Service at 7:00 pm, followed by social We gather to hear the stories of salvation history. The liturgy continues with the lighting of the new fire and the Easter candle. The Exsultet is sung followed by the Liturgy of the Word, culminating in the great “Alleluia” and the Easter Gospel. The Easter water is blessed, then all join in the profession of faith. The Liturgy of the Eucharist follows
9:00 am Eucharist, followed by coffee and conversation. The day of resurrection continues the joy of the Vigil. We proclaim the Risen Christ in scripture, song, baptismal renewal and Eucharist.
Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids on the Prairie 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. April 14 – Signs of Spring We will look for signs of emergent plants, animals and insects. Depending on the weather, we may find nectar sources for emerging bumble bees. Register Please register below so we know how many will join us.
Come to a Transfer of Leadership to honor and recognize Sister Mary David Walgenbach's many years of creative and transformative leadership as prioress of the sisters' community at Holy Wisdom Monastery. Celebrate and support Sister Lynne Smith as she becomes the new prioress of the sisters' community. The celebration includes: 9:00 am – Sunday Assembly Eucharist and Transfer of Leadership 10:15 am – Brunch Register Please register by April 28, 2024.
Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids on the Prairie 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. May 19 – Birds & Binoculars Kids and adults are invited to look at the world through binoculars. What birds can we see? We will also learn about Eastern Bluebirds and Sandhill Cranes with two experts. Registration coming soon.
You are invited to the Lake Superior Youth Chorus performance at Holy Wisdom Monastery on Monday, June 10 from 3:00-4:00 pm. Artistic Director & Cantemus Conductor, Bret Amundson, has visited Holy Wisdom several time with choirs and offered to perform a free concert for our communities on their way from Duluth, MN to Chicago, IL. “It’s always such a treat to perform and be with your community.” Please join us for the beautiful sounds of the Lake Superior Youth Chorus in the monastery building assembly room and consider staying after for evening prayer at 4:30 pm or hiking through the prairie. ...
Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids on the Prairie 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 23 – Butterflies & Berries We will search the prairie for butterflies. Our monarch expert will show us some monarch eggs. We will use magnifiers to find interesting insects on prairie plants. Then we’ll explore the woods to find seasonal berries and learn who eats them.
Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids on the Prairie 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. August 11 –Lost Lake Critters. Who lives in the lake? Take a look at the tiny critters that feed all the residents of Lost Lake. Observe the painted turtles and explore the trails around the lake for signs of other creatures.
Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids on the Prairie 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. September 8 – Seed Collecting Seeds hold all of life. Take a seed stroll through the prairie. Then collect seeds of some native prairie plants and learn how to plant them. Every family will take home seeds from two species.
You are invited to celebrate with the sisters as Sister Everline Jeruto, OSB makes her final profession as a member of Benedictine Women of Madison and Sister Joanne Kollasch, OSB renews her promises of her 70th anniversary of profession during the Sunday Assembly liturgy on September 22. Join us for worship followed by a meal provided by the sisters' community. Schedule 9:00 am - Sunday Assembly, ecumenical Eucharist 10:30 am - Brunch provided
