Ink and insight

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

Neurographic Art

Neurographic Art: A Contemplative Practice

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Neurographic Art is a contemplative practice that taps into the healing power of creativity. Can’t draw a straight line? Perfect! This workshop is for those with or without previous art experience. Participants will learn the basics of Neurographic Art and create their own work which will be suitable for framing. All supplies will be provided, including a mat for the art created and handouts to take home. Join us to learn about this contemplative, feel-good art practice that provides relaxation, reduces stress and increases creativity. Due to popular demand, we have opened a second session (of the same program) in …

Stef Coleman - Grounded

Grounded

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Submitted by Kathleen Owens (she/her), Manager of Clergy Programming and Communications for the Center for Clergy Renewal at Holy Wisdom Monastery Stef Coleman was six months into a new call in the city of Chicago when a colleague who had come to Holy Wisdom Monastery for a Deep Breath, suggested checking out what is available through the Center for Clergy Renewal. Stef remembers feeling like “I was always being poured out” when she found Contemplative Renewal Immersions on the website. The idea of being part of a cohort of pastors in similar life positions or ministry contexts was appealing. “I …

Monastic Monologues

Monastic Monologues: Sharing Joy

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Monastic Monologues: Sharing Joy Step Into the Magic! Are you ready for an afternoon bursting with wonder, adventure, and unforgettable stories and songs? Join our community for an inspiring gathering of storytellers, musicians, and singers—an event where the power of words and music truly comes alive. From heart-pounding journeys to faraway places, to laugh-out-loud moments, soulful tales and music that touch your heart, our performers will take you on an unforgettable ride. This isn’t just a performance, it’s an experience. One that brings people together, celebrates creativity, and weaves a kind of magic that sparks your imagination and strengthens our …

A new family at Lost Lake

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Submitted by David Kelley (he/him), Friends of Wisdom Prairie It’s early spring. Tendrils of mist dance like sprites on the water. The lake’s surface is smooth like polished silver. Several ducks skim silently like shadows in the fog. This is Lost Lake, a relic of the glaciers, which covered much of Wisconsin until 10,000 years ago. Lost Lake is nestled in prairie and woodland just west of Holy Wisdom Monastery. You hike along the trail, which meanders around the lake. To your right oak trees rise like pillars, leaves rustling in the spring breeze. On your left emergent vegetation creates …

Holy Wisdom Monastery Becomes a Net Zero Energy Campus and Celebrates with Annual Spring Solar Tilt Event

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April 22, 2025, Middleton, WI – Holy Wisdom Monastery is now a net zero energy campus and produces 100% of its energy needs onsite from renewable resources! Net Zero Energy Initiative The Net Zero Energy Initiative was achieved at the end of 2024. “The Sisters at Holy Wisdom Monastery had a desire to become a net-zero energy campus since before we built our new monastery building in 2009. We reached that goal in 2024 thanks to the work of many people. Care for the earth has been a part of the Benedictine tradition beginning with St. Benedict himself in the …

Leora Weitzman’s Easter Vigil Homily, Apr. 19, 2025

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Easter Vigil • Gen 1:1-2:4a • Isa 55:1-11 • Wis 10:15-21, 11:1-5 • Rom 6:3-11 • Lk 24:1-12 • 4/19/25 I vividly remember standing by the bonfire here at Easter Vigil a few years ago. Bright flames reached up towards a full moon as Sister Lynne spoke the resounding words: “The beginning and the end, Alpha and Omega …” Under that moon, lit by those flames, feet on the earth, I felt rooted to the center of the world, as if we stood at the earth’s unchanging axis while cosmic seasons revolved around us… rooted in timelessness at the turning …

Kids on the Prairie

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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. November 9 – Join Us for a Celebration of Our Year! We’ll take a short walk near the gardens and Lost Lake listening and looking for signs of life. Afterward, wrap up the season with a slide show of 2025 KOTP activities, games, hot chocolate and cider.

Kids on the Prairie

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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. October 12 – Trees, Trees, Trees Explore woodlands and savanna. What are trees doing over the winter? Make bark and leaf rubbings. Look for places for insects and animals to shelter from winter cold and snow. Listen to the forest. November 9 – Join Us for a …

Kids on the Prairie

Car McGinley Leave a Comment

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. September 14 – Apple Picking, Cider Tasting and Seed Collection Taste the goodness of organically grown Monastery apples. Learn about seeds and collect prairie seeds to renew the prairie. Each family will get some seeds to take home.