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SUMMARY:The Fire of Hope 1
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, John Philip Newell begins a new series of retreats called The Fire of Hope to respond to the deep challenges of this moment\, whether political\, religious or environmental. Where do we draw spiritual strength to passionately say no to what is false and witness to what is true and of God? \nThe Fire of Hope 1 is the first in a three-part series of annual retreats led by the Celtic teacher John Philip Newell and his colleague Cami Twilling in which we seek to nurture the fire of love\, the fire of desire and the fire of courage within us. \nThe teachings of this retreat are based on the book that John Philip is currently working on\, drawing especially on the wisdom of Leo Tolstoy\, Simone Weil and Dietrich Bonhoeffer. \nAlthough the final text for this three-year series has not yet been written we recommend the following books by John Philip Newell as preparing the way: A New Ancient Harmony and the prayerbook Celtic Benediction. \nThe Fire of Hope 1 can be taken as a stand-alone retreat or in conjunction with The Fire of Hope 2 and The Fire of Hope 3\, which can be attended in any order and at any of our retreat centers across the country or online. \nFor more information about John Philip Newell and Earth and Soul\, visit https://www.earthandsoul.org. \nFor more information about the retreat at Holy Wisdom Monastery\, contact Pam Shellberg at pshellberg@holywisdommonastery.org or 608-836-1631\, x126. \nSchedule\nThursday – April 30 \n\n\n\n2:00 pm\nCheck-in for Overnight Rooms Begins\nRetreat & Guest House\n\n\n4:00-5:00 pm\nCheck-In/Getting Settled\nGathering Area\n\n\n5:15 pm\nDinner\nDining Room\n\n\n*6:30 pm\nEvening Prayer (please enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n*7:15 pm\nSession 1: Introductory Presentation\nAssembly Room\n\n\n8:30 pm\nSacred Silence (until breakfast)\n\n\n\n\nFriday – May 1 \n\n\n\n*8:30 am\nMorning Prayer (enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n9:00 am\nBreak/Leg Stretch\n\n\n\n*9:15 am\nSession 2: Teaching I (enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n10:15 am\nMorning Break/Book Sales\n\n\n\n*10:45 am\nSession 3: Spiritual Practice I (enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n12:00 pm\nLunch\nDining Room\n\n\n1:30 pm\nSilence (Siesta/Reading/Walking)\n\n\n\n*3:30 pm\nSession 4: Spiritual Practice II (enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n4:45 pm\nAfternoon Break\n\n\n\n5:15 pm\nDinner\nAssembly Room\n\n\n*6:30 pm\nSession 5: Teaching II (enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n7:30 pm\nWine & Cheese Reception & Book Signing\nGathering Area\n\n\n\nSaturday – May 2 \n\n\n\n*8:30 am\nMorning Prayer (enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n9:00 am\nBreak/Leg Stretch\n\n\n\n*9:15 am\nSession 6: Teaching III (enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n10:15 am\nMorning Break\n\n\n\n*10:45 am\nSession 7: Thanksgiving (enter in silence)\nAssembly Room\n\n\n12:00 pm\nLunch\nDining Room\n\n\n\nLeaders – John Philip Newell and Cami Twilling\n \nJohn Philip Newell\nJohn Philip Newell (b. 1953) is an internationally renowned Celtic teacher and author of spirituality who calls the modern world to reawaken to the sacredness of Earth and every human being. \nCanadian by birth\, and also Scottish\, he resides with his wife Ali in the ecovillage of Findhorn in Scotland. In 2016 he began the Earth & Soul initiative and teaches regularly in the United States and Canada as well as leading international pilgrimage weeks on Iona in the Western Isles of Scotland. \nHis PhD is from the University of Edinburgh and he has authored over fifteen books\, including his award-winning publication\, Sacred Earth Sacred Soul\, which was the 2022 Gold Winner of the Nautilus Book Award for Spirituality and Religious Thought of the West. His new book\, also with HarperOne\, is The Great Search (August 2024)\, in which he looks at the great spiritual yearnings of humanity today in the context of the decline of religion as we have known it. \nJohn Philip speaks of himself as ‘a wandering teacher’ following the ancient path of many lone teachers before him in the Celtic tradition\, seeking the wellbeing of the world. He has been described as having ‘the heart of a Celtic bard and the mind of a Celtic scholar’\, combining in his teachings the poetic and the intellectual\, the head as well as the heart\, and spiritual awareness as well as political and ecological concern. \nCami Twilling\nCami Twilling\, based in Colorado\, is the Director of Earth & Soul (a Celtic initiative of study\, spiritual practice and compassionate action inspired by the teachings of John Philip Newell). As well as heading up the overall work of Earth & Soul\, she facilitates the spiritual practice component of the Earth & Soul Retreats. Previously she was the Director of Contemplative Spirituality and Youth Ministry at Trinity UMC in downtown Denver. She has studied meditation in the Tibetan Buddhist Tradition of Shambhala and received Spiritual Direction certification from the Hesychia School of Spiritual Direction in Tucson\, Arizona. \nIn addition to leading mountain and urban retreats\, she has led international pilgrimage groups to Iona in the Western Isles of Scotland and work teams to Guatemala to build houses in communities that have suffered from political strife and economic hardship. Cami is passionate about the relationship between spirituality and action and believes that spiritual vision and practice can play a vital role in helping to heal and transform our lives both individually and together. \nDates/Times\n4:00 pm\, Thursday\, April 30 – 1:00 pm\, Saturday\, May 2\, 2026 \nCost\n$385/person\, includes program and meals\, Thurs. dinner\, Fri. lunch and dinner\, Fri. book signing and reception\, Sat. lunch; does NOT include lodging. \nLimited scholarships are available. Please contact Pam Shellberg at pshellberg@holywisdommonastery.org or 608-836-1631\, x126. \nLodging\nLodging is NOT included in the price of the retreat. \n\nLodging at Holy Wisdom Monastery during the retreat is full.\n\n  \n\nWe have reserved a block of rooms nearby at the Baymont hotel. Please call the hotel at 608-616-4527 to book your room. The block is under “Fire & Hope Holy Wisdom.” The block of rooms will be held until March 30\, 2026. Location: Baymont by Wyndham Madison West/Middleton WI West\, 8102 Excelsior Dr\, Madison\, WI 53717. \n\nRegister\nPlease register with the button below by April 22\, 2026. \nCancellation policy – if you register but must cancel your registration\, you can receive a 75% refund up until April 22\, 2025. After that\, a 50% refund is available until the retreat starts.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/the-fire-of-hope-1/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
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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
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SUMMARY:Shinrin-Yoku: Walks for the Weary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing walk on the prairie at Holy Wisdom Monastery.\nIt will be a slow-paced quiet walk guided by Valerie Vervoort\, a certified Shinrin-yoku guide. The intent of this 90-minute walk is renewal through using our senses of sight\, hearing\, touch and taste. Invitations planned by your guide are easy and subject to each person’s comfort level. Sharing and tea will be part of the experience. \nParticipants will need to dress appropriately for weather conditions and be able to walk a mile and a half on trails that are sometimes uneven and include gentle slopes. Walking sticks are encouraged. Walk starts and ends at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. \nProceeds from these walks go to support programs at Holy Wisdom Monastery. \n2026 Dates/Times\n\nJun. 6 – 10:00-11:30 am\nAug. 1 – 10:00-11:30 am\nOct. 3 – 10:00-11:30 am\n\nLeader – Valerie Vervoort\nValerie Vervoort grew up exploring the woods and Mississippi River on her family farm in Northern Minnesota. She earned a master’s degree in education and taught in daycares for many years where she was known for gardening and encouraging kids to explore the outdoors. After retirement she volunteered as the ‘Garden Grandma’ at Fox Prairie Elementary School’s gardens. In 2020\, she became an Oblate at Holy Wisdom Monastery\, volunteered for prairie workdays and as a trail monitor. In 2024 her interest in the land as a healer lead to getting certified as a Forest Therapy Guide in May of that year. She has since lead Forest Therapy walks for Oblates\, Sunday Assembly members and a visiting college choir. \n  \nCost\n$37/person (no lunch) \n$56/person (with lunch\, May 29 registration deadline) \nRegister\nPlease register by Jun. 5\, 2026. This offering is limited to 15 people and registration will close when full. There is no refund if you need to cancel your registration.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/shinrin-yoku-jun-6-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Spirituality Programs,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Summer Stewards 2026
DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about climate change? Does life feel uncertain and chaotic? Are you longing for time away to reground yourself? Are you looking for time for reflection\, discernment and prayer? Would you like to deepen your spirituality in a setting that connects your faith with care for the earth? \nBecome a Summer Steward for six days in July at Holy Wisdom Monastery\, an intentional women’s community with deep roots in the Benedictine tradition. Live the monastic tradition of prayer\, work and rest in a progressive\, inclusive community whose mission includes being in right relationship with the earth and one another. Join us for prairie and oak savanna restoration\, gardening\, daily prayer and spiritual conversation. Share your experiences\, reflections and questions with women on a similar journey. \nAll this while living together in community on the monastery grounds. No previous experience required. We are an ecumenical community and encourage single\, unpartnered women 18-45 to apply. \n \n  \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/summer-stewards-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Care for the Earth,Experiencing Community,Retreats,Spirituality Programs,Summer Stewards
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sister Everline Jeruto":MAILTO:ejeruto@holywisdommonastery.org
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SUMMARY:Shinrin-Yoku: Walks for the Weary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing walk on the prairie at Holy Wisdom Monastery.\nIt will be a slow-paced quiet walk guided by Valerie Vervoort\, a certified Shinrin-yoku guide. The intent of this 90-minute walk is renewal through using our senses of sight\, hearing\, touch and taste. Invitations planned by your guide are easy and subject to each person’s comfort level. Sharing and tea will be part of the experience. \nParticipants will need to dress appropriately for weather conditions and be able to walk a mile and a half on trails that are sometimes uneven and include gentle slopes. Walking sticks are encouraged. Walk starts and ends at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. \nProceeds from these walks go to support programs at Holy Wisdom Monastery. \n2026 Dates/Times\n\nAug. 1 – 10:00-11:30 am\nOct. 3 – 10:00-11:30 am\n\nLeader – Valerie Vervoort\nValerie Vervoort grew up exploring the woods and Mississippi River on her family farm in Northern Minnesota. She earned a master’s degree in education and taught in daycares for many years where she was known for gardening and encouraging kids to explore the outdoors. After retirement she volunteered as the ‘Garden Grandma’ at Fox Prairie Elementary School’s gardens. In 2020\, she became an Oblate at Holy Wisdom Monastery\, volunteered for prairie workdays and as a trail monitor. In 2024 her interest in the land as a healer lead to getting certified as a Forest Therapy Guide in May of that year. She has since lead Forest Therapy walks for Oblates\, Sunday Assembly members and a visiting college choir. \n  \nCost\n$37/person (no lunch) \n$56/person (with lunch\, Jul. 24 registration deadline) \nRegister\nPlease register by Jul. 31\, 2026. This offering is limited to 15 people and registration will close when full. There is no refund if you need to cancel your registration.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/shinrin-yoku-aug-1-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Spirituality Programs,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Wild Spirituality: Restoring Sacred Relationship with Earth
DESCRIPTION:This program has been cancelled by the program leader. \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/restoring-sacred-relationship-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospitality,Spirituality Programs,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Wild Spirituality: Invitation and Conversation
DESCRIPTION:This program has been cancelled by the program leader. \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/invitation-and-conversation-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Hospitality,Spirituality Programs,Wellness
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SUMMARY:Shinrin-Yoku: Walks for the Weary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxing walk on the prairie at Holy Wisdom Monastery.\nIt will be a slow-paced quiet walk guided by Valerie Vervoort\, a certified Shinrin-yoku guide. The intent of this 90-minute walk is renewal through using our senses of sight\, hearing\, touch and taste. Invitations planned by your guide are easy and subject to each person’s comfort level. Sharing and tea will be part of the experience. \nParticipants will need to dress appropriately for weather conditions and be able to walk a mile and a half on trails that are sometimes uneven and include gentle slopes. Walking sticks are encouraged. Walk starts and ends at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. \nProceeds from these walks go to support programs at Holy Wisdom Monastery. \n2026 Dates/Times\n\nOct. 3 – 10:00-11:30 am\n\nLeader – Valerie Vervoort\nValerie Vervoort grew up exploring the woods and Mississippi River on her family farm in Northern Minnesota. She earned a master’s degree in education and taught in daycares for many years where she was known for gardening and encouraging kids to explore the outdoors. After retirement she volunteered as the ‘Garden Grandma’ at Fox Prairie Elementary School’s gardens. In 2020\, she became an Oblate at Holy Wisdom Monastery\, volunteered for prairie workdays and as a trail monitor. In 2024 her interest in the land as a healer lead to getting certified as a Forest Therapy Guide in May of that year. She has since lead Forest Therapy walks for Oblates\, Sunday Assembly members and a visiting college choir. \n  \nCost\n$37/person (no lunch) \n$56/person (with lunch\, Sep. 25 registration deadline) \nRegister\nPlease register by Oct. 2\, 2026. This offering is limited to 15 people and registration will close when full. There is no refund if you need to cancel your registration.
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/shinrin-yoku-walks-for-the-weary-oct-3-26/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
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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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SUMMARY:Holy Week Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:“In silence and in hope shall our strength be.” Isaiah 30:15 \nAnyone who would like to experience a deep and sustained silence in the quiet companionship of others is invited to the Holy Week Silent Retreat. For some\, this retreat will be an opportunity to contemplate and participate in – with greater intention – the texts\, liturgies\, and prayers of Holy Week. For others it will be an opportunity simply to enter a time of sustained and uninterrupted silence. For all\, it is an invitation to live the rhythms of monastic life in an extended retreat experience. \nOptional contemplative engagements (e.g. journal prompts\, walking meditations\, and opportunities for artistic expression) may deepen your experience\, as may opportunities for lectio divina and shared reflections on the meaning and mystery of these days. \nRetreat Schedule\nThursday\, March 25 \n\n\n\n4:00 pm\nArrival and settling in\n\n\n\n4:30 pm\nBrief introduction to the weekend and to each other\nRGH 110\n\n\n5:00 pm\nDinner with the Sisters\nMonastery Community Dining Room\n\n\n6:00 pm\nHoly Thursday Liturgy. After this liturgy\, we enter into silence until the Easter Vigil on Sat. evening\nMonastery Assembly Room\n\n\n7:30-9:00 pm\nCompanioned silence\nRGH 222\n\n\n\n  \nFriday\, March 26 \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 (optional)\nRGH 110\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\n6:30-9:00 pm\nCompanioned silence\nRGH 222\n\n\n\n  \nSaturday\, March 27 \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 110\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 222 for companioned silence\n\n\n5:00 pm\nDinner (in silence)\nMonastery Guest Dining Room\n\n\n7:30 pm\nEaster Vigil (breaking silence)\nMonastery Assembly Room\n\n\nAfter Vigil\nRefreshments\nMonastery Guest Dining Room\n\n\nAfter Refreshments\nMeet for companioned conversation about the retreat\, and a closing ritual for those departing early (optional)\nRGH 110\n\n\n\n  \nSunday\, March 28 \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\nCommunity Dining Room\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. She offers spiritual programs and facilitates a variety of retreats throughout the year. She welcomes this opportunity to create a container in which retreatants can have a deeply meaningful experience of silence and of the mysteries of the Holy Week liturgies. \nCost\n$369/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\nPlease register by March 17\, 2027. \nThere is a 75% refund for cancellations before the March 17 registration deadline\, and a 50% refund for cancellations from March 17 until the start of the retreat on March 25. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://holywisdommonastery.org/event/holy-week-silent-retreat-27/
LOCATION:Holy Wisdom Monastery\, 4200 County Road M\, Middleton\, WI\, 53562\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community of Communities,Holy Week & Easter,Prayer and Worship,Retreats,Spirituality Programs,Sunday Assembly
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