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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Great Wisconsin Birdathon

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

The Great Wisconsin Birdathon is Wisconsin’s largest fundraiser for bird conservation. Each year bird enthusiasts from across the state form teams with the goal of finding as many unique bird species as possible while raising important funds for bird conservation. Holy Wisdom Monastery is participating in this event for the second time! We hope you’ll support our team ‘Wrens of Wisdom Prairie’ in our efforts to find as many bird species as possible on our property on May 7th. There are several ways to participate. Join us for a birding tour Come birding on your own Donate to support bird ...

Sacred Land Retreat

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

Holy Wisdom Monastery occupies the ancestral homeland of the Ho-Chunk Nation. Join us on Saturday, May 14th to hear Justice Green, a member of the Ho-Chunk Nation, speak about the land where Holy Wisdom stands and the history of the indigenous people there. He will also talk about plants on the prairie and their traditional uses. There will be time for guided reflection and a tour of the land by Friends of Wisdom Prairie. This is a blended retreat, offered both onsite and virtually for those who are unable to attend in person. The retreat is jointly sponsored by Friends ...

$60

Kids on the Prairie

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

Kids on the Prairie is an experience for children and adults to learn about nature and explore the monastery grounds. May 15 – Spring beauty – exploring Lost Lake, digging into geology, frogs, turtles, edible plants, mosses CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

Earth & Soul, an Evening with John Philip Newell

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

Holy Wisdom Monastery is excited to offer Earth & Soul, an Evening with John Philip Newell. Together we’ll explore the beauty of earth-based spirituality and how it can help us see the divine in all of creation while we deepen our spiritual connection with God.  

$50

Living & Dying Series (postponed)

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

Estate Planning and Legal Issues Postponed Due to Speaker Availability.  Click below to learn about the next Living & Dying Series event on June 26, 2022.        

Free

Holy Wisdom Monastery Orientation Series

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

Family, Outreach and Social Justice Ministries Pastoral care, social justice, new members, children and families, climate, hospitality, Luke House, MOSES, Kids on the Prairie – all of these ministries provide for the varied spiritual and educational needs of children, youth and adults. Meet some of our leaders and learn about opportunities to benefit from and participate more fully in the life of the Sunday Assembly community.          

Free

Climate Change Workshop

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

How do you respond to climate change which is changing our world in ways that will affect every living being? What informs your choices? These are important questions that each of us face. That is why the Sunday Assembly Climate Action team is organizing Zoom presentations with local experts who can share realistic choices with us. June 12: Sustainable Transportation The Superintendent of Fleet Services for Madison, Mahanth Joishy, will be sharing How transportation affects climate change Alternatives for fossil fuel transportation, and information on the BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) Changes  we can make in our own lifestyles regarding transportation Electric ...

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Kids on the Prairie

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

Kids on the Prairie is an experience for children and adults to learn about nature and explore the monastery grounds. June 12 It is nesting season. Miracles of life are happening all around. Join Kids On the Prairie as we check out a Bluebird nest and look for other signs of nesting birds. Find foods that birds feed their nestlings. We'll explore early prairie flowers blooming on Wisdom Prairie and as many insects as we can find there. Juneberries are one of the earliest edible fruits on our native shrubs. Maybe we'll find some. Binoculars will be available for families to use. Meet at ...

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