• Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Deepen your understanding of Benedictine spirituality by joining us for one or more Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work. These gatherings offer time for reflection, for the contemplation of short readings about the nature of work and its place in our lives from the Rule of Benedict and other wise authors, and the goodness of being part of the shared way of Benedictine life. Benedictine monastic life follows a rhythm of work, study, prayer, and rest; work has a place but is not the whole, is not the central element – it finds its place in a rhythm of balance that ...

    Free
  • Centering Prayer Groups – 1st Wednesday

    Centering Prayer Groups
    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Centering Prayer Groups All are welcome to join our two centering prayer groups which meet on alternating Wednesdays. Both incorporate a short reading and time for silent prayer or meditation. 1st and 3rd Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 pm Retreat & Guest House Room 10 Includes a short walking meditation in between periods of seated meditation For more information contact Barb Abbott, 608-284-7424 2nd and 4th Wednesdays  2:30-3:30 pm Monastery Oratory – Two, 20-minute periods of seated meditation with a 5-minute break For more information contact Carole Kretschman, 608-577-3243 We feel the presence of the Holy One even more strongly than when we center ...

    Free
  • Festival on the Prairie

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Event Description Join us for the Festival on the Prairie on Thursday, August 6, 5:00-8:00 pm. There will be music by Annie and the Oakies, local food carts from FEED Kitchen with food for purchase, children's activities, garden and prairie tours, beer and soft drinks for purchase and free ice cream. Bring picnic blankets or camp chairs. Join us to celebrate a beautiful summer night with our community. All are welcome! Food Carts Sandwich Hub Las Islas Filipinas Event Schedule 5:00 pm – Event Begins Food Carts Begin Serving Beer and Soft Drinks Available Free Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream Available ...

    Free
  • Kids on the Prairie

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids 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. August 9 – Pollinators Everywhere Explore 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?

    Free
  • Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Deepen your understanding of Benedictine spirituality by joining us for one or more Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Work. These gatherings offer time for reflection, for the contemplation of short readings about the nature of work and its place in our lives from the Rule of Benedict and other wise authors, and the goodness of being part of the shared way of Benedictine life. Benedictine monastic life follows a rhythm of work, study, prayer, and rest; work has a place but is not the whole, is not the central element – it finds its place in a rhythm of balance that ...

    Free
  • Contemplative Cooking Class: Summer

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Join us for a beginner friendly cooking class that teaches how to cook with seasonal ingredients, while slowing down and being present to what we are creating. We will have fun learning from Chef Felipe and working together to create a delicious summer meal. The cooking class is mostly demonstrational, with a few hands-on opportunities for those that present themselves as more interested in a hands-on opportunity. The contemplative cooking classes are mindful, technique-focused cooking classes, celebrating peak-season ingredients. Together we will prepare a light, vibrant menu featuring Chilled Sweet Corn Velouté, a Tomato-Peach Salad, Sautéed Collard Greens with Boquerones, ...

    $65
  • Summer Plant ID Walks

    Summer Plant ID Walks
    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Want to practice your plant ID skills this summer? Friends of Wisdom Prairie volunteers Julie Melton and Sylvia Marek are offering a series of guided hikes focused on identifying native prairie flowers. You can expect a leisurely walk with many stops. These tours will be offered monthly on the third Thursday of the month from 10:00 am-12:00 pm June through September. Upcoming walks – Thursdays, monthly, 10:00 am-12:00 pm June 18 July 16 August 20 September 17 Register Email Emma at ekloes@holywisdommonastery.org to save your spot for one (or many) of these walks. Registration via email is required as we are capping our walks at 20 ...

    Free
  • Medicinal Plant Practicum

    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    This hands-on workshop explores the ecology of native medicinal plants, when and how to harvest them and the best ways to process and utilize them. We will focus on native plants frequently used in herbal medicine, such as elderberry, nettle and echinacea. Emma Kloes will teach how to identify plants and forage, while showcasing foundational processing techniques so you can begin making your own syrups, tinctures, infused oils and salves at home. Participants can go home with a small jar of elderberry syrup if they choose. Note: Emma will be focusing on wild plants and techniques that are commonly utilized ...

    $37 – $56