Holy Wisdom Monastery Orientation Series

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

Holy Wisdom Monastery is a place of welcome where we strive to build community with all who come through our doors. In 2022, we are launching the Holy Wisdom Monastery Orientation Series to: welcome new and returning people to the monastery deepen relationships help people become more informed about Holy Wisdom Monastery. There will be monthly opportunities, starting after Sunday worship from 10:15-11:15 am. Come to all or pick the ones that you are interested in. March 20: Tour of the Award-winning Monastery Building April 3: Meet the Sisters May 1: Sunday Liturgy, Liturgical Ministries & You June 12: Sunday ...

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Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul Book Study (in-person)

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

In anticipation of Earth & Soul, an Evening with John Philip Newell on May 20, 2022, Holy Wisdom is inviting all to participate in a Community Read Book Study of his latest book, Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (HarperOne, 2021). In his book, the Scottish born author summarizes ancient Gaelic and contemporary writers who invite us to a reawakening of the sacredness of all creation. Three in-person sessions will be held at Holy Wisdom Monastery, facilitated by Mary Ellen Gevelinger, OP and held from 1:00-2:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, April 6 and ...

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Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul Book Study (virtual)

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

In anticipation of Earth & Soul, an Evening with John Philip Newell on May 20, 2022, Holy Wisdom is inviting all to participate in a Community Read Book Study of his latest book, Sacred Earth, Sacred Soul: Celtic Wisdom for Reawakening to What Our Souls Know and Healing the World (HarperOne, 2021). In his book, the Scottish born author summarizes ancient Gaelic and contemporary writers who invite us to a reawakening of the sacredness of all creation. Three online sessions will be held via Zoom from 6:30-8:00 pm on Thursday evenings, April 7, 21, and May 5, co-facilitated by Carole Kretschman and Pam Shellberg. There ...

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Palm Sunday

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

The Blessing of Palms & Procession begins our Sunday Assembly Eucharist. The Passion reading of the Gospel of Luke is proclaimed.

Kids on the Prairie

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

Learn about caring for the earth Kids on the Prairie is an experience for children and adults to learn about nature and explore the monastery grounds. All are welcome at the next Kids on the Prairie, Sunday, April 10, 2022 from 10:15-11:30 am at Holy Wisdom Monastery.

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Holy Week Retreat

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

After two years of disruption by COVID and other momentous events in our nation and world, we need time to take stock of the changes, losses and joys we have experienced. We are going through a transition on many levels, and our spirits need silence and a welcoming space to reflect on where we are now and perhaps begin to integrate some of what has happened to us. We need not be alone in whatever we carry. The liturgies of Holy Week bring us face to face with the highs and lows of human life. They provide time to reflect ...

$300

Holy Thursday

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

Social & hors d’oeuvres at 6:00 pm, the service begins at 7:00 pm. We gather to share the Word, serve each other in the washing of feet and share in the Eucharist. Our collection will assist local food pantries. The liturgy concludes with time for silent prayer.

Good Friday

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

Service at 3:00 pm All gather in silence. The liturgy features the Passion of John. With simple chant, the cross is brought into the midst of the community. Through the veneration of the cross and prayers of intercession, we respond to the Passion of Jesus.

Easter Vigil

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

7:30 pm Service, Social & hors d’oeuvres follows. 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.

Easter Sunday

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

9:00 am Eucharist, coffee and conversation follows. The day of resurrection continues the joy of the Vigil. We proclaim the Risen Christ in scripture, song, baptismal renewal and Eucharist.

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Holy Wisdom Monastery
4200 County Road M
Middleton WI 53562
608-836-1631, x100
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