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  • Willow Wisdom: A Rooted and Flowing Qigong Practice

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

    Willow Wisdom Qigong* teaches us how to stay rooted and centered while navigating the challenges and chaos of life with flexibility and ease. This workshop will include a traditional Qigong movement practice along with time for a brief meditation and self-reflection. Qigong recognizes our interconnectedness with all beings and draws wisdom from our natural surroundings, so please come prepared to do a significant portion of the workshop outdoors, weather permitting. All ability levels welcome. Can be performed standing or seated in casual attire. Please bring a journal/notebook. *Qigong (Chee-gong) is an ancient form of moving meditation that uses flowing movements, ...

    $35
  • I Choose Peace

    I Choose Peace – Sound Healing & Guided Meditation

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

    Discover a transformative journey with I Choose Peace – Sound Healing & Guided Meditation. This uniquely enchanting guided meditative experience invites you to explore the depths of world peace through soothing poetry, the calming resonance of sound bowl healing, affirmations of peace and love and reflective journaling. It’s more than just meditation; it’s a pathway to self-love and a deeper connection with your heart and the Earth. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or completely new to the practice, this program offers a safe and accessible path to personal peace. We welcome all peace seekers ages 18 and above. Be still, ...

    $35

  • Kids on the Prairie

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

    Explore nature’s beauty and surprises! Kids on the Prairie (KOTP) is for children and their adult family members. Experienced volunteer educators and guides will facilitate a short hike to learn about nature and explore the grounds and trails. This free event is open to members of Holy Wisdom communities and the general public. May 18 – Birds and Binoculars Families will have an opportunity to watch birds, move like a Sandhill Crane, and peek in on a Bluebird nest. We’ll have kid friendly binoculars for kids to try. Migration is happening. What are all those birds eating?

    Free

  • Forest Bathing Art Exhibit Reception

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

    The Japanese practice of Forest Bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is becoming a prevalent way for people to increase their well-being by connecting with the natural environment through their senses. This easily accessible activity can benefit all ages, and serves as a reminder to slow down and be mindful by simply immersing oneself in the sights, sounds, and smells of nature. In Holy Wisdom’s new art exhibit, local artists Jennifer Peters and Annette Knapstein share their work inspired by Forest Bathing as a “tangible expression of our sensory experience in nature.” Please join us for the Forest Bathing Art Exhibit Reception on ...

    Free

  • Day of Rest & Reflection for Registered Nurses

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

    We understand how challenging and depleting it can be to be a healthcare worker when caring for others and having little time for yourself. This day is designed specifically for registered nurses to rest and reflect on how their career choice brought them to where they are today. Your day will be guided by speakers who will offer you time to reflect with each other, feed your body with delicious food prepared by our chefs, and nourish your soul by exploring the grounds at Holy Wisdom Monastery. Please join us as we honor the gift you are to so many ...

    $60

  • Spring Oblate Retreat & Promise Ceremony

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

    Reflecting, Revising, Renewing: Rededicating Ourselves to the Benedictine Rule This event is open to Oblates of Holy Wisdom Monastery and Oblate Candidates. Registration on the oblate password protected site by clicking the button below. If you are an oblate of candidate and need the password, please contact Pam Shellberg at pshellberg@holywisdommonastery.org. Registration closes May 30, 2025.    

  • Blessing and Rededication of Monastery Piano

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

    Last year, the Monastery’s custom built Schimmel grand piano was refurbished with a generous gift from oblate and Sunday Assembly member Sherri Hansen in memory of her late husband, Scott Shimanski. Join us on Sunday, June 15th, at 2:00 pm for a free concert celebrating this gift to our community. There will also be a formal dedication of the instrument by Sister Lynne Smith, OSB. Participants on the program will include Bill Frederick, Sherri Hansen, Grace Rosholt, George Teague and Patrick Terry. Works by Saint-Saëns, Bérlioz, Debussy, Schubert, Schumann and many more! Please join us for an afternoon reprieve and reverie in ...

  • Conversations About Our Benedictine Life: Humility

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

    Deeper your understanding of Benedictine spirituality by joining us for one or more of the Conversations About Our Benedictine Spirituality: Humility sessions. These gatherings offer time for reflections, for the reading of short pieces on humility from the Rule of Benedict and other authors, an exploration of how Benedictine humility differs from our every day understandings of it, and conversations about the gifts and challenges of living this Benedictine value in our lives. These sessions are open to any adult who relates to any of the Holy Wisdom Monastery communities.

    Free

  • The Houston Accordion Orchestra Concert

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

    For the past 10 years, Stas Venglevski has been the Artistic Director of the Houston Accordion Orchestra. He is bringing his group to Holy Wisdom Monastery in June for a retreat. They have so kindly offered to host a free concert for us on Friday, June 20 at 6:30 pm in the Assembly Room. Expect music by Danny Elfman, Russian and Japanese folk songs, original music by orchestra members, The Flight of the Bumblebee, and more ... We hope you can come! Leader - Stas Venglevski Stas Venglevski is a bayanist, composer, conductor, arranger, entertainer and a teacher and his ...

    Free
  • I Choose Peace

    I Choose Peace – Sound Healing & Guided Meditation

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

    Discover a transformative journey with I Choose Peace – Sound Healing & Guided Meditation. This uniquely enchanting guided meditative experience invites you to explore the depths of world peace through soothing poetry, the calming resonance of sound bowl healing, affirmations of peace and love and reflective journaling. It’s more than just meditation; it’s a pathway to self-love and a deeper connection with your heart and the Earth. Whether you're a seasoned meditator or completely new to the practice, this program offers a safe and accessible path to personal peace. We welcome all peace seekers ages 18 and above. Be still, ...

    $35