BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica - ECPv6.16.4.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica 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:20260707T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260707T120000 DTSTAMP:20251024T193624Z 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:20260708T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260708T113000 DTSTAMP:20260623T192641Z CREATED:20250428T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T192641Z UID:10002567-1783504800-1783510200@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 EmailThis 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-2/2026-07-08/ 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:20260709T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260712T120000 DTSTAMP:20260616T222253Z CREATED:20260313T204630Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T222253Z 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\nOnly 2 rooms available (both require stairs and do not have handicap features in bathrooms). Please 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:20260513T164327Z 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:20260428T185429Z 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 NameThis 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:20260805T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T113000 DTSTAMP:20260513T164859Z 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T200000 DTSTAMP:20260513T164337Z CREATED:20260513T164337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T164337Z UID:10002465-1785954600-1785960000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Remarkable Irish Women Through History and Faith (a 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\nJoin us for an engaging and inspiring journey through Ireland’s rich history as we explore the lives of remarkable women whose courage\, faith\, and leadership helped shape a nation. From legendary queens and daring adventurers to beloved saints and compassionate visionaries\, these women continue to leave their mark on history and on the hearts of those who hear their stories. \n\n\n\nTogether\, we will learn about the strength and determination of Queen Maeve\, the fearless spirit of Pirate Grace O’Malley\, the enduring faith and hospitality of Saint Brigid\, and the compassionate legacy of Nano Nagle\, founder of the Presentation Sisters and champion of the poor. \n\n\n\nThrough storytelling\, reflection\, and discussion\, we will discover how the lives of these extraordinary Irish women can inspire and challenge us in our own journeys of faith and courage. \n\n\n\nPlease register by August 3rd. \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. 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/remarkable-irish-women-through-history-and-faith-a-4-week-series/ 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/2026/05/08.05.26-Irish-Women.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T113000 DTSTAMP:20260623T192641Z CREATED:20250428T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T192641Z UID:10002568-1786528800-1786534200@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-2/2026-08-12/ 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:20260818T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260818T120000 DTSTAMP:20260513T164356Z CREATED:20260513T164356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T164356Z UID:10002460-1787049000-1787054400@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Lectio Naturae–Waking Up (a monthly series) DESCRIPTION:Journey 1\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nZoom \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\nUsing Living In an Icon as our monthly guide\, we will learn about and put into practice lectio naturae (think of lectio divina\, but with nature rather than scripture)\, to help us in waking up and beginning the process of truly learning to see. Every day presents us many opportunities to encounter and learn more about God\, but all too often we fail to recognize them when they come our way. As Israel Baal Shem (c1698-1760) was said to have stated:  \n\n\n\n“The world is full of wonders and miracles but people take their little hands and cover their eyes and see nothing.” \n\n\n\nThe exercises in this first part of our journey encourage us to uncover our eyes\, wake up from our existential naps\, and engage with the world around us.  \n\n\n\n*For these sessions\, we will be using Living in an Icon\, which you can either purchase for yourself\, or we can order and send to you for an additional cost of $17–just make a note as you register. Subsequent session dates\, gathering the third Tuesday of each month: September 15\, October 20\, November 17\, December 15. \n\n\n\nPlease register by August 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\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/lectio-naturae-waking-up-journey-one/ 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/2025/05/08.12.25-LN-Waking-Up-SQ-O-e1750782249587.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260819T203000 DTSTAMP:20260624T182013Z CREATED:20260624T182012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T182013Z UID:10002591-1787166000-1787171400@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\n    July 22nd – The Butterfly Collector by Tea Cooper\n\n\n\n    August 19th – Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom\n\n\n\n    September 16th – The Hungry Road by Marita Conlon-McKenna\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 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/monthly-book-club-10/2026-08-19/ 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:20260902T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T113000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141016Z CREATED:20260529T141016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141016Z UID:10002469-1788345000-1788348600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Inner Blindness:  I Want to See DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a guided meditation centered on the healing of Blind Bartimaeus. This familiar story invites us to reflect on our own longing for healing and the places where we may struggle to see clearly. It gently reminds us that we are loved and forgiven\, even in what we might wish to hide or cannot yet recognize within ourselves. Jesus meets us with compassion\, always ready to restore our sight and guide us toward wholeness.. \n\n\n\nThe session will include scripture\, guided meditation\, time for quiet reflection\, opportunities for sharing\, and will conclude with a closing prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by August 31st. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Linda Zahner\n\n\n\nSr. Linda is a member of Mount St. Scholastica Monastery in Atchison\, Kansas. For 32 years\, she worked in education as a teacher\, administrator\, and executive officer for a consolidated Catholic school system. In 1996\, she received her certification as a spiritual director and retreat director from the Creighton Spirituality Program. She completed massage therapy training at the Universal College of Healing Arts in Omaha\, Nebraska\, passing her national boards in 1999. Sr. Linda guides retreats and offers therapeutic massage\, promoting a holistic approach to health and well-being of body\, mind\, and spirit. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/inner-blindness-i-want-to-see/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/09.02.26-GM-blindness.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260903T113000 DTSTAMP:20260501T202304Z CREATED:20260429T195148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T202304Z UID:10002456-1788429600-1788435000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (1st Thursdays) DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn these monthly peer supervision groups\, spiritual directors will have the opportunity to find support\, gain wisdom from others’ lived experiences\, and be part of a community where they can sharpen their skills. We ask that you commit to one group\, where you can build bonds of trust and support\, for the year. \n\n\n\nPlease choose one of the following: \n\n\n\n\nGroup 1: Second Mondays (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) Sept. 14\, Oct. 12\, Nov. 9\, Jan. 11\, Feb. 8\, Mar. 8\, Apr. 12\n\n\n\nGroup 2: First Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 3\, Oct. 1\, Nov. 5\, Jan 7\, Feb. 4\, Mar. 4\, Apr. 1\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 15\, Oct. 20\, Nov. 17\, Jan 19\, Feb. 16\, Mar. 16\, Apr. 20\n\n\n\n\nPlease register at least 3 days prior to the first session. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMary Kay Whitacre\n\n\n\nMary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University.  After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005\, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently\, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision\, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.   URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/spiritual-direction-peer-supervision-1st-thursdays/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T113000 DTSTAMP:20260623T192641Z CREATED:20250428T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T192641Z UID:10002569-1788948000-1788953400@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 InstagramThis 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-2/2026-09-09/ 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:20260914T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260501T202337Z CREATED:20260429T194358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T202337Z UID:10002455-1789385400-1789390800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (2nd Mondays) DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn these monthly peer supervision groups\, spiritual directors will have the opportunity to find support\, gain wisdom from others’ lived experiences\, and be part of a community where they can sharpen their skills. We ask that you commit to one group\, where you can build bonds of trust and support\, for the year. \n\n\n\nPlease choose one of the following: \n\n\n\n\nGroup 1: Second Mondays (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) Sept. 14\, Oct. 12\, Nov. 9\, Jan. 11\, Feb. 8\, Mar. 8\, Apr. 12\n\n\n\nGroup 2: First Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 3\, Oct. 1\, Nov. 5\, Jan 7\, Feb. 4\, Mar. 4\, Apr. 1\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 15\, Oct. 20\, Nov. 17\, Jan 19\, Feb. 16\, Mar. 16\, Apr. 20\n\n\n\n\nPlease register at least 3 days prior to the first session. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMary Kay Whitacre\n\n\n\nMary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University.  After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005\, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently\, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision\, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.   URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/spiritual-direction-peer-supervision-2nd-mondays-2/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260915T203000 DTSTAMP:20260501T202425Z CREATED:20260429T194421Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T202425Z UID:10002454-1789498800-1789504200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (3rd Tuesdays) DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn these monthly peer supervision groups\, spiritual directors will have the opportunity to find support\, gain wisdom from others’ lived experiences\, and be part of a community where they can sharpen their skills. We ask that you commit to one group\, where you can build bonds of trust and support\, for the year. \n\n\n\nPlease choose one of the following: \n\n\n\n\nGroup 1: Second Mondays (11:30 AM – 1:00 PM) Sept. 14\, Oct. 12\, Nov. 9\, Jan. 11\, Feb. 8\, Mar. 8\, Apr. 12\n\n\n\nGroup 2: First Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 3\, Oct. 1\, Nov. 5\, Jan 7\, Feb. 4\, Mar. 4\, Apr. 1\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 15\, Oct. 20\, Nov. 17\, Jan 19\, Feb. 16\, Mar. 16\, Apr. 20\n\n\n\n\nPlease register at least 3 days prior to the first session. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMary Kay Whitacre\n\n\n\nMary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University.  After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005\, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently\, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision\, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.   URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/spiritual-direction-peer-supervision-3rd-tuesdays/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260916T203000 DTSTAMP:20260624T182013Z CREATED:20260624T182012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T182013Z UID:10002592-1789585200-1789590600@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\n    July 22nd – The Butterfly Collector by Tea Cooper\n\n\n\n    August 19th – Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom\n\n\n\n    September 16th – The Hungry Road by Marita Conlon-McKenna\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 InstagramThis 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-10/2026-09-16/ 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:20260917T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T123000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141055Z CREATED:20260529T141055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141055Z UID:10002467-1789641000-1789648200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Nonviolent Communication: Enhancing Your Toolkit for Navigating the Election Year and Beyond DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this time of polarization\, do you desire to communicate more effectively with loved ones\, neighbors and colleagues? No matter how much we care and try\, sometimes it can be quite a challenge!  \n\n\n\nNonviolent Communication is a time-honored model of relating that includes compassion\, empathy\, respect and understanding of human needs. It supports effective conflict resolution and helps create opportunities for deepening connection with others.  \n\n\n\nThis session will explore the basics of Nonviolent Communication and offer spiritual practices to support us as we endeavor to expand our orientation and “toolkit” for relating in our homes\, holiday dinner tables\, workplaces and beyond. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 15th. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKristina Frank\n\n\n\nKristina Frank is a 2023 graduate of Souljourners and serves as Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach Kansas City. She is a Certified Enneagram Teacher\, working regularly with individuals and groups. Kristina is a mother of six\, has a growing number of grandchildren\, and has served in various ministries and leadership roles in her Catholic parish and in other spiritual arenas. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/nonviolent-communication/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/09.17.26-non-violent-com-navigate.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261001T120000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141102Z CREATED:20260529T141102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141102Z UID:10002477-1790850600-1790856000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:The Enneagram and the Spiritual Journey: Becoming More Fully Who You Are DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat motivates you? What draws your attention? How might you inadvertently be living small (smaller than God invites you)\, even if you seem bold to some? How may what you fear\, consciously or unconsciously\, be impacting your life?  \n\n\n\nThe Enneagram\, based on ancient wisdom and accessible to people of all faiths\, offers insight into our strengths\, motivations\, defenses\, and so much more\, and provides a map of the dynamics of our psychological and spiritual growth.  \n\n\n\nTogether we will explore how the Enneagram can support our spiritual journey and open us to a more robust living of our lives. How might we experience greater freedom to be our true selves\, as God created us to be? \n\n\n\nThis series will include teaching and practices to engage with the material personally. It is appropriate for all\, including those totally new to the Enneagram and those with more Enneagram experience. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 24. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKristina Frank\n\n\n\nKristina Frank is a 2023 graduate of Souljourners and serves as Coordinator of Contemplative Outreach Kansas City. She is a Certified Enneagram Teacher\, working regularly with individuals and groups. Kristina is a mother of six\, has a growing number of grandchildren\, and has served in various ministries and leadership roles in her Catholic parish and in other spiritual arenas. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/the-enneagram-and-the-spiritual-journey-becoming-more-fully-who-you-are/ 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/2026/05/10.01.26-Enneagram.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261007T113000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141117Z CREATED:20260529T141117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141117Z UID:10002470-1791369000-1791372600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Experiencing Autumn 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 and reflection on the rich themes of autumn. As the season changes\, we witness harvest\, migration\, and the quiet surrender of trees releasing their leaves. In these movements of nature\, we are invited to notice the rhythms of letting go and renewal. \n\n\n\nThe session will include scripture\, guided meditation\, time for quiet reflection\, opportunities for sharing\, and will conclude with a closing prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by October 5th. \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/experiencing-autumn/ 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/2026/05/10.07.26-autumn.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261021T143000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141124Z CREATED:20260529T141124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141124Z UID:10002478-1792587600-1792593000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Earth\, Our Original Monastery (a 5-week Zoom book-club) 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 five-week online book discussion series on Earth\, Our Original Monastery by Christine Valters Paintner. Together\, we will explore the ancient Christian insight that the natural world is a place of prayer\, wisdom\, and encounter with God. Through weekly conversation and supplemental readings\, we will reflect on creation as cathedral\, scripture\, icon\, holy teacher\, sacrament\, and liturgy. This series invites a contemplative engagement with creation\, shaped by the Benedictine practice of attention and reverence for the holy encountered in daily life. \n\n\n\n*If you would like us to purchase and send the book to you\, please let us know as you register. We are happy to do so for the additional cost of $16.50 \n\n\n\nPlease register by October 16. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will be your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Elizabeth Carrillo\n\n\n\nSr. Elizabeth has an M.A. degree in Religion and the Environment from the University of the South School of Theology in Sewanee\, Tennessee. She is a board and staff member of the Center for Deep Green Faith\, which provides offerings that blend eco-theology with eco-spirituality grounded in the Christian tradition. She is an alumna of the Center’s Contemplation and Care for Creation Certificate Program and provides workshops and retreats at Sophia Center and elsewhere. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/earth-our-original-monastery-a-5-week-zoom-book-club/ 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/2026/05/10.21.26-Earth-Monastery.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T113000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141200Z CREATED:20260529T141200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141200Z UID:10002471-1793788200-1793791800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Good Judgement: Choose Wisely 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 and reflection on the enlightening prayer experience\, “Choose Wisely\,” inspired by Solomon’s gift of discernment. This time of prayer invites us to seek wisdom in our decision-making and in our relationships with others\, following Solomon’s example of thoughtful and faithful judgment. \n\n\n\nThe session will include scripture\, guided meditation\, time for quiet reflection\, opportunities for sharing\, and will conclude with a closing prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 2nd. \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/good-judgement-choose-wisely/ 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/2026/05/11.04.26-GM-chose-wisely.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261107T120000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141207Z CREATED:20260529T141207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141207Z UID:10002459-1794045600-1794052800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Living With Grief During the Holiday Season—Remembering With Love 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\nThe memories\, traditions\, and celebrations of the holiday season can be a bittersweet reminder of the love you have had and lost. It can be difficult to face the merriment around you while your own heart is grieving. A new normal may have been thrust upon you\, and navigating the season can feel overwhelming. This session will offer an opportunity to share your grief and to plan for a meaningful holiday season with others who understand. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 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\nMary Kay Whitacre\n\n\n\nMary Kay has worked in pastoral ministry in the Catholic Church for more than 45 years. She received a Master’s degree in Religious Education in 1982 and her Doctor of Ministry in 2017 from Seattle University.  After she graduated from the Souljourners Spiritual Direction Formation Program in 2005\, she joined the Souljourners staff. Currently\, Mary Kay is a part of the Souljourners leadership team. She provides spiritual direction and supervision\, and leads a variety of retreats for Sophia Center.   URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/living-with-grief-during-the-holiday-season-remembering-with-love-2/ 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/2025/06/11.01.25-Grief-SQ-e1749670934210.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T160000 DTSTAMP:20260626T143313Z CREATED:20260529T141214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T143313Z UID:10002481-1794578400-1794585600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Women of Scripture: Do What You Have the Power To Do 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\n“For as in one body we have many members and not all the members have the same function\, so we\, who are many\, are one body in Christ\, and individually we are members one of another. We have gifts that differ according to the grace given to us…” -Romans 12:4-6a NRSVUE \n\n\n\nIn this retreat we will listen to and learn of the stories of four women in Scripture: Tamar (Genesis 38); Jephthah’s Daughter (Judges 11); Hannah (1 Samuel 1) and the Syrophoenician Woman (Mark 7:24-30). Each of these women did what they had the power to do in their particular situation\, and in so doing\, they challenged the cultural traditions of their time and brought about the grace of higher righteousness. These Biblical women are able to show us how to  live out our own stories of God’s grace and power. For through the work of Christ’s Spirit within us\, we can act on those gifts to bring about God’s kingdom here and now. \n\n\n\nIn addition to reading the Biblical stories\, we will spend time in discussion and sharing of our own stories as a way to build up the Body of Christ. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 11. \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\nRenee Neff-Clark\n\n\n\nRenee Neff-Clark has a degree in Religious Studies and has been a student of the Bible and a leader of Bible Studies throughout her life. The stories of women in Scripture have always held a special place in her heart\, as they represent and reflect the lives of all women\, both then and now. Although recently moved to Arizona\, Renee continues to share her love of scripture and poetry with us. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/women-of-scripture-do-what-you-have-the-power-to-do/ 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/2026/05/11.13.26-Power-to-Do.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T140000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141241Z CREATED:20260529T141241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141241Z UID:10002463-1795266000-1795269600@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 November 19th. \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-2/ 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/2026/05/11.21.26-Compassionate-Pause.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261126T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261126T203000 DTSTAMP:20260624T182013Z CREATED:20260624T182012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T182013Z UID:10002593-1795719600-1795725000@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\n    July 22nd – The Butterfly Collector by Tea Cooper\n\n\n\n    August 19th – Crow Mary by Kathleen Grissom\n\n\n\n    September 16th – The Hungry Road by Marita Conlon-McKenna\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-10/2026-11-26/ 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:20261202T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261202T113000 DTSTAMP:20260529T141257Z CREATED:20260529T141257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T141257Z UID:10002472-1796207400-1796211000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Advent Naming 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 on the empowering prayer experience of the Annunciation\, when the angel Gabriel appears to Mary\, and the Visitation between Mary and her cousin Elizabeth. In these sacred encounters\, both women carry new life and respond with trust to God’s call. \n\n\n\nThe session will include scripture\, guided meditation\, time for quiet reflection\, opportunities for sharing\, and will conclude with a closing prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 30th. \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/advent-naming/ 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/2026/05/12.02.26-GM-naming.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261205T113000 DTSTAMP:20260618T221218Z CREATED:20260618T204349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T221218Z UID:10002491-1796410800-1796470200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Praying With the Scriptures of Advent 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\nAs we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ\, we will enter into the scriptures of Advent through the prayerful practice of lectio divina. Sacred scripture\, art\, and music will serve as companions on the journey\, inviting us to listen deeply for God’s presence and invitation in our lives. The retreat will include time for personal reflection and prayer\, as well as opportunities for shared conversation and insight within the group. Together\, we will slow down\, attend to the wisdom of the season\, and make space for hope\, longing\, and expectation to take root as we await the birth of Christ. \n\n\n\nPlease register by December 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\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJenny DeVivo\n\n\n\nDr. Jenny DeVivo\, OblSB\, is a biblical scholar\, spiritual director\, speaker\, and retreat leader with a passion for helping people encounter God through scripture and prayer. She serves as Vice President of Mission and Heritage at Saint Xavier University in Chicago\, supporting the university’s Catholic and Mercy mission\, and is a Benedictine Oblate of Saint Benedict’s Monastery in St. Joseph\, Minnesota. \n\n\n\nJenny holds a Ph.D. in Theology from Loyola University Chicago and has taught scripture and theology for many years at the university level. A gifted educator and faith companion\, she brings together deep knowledge of the Bible\, a love for the Christian tradition\, and a welcoming approach that invites participants to engage scripture in meaningful and life-giving ways. \n\n\n\nShe is a graduate of the Siena Center Spiritual Guidance Training Program and has led retreats\, faith formation programs\, and spiritual enrichment experiences for adults throughout her ministry. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/praying-with-the-scriptures-of-advent/ 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/2026/06/12.04.26-Praying-with-the-Scriptures-of-Advent.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR