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  • The Spirit of Taizé

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

    Please join us for Taizé prayer in place of midday prayer on Dec. 20 from 11:00 am-12:00 pm in the Assembly Room. Take the opportunity to honor the grief in your heart for those who will not be seated at your holiday table this year. Members of the choir will lead us. No registration is needed. Allow the beauty of the music to heal your heart. If you can't join us at Holy Wisdom Monastery, but would like to attend Taizé prayer, please use the link below to our livestream page on our website. Attend virtually at 11:00 am CST ...

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    Family Gathering

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

    All families with children are invited to a special Advent Family Gathering, Saturday, December 20, 3:00-6:00 pm. Join us for a Family Gathering to experience the joy of anticipation in community. At this event, school-age children will gather to learn and play together, and childcare for the littlest ones is provided. Parents and caregivers will have some free-choice time to enjoy all the Monastery has to offer. The gathering will conclude with a shared meal. Children ages 6-9 are invited to join Sarah Wilkin Gibart for prayer and creative work time. We will explore the rich theme of Advent in ...

    $25

  • Christmas Eve Worship

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

    Celebrate the joy of Christmas with worship on Christmas Eve, Wed., Dec. 24, at 4:00 pm, starting with prelude music sung by the choir. This service takes place in the monastery building assembly room. All are welcome!

  • Sacred Thresholds

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

    Sacred Thresholds is a contemplative prayer gathering. We are living through a unique chapter in American history when our most cherished values seem threatened, indeed, our whole way of life. Each of us, in our own way, is asking, What can I do?, and the answers, so far, seem woefully inadequate to the challenge. It is in that same spirit of humility that we are offering Sacred Thresholds as our answer to that question. Woefully inadequate, yes, small, but genuine, offered in a communal spirit, coming together to make a circle, to pray, in old ways and in new ways, ...

    Free

  • Sister Joanne Kollasch, OSB Memorial Service

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

    Sister Joanne Kollasch, OSB September 24, 1930 – December 23, 2025 The Sisters at Holy Wisdom Monastery invite you to celebrate the life of Sister Joanne Kollasch, OSB, at a memorial service at the monastery on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 3:00 pm. You can read her obituary here. The service will also be livestreamed. You may access it through this link or the regular livestream link on our website. A meal and time to share stories about Sister Joanne will follow. Please register for the meal using the link below or call Signe Lee at 608-831-9312 to help us ...

  • REAP Chili Cook-off: A Showdown of Local Flavors

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

    Join us for our first ever chili cook-off featuring acclaimed chefs Evan Dannells, Dan Marek and Felipe Saint-Martin. Each chef will prepare a unique chili dish featuring local ingredients sourced from their favorite local farmers. Guests will then vote to crown the chili champion. All proceeds from the event benefit REAP's mission to build a resilient local food system. Schedule 5:00 pm – Welcome & meal and voting begin 6:15 pm – Farmers highlighted 6:30 pm – Voting ends 7:00 pm – Event ends & winning chef crowned Chefs Evan Dannells Hailing from Kansas, Chef Evan Dannells moved to Madison ...

    $25
  • Ink and insight

    Ink and Insight Mindful Writing Circle

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

    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-12:00 pm Jan. 25 Mar. 1 Jun. 7 Nov. 1 Schedule 10:15 am ...

    $50