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SUMMARY:Family Gathering
DESCRIPTION:All families with children are invited to a special Advent Family Gathering\, Saturday\, December 20\, 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. We will explore the rich theme of Advent in the spirit of the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. \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.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/family-gathering-dec-25/
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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ORGANIZER;CN="Nichole Rasmus":MAILTO:nfromm@holywisdommonastery.org
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SUMMARY:Longest Night Taizé Prayer Service
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a contemplative Taizé Prayer near the winter solstice\, the shortest day and longest night of the year\, to reflect on our loss\, grief\, sadness and loneliness. This event will replace our regular midday prayer at 11:45 am. The event will take place in the Monastery Assembly Room. \nConsider extending your experience by staying longer and attending lunch at the monastery. There is a fee for lunch if you decide to stay. \n\n12:00 pm – Lunch ($18): Enjoy a delicious meal prepared fresh by our chefs.\n\nSchedule\n11:00 am – Taizé will begin \nCost and Registration\nThere is no cost to attend the Taizé prayer\, but please register below by December 15th\, 2025 so we may plan accordingly.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/longest-night-25/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly,Taizé Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T100000
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SUMMARY:Advent Brunch
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to the Advent Brunch on Sunday\, Dec. 7 at 10:00 am\, after Sunday Assembly worship\, to welcome the season. Please bring a festive side dish or sweets to share. We will provide an egg dish. \nCello students of George Teague will play music in the gathering area during the brunch.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/advent-brunch-25/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Hospitality,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021036
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SUMMARY:Advent Series: Ask a Sign of Your God (virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The words of Isaiah\, from the Christian Old Testament\, were given to an ancient people in times of great political\, economic and spiritual upheaval. Poetic and prophetic – they were words of warning and admonishment\, and also reassurance and encouragement. Isaiah was tremendously influential on the heart of Jesus; this Advent we have the chance to open our hearts to that same influence through words\nthat echo from a time past into our own times of upheaval. Join us for conversation\, reflection\, and a contemplative consideration of these beautiful poetic and prophetic texts – inspiring our spiritual imaginations\, leading us to an ancient well of wisdom\, and offering a through-line of hope. This series is open to adults. \nSchedule\nEach gathering will include some teachings\, reflections and small group conversations\, and a time of contemplation on a text\, a piece of art – writing\, images\, poetry or music. \nDates/Times\nIN-PERSON – Tuesdays\, 10:00-11:30 am \n\nDec. 2\nDec. 9\nDec. 16\n\nVIRTUAL – Wednesdays\, 6:30-8:00 pm \n\nDec. 3\nDec. 10\nDec. 17\n\nProgram Leader – Pam Shellberg\n \nPam Shellberg is the director of spiritual nourishment at Holy Wisdom\, a teacher\, a scripture scholar and a contemplative. She is eager to explore sacred texts in community with others\, through historical and contemplative lenses\, so that mystery\, wisdom\, courage and hope might be gifts received. \n  \nCost\n$35 per person or per screen for the series \nIf you are attending the in-person series\, consider staying after for a delicious lunch prepared by our chef. \nPlease contact retreats@holywisdommonastery.org\, 48 hours before the date(s) you wish to purchase lunch. The cost of one lunch is $18/person. \nRegister\nPlease register by Dec. 1\, 2025 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-2025-virtual/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251202T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021036
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SUMMARY:Advent Series: Ask a Sign of Your God (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:The words of Isaiah\, from the Christian Old Testament\, were given to an ancient people in times of great political\, economic and spiritual upheaval. Poetic and prophetic – they were words of warning and admonishment\, and also reassurance and encouragement. Isaiah was tremendously influential on the heart of Jesus; this Advent we have the chance to open our hearts to that same influence through words that echo from a time past into our own times of upheaval. Join us for conversation\, reflection\, and a contemplative consideration of these beautiful poetic and prophetic texts – inspiring our spiritual imaginations\, leading us to an ancient well of wisdom\, and offering a through-line of hope. This series is open to adults. \nSchedule\nEach gathering will include some teachings\, reflections and small group conversations\, and a time of contemplation on a text\, a piece of art – writing\, images\, poetry or music. \nDates/Times\nIN-PERSON – Tuesdays\, 10:00-11:30 am \n\nDec. 2\nDec. 9\nDec. 16\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 ($18): 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. 3\nDec. 10\nDec. 17\n\nProgram Leader – Pam Shellberg\n \nPam Shellberg is the director of spiritual nourishment at Holy Wisdom\, a teacher\, a scripture scholar and a contemplative. She is eager to explore sacred texts in community with others\, through historical and contemplative lenses\, so that mystery\, wisdom\, courage and hope might be gifts received. \n  \nCost\n$35 per person or per screen for the series \nIf you are attending the in-person series\, consider staying after for a delicious lunch prepared by our chef. \nPlease contact retreats@holywisdommonastery.org\, 48 hours before the date(s) you wish to purchase lunch. The cost of one lunch is $18/person. \nRegister\nPlease register by Dec. 1\, 2025 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-2025-in-person/
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:Hospitality Sunday
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to Hospitality Sunday\, following 9:00 am Sunday Assembly worship on the last Sunday of the month\, for a time of fellowship and food. You are invited to bring refreshments to share. Please provide a small sign if your treat includes nuts or alcohol.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/hospitality-sunday-2025/2025-11-30/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Hospitality,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251109T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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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. \nNovember 9 – Join Us for a Celebration of Our Year!\nWe’ll take a short walk near the gardens and Lost Lake listening and looking for signs of life. Afterward\, wrap up the season with a slide show of 2025 KOTP activities\, games\, hot chocolate and cider.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-28/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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SUMMARY:Holy Wisdom Monastery Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, October 19\, 2025 at 10:30 am for the Holy Wisdom Monastery Annual Meeting. We invite you to attend virtually via Zoom\, or in-person in the monastery dining room. Whether you are a member of one of our communities or a curious supporter\, we welcome all to join us. You will hear from sisters and coworkers about Holy Wisdom’s mission\, financial position\, future priorities\, and other projects around the monastery. \nSchedule\n9:00 am – Sunday Assembly Worship (all are welcome)\n10:30 am – Annual Meeting \nRegister\nThere is no cost for this event. Please register by October 19\, 2025.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/holy-wisdom-monastery-annual-meeting/
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Signe Lee":MAILTO:slee@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T144042Z
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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. \nOctober 12 – Trees\, Trees\, Trees\nExplore woodlands and savanna. What are trees doing over the winter? Make bark and leaf rubbings. Look for places for insects and animals to shelter from winter cold and snow. Listen to the forest. \nNovember 9 – Join Us for a Celebration of Our Year!\nWe’ll take a short walk near the gardens and Lost Lake listening and looking for signs of life. Afterward\, wrap up the season with a slide show of 2025 Kids on the Prairie activities\, games\, hot chocolate and cider.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-27/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251012T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T202607Z
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SUMMARY:Solidarity Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Solidarity Sunday\, observed every year on a Sunday in October\, is a faith-based anti-violence initiative. Dignity USA initiated Solidarity Sunday in 1995 as a way of making opposition to anti-gay violence visible. Sunday Assembly members commemorate Solidarity Sunday to support and affirm the LGBTQ+ persons in our community.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/solidarity-sunday-3/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250321T203023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T203128Z
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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. \nSeptember 14 – Apple Picking\, Cider Tasting and Seed Collection\nTaste the goodness of organically grown Monastery apples. Learn about seeds and collect prairie seeds to renew the prairie. Each family will get some seeds to take home.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250810T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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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 10 – Butterflies and Bugs\nGet up close to insects on flowers. Look for monarchs and other insects. Find out what they are doing on different common plants.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-25/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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SUMMARY:Celebration of Monastic Profession and Feast of Benedict & Scholastica Brunch
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for the Celebration of Monastic Profession and Feast of Benedict and Scholastica Brunch on Sunday\, July 13\, 2025. \nCelebration of Monastic Profession\nWe will celebrate Sister Lynne Smith\, OSB’s 25th anniversary of her monastic profession and the one year anniversary of her election as prioress. Sister Lynne will renew her promises to monastic life and the sisters’ community during Sunday Assembly worship. All are welcome. \nFeast of Benedict and Scholastica Brunch\nStay after Sunday Assembly worship for the annual Feast of Benedict and Scholastica Brunch. The food will be provided by the sisters. \nSchedule\nSunday\, July 13\, 2025: \n\nSunday Assembly Eucharist and Celebration of Monastic Profession – 9:00-10:15 am – Monastery Assembly Room\nFeast of Benedict & Scholastica Brunch – 10:15 am-12:00 pm – Monastery Guest Dining Room\n\nReflection on 25 Years\nClick here to read Sister Lynne Smith\, OSB’s reflection on 25 years as a Sister at Holy Wisdom Monastery. \nCost\nThere is no cost to participants for this event. \nRegister\nPlease register by July 6\, 2025.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/feast-of-benedict-brunch/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250622T120000
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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 22 –  Explore Wisdom Prairie\nSee what’s blooming and buzzing. Look for flowers everywhere even on shrubs and conifers. Make a flower rubbing. How many different kinds of flowers will we find?
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-23/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250615T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250502T203647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T153129Z
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SUMMARY:Blessing and Rededication of Monastery Piano
DESCRIPTION:Last year\, the Monastery’s custom built Schimmel grand piano was refurbished with a generous gift from oblate and Sunday Assembly member Sherri Hansen in memory of her late husband\, Scott Shimanski. Join us on Sunday\, June 15th\, at 2:00 pm for a free concert celebrating this gift to our community. There will also be a formal dedication of the instrument by Sister Lynne Smith\, OSB. \nParticipants on the program will include Bill Frederick\, Sherri Hansen\, Grace Rosholt\, George Teague and Patrick Terry. Works by Saint-Saëns\, Bérlioz\, Debussy\, Schubert\, Schumann and many more! Please join us for an afternoon reprieve and reverie in the midst of these angst-filled times\, celebrating not only this gift\, but the power of music to soothe\, comfort\, and heal. \nCost\nThere is no cost for this event \nRegister\nPlease register by June 14\, 2025. \n \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/blessing-of-the-piano/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Concerts,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250321T202420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T202540Z
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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 18 – Birds and Binoculars\nFamilies will have an opportunity to watch birds\, move like a Sandhill Crane\, and peek in on a Bluebird nest. We’ll have kid friendly binoculars for kids to try. Migration is happening. What are all those birds eating?
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-22/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250220T201044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T205227Z
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SUMMARY:Meditation & Prayer Through Sacred Dance
DESCRIPTION:Body movement and rhythmic dance is a natural human behavior in most of the world. Unfortunately\, not all religious leaders see it that way. A 1975 Vatican advisory\, “Dance in the Liturgy\,” acknowledged that some non-Western cultures still retain liturgical dancing and may therefore be appropriate\, but not so in the West. The union of dance and religion in the West has long been severed except within the Black church and among some white Pentecostals. \nNevertheless\, dance is a normal\, healthy human activity. In Christian and Jewish scriptures\, Miriam leads dancing to celebrate crossing the Red Sea\, King David dances in worship\, and within many Psalms\, God is praised by dancing. It is our tradition. Dancing becomes sacred when we acknowledge a higher power\, when we give thanks for our existence\, and when we understand we are all connected in and to the cosmos in which we live and have our being. \nCarla DeSola\, a pioneer and advocate of sacred dance for over 40 years\, writes\, “Dancing is like a beautiful garment\, a garment in which the Spirit moves and delights…When we dance we can recognize our own beauty…and with all creation simply be\, thus spontaneously praising God.” \nNo dance knowledge is necessary and participants will be encouraged to move as much or as little as they feel and are able. Come\, try on this beautiful garment. \nSchedule\n4:30-4:45 – Introductions\, parameters\, and stretching\n4:45-4:50 – Silencing and centering ourselves in the Benedictine tradition\n4:50-5:20 – Body movement (dancing) to the spiritual music of Hildegard of Bingen\n5:20-5:30 – Slowly “cool down” and centering ourselves before our departure \nLeader – David Couper\nDavid Couper is an Episcopal priest\, member of our Sunday Assembly and Benedictine oblate. He continues to lead an active physical and spiritual life into his later years. For many years he was a teacher of Asian martial arts where he often introduced his students to music and dance during their training. Some of you may remember him as Madison’s Chief of Police from 1972-1993. \nCost\nPlease consider a free will offering for the monastery. \nRegistration\nPlease register with the button below by Apr. 22\, 2025. \n \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/meditation-prayer-through-sacred-dance/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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SUMMARY:Easter Sunday Worship
DESCRIPTION:Join us in joyful celebration at Easter Sunday Worship\, 9:00 am in the Monastery Assembly Room. We gather to proclaim Christ risen\, in scripture\, in song\, in baptismal renewal and Eucharist.\n\nHospitality will follow worship in the Monastery Dining Room. Please bring a delicious treat to share!
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/easter-sunday-worship/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
GEO:43.1211199;-89.4520998
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250419T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250326T172632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T172632Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Vigil
DESCRIPTION:You are welcome to join us for the Easter Vigil at 7:00 pm in the Monastery Assembly Room. On this night we proclaim the Risen Christ in scripture\, in song and in baptismal renewal. We will bless new fire and water and break bread together.\n\nAfter worship you are invited to stay for a social. Please bring a delicious treat to share in the Monastery Dining Room.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/easter-vigil-8/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
GEO:43.1211199;-89.4520998
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250326T171428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T171923Z
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SUMMARY:Good Friday Worship
DESCRIPTION:Join us for worship on Good Friday in the Monastery Assembly Room at 3:00 pm. Through the veneration of the cross and prayers of intercession\, we respond to the passion of Jesus. All are welcome.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/good-friday-worship-3/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250326T171834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T171834Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Thursday Worship
DESCRIPTION:Holy Thursday Worship begins at 6:00 pm in the Monastery Assembly Room with the Liturgy of the Word\, foot washing\, Eucharist\, Clearing of the Altar\, prayer and meditation. The offering today will go to help local food pantries. All are welcome.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/holy-thursday-worship-2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
GEO:43.1211199;-89.4520998
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250417T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250420T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250220T193740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T205200Z
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SUMMARY:Holy Week Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend this extended silent retreat in which retreatants will have these opportunities: \n\nto attend the Holy week liturgies with the sisters and others\nto participate in optional contemplative engagements (e.g. lectio divina) with the texts\, liturgies and prayers of the week\nto rest in the freedom from social expectations to speak or otherwise be engaged\nto share a deep experience of the mysteries of Holy Week in a community of people seeking the same.\n\nSchedule\nThursday\, April 17 \n\n\n\n4:00 pm\nOrientation\nRetreat & Guest House (RGH)113\n\n\n4:30 pm\nBrief introduction to the weekend and to each other\nRGH 113\n\n\n5:00 pm\nDinner and continued orientation\nMembers of Sunday Assembly and other guests at tonight’s liturgy will be sharing a meal in the Monastery Guest Dining Room. We will go through the serving line and eat in the smaller Community Dining Room. We will meet the sisters\, complete the orientation and then have some time to gather – if you wish to do so – with the other guests.\nMonastery Community Dining Room\n\n\n6:00 pm\nHoly Thursday Liturgy\nAfter this liturgy\, we enter into silence until Sat. dinner\nMonastery Assembly Room\n\n\n8:30-9:30 pm\nCompanioned silence\nRGH 113\n\n\n\n  \nFriday\, April 18 \n\n\n\n\nBreakfast on your own\nRGH 108\n\n\n7:35 am\nCentering prayer (optional)\nMonastery Oratory\n\n\n8:00 am\nMorning prayer (optional)\nMonastery Oratory\n\n\n10:00 am\nLectio divina and contemplative dialogue to prepare for Good Friday liturgy\nRGH 113\n\n\n11:45 am\nMidday prayer (optional)\nMonastery Oratory\n\n\nNoon\nLunch (in silence)\nMonastery Guest Dining Room\n\n\n3:00 pm\nGood Friday liturgy\nMonastery Assembly Room\n\n\n5:00 pm\nDinner (in silence)\nMonastery Guest Dining Room\n\n\n7:30-9:30 pm\nCompanioned silence\nRGH 113\n\n\n\n  \nSaturday\, April 19 \n\n\n\n\nBreakfast on your own\nRGH 108\n\n\n7:35 am\nCentering prayer (optional)\nMonastery Oratory\n\n\n8:00 am\nMorning prayer (optional)\nMonastery Oratory\n\n\n10:00 am\nLectio divina and contemplative dialogue to prepare for Easter Vigil liturgy\nRGH 113\n\n\n11:45 am\nMidday prayer (optional)\nMonastery Oratory\n\n\nNoon\nLunch (in silence)\nMonastery Guest Dining Room\n\n\nAfternoon\nAfternoon spent in silence\nRGH 113 for companioned silence\n\n\n5:00 pm\nDinner (we break the silence)\nMonastery Guest Dining Room\n\n\n7:30 pm\nEaster Vigil\nMonastery Assembly Room\n\n\nAfter Vigil\nRefreshments\nMonastery Guest Dining Room\n\n\n\nMeet for companioned conversation about the retreat\, and a closing ritual for those departing early\nRGH 113\n\n\n\n  \nSunday\, April 20 \n\n\n\n\nBreakfast on your own\nRGH 108\n\n\n8:00 am\nMorning prayer (optional)\nMonastery Oratory\n\n\n9:00 am\nEaster Sunday Eucharist\nMonastery Assembly Room\n\n\nImmediately following Eucharist\nA final gathering from which we take leave from one another\nMonastery Oratory\n\n\n11:30 am\nDeparture\n\n\n\n\n  \nFacilitator – Pam Shellberg\nPam is the director of spiritual nourishment at Holy Wisdom Monastery. As a scripture scholar and educator\, she is eager invite people into a deeper appreciation of the texts that shape the Holy Week liturgies. As someone with a contemplative spirit\, she is eager to co-create with retreatants a rich and meaningful experience of silence. \nCost\n$340/person\, includes silent retreat\, overnights on Thursday\, Friday and Saturday; dinners on Thursday\, Friday and Saturday; lunches on Friday and Saturday; and breakfasts on Friday\, Saturday and Sunday. \nRegistration\nRegistration is closed because the rooms are full. \nThere is a 75% refund for cancellations before the April 4 registration deadline\, a 50% refund after the registration deadline until the start of the retreat on April 17\, 2025. \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/holy-week-silent-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Prayer and Worship,Retreats,Sunday Assembly
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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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 13 – Spring is Everywhere \nOn a walk to Lost Lake\, we’ll see and hear Red-winged Blackbirds\, Ducks\, turtles and frogs. We’ll look for spring flowers and changes to the landscape. What evidence can we find for critter activity over the winter and now?
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/kids-on-the-prairie-21/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Kids on the Prairie,Sunday Assembly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Julie Melton":MAILTO:jmelton@uwalumni.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T100000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T194841Z
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SUMMARY:Palm Sunday Worship
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Worship on Palm Sunday\, April 13 at 9:00 am in the Monastery Assembly Room. We will gather for the blessing of the palms\, Palm Sunday Procession\, the reading of the Passion of Jesus and Eucharist.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/palm-sunday-worship-2/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly
ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T221348Z
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SUMMARY:Taizé Prayer & Soup Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for Lenten Taizé prayer at Holy Wisdom Monastery on Friday April 4\, 2025 beginning at 11:00 am in the Assembly Room\, in place of midday prayer. We will sing songs of love and contemplation with the choir and instrumentalists leading. \nThen\, at noon\, all are invited to join the sisters for a simple soup lunch prepared by Chef Felipe Saint-Martin in the guest dining room. Please join us for good food and conversation!  \nCost\nThere is no cost – the office of Worship and Music is hosting this lunch. \nRegister\nPlease register below by March 28\, 2025 to reserve your lunch.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/taize-prayer-soup-lunch/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Prayer and Worship,Sunday Assembly,Taizé Prayer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bill Frederick":MAILTO:bfrederick@holywisdommonastery.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T190847Z
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SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:On Ash Wednesday\, March 5th all are invited to join the sisters for midday prayer with ashes at 11:45 am in the Oratory. You may also join us in the Assembly Room at 5:30 pm for the Liturgy of the Word with ashes. The choir will sing.\n\nOur Lenten practice at the monastery throughout the season of Lent and Holy Week\, is that silence be observed in the Assembly Room 10 minutes before Sunday Assembly Liturgy begins. We suggest using this time to center ourselves before our Creator. The greeters will keep the doors of the Assembly Room closed so that conversation in the gathering area does not disrupt this important time of prayer.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/ash-wednesday-5/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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SUMMARY:Ash Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:On Ash Wednesday\, March 5th all are invited to join the sisters for midday prayer with ashes at 11:45 am in the Oratory. You may also join us in the Assembly Room at 5:30 pm for the Liturgy of the Word with ashes. The choir will sing.\n\nOur Lenten practice at the monastery throughout the season of Lent and Holy Week\, is that silence be observed in the Assembly Room 10 minutes before Sunday Assembly Liturgy begins. We suggest using this time to center ourselves before our Creator. The greeters will keep the doors of the Assembly Room closed so that conversation in the gathering area does not disrupt this important time of prayer.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/ash-wednesday-4/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250202T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
CREATED:20250110T120552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T192106Z
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SUMMARY:Monastic Monologues
DESCRIPTION:Monastic Monologues: Bringing Light to the Dark Days of Winter\nAre you ready for an afternoon filled with wonder\, adventure and unforgettable tales? Come join our community to listen to storytellers – an event where the power of storytelling comes to life. Whether it’s a heart-pounding journey through distant lands\, a laugh-out-loud antidote or a poignant moment that tugs at your heartstrings\, our tellers have special stories for you. \nThis is more than just listening – it’s an experience that builds community\, offers hospitality and weaves a magic that speaks to your imagination and connects us all. \nCome for the stories\, stay for the magic! \nSchedule\n1:30 pm – Doors open\n2:00 pm – Monastic Monologues begins\n3:00 pm – Intermission and refreshments\n4:00 pm – Event ends \nStorytellers\, Musicians & Emcee\nEmcee: Bill Santner \nStorytellers: Jane Barnard\, Jean Feraca\, Terry Larson\, Janet Neurauter\, Susan Santner\, Erin Ruzicka Trondson \nMusicians: Bill Frederick (soloist)\, Steve Johnson (piano accompanist)\, George Teague (cello)\, Patrick Terry (mezzo tenor) \n\n\n\n\n	Jane Barnard is a Madison writer\, visual artist and watercolor teacher. She's reading from her memoir-inprogress entitled Poetry as Pain Relief\, her spiritual journey of surviving dark times with beauty\, with humor and with grace. She celebrates the artists who have seeped into her bones\, to soothe her loneliness and bring her joy. \n\n\n	 Bill Frederick is the Director of Worship and Music at Holy Wisdom Monastery. He studied voice at the University of Wisconsin - Platteville earning a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance under the tutelage of Dr. Gerald Darrow. He has been leading music and liturgy in various churches full time over the past 40 years. He and Steve Johnson founded Enter the Season with Song\, 33 years ago\, a group of musicians who gather for Christmas and summer concerts over the years. The group recorded 3 CDs and every dollar from every concert raised was given to various charities\, totaling $250\,000. \n\n\n	 Steve Johnson is the Director of Music Ministry at St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church in Madison. He has worked for the past 30+ years in various churches as Director of Liturgy and Music. Steve studied voice and piano at the University of Wisconsin - Madison earning a degree in k-12 music education.  \n\n\n	Terry Larson subscribes to the notion that our bodies are made of stardust and our souls are made of stories. Storytelling connects us to the divine within ourselves and within one another. \n\n\n	Janet Neurauter's first time on stage was as a reindeer in her 2nd grade Holiday pageant and was actively involved in theater throughout school and with the Nicolet Players in Rhinelander\, WI. She enjoys writing short stories and monologues and is working on her second play. \n\n\n	Susan Santner is a highly versatile and passionate storyteller with a wealth of experience. She’s a featured teller at state and regional festivals\, schools\, library systems\, and service clubs. Her roles as an actress\, theatre director\, puppeteer\, and librarian further highlight her creativity and dedication to the arts\, particularly in storytelling. She brings a dynamic and multi-faceted approach to her storytelling\, likely creating immersive\, captivating experiences for her listeners. \n\n\n	George Teague is a Madison-based cellist and teacher. He maintains an active studio of students at home in Madison and at UW - Stevens Point. George received his performance degrees from Northern Arizona University and the Chicago College of Performing Arts.\n\n\n	Patrick Terry was born and raised in Janesville\, Wisconsin\, and has been heard on operatic stages across the world. Career highlights include singing Eustazio at the Glyndebourne Festival\, Rinaldo with the Minnesota Opera\, Rosencrantz with the Bayerische Staatsoper\, and premiering Brett Dean’s “In this brief moment” with the Elbphilharmonie. He earned degrees from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities\, The Royal Academy of Music in London\, and was the first countertenor to join the Jette Parker Young Artist program at The Royal Opera House Covent Garden. \n\n\n	Erin Ruzicka Trondson is the winner of the third annual Apprentice House Chapbook Competition for her manuscript Nesting. Her current manuscript was a finalist for the Lena-Miles Wever Todd Poetry Prize. Erin’s poetry has also appeared in numerous publications. She was a day fellow at Edenfred’s art residency program\, part of the Terry Family Foundation in Madison. \n\n\n\n\nCost\nPlease consider a free will offering for the monastery. \nRegister\nThis event is for those 16 years and older. \nPlease register with the button below so we know how many people to expect and so we can contact you with additional details if needed. \n \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/monastic-monologues/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Benedictine Women of Madison,Center for Clergy Renewal,Community of Communities,Friends of Wisdom Prairie,Oblates,Sunday Assembly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241225T100000
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CREATED:20241218T144555Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Day Worship
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the joy of Christmas with worship on Christmas Day\, Wed.\, Dec. 25\, at 9:00 am. This service takes place in the monastery building assembly room. All are welcome! 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/christmas-day-worship-2/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T021037
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Worship
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the joy of Christmas with worship on Christmas Eve\, Tues.\, Dec. 24\, at 4:00 pm\, starting with prelude music sung by the choir. This service takes place in the monastery building assembly room. All are welcome!
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/christmas-eve-worship-2/
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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