Listening to Land, Listening to Self: An Eco-Contemplative Writing Retreat
Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton
$185 – $295
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Listening to Land, Listening to Self: An Eco-Contemplative Writing Retreat
What does the land tell us when we truly listen? How does a pesticide-sprayed lawn or a restored oak savanna affect our bodies and minds? In this two-day contemplative writing retreat, we’ll explore the role of writers in this time of climate crisis and discover how to grieve what is lost while finding strength and joy in what is possible. We'll use creative writing, mindfulness practices and the land at Holy Wisdom Monastery to connect with the wisdom that arises when we listen deeply to ourselves or a place. We’ll use periods of mindful awareness, writing, sharing, reading and discussion ...
$185 – $295
Sunday, August 30, 2026
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Monday, August 31, 2026
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Tuesday, September 1, 2026
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Wednesday, September 2, 2026
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September 2, 2026 -Centering Prayer Groups – 1st Wednesday
Centering Prayer Groups – 1st Wednesday
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 ...
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Thursday, September 3, 2026
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Friday, September 4, 2026
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Saturday, September 5, 2026
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