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SUMMARY:Volunteer Appreciation Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Have you volunteered with Holy Wisdom Monastery? We want to thank you! Please join us for our Volunteer Appreciation Lunch at Holy Wisdom Monastery on April 9\, 2026. This is the sisters’ and coworkers’ way of expressing our gratitude for all the time and effort you have generously given to our communities. We hope you can join us for a delicious meal and some well-deserved recognition for your hard work. This lunch is open to all monastery volunteers\, including those who support our communities (Oblates\, Friends of Wisdom Prairie\, Sunday Assembly\, Center for Clergy Renewal) and those who support our general operations (kitchen\, front desk\, committees\, board\, etc.). \nReservations will be accepted until April 2nd. \nSchedule\n11:45 am – Midday prayer (optional) \n12:00 pm – Lunch is served \n12:30 pm – Comments/thanks \nCost\nMonastery volunteers are invited to a free lunch. \nRegister\nPlease register below for this event by April 2\, 2026\, so we know how much food to prepare.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/volunteer-appreciation-lunch-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Clergy Renewal,Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Oblates,Sunday Assembly,Volunteers
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SUMMARY:Family Gathering
DESCRIPTION:All families with children are invited to Family Gathering on Saturday\, April 18\, 3:00-6:00 pm. \nJoin us for a Family Gathering to experience the joy of anticipation in community. At this event\, school-age children will gather to learn and play together\, and childcare for the littlest ones is provided. Parents and caregivers will have some free-choice time to enjoy all the Monastery has to offer. The gathering will conclude with a shared meal. \nChildren ages 6-9 are invited to join Sarah Wilkin Gibart for prayer and creative work time. \nParents\, this is an opportunity to enjoy the monastery and catch a breath in this busy season! You may choose to join in the children’s program\, or take in the art exhibit\, relax in the library\, bring a project of your own\, or simply have time for coffee and conversation. \nRegistration cost includes a simple entree prepared by the culinary team using fresh\, seasonal offerings (families may also wish to bring a side dish or dessert to share). \nSchedule\n3:00 pm – Gather\n~3:30-5:15 pm – Programming/free time\n5:15 pm – Dinner\n6:00 pm – Adjourn \nLeader\nSarah Wilkin Gibart is a teacher of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd who leads regular Children’s Prayer during Sunday Assembly worship. Nichole Rasmus (formerly Nichole Fromm)\, our Childcare and Support Specialist\, will provide childcare for the younger children. \nCost\n$25/family \nQuestions\nPlease contact Sarah: sjwilkin09@gmail.com or Nichole: nrasmus@holywisdommonastery.org with any questions. \nRegistration\nPlease register by April 8\, 2026.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/family-gathering-apr-18-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childcare Ministry,Children's Ministry,Holy Wisdom Monastery
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids 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. \nApril 19 – Signs of Spring \nJoin us as we look for emergent plants\, animals and insects. Depending on the weather\, we may find nectar sources for emerging bumble bees and hear frogs calling around Lost Lake. Together we will share in an action to celebrate Earth Day.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kotp-apr-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Outings and Tours,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids 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. \nMay 17 – Looking at Birds. \nMigration is happening! Families will have an opportunity for watch birds and see how they spend their time. What are they eating? Bring your binoculars or use ours. We’ll look for bluebirds that nest at the Monastery. Maybe we will hear a Sandhill Crane?
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kotp-may-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Outings and Tours,Sunday Assembly
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SUMMARY:Taizé Prayer for Pentecost
DESCRIPTION:Prayer in the spirit of the Taizé community is a meditative form of common prayer. Gathered in the presence of Christ\, we sing uncomplicated\, repetitive songs\, allowing the mystery of God to become tangible through the beauty of simplicity and invoking the Holy Spirit to enter our prayer. \nSchedule\n6:00 pm – Taizé will begin \nCost and Registration\nThere is no cost to attend the Taizé prayer\, but please register below by May 21st so we may plan accordingly.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/pentecost-taize-26/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly,Taizé Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T120000
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SUMMARY:Wonder & Hope: A Courage & Renewal® Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Are you seeking ways to focus on positivity “these days”? \nRegister and join us for a spacious weekend at Holy Wisdom Monastery for Wonder & Hope: A Courage & Renewal® Experience\, May 29-31\, 2026. Within the abundance of Holy Wisdom\, our retreat sessions will focus on grounding ourselves within touchstones of presence\, welcome\, listening to our inner teacher\, turning to the wonder of how grace moves in our lives\, and carrying hope forward. \nParticipants comment that “the welcoming spirit\, the quiet\, the art and poetry\, the kindness and the experience of community” support their participation in a variety of experience during the weekend retreat. We trust that the spirit of renewal will move within you during your time in an active circle of participants\, time in silence\, and opportunities to be in Wisdom Prairie. Bring yourself just as you are — All Are Welcome! \nThis retreat is based on the Courage & Renewal approach\, Center for Courage & Renewal® founded by Parker J Palmer\, PhD \n  “Hope is holding a creative tension between what is and what could and should be\,\n    each day doing something to narrow the distance between the two.” -Parker J Palmer\, PhD \nSchedule\nFriday\, May 29 \n3:00 pm – Check-in for retreatants staying in the RGH \n6:30 pm – Registration \n7:00 pm – Session One \nSaturday\, May 30 \n9:00-10:15 am– Session Two \n10:15-10:30 am – Break \n10:30 am-12:00 pm – Session Three \n12:00-1:30 pm – Lunch and Free time \n1:30-3:00 pm – Session Four \n3:00-3:30 pm – Break \n3:30-5:00 pm – Session Five \n5:15 pm – Dinner \nSunday\, May 31 \n10:00 am-12:00 pm – Session Six \nLeaders – Mary Louise Peters\, MSE & Amy Christianson\, EdD\n \n  \nMary Louise Peters is a Courage & Renewal® Facilitator\, providing retreats and renewal experiences since 2010. She has worked as an educator and consultant at local\, state and national levels to improve early childhood and special education for children and families\, teaching practices and conditions for staff\, and state educational systems. \n  \n  \n \n  \nAmy Christianson recently completed the Courage & Renewal® Practicum Program. Amy has been a participant in a number of seasonal and Circle of Trust retreats. She has a long professional career in education within early childhood\, K-12 and higher education settings. Amy’s background includes educational leadership\, organizational change and working with diverse populations. \n\n\n  \n\nCost\n$250 commuter; $435 residential \nRegister\nPlease register by May 21\, 2026. The maximum number of participants is 18 and registration will close when full. \nCancellation policy – if you register but must cancel your registration\, you can receive a 75% refund up until May 21\, 2026. After that\, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/wonder-and-hope-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Holy Wisdom Monastery,Prayer and Worship,Retreats,Seasonal Retreats,Spirituality Programs
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids 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. \nJune 14 – Lost Lake Critters \nWho 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.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kotp-jun-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Community of Communities,Environmental Education,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Outings and Tours,Sunday Assembly
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SUMMARY:Feast of Benedict & Scholastica Brunch
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for the Feast of Benedict and Scholastica Brunch on Sunday\, July 12\, 2026 following Sunday Assembly. \nFeast of Benedict and Scholastica Brunch\nAn 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. \nMenu\n\nFrittata (gluten-free)\nVegetarian frittata (gluten-free)\nFresh fruit\nRoasted potatoes\n\nSchedule\n\n10:15 am – Gather in the Guest Dining Room\n\nCost & Registration\nThere is no cost to participants for this event\, but we encourage registration to plan accordingly. \nPlease register by July 4\, 2026. The food menu for this event is set and cannot accommodate certain dietary restrictions.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/feast-of-benedict-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T120000
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SUMMARY:Kids on the Prairie
DESCRIPTION:Explore nature’s beauty and surprises!\nKids 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. \nAugust 9 – Pollinators Everywhere \nExplore Wisdom Prairie. See what is blooming and buzzing. Look for flowers everywhere. How many different kinds can you find? What bugs do you see? Why are those Bumble Bees buzzing?
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kotp-aug-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
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