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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Encuentro con Dios a través del arte (presencial)
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\nUn día para orar con el corazón\, las manos y los colores. \n\n\n\nTe invitamos a vivir una jornada de retiro en la que el silencio\, la Palabra y la expresión creativa se entrelazan para ayudarte a escuchar la voz de Dios en lo profundo de tu ser. A través de formas simples de arte —como el dibujo\, el color\, los símbolos\, el collage y la escritura libre— daremos espacio a lo que el Espíritu quiere susurrarnos hoy. \n\n\n\nSerá un día para: \n\n\n\n\n Escuchar la Palabra desde la imagen\n\n\n\n Dar forma a tu oración en un cuaderno personal\n\n\n\n Encontrar descanso\, inspiración y sentido\n\n\n\n Dejar que el Espíritu te conduzca más allá de las palabras\n\n\n\n\nNo necesitas experiencia artística. Solo ganas de abrirte a Dios de manera nueva y auténtica.“He aquí que yo hago algo nuevo; ¿no lo percibes?”—Isaías 43\,19 \n\n\n\nPor favor\, inscríbase antes del 9 de mayo. \n\n\n\nUna vez recibida su inscripción\, le enviaremos un correo electrónico de confirmación con su factura. No queremos que el costo del retiro sea un impedimento para nadie que desee asistir a nuestros programas\, por lo que nos alegra poder ofrecer becas.¡Complete hoy mismo nuestro sencillo formulario de solicitud de beca!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHna. Helga Leija\n\n\n\nHna. Helga es una traductora titulada y con experiencia que pertenece al Monasterio de las hermanas Benedictinas del Monte Santa Escolástica en Atchison\, Kansas. Se unió a Global Sisters Report como Enlace en español en julio del 2022 y en julio de 2023 fue nombrada  Editora de Columnas. Obtuvo una licenciatura en estudios de traducción de la Universidad de Texas en Brownsville y una maestría en estudios religiosos de la Universidad del Verbo Encarnado. Se ha desempeñado como maestra de preescolar\, primaria y secundaria en aulas bilingües y de lenguaje dual. Es voluntaria de Traductores sin Fronteras. Le gusta escribir y pintar acuarelas y cocinar comida mexicana.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/encuentro-con-dios-a-traves-del-arte-presencial/
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:20260515T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T175019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T175021Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee and 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-and-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-6/
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:20260508T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T164859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131231Z
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Nature Journaling
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\nThis retreat invites you to explore nature journaling and lectio divina in nature as ways of encountering God’s presence in creation. You will learn the basics of keeping a nature journal\, practicing “intentional curiosity” to notice closely\, ask questions\, and record both what you see and what stirs within. \n\n\n\nThrough simple sketches\, writing\, and contemplative prayer\, you will begin a personal journal that brings together the outer world and your inner life. Our time together will include observation\, journaling\, lectio divina in nature\, and shared reflection. No artistic or scientific background is needed\, only a desire to engage creation with wonder. \n\n\n\n*Cost includes private room and meals \n\n\n\nPlease register by May 1. \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\nRead 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. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDonna Coleman\n\n\n\nDonna grew up near Weston\, Missouri\, and earned her Bachelor’s degree in English from Benedictine College\, where she also studied Sociology and Philosophy. She later received certification in Graphic Design from the Kansas City Art Institute and has spent extended time working and volunteering in Belize\, Japan\, and Madagascar. Donna enjoys time outdoors\, creating art\, and putting her creative skills to work for Sophia. You’ll most often see her online\, supporting our Zoom presenters and participants. She lives in her childhood home with her husband\, Jesse.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/contemplative-nature-journaling/
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:20260424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T165759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T173906Z
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SUMMARY:Everything a Blessing: A Celtic Spirituality Retreat
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\n\n\n\n\nThis retreat is not just for the Irish\, Welsh\, and Scottish\, but for everyone who has searched for God in the ordinary and in the everyday.  Join us as we celebrate the goodness of creation\, the nearness of the saints\, and the power of the Trinity in our midst. Presentations will utilize ancient poetry\, art\, song\, storytelling\, and Celtic Christianity’s beautiful legacy of prayers and blessings. You will want to bring your Bible and journal. There will be ample time between presentations and our gathered time together for private prayer and reflection. \n\n\n\n*Cost includes a private room and meals. Our time together will begin with a social on Friday at 6:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nPlease register by April 17. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Therese Elias\n\n\n\nSr. Therese is a retreat director\, spiritual advisor and lecturer with specialties in Benedictine and Celtic spirituality\, the mystics\, and contemplative prayer.  She has led numerous pilgrimages to Ireland\, Scotland and Wales.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/everything-is-a-blessing-a-celtic-spirituality-retreat-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:20260402T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T165746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T205655Z
UID:10001954-1775145600-1775394000@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate the Easter Triduum at the Mount
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 full\, but we encourage you to register for the waitlist\, in case of cancellations.  \n\n\n\nJoin the monastic community and enter fully into days of deep silence and rich eucharistic celebration of the Last Supper\, remembrance of the Lord’s passion on Good Friday\, and Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord on Holy Saturday. Begin and end your Paschal journey with festive meals among the Benedictine sisters in the monastery dining room. \n\n\n\nThe summit of the Liturgical Year is the Easter Triduum — from the evening of Holy Thursday to the evening of Easter Sunday. Though chronologically three days\, they are liturgically one day unfolding for us the unity of Christ’s Paschal Mystery of dying and rising. The single celebration of the Triduum marks the end of the Lenten season and leads to the Mass of the Resurrection of the Lord at the Easter Vigil. \n\n\n\n*Includes a private room and meals.  \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 26. \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\nRead about our cancellation and refund policy.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/celebrate-the-easter-triduum-at-the-mount/
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:20260401T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T174931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T174932Z
UID:10001976-1775035800-1775057400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and 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-and-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-5/
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:20260319T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T165615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T205133Z
UID:10001963-1773912600-1773934200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Re-Creating a Life
DESCRIPTION:Learning How to Tell Our Most Life-Giving Story\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\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is closed for this event. \n\n\n\nCan changing your story change your life? Many people are seeking to make sense of the space between what they imagined their lives would be and what they actually are. \n\n\n\nThis retreat is designed for anyone who desires time to listen deeply to the stories they are telling about their lives. Dr. Diane Millis will introduce a variety of approaches for mining meaning in our personal stories and exploring God’s presence within them. \n\n\n\nThrough prayer\, reflection\, writing\, and conversation\, Diane will guide participants in discovering more life-giving stories. As she writes in her book\, Re-Creating a Life\, “It’s not what we’ve experienced that defines us\, but the stories we tell about our experiences.” \n\n\n\nJoin us to develop your capacity to author a story that reflects who you are now and who you are being called to become. \n\n\n\n*Includes noon meal. \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 12. \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\nRead about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDiane Millis\n\n\n\nDiane holds a B.A. and M.A. in Communication Studies and a Ph.D. in Family Studies from the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Minnesota. Since completing her doctorate\, she has studied theology and trained in spiritual direction\, retreat direction\, and the practice of interfaith dialogue. She has served on faculty of various colleges\, universities\, and theological schools throughout the United States. She was a guest presenter for our Souljourners Residency in 2025 and will continue to assist with Souljourners programming. \n\n\n\nShe is the author of three books\, Re-Creating a Life (SDI Press\, 2019)\, Deepening Engagement (SkyLight Paths\, 2015)\, and Conversation–The Sacred Art (SkyLight Paths\, 2013).
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/re-creating-a-life/
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:20260313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T140000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T164452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T161321Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Sowing Seeds of Compassion: A Boundless Compassion Weekend Retreat
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\nThis weekend retreat invites us to create a community rooted in compassion — toward ourselves\, one another\, and the world. With compassion at the center of our lived experience\, we learn to approach others with respect\, grow in our ability to lessen suffering\, and encourage each other to live compassionately. \n\n\n\nTogether we will reflect on the call to be a compassionate presence\, to adopt compassion as a way of life\, and to practice self-compassion. Through prayer\, reflection\, and conversation\, participants will be supported in deepening their understanding and practice of compassion in daily life. \n\n\n\nInterested participants will also be invited to continue the journey through three follow-up Zoom gatherings: Compassion and the Suffering\, Compassion and the Marginalized\, and Compassion for Creation. The weekend retreat and follow-up sessions are prerequisites for those who wish to become a Boundless Compassion Facilitator. More information about facilitator training will be available during the retreat. \n\n\n\nThe Boundless Compassion program was created by Joyce Rupp\, a well-known author\, spiritual midwife\, and retreat leader. Joyce is a member of the Servants of Mary community and author of Boundless Compassion: Creating a Way of Life. \n\n\n\n*Cost includes a private room and meals. Our time together will begin with a social on Friday at 6:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 6. \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\nRead about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLaura Baum-Parr\n\n\n\nLaura Baum-Parr is a Boundless Compassion Facilitator who has a passion for uncovering the deeper meaning in everyday life. She is the former Coordinator of Marriage and Family Ministries for the Omaha Archdiocese. Laura was responsible for the development of marriage preparation\, marriage enrichment\, and family spirituality programs\, as well as facilitating a program entitled Leadership in Family Ministry\, which trained volunteers to assess the needs in their parishes and bring about programs to meet those needs.  \n\n\n\nLaura is the author of the book\, When Grace Happens: Prayers and Reflections Revealing the Sacred in the Ordinary. Laura has also worked for many years as a school psychologist in the public schools\, which has greatly benefited her work in ministry. She currently lives in northern Minnesota; at this time in her life\, she states that it is the birch and pine trees outside her window that are her greatest teachers about our God of compassion\, beauty\, and delight! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTammy Devine\n\n\n\nDeacon Tammy Devine is passionate about walking with God’s people. Devine collaborates with thought leaders to facilitate personal and communal growth toward living and leading well through coaching and retreat leadership. Devine is credentialed as a PCC Coach\, Certified as an End of Life Coach\, Positive Intelligence and Boundless Compassion Facilitator. Principal for Devine Coaching. \n\n\n\nTammy is a strategic and systemic whole-person promoter of well-being\, through coaching\, education and inspiration. She works with individuals\, small groups\, and organizations who are seeking to be good stewards of the gifts God has given. Walking together\, Devine invites listening — to oneself\, one another and God with the purpose of greater health\, healing andbeloved community. \n\n\n\nDevine is a registered nurse\, (BA\, Augustana University\, Sioux Falls)\, has a Master’s in Leadership from Luther Seminary. Is an ELCA Deacon\, a parish nurse/coordinator\, a laughter yoga leader\, has completed the Grace Institute for Spiritual Formation\, Coach training through Auburn Theological Seminary.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/sowing-seeds-of-compassion-a-boundless-compassion-weekend-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:20260312T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T174838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T174839Z
UID:10001975-1773307800-1773329400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and 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-and-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-4/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T165704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T151543Z
UID:10001953-1771925400-1772035200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Two-Day Silent Retreat with Spiritual Direction
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\nStep away from the busyness of daily life and enter into a sacred space of rest\, reflection\, and renewal. This two-day silent retreat offers an opportunity to reconnect with God through silence\, prayer\, and one-on-one spiritual direction. With nothing scheduled for these days except rest\, private prayer\, prayer with the monastic community if you wish\, and the opportunity to meet with a spiritual director\, this retreat is ideal for those seeking time and space to think\, deeper communion with God\, or simply quiet time to listen more intentionally to the movements of the Spirit. Whether you are praying over a decision\, navigating a season of change\, or longing for deeper communion with God\, this retreat invites you to pause\, breathe\, and be renewed. \n\n\n\n*Cost includes a private room\, meals\, and one appointment with a spiritual director. \n\n\n\nPlease register by February 18. \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\nRead about our cancellation and refund policy.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/two-day-silent-retreat-with-spiritual-direction-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:20260218T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T174656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T174657Z
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SUMMARY:Coffee and 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-and-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-3/
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:20260213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T165542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T195400Z
UID:10001946-1771009200-1771081200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Create a Sacred Collage Journal: Who You Say I Am
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\nWho are we? We often see what we dislike in ourselves\, but God declared of all creation\, “It is good!” In this workshop\, we claim our identity as people or individuals who are created\, loved and redeemed by God. Friday\, we will each create a journal. Saturday\, we’ll create collage pages around the theme of our identity. The materials for collage include mixed media: images\, words\, decorative paper\, stamped prints and embellishments. Art can be a form of prayer\, a process to center ourselves and open ourselves to experience God. Our focus is the process and not the product\, so one need not be an accomplished artist but simply be willing to play and engage the materials. Join us for this creative and identity-affirming workshop. \n\n\n\n*Cost includes all supplies\, a private room and meals. Our time together will begin with a social on Friday at 6:00. \n\n\n\nPlease register by February 6. \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\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/create-a-sacred-collage-journal-who-you-say-i-am/
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:20260130T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260131T163000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T165508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T165508Z
UID:10001745-1769797800-1769877000@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Divine Harmonies—Exploring Spiritual Themes in Broadway Musicals
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\nEvery year\, thousands of people flock to theaters to immerse themselves in the beauty and grandeur of musicals. These stories\, set to music\, draw us into the lives of their characters in a unique and powerful way—through song and dance that often lingers in our hearts long after the curtain falls. \n\n\n\nJoin us in exploring the timeless appeal of musical theatre and reflecting on what these stories can teach us about faith\, morals\, and our connection to God. Whether you’re attending for the first time or returning for another encore\, you’ll enjoy a new lineup of musicals—each offering fresh insights and inspiration for the spiritual journey. \n\n\n\n*Cost includes a private room and meals. Our time together will begin with a social on Friday at 5:30. \n\n\n\nPlease register by January 23. \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\nSr. Suzanne Fitzmaurice\n\n\n\nSister Suzanne has served as campus minister at Notre Dame de Sion High School\, then taught at Cristo Rey High School\, Kansas City\, before joining Keeler Women’s Center as associate director. In addition\, she has ministered as the IT and hospitality coordinator at Sophia Spirituality Center\, computer IT support specialist at the monastery and as the Monastic Congregation of St. Scholastica webmaster. After studying for a year in County Cork\, Ireland\, she graduated from the University College of Cork in March 2024 with a master’s degree in Beginnings of Irish Christianity. She currently is the director of monastic temporalities.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/divine-harmonies-exploring-spiritual-themes-in-broadway-musicals-3/
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:20260122T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T165456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T174050Z
UID:10001935-1769074200-1769095800@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Sole to Soul: A Personal Retreat Day
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\nRegistration is full\, but we encourage you to register for the waitlist\, as cancellations do sometimes occur.  \n\n\n\nTake a day to refresh and restore your soul\, mind\, and body. Sr. Linda Zahner will lead a guided meditation drawing upon the wisdom of St. Hildegard of Bingen to start the day\, and then you can choose from one of three options— reflexology\, contemplative healing touch\, or spiritual direction—to add to your time. You will also have ample opportunity to visit the chapel\, walk the grounds\, or relax at Sophia Center—whatever nourishes your health and well-being.  \n\n\n\n*Cost also includes lunch. Registration is limited to 3. \n\n\n\nPlease register by January 15. \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\nRead 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/sole-to-soul-a-personal-retreat-day/
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:20260113T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20251030T173827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T173828Z
UID:10001967-1768296600-1768318200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and 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-and-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-2/
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:20260109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260111T100000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20241031T211259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T175313Z
UID:10000767-1767985200-1768125600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:The Book of Hours
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\n\n“In knowing what now means\, we are experiencing something that transcends time: eternity.” —David Steindl-Rast \n\n\n\n\nOften we spend our days hurried\, mindlessly getting through what needs to be done and ending our day exhausted. With the popularity and plethora of books and classes and systems of “time management\,” it is clear we hunger for a better relationship with time. The Benedictine tradition offers a different way. The liturgical hours of the day are a framework that help us access a time we rarely find: now. Learning to become present\, we meet the eternal now moment\, where we encounter ourselves and the divine. This retreat will be an experiential walk through the hours of the day; an exploration in music\, prayer\, and art of each hour’s gift to us; and an invitation to the present moment. We will make a book to contain our reflections\, our own “Book of Hours\,” to take home as a reminder and tangible way to tune into our days with praise and gratitude. \n\n\n\n*Includes all supplies\, a private room\, and meals. We will begin with a social on Friday from 6:00-7:00 p.m. All guests are welcome to stay for Sunday Eucharist\, followed by lunch\, before leaving. \n\n\n\nPlease register by January 2. \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\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRenee Bhatia\n\n\n\nRenee Bhatia\, is a spiritual director and expressive arts facilitator with an interest in spirituality and creative expression. Her work explores contemplative spaces and practices that support healing\, growth\, and transformation. She is also involved in the formation of spiritual directors and expressive arts facilitators through teaching\, supervision\, and mentoring. Renee believes creativity is an inherent part of being human and we make the world a better place when we allow it to flourish in everyone.www.temenosarts.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Susan Barber\n\n\n\nSister Susan serves as liturgist for the Mount St. Scholastica community\, providing music on organ and piano for prayer and Mass. \n\n\n\nIn her leisure\, she enjoys playing the piano\, making music with others\, walking outdoors\, reading\, and spending time with family and friends.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/the-book-of-hours/
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:20251212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251212T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T213951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T213951Z
UID:10001542-1765531800-1765553400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Coffee and 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-and-silence-a-prayerful-day-away/
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:20251204T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T213904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131059Z
UID:10001547-1764840600-1764864000@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Advent 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\nThis peaceful\, hands-on workshop invites you to explore the sacred and contemplative process of growing a mandala—an ancient spiritual practice that reflects the journey inward toward wholeness and divine presence. Through simple\, prayerful steps\, you will be gently guided to create your own mandala\, using the process as a form of meditation and quiet reflection. No drawing skills are required—only a willingness to slow down\, be present\, and open yourself to the creative Spirit within during the holy season of Advent. \n\n\n\n*Includes supplies and the noon meal. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 25. \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\nRead 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/advent-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:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251203T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T213757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T165637Z
UID:10001545-1764702000-1764775800@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Living Harmoniously: Exploring Benedictine Spirituality Through Music and Poetry
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\nAre you looking for the perfect retreat to begin the Advent season? This is it. \n\n\n\nIn today’s fast-paced culture\, it is not uncommon to feel stressed\, overworked\, isolated\, and unbalanced. Benedictine spirituality offers a different way. The Rule of St. Benedict\, which guides the sisters of Mount St. Scholastica and all Benedictine communities\, invites a life of harmonious living within ourselves\, with one another\, and with the earth. In this retreat we will explore some of the foundations of Benedictine spirituality through the elements of music and poetry: rhythm\, silence\, melody\, and harmony. This experiential retreat will offer time for prayer\, reflection\, creative expression\, and discussion. \n\n\n\n*Includes one-night stay in a private room\, breakfast and lunch on Wednesday. Our time together will begin with a social on Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 25. \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\nRead about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Susan Barber\n\n\n\nSister Susan serves as liturgist for the Mount St. Scholastica community\, providing music on organ and piano for prayer and Mass. \n\n\n\nIn her leisure\, she enjoys playing the piano\, making music with others\, walking outdoors\, reading\, and spending time with family and friends. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRenee Bhatia\n\n\n\nRenee Bhatia\, is a spiritual director and expressive arts facilitator with an interest in spirituality and creative expression. Her work explores contemplative spaces and practices that support healing\, growth\, and transformation. She is also involved in the formation of spiritual directors and expressive arts facilitators through teaching\, supervision\, and mentoring. Renee believes creativity is an inherent part of being human and we make the world a better place when we allow it to flourish in everyone.www.temenosarts.com
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/living-harmoniously-exploring-benedictine-spirituality-through-music-and-poetry/
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:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250618T195455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T143533Z
UID:10001554-1763751600-1763825400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:La Dolce Vita—The Sweet Life
DESCRIPTION:What Italy Can Teach Us About Celebrating the Holidays More Joyfully\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\nItaly is known the world over for its storied art\,  significant history\, superb food and exquisite wines. But beyond what tourists normally see when they visit this country is an attitude of the heart known to all Italians that allows them to see and experience the sacred and poetic in simple\, mundane elements of daily living. \n\n\n\nIn this retreat\, spirituality author and journalist Judith Valente\, who has spent considerable time living in Italy in recent years\, distills what it is about the Italian lifestyle that fosters living more mindfully and joyfully\, and how we can incorporate many of those attitudes and practices into our hectic American lifestyle. We will explore the sanctity with which Italians approach the dinner table\, the way they prize quality over quantity\, pride themselves on personal relationships as much as professional achievements\, and venerate the age-old practice of chiacchiera — chatting with others — as a way of staying connected and cultivating a sense of belonging and community. Italians are not afraid of taking time to simply do nothing. As Judith notes\, “In Italy I learned to pay as much attention to my self-care as I do to my work.” We invite you to take this journey to Italy and come away with ideas for how to live la dolce vita\, the  Italian sweet life wherever you are. \n\n\n\n*Our time together will begin with a social on Friday at 6:00 p.m. Cost includes private room and meals. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 14. \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\nRead about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJudith Valente\n\n\n\nJudith Valente is a journalist\, poet and the author of six spirituality titles and three poetry collections. She is an oblate of Mount St. Scholastica Monastery in Atchison\, KS\, which is the subject of her award-winning memoir\, Atchison Blue: A Search for Silence\, A Spiritual Home and a Living Faith.  She is also the author of How To Live: What The Rule of St. Benedict Teaches Us About Happiness\, Meaning and Community; as well as co-author ofThe Art of Pausing; and How To Be\, the latter two books written with Brother Paul Quenon\, a monk of the Abbey of Gethsemani in Kentucky. Judith guides frequent retreats on how to live a more contemplative life in the secular world and leads the annual “Benedictine Footprints” retreat/pilgrimage to lesser-known parts of Italy. Her newest book is The Italian Soul: How to Savor the Full Joys of Life\, about what we can learn from the Italian lifestyle about living more mindfully and joyfully.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/la-dolce-vita-the-sweet-life/
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:20251119T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T213745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T213745Z
UID:10001541-1763544600-1763566200@www.mountosb.org
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-7/
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:20251111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251112T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250618T205146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T154215Z
UID:10001555-1762851600-1762963200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Two-Day Silent Retreat with Spiritual Direction
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\nRegistration is full\, but we encourage you to sign-up for the waitlist. \n\n\n\nStep away from the busyness of daily life and enter into a sacred space of rest\, reflection\, and renewal. This two-day silent retreat offers an opportunity to reconnect with God through silence\, prayer\, and one-on-one spiritual direction. With nothing scheduled for these days except rest\, private prayer\, prayer with the monastic community if you wish\, and the opportunity to meet with a spiritual director\, this retreat is ideal for those seeking time and space to think\, deeper communion with God\, or simply quiet time to listen more intentionally to the movements of the Spirit. Whether you are praying over a decision\, navigating a season of change\, or longing for deeper communion with God\, this November retreat invites you to pause\, breathe\, and be renewed. \n\n\n\n*Cost includes a private room\, meals\, and one appointment with a spiritual director. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 4. \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\nRead about our cancellation and refund policy.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/two-day-silent-retreat-with-spiritual-direction/
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:20251016T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T213625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T213625Z
UID:10001539-1760607000-1760628600@www.mountosb.org
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-6/
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:20251011T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T165118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T160236Z
UID:10001549-1760175000-1760196600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Sole to Soul: A Personal Retreat Day
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\nRegistration is full\, but we encourage you to sign-up for our waitlist. \n\n\n\nTake a day to refresh and restore your soul\, mind\, and body. Sr. Linda Zahner will lead a guided meditation to start the day\, and then you can choose from one of three options— reflexology\, contemplative healing touch\, or spiritual direction—to add to your time. You will also have ample opportunity to visit the chapel\, walk the grounds\, or relax at Sophia Center—whatever nourishes your health and well-being.  \n\n\n\n*Cost also includes lunch. Registration is limited to 3. \n\n\n\nPlease register by October 3. \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\nRead 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/sole-to-soul-a-personal-retreat-day-6/
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:20251006T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T165053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T193310Z
UID:10001546-1759777200-1760097600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Centering Prayer: The Inner Room and Centered Living
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\nGuest presenter\, Jim McElroy\n\n\n\n“We are invited to be God’s intimate companions and sharers of the divine nature. The issue is whether we’ll consent. That’s all we have to do\, ultimately—allow ourselves to be loved unconditionally\, and so be empowered to meet the real needs of everyone in the human family\, past\, present and to come.” —Father Thomas Keating \n\n\n\n*Includes private room and meals. We will begin our time together with a social\, starting at 6:00 p.m. and end Friday at noon with lunch. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 29. \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\nJim McElroy\n\n\n\nJim McElroy has been practicing Centering Prayer since 1996 and has been a Commissioned Presenter of Centering Prayer since 2002. In his many years of service with Contemplative Outreach\, Jim has been on the leadership team of 12-Step Outreach since its formation in 2005. He also serves on the Faculty of the Welcoming Prayer Practice and as a member of the Living Flame Teaching Team.  He is a former coordinator of Contemplative Outreach of St. Louis\, and he currently serves on the Finance and Legal Team for Contemplative Outreach.  Jim’s passion is opening the door for others to the experience the contemplative dimension of being. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRob Carr\n\n\n\nRev. Rob Carr has represented Contemplative Outreach Kansas City as a centering prayer presenter and retreat leader since 2002. He also has been active in leadership with the Academy for Spiritual Formation for 15 years and is a graduate of the Souljourners program through Sophia Center. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRev. Dr. Dennie Oades\n\n\n\nDennie is a Contemplative Outreach commissioned presenter of Centering Prayer\, Centering Prayer as 11th Step\, and Welcoming Prayer. She is a retired United Methodist pastor and a graduate of the Souljourners program through Sophia Center.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/centering-prayer-the-inner-room-and-centered-living/
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:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250930T143000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250829T143515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T171712Z
UID:10001838-1759237200-1759242600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Going Green Cleaning
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to make safe cleaning alternatives \n\n\n\n to keep your family healthy! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nPresented by Dr. Chiquita Miller\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Chiquita Miller has been one of our most faithful volunteers for over 20 years. She also serves on our advisory board. As a profession\, she serves as a Family Consumer Sciences County Agent through the University of K-State Research & Extension Wyandotte County. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n                \n        \n        	Step 1 of 3\n        	 \n            \n                33%\n            \n                        \n					URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.REGISTRATION CONTACT INFORMATIONName(Required)\n                            \n                            \n                                                    First\n                                                    \n                                                \n                            \n                            \n                                                            Last\n                                                            \n                                                        \n                            \n                        Email(Required)\n                                \n                                    Enter Email\n                                    \n                                \n                                \n                                    Confirm Email\n                                    \n                                \n                                \n                            Phone(Required)\n                    \n                    \n                          \n                    \n                \n                \n                    \n                        EVENT/CLASS DETAILSNAME OF THE CLASS YOU WANT TO ATTEND(Required)HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT US?Social MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOther\n                    \n                    \n                          \n                    \n                \n                \n                    \n                        Number of people you are registring(Required)Please let us know if you will be needing special accommodations.i.e. – Will you need a ramp?  Chair lift?  etc…
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/going-green-cleaning/
LOCATION:Keeler Women’s Center\, 759 Vermont Ave\, Suite 100 - B\, Kansas City\, KS\, 66101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Keeler Women's Center,Keeler: In English,On-Site
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250927T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T151656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T190633Z
UID:10001515-1758913200-1758987000@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Elements: Encountering God in Wind\, Water\, Fire\, and Earth
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\nEarly Christians spoke of two sacred books: the scriptures and the book of nature\, each offering insight into the presence and activity of God. Drawing on the rich symbolism of the Psalms\, the earth-rooted imagery of Jesus’ parables\, liturgical tradition\, and insights from the Christian mystics\, we will engage the classical elements—wind\, water\, fire\, and earth—as living metaphors that reveal God’s sustaining and transforming presence. Through prayer\, journaling\, and lectio divina in nature\, we will deepen our connection to God and grow in the awareness of ourselves as part of the sacred community of creation. \n\n\n\nWe will begin our retreat with a social\, starting at 6:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 25. \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\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/sacred-elements-encountering-god-in-wind-water-fire-and-earth/
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:20250916T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T153000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T151540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T151540Z
UID:10001538-1758015000-1758036600@www.mountosb.org
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-5/
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:20250913T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T151526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T151526Z
UID:10001512-1757755800-1757779200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Collage: Experience God Through Creative Expression
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\nArt can be another form of prayer\, a way to center and open ourselves to an experience of God. Through creating\, we often feel renewed\, refreshed\, and re-created. This experiential retreat includes prayer\, lunch\, and art supplies. In three sessions\, we will create sacred collage using mixed media—images\, words\, decorative paper\, stamped prints\, and embellishments. After each session\, we’ll offer sharing and reflection\, asking questions such as “How did I experience the creative process?” and “What does my art tell me about the sacred?”  Our focus is the process and not the product\, so one need not be an accomplished artist but simply willing to play and engage the materials. Our theme will be sabbath and rest. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to consider adding an optional overnight stay (for an additional $65)\, before or after the scheduled retreat time\, to spend more quality time with God. Just let us know as you register\, and we will add it to your stay. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 6. \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\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-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:20250912T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260520T201513
CREATED:20250612T151512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T171848Z
UID:10001509-1757689200-1757775600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Dreams: Our Own Personal Parables
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWait-list\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is full. If you would like to register for our wait-list\, please do so! \n\n\n\nJesus often spoke and taught in parables—stories filled with metaphor\, symbolism\, and hidden messages that turned usual circumstances upside down. Our dreams at night are very similar\, and while they often seem important for us to process\, we may not know how to do so. Exploring dreams through different methods and from other perspectives can be helpful as we look to make sense of the mysterious stories that God\, the Dream-Maker\, sends to help us grow in holiness and wholeness. In this retreat\, we will explore some basic dream theory and ways to work with our dreams to facilitate new insights into the meaning and messages in our dreams. Sharing during the retreat will require some openness and vulnerability\, as you are invited to submit a written dream to process with your fellow retreatants\, but you can expect the experience to be both rich and fun. We will have some prayer time with Scripture and information/handouts about dream theory\, but the majority of our time will be spent exploring our night dreams. \n\n\n\nRegistration is limited to 6. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 5. \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\nBernadette Graves\n\n\n\nBernadette “Bernie” Graves has been intrigued by dreams since she was about 8 years old. She is a 2013 graduate of the Souljourners program. Bernie has been on the Souljourners staff since 2015 and offers a mini-course on dreams for the Souljourners students. She recently retired from 40 years of laboratory work as an immunohematologist.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/dreams-our-own-personal-parables-3/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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