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SUMMARY:Contemplative Mandalas
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\nWhile we know many types of prayer such as spiritual reading\, lectio divina\, liturgies\, and contemplative prayer\, few people are aware of praying with the spiritual art of the mandala. This Contemplative Mandala workshop introduces a method of prayer that is—as all prayer is—relational\, healing\, and insightful. One need not know how to draw\, for all that becomes in the created piece is the work of the Spirit. The Contemplative Mandala reveals the beauty of our inner being. This prayer art method was introduced to Sharon on a silent retreat and since then has remained a deeply personal experience of intimacy with the Spirit through the years. You are invited to explore the mandala art prayer in the sacred space of the Sophia Center. \n\n\n\nPlease register by February 28. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to 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 and so we 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\nSharon Highberger\n\n\n\nSharon Highberger is a spiritual director and retired chaplain in Topeka\, Ks. She is commissioned by Contemplative Outreach to teach centering prayer and is an oblate of Mount St. Scholastica in Atchison. In her book\, Dancing with Depression\, she writes of her spiritual recovery from clinical depression.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/contemplative-mandalas/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T093000
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SUMMARY:Sabbath on the Lenten Journey—Experience God Through the Creative Expression of Collage
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnfortunately\, due to unforeseen circumstances\, we must cancel this retreat. Hopefully we will be able to offer it at a later date. \n\n\n\nArt can be a form of prayer—a process to center ourselves and open up to experience God. In this experiential retreat we’ll create sacred collage using mixed media\, incorporating images\, words\, decorative paper\, stamped prints\, and embellishments. Reflection questions will include “How did I experience the creative process?” and “What does my art speak to me of the sacred?” Our focus is the process\, not the product\, so one need not be an accomplished artist\, but simply be willing to play and engage with the materials.  \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to 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 and so we 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\nWendy Deering-Poynter\n\n\n\nWendy is an ordained minister serving as a church worship director. She is a spiritual companion\, yoga instructor and florist. She lives in a farmhouse with her husband and two children\, where she likes to dance in the kitchen and eat chocolate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa Martin\n\n\n\nLisa is a spiritual companion\, quilter\, sewer\, and crafter. She works in public health and lives in a 100-year-old airplane bungalow with her cat\, Paisley. 
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/sacred-collage-sabbath-on-the-lenten-journey-experience-god-through-creative-expression/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T093000
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SUMMARY:Coffee & Silence–A Prayerful Day Away
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\nExperience the rejuvenation that a quiet\, peaceful day away can bring. Join us for Coffee & Silence—a mini-retreat intended for you to spend time as you wish: in silent prayer\, reading\, contemplative walks\, or restful reflection. Bring your lunch\, and enjoy coffee (or tea!) and perhaps a delicious treat as you savor this prayerful escape. \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-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-2/2025-03-25/
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:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T150000
DTSTAMP:20250224T214627Z
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SUMMARY:A Bread Retreat: Celebrating God’s Presence and Love
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Waitlist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis retreat is currently full\, but we encourage you to sign-up for our waiting list in case of cancellation. \n\n\n\nFrom God’s providing manna in the wilderness to Jesus’ miraculous multiplication of the loaves\, bread is used in Scriptures as a sign of God’s presence and bountiful love. Join us for a Bread Retreat that will provide a window into God’s love for us shared at our daily table\, and in the Eucharist. Experience the joy of kneading\, shaping and baking of dough with quiet time for prayer and sharing. Hear God’s invitation for us to be “eucharist” for one another. \n\n\n\nPlease register by Month Date. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to 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 and so we 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. Loretta McGuire\n\n\n\nSister Loretta’s ministries have involved taking care of the Benedictine community\, enabling the Sisters to engage in their respective ministries. She cooked for the Sisters at various convents\, and at Lillis High School\, Kansas City\, for the students\, faculty and staff. She trained as a professional hair stylist and served as a medical social worker. She is the monastery’s volunteer coordinator and can frequently be found baking bread or other delicious treats. She has served on the community senate and a number of committees.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/bread-retreat/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T150000
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SUMMARY:Zentangle for Beginners
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\nThe Zentangle method is an easy-to-learn\, relaxing\, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. The materials required are minimal. Zentangle may be used as a means of contemplation and also fosters creativity\, relaxation\, empowerment\, focusing\, excitement\, fun\, and satisfaction. S. Patricia Seipel is a certified Zentangle teacher\, having attended classes led by the founders\, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Come and enjoy learning something new that may grow into an established practice. Experience a relaxing time at Sophia Center and grow in your relationship with God. You will meet others on the same path and will leave with skills to help you continue with your practice of Zentangle. \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 21. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to 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 and so we 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. Patricia Seipel\n\n\n\nSr. Patricia ministered as a teacher for many years in Missouri and Kansas.  She also worked at Keeler Women’s Center.  Presently she serves as Community Formation Director\, offers spiritual direction\, and is a member of the Souljourners Leadership Team. She enjoys art\, being outdoors\, arranging flowers for the chapels\, working with the bees\, and making various kinds of rosaries for Monastery Goods. 
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/zentangle-for-beginners-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T153000
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SUMMARY:Heartfelt Healing: A Retreat for Compassionate Caregivers
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\nJoin us for a retreat designed specifically for caregivers seeking some rest and renewal. This retreat offers a serene space for those who selflessly support others\, to recharge and reflect. Based on Sr. Joyce Rupp’s Boundless Compassion work\, we will use guided meditation\, small group discussion\, prayer\, and times of reflective silence as we focus on compassion to others as well as ourselves. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a professional caregiver or supporting a loved one\, this retreat is designed to help you replenish your spirit\, foster deep connections\, rediscover the joy in your role\, and prepare you to continue your important work with renewed compassion. \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 21. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to 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 and so we 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\nMark Lepper\n\n\n\nMark is the Hospitality Coordinator at Sophia Center\, ready to greet you with a smile when you arrive\, or a kind voice when you call. He also offers spiritual direction as a graduate of the Souljourners program and enjoys leading retreats as a trained Boundless Compassion facilitator. Mark is an oblate of Mount St. Scholastica\, where he is formed by the Benedictine tradition of hospitality and community life. He looks forward to meeting you and sharing the gift of hospitality during your next visit to Sophia Center.  
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/heartfelt-healing-a-retreat-for-compassionate-caregivers-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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