Community of Joy: Quinn Casey

Amy AlstadCommunity of Joy 6 Comments

Submitted by Amy Alstad as an article to the May 29, 2026 issue of Weekly Wisdom. Dear Holy Wisdom Community, It is a real pleasure for me to feature Quinn Casey in this next installment of our ‘Community Joy’ series. Erin conceived these articles as a way to lift up what is good, true and joyful, as well as highlight community members whose contributions and connections to Holy Wisdom might not be visible to many. Quinn’s grandparents, Biby Gubler-Casey and Bob Smith, will be familiar to many in the Sunday Assembly community. For the past couple years, Quinn has been …

Festival on the Prairie

Quinn Lynch Leave a Comment

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, three 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 Afghan Kabul Cuisine Event Schedule 5:00 pm – Doors Open Food Carts Begin Serving Beer and Soft Drinks Available Free Chocolate …

Madre Tierra

Madre Tierra – exhibit by Issis Macias

Janet NeurauterArt exhibits, Hospitality 1 Comment

Submitted by Janet Neurauter (she/her),Mission Advancement Consultant Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Issis, the daughter of Mexican immigrants, was taught that education was the path to a secure future. “My parents instilled the values of hard work, building a stable career and being self-sufficient,” she said. As a result, Issis attended UCLA, majoring in Political Science before earning a Master’s in Public Administration. She worked as a water resources manager for a municipal utility in Anaheim, California, where she upheld the belief that water is life and conservation is critical to sustaining communities. During a period of personal …

Live with love, joy and presence

Kathleen OwensCCR, Center for Clergy Renewal (CCR), Pastors' Stories, Uncategorized Leave a Comment

Submitted by Kathleen Owens (she/her), Manager of Clergy Programming and Communications for the Center for Clergy Renewal at Holy Wisdom Monastery. James Rissler tried to prepare for his first Contemplative Renewal Immersion, and first visit to Holy Wisdom Monastery, by reading the Rule of Benedict. As a Mennonite Pastor from Georgia, he was not quite sure what to expect. He had some uncertainty about where he was heading in his vocation and a desire to explore more contemplative practices. He was concerned that St. Benedict seems to discourage humor and laughter. He wondered, “What kind of place will this be?” …

Summer plentitude

Summer Plentitude: A Seasonal Retreat

Quinn Lynch Leave a Comment

A riot of color on the prairie welcomes you to seek and celebrate your own abundance. This summer retreat invites you sit with the lush growth of the season – on the prairie and in your own life and heart. It will hold space for attention to both. Conversations about the season, walks on the prairie, naps, art, movement, journaling, great meals and welcoming accommodations will all be a part of what you can expect when you arrive. A renewed connection to nature and to yourself, along with joy in the plentitude and abundance of the season are what you …

Walking contemplative

Kathleen OwensCCR, Center for Clergy Renewal (CCR), Pastors' Stories, Uncategorized 3 Comments

Submitted by Kathleen Owens (she/her), Manager of Clergy Programming and Communications for the Center for Clergy Renewal at Holy Wisdom Monastery. “I don’t know if burned out is the right word,” reflects Julane Nease when recalling what led her to apply to Contemplative Renewal Immersions, “but I was feeling the stress of my call. There’d been a lot of difficulties that had happened within the life of the people in the congregation.” When she arrived for her first immersion in July 2021, she realized she was not alone. “I remember at that first session being struck at how emotional it …

Nancy Enderle’s Homily from March 15, 2026

Nancy EnderleHomilies, Sunday Assembly Leave a Comment

It isn’t always the case that the scripture passages for a particular Sunday intersect in such interesting ways – but such is the case for this, the 4th Sunday in Lent. The readings in 1 Samuel, Ephesians, and the Gospel of John all seem to point in the direction of deepening our understanding and recognition of how God works in the world and in our hearts, and how we might respond as followers of this gracious, challenging, engaging God. In 1 Samuel, we learn that even Yahweh’s chosen spokesperson, the prophet Samuel, fails to understand what God is up to …

Taizé Prayer for Pentecost

Quinn Lynch Leave a Comment

Prayer in the spirit of the Taizé community is a meditative form of common prayer. Gathered in the presence of Christ, we sing uncomplicated, repetitive songs, allowing the mystery of God to become tangible through the beauty of simplicity and invoking the Holy Spirit to enter our prayer. Schedule 6:00 pm – Taizé will begin Cost and Registration There is no cost to attend the Taizé prayer, but please register below by May 21st so we may plan accordingly.

Ink and insight

Ink & Insight Mindful Writing Circle

Quinn Lynch

Join us for a quarterly gathering that blends creative writing and mindfulness in a supportive, inclusive space. Whether you identify as a writer or simply enjoy exploring your inner voice, this group offers you a gentle rhythm of reflective writing (with optional prompts), sharing in community, and contemplative practices like guided meditation and mindful walking outdoors, weather permitting. Come as you are. No experience needed — just a willingness to pause, listen, and write. You’ll leave with new words, insights, and connections. Dates/Times – Sundays from 10:15 am-12:15 pm Jan. 25 Mar. 1 Jun. 7 Nov. 1 Schedule 10:15 am …

Nature Photography for Kids

Nature Photography for Kids

Quinn Lynch Leave a Comment

Nature Photography For Kids Ages 6-12 Children ages 6-12 and their adults are invited to join Sandy Weber, professional photographer, to use photography to discover the beauty of nature and surprising interactions all around us. Participants will learn beginner photography skills such as framing, light and shadow with a digital camera. Each child will print one of their photos. The program runs from 10:30 am-12:00 pm. We will start indoors with a short introduction, then go outdoors to explore the land through the camera lens. Schedule 10:30 am – Gather in the Boardroom for orientation to nature photography 10:45 am …