• Lent Series: Teach Us to Pray (virtual)

    Lent Series: Teach Us to Pray
    Holy Wisdom Monastery 4200 County Road M, Middleton, WI, United States

    Prayer is a pillar of Benedictine life, an essential in the spiritual life and a principal theme of Jesus' life. But in our own lives, prayer can be a source of confusion, insecurity and also a little bit of a mystery. In Luke's gospel, Jesus' disciples say to him, "teach us to pray." Maybe you would like to say the same thing. Maybe the word prayer itself has become more of a stumbling block for you than an invitation to be present in and with God. Come to this series and listen to what Jesus says about prayer, see how ...

    $50
  • Palm Sunday Worship

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

    Join us for Worship on Palm Sunday, April 13 at 9:00 am in the Monastery Assembly Room. We will gather for the blessing of the palms, Palm Sunday Procession, the reading of the Passion of Jesus and Eucharist.

  • 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. April 13 – Spring is Everywhere  On a walk to Lost Lake, we’ll see and hear Red-winged Blackbirds, Ducks, turtles and frogs. We’ll look for spring flowers and changes to the landscape. What evidence can we find for critter activity over the winter and now?

    Free
  • Holy Week Silent Retreat

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

    You are invited to attend this extended silent retreat in which retreatants will have these opportunities: to attend the Holy week liturgies with the sisters and others to participate in optional contemplative engagements (e.g. lectio divina) with the texts, liturgies and prayers of the week to rest in the freedom from social expectations to speak or otherwise be engaged to share a deep experience of the mysteries of Holy Week in a community of people seeking the same. Schedule Thursday, April 17 4:00 pm Orientation Retreat & Guest House (RGH)113 4:30 pm Brief introduction to the weekend and to each ...

    $340
  • Holy Thursday Worship

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

    Holy Thursday Worship begins at 6:00 pm in the Monastery Assembly Room with the Liturgy of the Word, foot washing, Eucharist, Clearing of the Altar, prayer and meditation. The offering today will go to help local food pantries. All are welcome.

  • Good Friday Worship

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

    Join us for worship on Good Friday in the Monastery Assembly Room at 3:00 pm. Through the veneration of the cross and prayers of intercession, we respond to the passion of Jesus. All are welcome.

  • Easter Vigil

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

    You are welcome to join us for the Easter Vigil at 7:00 pm in the Monastery Assembly Room. On this night we proclaim the Risen Christ in scripture, in song and in baptismal renewal. We will bless new fire and water and break bread together. After worship you are invited to stay for a social. Please bring a delicious treat to share in the Monastery Dining Room.

  • Easter Sunday Worship

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

    Join us in joyful celebration at Easter Sunday Worship, 9:00 am in the Monastery Assembly Room. We gather to proclaim Christ risen, in scripture, in song, in baptismal renewal and Eucharist. Hospitality will follow worship in the Monastery Dining Room. Please bring a delicious treat to share!

  • Meditation & Prayer Through Sacred Dance

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

    Body movement and rhythmic dance is a natural human behavior in most of the world. Unfortunately, not all religious leaders see it that way. A 1975 Vatican advisory, “Dance in the Liturgy,” acknowledged that some non-Western cultures still retain liturgical dancing and may therefore be appropriate, but not so in the West. The union of dance and religion in the West has long been severed except within the Black church and among some white Pentecostals. Nevertheless, dance is a normal, healthy human activity. In Christian and Jewish scriptures, Miriam leads dancing to celebrate crossing the Red Sea, King David dances in ...

  • Wisdom Prairie Spring Tour

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

    Join us for an experience for everyone to explore the seasonal beauty found on the monastery grounds in spring. Experienced tour guides will share the story of Caring for the Earth and help participants deepen their relationship with this land. Meet at the kiosk in the monastery building parking lot. Tours will last 1-2 hours. We will proceed with the tour in the event of light to moderate rain but cancel for thunderstorms or other severe weather. Cost There is no cost to participants for this tour. Donations to Care for the Earth are always welcome. Register Please register with ...

    Free