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SUMMARY:Inner Blindness:  I Want to See
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a guided meditation centered on the healing of Blind Bartimaeus. This familiar story invites us to reflect on our own longing for healing and the places where we may struggle to see clearly. It gently reminds us that we are loved and forgiven\, even in what we might wish to hide or cannot yet recognize within ourselves. Jesus meets us with compassion\, always ready to restore our sight and guide us toward wholeness.. \n\n\n\nThe session will include scripture\, guided meditation\, time for quiet reflection\, opportunities for sharing\, and will conclude with a closing prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by August 31st. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Linda Zahner\n\n\n\nSr. Linda is a member of Mount St. Scholastica Monastery in Atchison\, Kansas. For 32 years\, she worked in education as a teacher\, administrator\, and executive officer for a consolidated Catholic school system. In 1996\, she received her certification as a spiritual director and retreat director from the Creighton Spirituality Program. She completed massage therapy training at the Universal College of Healing Arts in Omaha\, Nebraska\, passing her national boards in 1999. Sr. Linda guides retreats and offers therapeutic massage\, promoting a holistic approach to health and well-being of body\, mind\, and spirit.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/inner-blindness-i-want-to-see/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (1st Thursdays)
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn these monthly peer supervision groups\, spiritual directors will have the opportunity to find support\, gain wisdom from others’ lived experiences\, and be part of a community where they can sharpen their skills. We ask that you commit to one group\, where you can build bonds of trust and support\, for the year. \n\n\n\nPlease choose one of the following: \n\n\n\n\nGroup 1: Second Mondays (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) Sept. 14\, Oct. 12\, Nov. 9\, Jan. 11\, Feb. 8\, Mar. 8\, Apr. 12\n\n\n\nGroup 2: First Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 3\, Oct. 1\, Nov. 5\, Jan 7\, Feb. 4\, Mar. 4\, Apr. 1\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 15\, Oct. 20\, Nov. 17\, Jan 19\, Feb. 16\, Mar. 16\, Apr. 20\n\n\n\n\nPlease register at least 3 days prior to the first session. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMary Kay Whitacre\n\n\n\nMary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University.  After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005\, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently\, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision\, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.  
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/spiritual-direction-peer-supervision-1st-thursdays/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (2nd Mondays)
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn these monthly peer supervision groups\, spiritual directors will have the opportunity to find support\, gain wisdom from others’ lived experiences\, and be part of a community where they can sharpen their skills. We ask that you commit to one group\, where you can build bonds of trust and support\, for the year. \n\n\n\nPlease choose one of the following: \n\n\n\n\nGroup 1: Second Mondays (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) Sept. 14\, Oct. 12\, Nov. 9\, Jan. 11\, Feb. 8\, Mar. 8\, Apr. 12\n\n\n\nGroup 2: First Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 3\, Oct. 1\, Nov. 5\, Jan 7\, Feb. 4\, Mar. 4\, Apr. 1\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 15\, Oct. 20\, Nov. 17\, Jan 19\, Feb. 16\, Mar. 16\, Apr. 20\n\n\n\n\nPlease register at least 3 days prior to the first session. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMary Kay Whitacre\n\n\n\nMary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University.  After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005\, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently\, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision\, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.  
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/spiritual-direction-peer-supervision-2nd-mondays-2/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom
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SUMMARY:Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (3rd Tuesdays)
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn these monthly peer supervision groups\, spiritual directors will have the opportunity to find support\, gain wisdom from others’ lived experiences\, and be part of a community where they can sharpen their skills. We ask that you commit to one group\, where you can build bonds of trust and support\, for the year. \n\n\n\nPlease choose one of the following: \n\n\n\n\nGroup 1: Second Mondays (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) Sept. 14\, Oct. 12\, Nov. 9\, Jan. 11\, Feb. 8\, Mar. 8\, Apr. 12\n\n\n\nGroup 2: First Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 3\, Oct. 1\, Nov. 5\, Jan 7\, Feb. 4\, Mar. 4\, Apr. 1\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 15\, Oct. 20\, Nov. 17\, Jan 19\, Feb. 16\, Mar. 16\, Apr. 20\n\n\n\n\nPlease register at least 3 days prior to the first session. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMary Kay Whitacre\n\n\n\nMary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University.  After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005\, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently\, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision\, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.  
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/spiritual-direction-peer-supervision-3rd-tuesdays/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T153000
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SUMMARY:Through a Green Lens: Cinema and Creation
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough story\, image\, and shared reflection\, this retreat invites you into a contemplative way of engaging film that deepens awareness of our connection with creation. We will gather for three screenings—Billy & Molly\, Spirited Away\, and The Biggest Little Farm—each offering a distinct window into what it means to live lovingly and responsibly within our shared home: a story of unexpected companionship and mutual healing between a man and a wild otter in the Shetland Islands; an animated mythic world that explores the consequences of unchecked consumption and the recovery of wonder and identity; and a family’s journey of ecological restoration through patient\, responsive collaboration with the land. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 8th. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Elizabeth Carrillo\n\n\n\nSr. Elizabeth has an M.A. degree in Religion and the Environment from the University of the South School of Theology in Sewanee\, Tennessee. She is a board and staff member of the Center for Deep Green Faith\, which provides offerings that blend eco-theology with eco-spirituality grounded in the Christian tradition. She is an alumna of the Center’s Contemplation and Care for Creation Certificate Program and provides workshops and retreats at Sophia Center and elsewhere.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/through-a-green-lens-cinema-and-creation/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T153000
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SUMMARY:Coffee and Silence–A Prayerful Day Away
DESCRIPTION:Including an optional guided centering prayer practice*\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStep away from the busyness of daily life and enter into a day of quiet rest and renewal. You are invited to find a cozy corner and settle into a comfortable chair\, take a peaceful walk around our beautiful grounds\, or spend time in the chapel or library. Let the gentle rhythm of the day create space for prayer\, reflection\, and simply being. Daily Eucharist is celebrated at 11:15 a.m. in St. Lucy’s Chapel and guests are welcome to join the sisters. Let us know as you arrive if you wish to do this.Warm coffee and tea will be available throughout your time with us. You are welcome to bring your own lunch or visit a nearby restaurant. Refrigerator space is available if needed. \n\n\n\n*An optional guided centering prayer practice will be offered at 10:00 a.m. \n\n\n\nPlease register no less than 2 days prior. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/coffee-and-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-september/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T123000
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SUMMARY:Nonviolent Communication: Enhancing Your Toolkit for Navigating the Election Year and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this time of polarization\, do you desire to communicate more effectively with loved ones\, neighbors and colleagues? No matter how much we care and try\, sometimes it can be quite a challenge!  \n\n\n\nNonviolent Communication is a time-honored model of relating that includes compassion\, empathy\, respect and understanding of human needs. It supports effective conflict resolution and helps create opportunities for deepening connection with others.  \n\n\n\nThis session will explore the basics of Nonviolent Communication and offer spiritual practices to support us as we endeavor to expand our orientation and “toolkit” for relating in our homes\, holiday dinner tables\, workplaces and beyond. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 15th. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKristina Frank\n\n\n\nKristina Frank is a 2023 graduate of Souljourners and serves as Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach Kansas City. She is a Certified Enneagram Teacher\, working regularly with individuals and groups. Kristina is a mother of six\, has a growing number of grandchildren\, and has served in various ministries and leadership roles in her Catholic parish and in other spiritual arenas.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/nonviolent-communication/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260608T035606
CREATED:20260407T160741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T140514Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Outreach Presenter Formation for Centering Prayer
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApply Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFr. Thomas Keating\, founder of Contemplative Outreach\n\n\n\nThe vision of Contemplative Outreach\, founded by Thomas Keating\, states “we embrace the process of transformation in Christ\, both in ourselves and in others\, through the practice of Centering Prayer.” Helping to bring this transformative prayer practice to others is richly rewarding. Please join us for this retreat that offers a first step of formation training that will enable you to become a commissioned presenter of centering prayer workshops in your local area. As a commissioned presenter\, you will have the opportunity to introduce the practice of Centering Prayer to others who are encountering it for the first time\, as well as help guide those already experienced in this contemplative exercise go more deeply.  \n\n\n\nThis retreat and training will be facilitated by experienced workshop presenters and centering prayer retreat leaders of Contemplative Outreach. Certain prerequisites are expected for participants in this event. They include a thorough exposure to the writings and teachings of Thomas Keating\, 2-3 years minimum of personal centering prayer practice\, and a recommendation from a current commissioned presenter of centering prayer. Other prerequisites are listed on the application form which can be accessed using the “Apply Now” link above. Please feel free to contact Rob Carr robcarr924@gmail.com if you have any questions about the application or the retreat itself. \n\n\n\nPlease apply by September 1. The registration fee will be due following reception and approval of your application.  \n\n\n\nUpon acceptance of your application\, you can expect to receive a registration link and invoice for the retreat at Sophia Spirituality Center.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/contemplative-outreach-presenter-formation-for-centering-prayer-2/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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