 pm \n\nDec. 2\nDec. 9\nDec. 16\n\nProgram Leader – Pam Shellberg\n \nPam is the director of spiritual nourishment at Holy Wisdom Monastery. As a lifelong student\, educator\, and scripture scholar\, it is always a special joy for her to offer an experience of contemplative engagement with sacred texts. \n  \n  \nCost\nThere are three options to attend or watch the Advent series sessions: \n\n$37 per person for in-person sessions (Dec. 1\, Dec. 8\, Dec. 15)\n$37 per screen for virtual sessions (Dec. 2\, Dec. 9\, Dec. 16)\n$37 per person for recorded virtual sessions (sent out after each virtual session)\n\nRegister\nPlease register by November 25\, 2026 for the in-person or virtual Advent series. If you need to cancel your registration\, there are no refunds\, but you are welcome to share your registration with someone who could come in your place.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/advent-series-virtual-26/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Connect to the program with computer or phone.\, WI
CATEGORIES:Center for Clergy Renewal,Community of Communities,Oblates,Prayer and Worship,Spirituality Programs,Sunday Assembly
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