BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica - ECPv6.17.5//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:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251101T120000 DTSTAMP:20250925T142824Z CREATED:20250612T165135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T142824Z UID:10001544-1761991200-1761998400@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 had and lost. It can be hard to face the merriment around you\, while your heart is breaking. A new normal has been thrust on you that can be hard to navigate. This session will be an opportunity to share your grief with others who understand and plan for a meaningful holiday season. \n\n\n\nPlease register by October 29. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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/ 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:20251029T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T203000 DTSTAMP:20251001T163859Z CREATED:20251001T163857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T163859Z UID:10001912-1761764400-1761769800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Hildegarde: Embraced by the Mystery of Hope DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRequest link\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaint Hildegard of Bingen was a 12th-century mystic and Benedictine nun who made lasting contributions in theology\, music\, medicine\, and natural history. In a time of great political and social change\, she was granted unusual freedom to speak words of reform and truth. In 2012\, Benedict XVI declared Hildegard a Doctor of the Church\, describing her as a “great prophetess [who] speaks to us with great relevance even today\, through her courageous ability to discern the signs of the times\, her love for creation\, her medicine\, her poetry\, and her music…” We will explore how Hildegard’s life and teachings can help us companion one another in the face of social division and ecological crisis\, as we seek to nurture healing and wholeness within the human community and the wider earth community. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Judith Sutera\n\n\n\nSr. Judith Sutera\, OSB\, MA\, a member of Mount St. Scholastica Monastery\, has master’s degrees in counseling and monastic spirituality. She serves as an oblate director for Mount St. Scholastica and as a writer\, speaker\, and retreat director. She edits Magistra\, a journal of the history of women’s spirituality\, and is the author of Wisdom from Saint Benedict (Lent and Advent volumes)\, The Vinedresser’s Notebook\, and Benedict’s Rule: An Inclusive Translation and Daily Commentary. \n\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/hildegarde-embraced-by-the-mystery-of-hope/ LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002 CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/10.29.25-SDI-Hildegarde.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T203000 DTSTAMP:20250612T180954Z CREATED:20250612T180954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T180954Z UID:10001553-1761246000-1761251400@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Shamrocks and Shenanigans: A Celebration of Irish Customs and Rituals 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\nEveryone is familiar with the Irish shamrock. But are you as familiar with other customs and rituals that have been used throughout Ireland over the years? Come learn about some of the less known rituals and customs associated with various saints\, changes in seasons\, and religious feast days from this glorious land.  \n\n\n\nEnjoy this as a single session\, or join us for the full 4-part series titled Spirits of the Emerald Isle: A Series on Celtic Spirituality. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 29 for the full series\, or by October 20 for this fourth 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\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/shamrocks-and-shenanigans-a-celebration-of-irish-customs-and-rituals/ 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/2025/06/10.23.25-Shamrocks-e1749746860500.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T203000 DTSTAMP:20250612T180941Z CREATED:20250612T180941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T180941Z UID:10001552-1760641200-1760646600@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Echoes of Ancient Rites: Irish Holy Wells and Patterns 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\nHoly wells can be found throughout the entire country of Ireland. They range from small holes to large water areas. These sacred spaces have drawn pilgrims for centuries. These pilgrims walk patterns of prayer and ritual that are held at each of these locations to remember\, pray and honor. Come learn more about this Irish tradition of holy wells and patterns.  \n\n\n\nEnjoy this as a single session\, or join us for the full 4-part series titled Spirits of the Emerald Isle: A Series on Celtic Spirituality. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 29 for the full series\, or by October 13 for this third 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\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/echoes-of-ancient-rites-irish-holy-wells-and-patterns/ 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/2025/06/10.16.25-Echoes-SQ-O-e1749746261702.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T203000 DTSTAMP:20251030T222851Z CREATED:20251030T222850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T222851Z UID:10002038-1760554800-1760560200@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\nNovember 19th – Black Bird. One for the Crow. By Olivia Hawker\n\n\n\nNO MEETING IN DECEMBER!\n\n\n\nJanuary 21\, 2026 – A Woman Is No Man. By Etaf Rum\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 \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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/monthly-book-club-7/2025-10-15/ 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:20251015T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251015T203000 DTSTAMP:20250902T193317Z CREATED:20250829T134338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T193317Z UID:10001812-1760554800-1760560200@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\nSeptember 17th – Valiant Women by Lena Andrews\n\n\n\nOctober 15th – The Women Who Went Away by Ann Fessler\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 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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/monthly-book-club-6/2025-10-15/ 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:20251009T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251009T203000 DTSTAMP:20250612T165103Z CREATED:20250612T165103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T165103Z UID:10001551-1760036400-1760041800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Carved in Stone: Artistry and Meaning in Irish High Crosses 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 Irish High Cross – cros ard – is an iconic image in Ireland. These large\, sculpted crosses of the early medieval period can be found throughout the country. These highly decorative high crosses are almost always associated with great monasteries and date back to between the 8th and12th centuries. These stone monuments are an iconic cultural landmark throughout Ireland. Come learn more about their meaning.  \n\n\n\nEnjoy this as a single session\, or join us for the full 4-part series titled Spirits of the Emerald Isle: A Series on Celtic Spirituality. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 29 for the full series\, or by October 6 for this second 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\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/carved-in-stone-artistry-and-meaning-in-irish-high-crosses/ 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/2025/06/10.09.25-Carved-in-Stone-SQ-e1749745796968.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251008T113000 DTSTAMP:20250630T190258Z CREATED:20250630T190257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T190258Z UID:10001717-1759917600-1759923000@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 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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/understanding-medicare-3/2025-10-08/ 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:20251002T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T203000 DTSTAMP:20250612T165037Z CREATED:20250612T165037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T165037Z UID:10001550-1759431600-1759437000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Holy Companions: Irish Saints and Their Animal Allies 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\nPeople throughout the world find connections with animals of all sorts. They are their companions\, guardians and may even assist in daily tasks. Many Irish saints also had animal companions and allies. Hear the stories of some of these unique friendships and the blessings they bestowed on the Irish saints.  \n\n\n\nEnjoy this as a single session\, or join us for the full 4-part series titled Spirits of the Emerald Isle: A Series on Celtic Spirituality. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 29 for the full series\, or this 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\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/holy-companions-irish-saints-and-their-animal-allies/ 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/2025/06/10.02.25-Irish-Companion-SQ-O-e1749745847281.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251001T113000 DTSTAMP:20250612T165021Z CREATED:20250612T165021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T165021Z UID:10001528-1759314600-1759318200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Faith: Walking on Water 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 inviting you to deeper faith centered in trust — the same kind of trust that Peter needed when he responded to the Lord’s call to step out of the boat and walk on water. Progressing spiritually requires a certain amount of trust\, and through this reflection we will pray for a strengthening of trust and faith to know that the Lord is with us always—even in our struggles. We will have scripture reading\, guided meditation\, quiet reflection\, time for sharing\, and a closing prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 29. \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 and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \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/faith-walking-on-water/ 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/2025/06/10.01.25-Faith_-Walking-on-Water.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T203000 DTSTAMP:20250902T193317Z CREATED:20250829T134338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T193317Z UID:10001844-1758740400-1758745800@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\nSeptember 17th – Valiant Women by Lena Andrews\n\n\n\nOctober 15th – The Women Who Went Away by Ann Fessler\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 CompanyThis 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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/monthly-book-club-6/2025-09-24/ 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:20250924T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250924T203000 DTSTAMP:20250925T144120Z CREATED:20250612T151635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T144120Z UID:10001514-1758740400-1758745800@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 for Waitlist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is full\, but we encourage you to sign up for the waitlist. \n\n\n\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 $18 ($78 total). \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 20. \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-a-6-week-series/ 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:20250916T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250916T203000 DTSTAMP:20250620T172634Z CREATED:20250612T151554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T172634Z UID:10001518-1758049200-1758054600@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. 8\, Oct. 13\, Nov. 10\, Jan. 12\, Feb. 9\, Mar. 9\, Apr. 13 \n\n\n\nGroup 2: Second Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 11\, Oct. 9\, Nov. 13\, Jan 8\, Feb. 12\, Mar. 12\, Apr. 9\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 16\, Oct. 21\, Nov. 18\, Jan 20\, Feb. 17\, Mar. 17\, Apr. 21\n\n\n\n\nPlease register by September 7. \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-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/2025/06/1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250911T113000 DTSTAMP:20250805T150120Z CREATED:20250612T151451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T150120Z UID:10001517-1757584800-1757590200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Direction Peer Supervision (2nd 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. 8\, Oct. 13\, Nov. 10\, Jan. 12\, Feb. 9\, Mar. 9\, Apr. 13 \n\n\n\nGroup 2: Second Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 11\, Oct. 9\, Nov. 13\, Jan 8\, Feb. 12\, Mar. 12\, Apr. 9\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 16\, Oct. 21\, Nov. 18\, Jan 20\, Feb. 17\, Mar. 17\, Apr. 21\n\n\n\n\nPlease register by September 7. \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-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:20250910T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T113000 DTSTAMP:20250630T190258Z CREATED:20250630T190257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T190258Z UID:10001716-1757498400-1757503800@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 URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.REGISTRATION CONTACT INFORMATIONName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)\n \n \n Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/understanding-medicare-3/2025-09-10/ 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:20250908T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250908T130000 DTSTAMP:20250805T150124Z CREATED:20250612T151428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T150124Z UID:10001516-1757331000-1757336400@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. 8\, Oct. 13\, Nov. 10\, Jan. 12\, Feb. 9\, Mar. 9\, Apr. 13 \n\n\n\nGroup 2: Second Thursdays (10:00 – 11:30 AM) Sept. 11\, Oct. 9\, Nov. 13\, Jan 8\, Feb. 12\, Mar. 12\, Apr. 9\n\n\n\nGroup 3: Third Tuesdays (7:00 – 8:30 PM) Sept. 16\, Oct. 21\, Nov. 18\, Jan 20\, Feb. 17\, Mar. 17\, Apr. 21\n\n\n\n\nPlease register by September 5. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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/ 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:20250904T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T143000 DTSTAMP:20250616T190637Z CREATED:20250612T151326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T190637Z UID:10001511-1756990800-1756996200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Prayers of the Cosmic Christ: Reflecting on Teilhard de Chardin’s Vision (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\nPierre Teilhard de Chardin was a twentieth century Jesuit\, scientist and mystic. His work sought to bring together science and faith through his mystical incarnational understanding of the world. De Chardin’s thinking was well ahead of his time and is more relevant now than ever. \n\n\n\nIn this retreat\, we will read Ursula King’s biography\, Spirit of Fire: The Life and Vision of Pierre Teilhard de Chardin\, which will be the basis for our weekly discussions. Additional excerpts from de Chardin’s body of work will supplement the reading\, and we will also spend time in group “spiritual exercises” to help deepen our understanding of his vision and how we can apply it to ourselves and our world today.  \n\n\n\n*Note: You are welcome to purchase the book on your own\, or we can order and send it to you for an additional $25 ($85 total). \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 1. \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\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/prayers-of-the-cosmic-christ-reflecting-on-teilhard-de-chardins-vision-a-zoom-series/ 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/2025/06/09.04.25-SQ-Cosmic-Christ.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T203000 DTSTAMP:20250612T151259Z CREATED:20250612T151259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T151259Z UID:10001510-1756926000-1756931400@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:The Sacred Life of Rocks (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\nThe concept of a “sacred life of rocks” can be understood through different lenses. Rocks can symbolize strength\, stability\, and the enduring nature of life. Even the most “ordinary” rocks have fascinating histories and stories to tell\, as they record the Earth’s geological past. Rocks can be seen as touchstones connecting people to their land and ancestors. Rocks can also represent the foundation of life\, the core of a person’s values\, or the enduring nature of relationships. Come explore with us\, what rocks have come to mean in Scripture\, science\, literature and our everyday lives. This series will be a combination of input\, faith sharing\, creative processing\, and prayer. \n\n\n\nPlease register by August 29. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs\, so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDebbie Carmody\n\n\n\nDebbie is retired after 28 years in pastoral ministry at Good Shepherd Parish in Shawnee\, Kansas. She has a Master’s degree in Religious Education from Loyola—New Orleans. URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/the-sacred-life-of-rocks-a-4-week-series/ 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/2025/06/09.03.25-SQ-Sacred-Rocks-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T113000 DTSTAMP:20250617T163125Z CREATED:20250612T151227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T163125Z UID:10001527-1756895400-1756899000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Courage: Take Up Your Mat and Walk 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 this empowering prayer experience. Our meditation will focus on Jesus’ cure of the paralytic\, and how through this story we are reminded that if we simply place our faith in Jesus\, he will provide us with the grace to overcome all that immobilizes us. He will bless us with the courage to move toward healthy choices\, what is life-giving\, and what is essential to living our convictions. Our time together will include a scripture reading\, guided meditation\, quiet reflection time\, and sharing.  \n\n\n\nPlease register by September 1. \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 and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \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/courage-take-up-your-mat-and-walk/ 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/2025/06/09.03.25-Courage_-Take-Up-Your-Mat-and-Walk.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250820T203000 DTSTAMP:20250626T205231Z CREATED:20250428T211945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T205231Z UID:10001661-1755716400-1755721800@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 only holding virtual meetings at this time.  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\n\n\nJuly 16th – Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt\n\n\n\nAugust 20th – The Last Report of the Miracles at Little No Horse by Elouise Edrich\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Therese Bysel\n\n\n\nTherese is a Keeler Women’s Center volunteer serving as the leader of our Monthly Book Club. She also serves as a 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 PhoneThis 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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/monthly-book-club-5/2025-08-20/ 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:20250813T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T113000 DTSTAMP:20250630T190258Z CREATED:20250630T190257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250630T190258Z UID:10001715-1755079200-1755084600@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 CompanyThis 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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/understanding-medicare-3/2025-08-13/ 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:20250812T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T120000 DTSTAMP:20260527T162339Z CREATED:20250530T155604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T162339Z UID:10001498-1754994600-1755000000@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Lectio Naturae: Waking Up (a monthly 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\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 $16–just make a note as you register. Subsequent session dates\, gathering the second Tuesday of each month: September 9\, October 14\, November 11\, December 9 \n\n\n\nPlease register by August 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\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-a-monthly-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/2025/05/08.12.25-LN-Waking-Up-SQ-O-e1750782249587.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T113000 DTSTAMP:20250612T165520Z CREATED:20250530T154122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250612T165520Z UID:10001497-1754476200-1754479800@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Guided Meditation: Needs—Water for the Thirsty 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 this enriching prayer experience\, “Water for the Thirsty\,” based on the scripture passage in which Jesus meets the woman at the well.  Through this reading\, we are reminded that our needs are known\, recognized\, and met by Jesus.  He sees past the clutter of our lives and knows well our hearts and souls.  He holds out to us the same life-giving water\, which is ours for the taking when we acknowledge our need. Our time together will include a scripture reading\, guided meditation\, quiet reflection time\, and sharing. \n\n\n\nPlease register by July 30. \n\n\n\nAfter receiving your registration\, you will receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs so we are pleased to offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. 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/guided-meditation-needs-water-for-the-thirsty/ 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/2025/05/08.06.25-SQ-GM-Water-for-Thirsty.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T160000 DTSTAMP:20250626T212216Z CREATED:20250626T212215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T212216Z UID:10001668-1752850800-1752854400@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\nWe are so glad that you are interested in our Souljourners formation program for spiritual directors. We understand that a 3-year commitment is not something to be entered into lightly\, so we want to offer you the opportunity to learn more about the program in-depth. Join us for one of our inquiry sessions where we will talk about what you can expect during the program\, as well as some of the more practical aspects\, such as time and cost commitment. \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-7/ 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/2024/12/2025-SJ-Inquiry-sq2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T203000 DTSTAMP:20250626T205231Z CREATED:20250428T211945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T205231Z UID:10001660-1752692400-1752697800@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 only holding virtual meetings at this time.  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\n\n\nJuly 16th – Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt\n\n\n\nAugust 20th – The Last Report of the Miracles at Little No Horse by Elouise Edrich\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Therese Bysel\n\n\n\nTherese is a Keeler Women’s Center volunteer serving as the leader of our Monthly Book Club. She also serves as a 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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/monthly-book-club-5/2025-07-16/ 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:20250709T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250709T113000 DTSTAMP:20260623T192641Z CREATED:20250428T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T192641Z UID:10001381-1752055200-1752060600@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 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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/understanding-medicare-2/2025-07-09/ 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:20250701T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250701T120000 DTSTAMP:20250512T210749Z CREATED:20250512T210741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T210749Z UID:10001430-1751367600-1751371200@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\nWe are so glad that you are interested in our Souljourners formation program for spiritual directors. We understand that a 3-year commitment is not something to be entered into lightly\, so we want to offer you the opportunity to learn more about the program in-depth. Join us for one of our inquiry sessions where we will talk about what you can expect during the program\, as well as some of the more practical aspects\, such as time and cost commitment. \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-5/ 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/2024/12/2025-SJ-Inquiry-sq2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T203000 DTSTAMP:20250626T205231Z CREATED:20250428T211945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T205231Z UID:10001397-1750273200-1750278600@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 only holding virtual meetings at this time.  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\n\n\nJuly 16th – Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt\n\n\n\nAugust 20th – The Last Report of the Miracles at Little No Horse by Elouise Edrich\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLed by Therese Bysel\n\n\n\nTherese is a Keeler Women’s Center volunteer serving as the leader of our Monthly Book Club. She also serves as a 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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/monthly-book-club-5/2025-06-18/ 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:20250611T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T113000 DTSTAMP:20260623T192641Z CREATED:20250428T204031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T192641Z UID:10001380-1749636000-1749641400@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 URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.REGISTRATION CONTACT INFORMATIONName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Enter Email\n \n \n \n Confirm Email\n \n \n \n Phone(Required)\n \n \n Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/understanding-medicare-2/2025-06-11/ 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:20250528T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T130000 DTSTAMP:20241024T201429Z CREATED:20240718T174758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T201429Z UID:10000520-1748435400-1748437200@www.mountosb.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer Group DESCRIPTION:Please join us virtually on Zoom for 30 minutes of contemplative prayer and meditation\, using the guidelines of the Centering Prayer method. No experience required\, instruction will be provided. May this time of sharing silence bring peace in the midst of your day! Please register by calling and giving us your email to send a link to join us. \n\n\n\nThe 4th Wednesday of each month. If you want to join but don’t have access to zoom\, we can accommodate you at our center. Please let us know when you register. \n\n\n\n\nPresented by Jana Gowan\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJana is the newest Keeler Women’s Center volunteer but not new to the Centering Prayer Method. She is a trained spiritual director who specializes in contemplative prayer and discernment practices. She also facilitates the Retreat in Daily Life/Ignatian Spiritual Exercises. She currently resides in Oklahoma and is an oblate inquirer at Mount St. Scholastica.   \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 Next \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 Previous Next \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…\n Previous Submit URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/half-an-hour-of-centering-prayer/2025-05-28/ 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,Spiritual Programs,Zoom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mountosb.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/centering-prayer-image.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR