BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica - ECPv6.16.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.mountosb.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T153000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/03.19-Recreating-Life.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260328T113000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251030T164232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T210554Z UID:10001964-1774638000-1774697400@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Thomas Merton: Contemplative Prayer and the Search for Home 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\nWe will explore two of Thomas Merton’s major concerns — the search for one’s true home and the kind of prayer life that can bring us closer to what he called “the secret face of God.” On these topics\, Merton’s writings and his personal struggles continue to provide important guidance for us today. \n\n\n\nWe will reflect on what constitutes home: where we have found it in the past and where we experience our “true home” today. Is it a place we know or a place we hope for? Is it rooted in the past; and if so\, how can we return to it or recreate it wherever we are? How did Merton come to realize his own “true home”? \n\n\n\nIn the second half\, we will examine Merton’s understanding of contemplative prayer\, cultivated over a quarter century of monastic life\, as well as the advice he offered to those seeking a contemplative life outside the monastery. We will explore how to integrate contemplative prayer into daily living so fully that\, as Merton wrote in his famous essay Day of a Stranger\, “What I wear is pants. What I do is live. How I pray is breathe.” \n\n\n\nTime will be provided for private reflection\, group discussion\, and creative writing. \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 25. \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\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/thomas-merton-contemplative-prayer-and-the-search-for-home/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/03.27-Merton.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T153000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/12.12.25-CS-SQ.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260401T113000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251029T193745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184451Z UID:10001951-1775039400-1775043000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Salvation: Come Down from the Tree 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\nThis retreat invites us to reflect on the story of Zacchaeus\, who was called by Jesus to come down from the sycamore tree and receive the gift of salvation. His story reminds us that Jesus offers this same gift to each of us\, despite our unworthiness or lack of faithfulness. \n\n\n\nThrough scripture\, guided meditation\, quiet reflection\, and sharing\, we will be invited to let go of what holds us back\, to risk “climbing down from our perch\,” and to accept the salvation Christ freely offers as we gather at his table. \n\n\n\nThe retreat will include scripture\, guided meditation\, quiet reflection\, time for sharing\, and a closing prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 30. \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/salvation-come-down-from-the-tree-2/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/04.01-GM-Salvation.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260402T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260405T130000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/04.02.-Triduum2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T110000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251030T165821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T192836Z UID:10001958-1775554200-1775559600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Boundless Compassion Book Club (a 6-week series) 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 six-week journey into the heart of compassion with Sister Joyce Rupp’s inspiring book\, Boundless Compassion. In this reflective and practical study\, we’ll explore how to deepen our capacity for compassion—toward ourselves\, others\, and the wider world. Each week will include guided discussion\, personal reflection\, and spiritual practices that invite us to live more fully from a place of empathy and love. Whether you’re new to the topic or seeking to renew your commitment to compassion\, this group offers a welcoming space for growth\, connection\, and transformation. \n\n\n\nAll are welcome. No prior reading or experience necessary—just an open heart. \n\n\n\n*You are welcome to purchase the book on your own\, or we can order and send it to you for an additional $15 ($75 total). \n\n\n\nPlease register by April 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\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/boundless-compassion-book-club/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/09.24.25-SQ-Boundless-Compassion.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260408T113000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20250428T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T155449Z UID:10002274-1775642400-1775647800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Understanding Medicare DESCRIPTION:Get the most out of your Medicare benefits! \n\n\n\nCome and receive unbiased information and personal assistance from a licensed professional. Get all your questions answered about Medicare\, help signing up for services\, or adjust your current coverage plan. \n\n\n\nBy Appointment Only! Appointments are available in person\, virtually\, or via phone. \n\n\n\n\nPresented by Susana Marcos\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSusana is a bilingual professional volunteer at Keeler Women’s Center. She is always willing to inform\, educate\, and advise senior and disabled citizens about their options regarding health coverage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n CommentsThis 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/understanding-medicare-2/2026-04-08/ 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,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Susanna-Medicate-Mar-2017-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T203000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251030T165836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T170657Z UID:10001957-1775761200-1775766600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:The Holy in Poetry—Exploring How the Poet Conveys the Divine (4-week series) 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\nPoetry distills pieces of truth we have discovered in the living of life. In its succinct\, vivid language\, poetry gives us space to SENSE the truth before intellectually acknowledging it. Poetry often reveals what is sacred and holy\, thus speaking of the divine\, whether the poet names God or not. April is National Poetry Month\, so embark with us on a four-week series exploring how the divine shines through poetry. Poetry selections will include writings from poets such as Mary Oliver\, John O’Donohue\, Hafiz\, and René Maria Rilke.  \n\n\n\nPlease register for the series by April 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 and so we 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\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. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/the-holy-in-poetry/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/04.09-Holy-Poetry.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T130000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260401T163027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T163028Z UID:10002388-1776502800-1776517200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Retiro Espiritual Para El Duelo DESCRIPTION:Trabajando en nuestra vida durante la pérdida \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAcompáñenos en este día para aprender sobre los diferentes tipos de duelo\, los sufrimientos externos que nos llevan a experimentar el duelo en Cristo y cómo emprender el camino del perdón. Para hombres y mujeres que están pasando por cualquier tipo de pérdida. \n\n\n\nNo se aceptan niños para respetar la espiritualidad del día. Las puertas se cierran a las 9:15 a.m. \n\n\n\n \n \n "*" indicates required fields \n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.REGISTRACIÓN: INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTONombre*\n \n \n Primer Nombre\n \n \n \n \n Apellido\n \n \n \n Su nombre completoCorreo Electronico*\n \n Dirección de Correo Electrónico\n \n \n \n Confirmación de Correo Electrónico\n \n \n \n Número de Teléfono/Celular*\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n DETALLES DEL EVENTO/CLASENOMBRE DE LA CLASE A QUE QUIERE REGISTRARSE*CÓMO SE ENTERÓ DE NUESTRO PROGRAMASocial MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOther\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NÚMERO DE PERSONAS QUE ESTÁ REGISTRANDO*NECESITA ALGUNA ACOMODACIÓN ESPECIAL?Ejemplo: Elevador de sillas\, rampa para silla de ruedas\, etc.. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/retiro-espiritual-para-el-duelo/ LOCATION:St. Pius X\, 5500 Woodson Rd\, Mission\, Kansas\, 6602\, United States CATEGORIES:Keeler Women's Center,Keeler: En Español,Retreats ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/fallin-the-cemetary-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T203000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260227T182231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T182232Z UID:10002332-1776884400-1776889800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Monthly Book Club DESCRIPTION:Our Monthly Book Club reads and discusses books by female authors of different genres related to women’s history\, issues\, and stories. This group is currently holding virtual meetings only.  We have a limited number of copies of each book. Please ask if you need to request one. Please call 913.689.9375 for more information.  \n\n\n\nOur upcoming books are: \n\n\n\n\nMarch 18th – The Bookbinder by Pip Williams\n\n\n\nApril 22nd – The Sweetness of Forgetting by Kristin Harmel\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Therese Bysel\n\n\n\nTherese is a Keeler Women’s Center volunteer in her personal time leading our Monthly Book Club. She also serves as representative for our partnership with OakStar Bank in Shawnee Mission\, KS. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n LinkedInThis 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/monthly-book-club-8/2026-04-22/ 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,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/KWC-Book-club.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T203000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260427T200439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T185429Z UID:10002428-1776884400-1776889800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Monthly Book Club DESCRIPTION:Our Monthly Book Club reads and discusses books by female authors of different genres related to women’s history\, issues\, and stories. This group is currently holding virtual meetings only.  We have a limited number of copies of each book. Please ask if you need to request one. Please call 913.689.9375 for more information.  \n\n\n\nOur upcoming books are: \n\n\n\n\nMay 20th – The Colony Club by Shelley Noble\n\n\n\nJune 17th – Before Dorothy by Hazel Gaynor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Therese Bysel\n\n\n\nTherese is a Keeler Women’s Center volunteer in her personal time\, leading our Monthly Book Club. She also serves as representative for our partnership with OakStar Bank in Shawnee Mission\, KS. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n X/TwitterThis 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/monthly-book-club-9/2026-04-22/ 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,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/KWC-Book-club.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260424T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260426T150000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251030T165759Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T173906Z UID:10001956-1777057200-1777215600@www.mountosb.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/09.09.24-Celtic-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260506T113000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251029T194239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T184505Z UID:10001952-1778063400-1778067000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Mother: I Will Not Forget You 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\nThis retreat is based on Isaiah’s tender image of God as a mother whose faithful love never forgets her children. It invites us to rest in the assurance of God’s unfailing care\, a nurturing love that holds us even when other loves may falter. \n\n\n\nThe retreat will include scripture\, guided meditation\, quiet reflection\, time for sharing\, and a closing prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by May 4. \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/mother-i-will-not-forget-you/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/05.06-GM-Mother.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T160000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251024T193025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T193026Z UID:10001941-1778252400-1778256000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Souljourners Inquiry Session 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\nThese sessions are designed for those who are interested in becoming a spiritual director\, or learning the skills of spiritual direction\, through Souljourners\, our 3-year on-site formation program. Join us as we provide an in-depth view of Souljourners to help you determine if it is a path you feel called to pursue. Have your program questions answered. For those coming for an on-site day\, you will also have the opportunity to tour the campus and Sophia Center as well. \n\n\n\n*Following our on-site inquiry sessions\, we invite you to join us in the monastery dining room for lunch with the sisters. \n\n\n\nPlease register no later than 3 days prior to Zoom inquiries\, and no later than 1 week prior to in-person inquiries. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/souljourners-inquiry-session-10/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Souljourners,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2026-3-Inquiry-Sessions.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260508T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T153000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251030T164859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T131231Z UID:10001965-1778266800-1778340600@www.mountosb.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/05.03-Cont-Nature-Journal.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T113000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20250428T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T155449Z UID:10002275-1778666400-1778671800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Understanding Medicare DESCRIPTION:Get the most out of your Medicare benefits! \n\n\n\nCome and receive unbiased information and personal assistance from a licensed professional. Get all your questions answered about Medicare\, help signing up for services\, or adjust your current coverage plan. \n\n\n\nBy Appointment Only! Appointments are available in person\, virtually\, or via phone. \n\n\n\n\nPresented by Susana Marcos\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSusana is a bilingual professional volunteer at Keeler Women’s Center. She is always willing to inform\, educate\, and advise senior and disabled citizens about their options regarding health coverage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n LinkedInThis 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/understanding-medicare-2/2026-05-13/ 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,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Susanna-Medicate-Mar-2017-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260515T153000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251030T175019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T175021Z UID:10001977-1778837400-1778859000@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-6/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/12.12.25-CS-SQ.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260516T160000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20250612T151612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T195536Z UID:10001513-1778923800-1778947200@www.mountosb.org 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 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/09.24.25-SQ-Encuentro.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260530T150000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251030T165725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T143434Z UID:10001955-1780066800-1780153200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Zentangle for Beginners 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\, in case of cancellations. \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. Sr. 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\n*Cost includes a private room and meals. \n\n\n\nPlease register by May 22. \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. \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-3/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/03.28.25-Zen-for-Beg.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260531T140000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251030T165809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T205032Z UID:10001947-1780081200-1780236000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Clay and Fire 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. \n\n\n\nAfter taking some time to listen to God’s voice in creation\, we will carry the theme of nature with us into the art studio and into our clay work. Our time will be spent opening ourselves to the reality of God’s presence with us in everyday life\, through nature and the work of our hands. You will return home with your finished clay pieces as a remembrance of this special time and with a deepened awareness of God’s closeness to you. No artistic ability or experience in working with clay is needed; all are welcome! \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 p.m. \n\n\n\nPlease register by May 22. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. Because we never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone\, 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. Alberta Hermann\n\n\n\nSr. Alberta has engaged in various ministries: teacher\, occupational therapist\, maintenance director\, formation director\, and director of housekeeping. For fun\, she works with clay and enjoys baking. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/clay-and-fire-2/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/05.29-Clay-Fire.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T113000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20250428T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T155449Z UID:10002276-1781085600-1781091000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Understanding Medicare DESCRIPTION:Get the most out of your Medicare benefits! \n\n\n\nCome and receive unbiased information and personal assistance from a licensed professional. Get all your questions answered about Medicare\, help signing up for services\, or adjust your current coverage plan. \n\n\n\nBy Appointment Only! Appointments are available in person\, virtually\, or via phone. \n\n\n\n\nPresented by Susana Marcos\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSusana is a bilingual professional volunteer at Keeler Women’s Center. She is always willing to inform\, educate\, and advise senior and disabled citizens about their options regarding health coverage. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n FacebookThis 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/understanding-medicare-2/2026-06-10/ 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,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Susanna-Medicate-Mar-2017-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T140000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251024T193303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T193505Z UID:10001942-1781701200-1781704800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Souljourners Inquiry Session 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\nThese sessions are designed for those who are interested in becoming a spiritual director\, or learning the skills of spiritual direction\, through Souljourners\, our 3-year on-site formation program. Join us as we provide an in-depth view of Souljourners to help you determine if it is a path you feel called to pursue. Have your program questions answered. For those coming for an on-site day\, you will also have the opportunity to tour the campus and Sophia Center as well. \n\n\n\n*Following our on-site inquiry sessions\, we invite you to join us in the monastery dining room for lunch with the sisters. \n\n\n\nPlease register no later than 3 days prior to Zoom inquiries\, and no later than 1 week prior to in-person inquiries. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/souljourners-inquiry-session-11/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Souljourners,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2026-3-Inquiry-Sessions.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T203000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260427T200439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T185429Z UID:10002448-1781722800-1781728200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Monthly Book Club DESCRIPTION:Our Monthly Book Club reads and discusses books by female authors of different genres related to women’s history\, issues\, and stories. This group is currently holding virtual meetings only.  We have a limited number of copies of each book. Please ask if you need to request one. Please call 913.689.9375 for more information.  \n\n\n\nOur upcoming books are: \n\n\n\n\nMay 20th – The Colony Club by Shelley Noble\n\n\n\nJune 17th – Before Dorothy by Hazel Gaynor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Therese Bysel\n\n\n\nTherese is a Keeler Women’s Center volunteer in her personal time\, leading our Monthly Book Club. She also serves as representative for our partnership with OakStar Bank in Shawnee Mission\, KS. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n FacebookThis 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/monthly-book-club-9/2026-06-17/ 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,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/KWC-Book-club.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T120000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20251024T193623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T193624Z UID:10001943-1783422000-1783425600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Souljourners Inquiry Session 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\nThese sessions are designed for those who are interested in becoming a spiritual director\, or learning the skills of spiritual direction\, through Souljourners\, our 3-year on-site formation program. Join us as we provide an in-depth view of Souljourners to help you determine if it is a path you feel called to pursue. Have your program questions answered. For those coming for an on-site day\, you will also have the opportunity to tour the campus and Sophia Center as well. \n\n\n\n*Following our on-site inquiry sessions\, we invite you to join us in the monastery dining room for lunch with the sisters. \n\n\n\nPlease register no later than 3 days prior to Zoom inquiries\, and no later than 1 week prior to in-person inquiries. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/souljourners-inquiry-session-12/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Souljourners,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2026-3-Inquiry-Sessions.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260709T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T120000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260313T204630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T154413Z UID:10002369-1783623600-1783857600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:A Special Offering for Benedictine Oblates: Yearning for Life–The Timeless Wisdom of The Rule in Troubled Times DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOn-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHybrid (Zoom/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\nPlease note this event is only available to Benedictine oblates and inquirers. \n\n\n\nWho of us is not affected by “the times.” Whether we are struggling with the challenges of the now\, or worried about the uncertainty of the future\, Benedict invites us to choose a path of promise. As he asks in the Prologue of his Rule\, “is there anyone here who yearns for life and desires to see good days?” \n\n\n\nA resounding “yes!” \n\n\n\nThis year’s Oblate Institute will feature Judith Valente\, writer\, international speaker and Mount oblate who will lead us on a path to find these good days.  We will travel on a journey that studies Benedict’s tools for good works\, use of the psalms and a yearning to bring good zeal into our lives. \n\n\n\nAs a hybrid experience\, there are a number of attendance options for you. \n\n\n\n\nIn person attendance with single room – $450\n\n\n\nIn person attendance with shared room – $400\n\n\n\nCommuter (presentation\, social\, and meals included\, but no room) – $300\n\n\n\nZoom – $100\n\n\n\n\nFor those attending in-person\, you also have the option to arrive a day early (add $55)\, stay a day late (add $55)\, or both (add $110). \n\n\n\nSpace is limited—please register early. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. \n\n\n\n*Read 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/yearning-for-life-the-timeless-wisdom-of-the-rule-in-troubled-times/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Judith-Valente-bio-pic-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260715T120000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260513T164327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T164327Z UID:10002462-1784113200-1784116800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Compassionate Pause for Caregivers 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 gentle\, one-hour Zoom gathering created for caregivers—both professionals and those caring for family members or loved ones—who are carrying a great deal and rarely have space to simply be. This time offers a quiet invitation to step out of the demands of caregiving and into a rhythm of reflection\, rest\, and connection. Together\, we’ll share a brief grounding practice\, a contemplative reading\, and a period of silence\, followed by optional\, open-hearted sharing in a supportive and confidential space. Rooted in compassion for self and others\, this gathering honors both the gifts and the challenges of caregiving\, offering a place to reconnect with your own inner well of presence\, strength\, and care. \n\n\n\nPlease register by July 13th. \n\n\n\nAfter completing your registration\, you will receive a $0 invoice as confirmation. If you wish to make an offering\, details on how to do so will be provided at that time. \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/compassionate-pause-for-caregivers/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/07.15.26-Compassionate-Pause.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260722T203000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260427T200439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T185429Z UID:10002449-1784746800-1784752200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Monthly Book Club DESCRIPTION:Our Monthly Book Club reads and discusses books by female authors of different genres related to women’s history\, issues\, and stories. This group is currently holding virtual meetings only.  We have a limited number of copies of each book. Please ask if you need to request one. Please call 913.689.9375 for more information.  \n\n\n\nOur upcoming books are: \n\n\n\n\nMay 20th – The Colony Club by Shelley Noble\n\n\n\nJune 17th – Before Dorothy by Hazel Gaynor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Therese Bysel\n\n\n\nTherese is a Keeler Women’s Center volunteer in her personal time\, leading our Monthly Book Club. She also serves as representative for our partnership with OakStar Bank in Shawnee Mission\, KS. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Step 1 of 3\n \n \n 33%\n \n \n LinkedInThis 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/monthly-book-club-9/2026-07-22/ 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,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/KWC-Book-club.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T153000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260422T181945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T160440Z UID:10002395-1785231000-1785252600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:The Holy in Poetry—Exploring How the Poet Conveys the Divine 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\nPoetry distills pieces of truth we have discovered in the living of life. In its succinct\, vivid language\, poetry gives us space to sense the truth before intellectually acknowledging it. Poetry often reveals what is sacred and holy\, thus speaking of the divine whether the poet names God or not. Join us in exploring how the divine shines through poetry.  \n\n\n\n“Every single soul is a poem.” —Michael Franti \n\n\n\nPoetry selections may include poets such as Mary Oliver\, John O’Donohue\, Hafiz\, and Rainer Maria Rilke. \n\n\n\n*Cost includes noon meal. \n\n\n\nPlease register by July 21. \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. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/the-holy-in-poetry-exploring-how-the-poet-conveys-the-divine/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/03.07.25-Holy-Poetry-Script.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260804T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T150000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260422T181912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T181914Z UID:10002389-1785870000-1786201200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Silent Directed Retreat: In the Stillness\, God Speaks—Tapping Into Benedictine Wisdom 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 the opportunity to settle deeply into the richness of sacred silence. To help you open your spirit to God’s wisdom\, you will have access to daily prayer with the Benedictine sisters\, spiritual direction\, meditation\, and the peaceful monastery atmosphere. Is this the invitation your soul needs? \n\n\n\n*Cost includes a private room\, meals\, and spiritual direction. We will begin our time together with a social at 6:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nPlease register by July 28. \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/silent-directed-retreat-in-the-stillness-god-speaks/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/08.05.25-SQ-SDR.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T113000 DTSTAMP:20260608T114648 CREATED:20260513T164857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T164859Z UID:10002468-1785925800-1785929400@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Obedience: Doing It Willingly 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 rooted in the parable of the two sons\, whom their father asks to go into the vineyard\, along with the story of Jesus being called away from the Temple by his parents. Together\, these passages invite us to reflect on our own willingness to respond with respect\, responsibility\, and care in our daily lives—even when it is challenging. \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\n*Register for all 5 sessions\, Aug. 5\, Sept. 2\, Oct. 7\, Nov. 4\, Dec. 2\, for $50. \n\n\n\nPlease register by August 3. \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/obedience-doing-it-willingly/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/08.05.26-GM-Obidience.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR