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SUMMARY:Pregnant Pauses: Inspiring Stories for Advent
DESCRIPTION:a pre-recorded Video Series \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLink to the Videos\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese videos were created to help you take a “pregnant pause” each week of Advent to spark insight in the midst of your waiting for Christmas. We can find so much motivation from the stories of others just like us who are trying to live in hope\, peace\, joy\, and love. Through a series of four brief videos—one for each week of Advent—you will find inspirational stories from everyday life\, a spiritual quote and a prayer that you can access at a time you find convenient. This mini-retreat is designed to help busy persons of all ages prepare for Christmas. It is perfect for both individuals and families. \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\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/pregnant-pauses-inspiring-stories-for-advent/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T203000
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SUMMARY:Hildegard as a Guide for the Second Half of Life (Part 4 of 4)
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\nLike billowing clouds\, Like the incessant gurgle of the brook\, The longing of the spirit can never be stilled. —Hildegard von Bingen \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us for this 4-week series! For many women\, the second half of life can often feel as a mapless space that has few markers indicating which direction to go to lead a purposeful\, engaged life. In this retreat\, we will explore this terrain with Hildegard of Bingen\, a medieval Benedictine abbess and mystic whose prolific work in theological writing\, musical compositions\, letters\, and preaching tours all came in the second half of her life. Her theology of the feminine nature of God and the greening of the spirit throughout a lifetime can be a beautiful invitation and accompaniment for women who are seeking to be creative and courageous while looking at life from new perspectives and discerning their own faithful path of flourishing. This retreat will involve presentations\, time for reflection and creative expression\, and small group sharing. It is open to anyone who wants to explore and support women and the divine feminine in this stage of life. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 5. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRenee Bhatia\n\n\n\nRenee Bhatia\, is a spiritual director and expressive arts facilitator with an interest in spirituality and creative expression. Her work explores contemplative spaces and practices that support healing\, growth\, and transformation. She is also involved in the formation of spiritual directors and expressive arts facilitators through teaching\, supervision\, and mentoring. Renee believes creativity is an inherent part of being human and we make the world a better place when we allow it to flourish in everyone.www.temenosarts.com
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/hildegard-as-a-guide-for-the-second-half-of-life-a-4-week-series-5/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241204T103000
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SUMMARY:Christmas Birthing
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 enlightening prayer experience based on the birth of the Messiah and the struggles and joys of those who were at the manger. We\, too\, are part of the mystery of suffering and gladness because of our relationship with Christ. We are also called to birth the newness of life in all the areas of our life. What changes or growth are birthing in you? Our time together will include a scripture reading\, guided meditation\, quiet reflection time\, and sharing. \n\n\n\nPlease register by November 27. \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/guided-meditation-with-sr-linda-5/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T153000
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SUMMARY:Advent & Christmas Wisdom from St. Benedict
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid (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\nRegistration is full for the on-site retreat\, but you may register for the waiting list. Zoom registration is still available.  \n\n\n\nAdvent is a time of anticipating the coming of Jesus. This retreat\, intended for those with some familiarity with the Benedictine Rule\, will be a time to connect the season with St. Benedict’s teaching that we should find Christ daily in all those we meet. \n\n\n\nAn evening social will be held on Friday\, from 6-7:00 p.m. Please plan to join and meet your fellow retreatants. \n\n\n\nPlease register by December 1. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\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.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/advent-christmas-wisdom-from-st-benedict/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250104T150000
DTSTAMP:20250103T190855Z
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SUMMARY:Single Women's Retreat: All the Joy You Bring
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNotify Me\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis retreat will be rescheduled\, as a result of inclement weather anticipated during it’s originally planned dates. If you would like to be notified of the new dates\, please sign up here or click the button above. \n\n\n\nAs this New Year begins\, let’s celebrate together how single women are a source of joy. Reminding ourselves of our gifts of resilience\, ingenuity\, and faith we can share joy with each other. Through faith sharing and creative processing\, we will leave better equipped to be God’s joyful presence\, no matter where life takes us. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\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\nBernadette Graves\n\n\n\nBernadette “Bernie” Graves has been intrigued by dreams since she was about 8 years old. She is a 2013 graduate of the Souljourners program. Bernie has been on the Souljourners staff since 2015 and offers a mini-course on dreams for the Souljourners students. She recently retired from 40 years of laboratory work as an immunohematologist.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/single-womens-retreat-all-the-joy-you-bring/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250107T141500
DTSTAMP:20241212T034458Z
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SUMMARY:A Contemplative Retreat with Julian of Norwich (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\nJulian of Norwich was an Anchorite in England beginning in 1390 CE and was the first known woman to write in English.  We know very little about Julian herself\, yet her work\, Revelations of Divine Love\, is well known and continues to be published\, studied\, and read by people today.  \n\n\n\nWe invite you to join with others in learning about Julian and her beautiful and timeless work\, Revelations of Divine Love. In our first session we will learn a bit about Julian’s life and times and introduce some of the themes in Revelations of Divine Love. During the following three sessions we will look at specific passages from Revelations of Divine Love and use them as a guide for individual contemplation\, prayer\, and small and large group sharing. Scripture passages\, poems\, and music will also be introduced to show the timelessness of this spiritual work devoted to Divine Love. \n\n\n\nPlease register by December 31. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\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/a-contemplative-retreat-with-julian-of-norwich-week-1-of-4/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250109T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T120000
DTSTAMP:20241216T171150Z
CREATED:20241031T211405Z
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UID:10000769-1736449200-1736596800@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Enneagram Workshop: The Nine Faces of God
DESCRIPTION:Hybrid (Zoom/On-site) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that January 9-11 covers the on-site portion of the retreat. Integral Zoom sessions will be held on January 22 & 30\, with different time options available. (Both days you can join on Zoom at either 9-11 a.m. or 6-8 p.m.) Make sure to add these sessions to your calendar as you plan for this retreat. \n\n\n\nThe Enneagram\, rooted in the ancient Christian desert tradition\, can be a powerful spiritual tool for understanding one’s personality and relationships and for growing in compassion for one’s self and others. Remaining faithful to the age-old method of oral and visual instruction\, we will emphasize the participant’s search for self-identification. \n\n\n\nPlease register by December 31. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Therese Elias\n\n\n\nS. Therese Elias\, OSB\, MA\, a member of Mount St. Scholastica Monastery in Atchison\, Kansas\, is a retreat director\, spiritual advisor\, and lecturer with specialties in Benedictine and Celtic spirituality\, the mystics\, and contemplative prayer. She has led numerous pilgrimages to Ireland\, Scotland\, and Wales.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/enneagram-workshop-the-nine-faces-of-god/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250111T153000
DTSTAMP:20241129T181037Z
CREATED:20241031T211433Z
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UID:10000770-1736587800-1736609400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Re-inhabiting Paradise: Desert Spirituality and Contemplative Ecology
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe desert mothers and fathers recognized that through Christ the cosmos was created anew\, and thus they practiced living Paradise in the desert. Highlighting the connection between contemplation and ecology\, this retreat will focus on early monastic teachings and practices that inform and support our journey toward transformed and restored relationships within the community of creation. \n\n\n\nPlease register by January 3. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\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/re-inhabiting-paradise-desert-spirituality-and-contemplative-ecology/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250125T120000
DTSTAMP:20250117T231335Z
CREATED:20250117T230833Z
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SUMMARY:Witnesses to Unity: An Octave of Prayers for the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
DESCRIPTION:a daily prayer series online \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLink to the Prayers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThree Catholic spirituality centers—Marillac Center in Leavenworth\, Kansas\, the Sophia Center in Atchison\, Kansas and Precious Blood Renewal Center in Liberty\, Missouri—offer an octave of prayers to mark the annual celebration known as the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. You are invited to join us in a week of prayer\, right from your own home\, for the cause of Christian Unity among the various denominations in our own hometowns. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrecious Blood Renewal Center\, in Liberty\, Missouri\, is a ministry of the United States Province of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood\, a Catholic religious order. \n\n\n\nThe Marillac Center\, the retreat and spirituality center of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth\, in Leavenworth\, Kansas. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Sophia Center is a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica in Atchison\, Kansas.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/witnesses-to-unity-an-octave-of-prayers-for-the-week-of-prayer-for-christian-unity/
LOCATION:Kansas
CATEGORIES:Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250122T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T163000
DTSTAMP:20250112T035226Z
CREATED:20241031T211701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T035226Z
UID:10000771-1737570600-1737649800@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Divine Harmonies—Exploring Spiritual Themes in Broadway Musicals
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Waitlist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis retreat is full\, but please feel free to join the waitlist. \n\n\n\n Every year\, thousands of people flock to theaters to immerse themselves in the beauty and grandeur of musicals. These stories\, set to music\, invite the audience into the lives of the characters in a special way through song and dance that follows the audience long after they leave the theatre. Come spend a couple days enjoying various musicals throughout the years and see what they can teach us about faith\, morals and our connection to God. \n\n\n\nPlease register by January 15. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Suzanne Fitzmaurice\n\n\n\nSister Suzanne has served as campus minister at Notre Dame de Sion High School\, then taught at Cristo Rey High School\, Kansas City\, before joining Keeler Women’s Center as associate director. In addition\, she has ministered as the IT and hospitality coordinator at Sophia Spirituality Center\, computer IT support specialist at the monastery and as the Monastic Congregation of St. Scholastica webmaster. After studying for a year in County Cork\, Ireland\, she graduated from the University College of Cork in March 2024 with a master’s degree in Beginnings of Irish Christianity. She currently is the director of monastic temporalities.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/divine-harmonies-exploring-spiritual-themes-in-broadway-musicals/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250123T120000
DTSTAMP:20250122T164426Z
CREATED:20241218T221740Z
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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/2025-01-23/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250124T123000
DTSTAMP:20241230T174320Z
CREATED:20241126T225612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T174320Z
UID:10000817-1737716400-1737721800@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Voices of the Heart: Exploring the Psalms (in 2 parts)
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 Biblical book of Psalms\, a collection of one hundred and fifty prayers\, give voice to the heart in the experience of all life-situations and human emotions.  They are words from the heart of God\, words God gives to us for prayer.  The first session\, January 24\, will be an overview of the various types of Psalms with consideration as to how and why we should make these prayers are own in daily life.  The second session\, January 31\, will focus on the so-called prayers of lament (over one third of the psalms!)\, prayers which give voice to the struggles of the more difficult times in human life.  These psalms not only give us words to express what we feel but  also help us find courage and trust.  Participants should have a Bible at hand for both sessions. \n\n\n\nPlease register by January 21. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Anne Elizabeth Sweet\n\n\n\nAnne Elizabeth Sweet\, OCSO\, a Cistercian of Tautra Mariakloster in Norway\, has a PhD in Scripture and has authored three books on the Psalms (in Norwegian).  She is a regular contributor to Give Us This Day and is one of the authors of Northern Light in the Monastic Wisdom series published by Liturgical Press.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/voices-of-the-heart-exploring-the-psalms/2025-01-24/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T113000
DTSTAMP:20241126T211226Z
CREATED:20241126T211220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T211226Z
UID:10000797-1738751400-1738755000@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Love—A Reflection of God
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 called to love and to be an image of God who is all love. Love is what leads us to our fullest potential\, allows us to mirror the image of God dwelling within us\, and reflect it outward to others. How are we reflecting God\, who is the culmination of the virtue St. Paul talks about in First Corinthians? How are we sometimes falling short? What challenges to love are you presently encountering?  \n\n\n\nOur time together will include scripture reading\, a guided meditation\, quiet private reflection time\, group sharing\, and a closing prayer.  \n\n\n\nPlease register by January 31. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. 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/love-a-reflection-of-god/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250205T203000
DTSTAMP:20250128T002450Z
CREATED:20241126T194530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T002450Z
UID:10000780-1738782000-1738787400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Benedictine Values for Beginners (a 4-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\nThis series if full\, but we encourage you to register for the waitlist. \n\n\n\nHave you wanted to learn about Benedictine spirituality and the Rule of St Benedict\, but you just weren’t quite sure where to start? Then this is just the thing for you. Using Sr. Joan Chittister’s book Wisdom Distilled from the Daily\, we will spend four weeks looking at Benedictine values like humility\, obedience\, hospitality\, and stability and what they have to say to us in our lives today. There is no previous knowledge or experience required. Sr. Joan Chittister is a member and former prioress of the Benedictine Sisters of Erie\, Pennsylvania. She wrote Wisdom Distilled from the Daily for ordinary people living ordinary lives who are looking for a model of spiritual development to live a life beyond the superficial and uncaring. \n\n\n\nPlease register for the series by January 27. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMark Lepper\n\n\n\nMark is the Hospitality Coordinator at Sophia Center\, ready to greet you with a smile when you arrive\, or a kind voice when you call. He also offers spiritual direction as a graduate of the Souljourners program and enjoys leading retreats as a trained Boundless Compassion facilitator. Mark is an oblate of Mount St. Scholastica\, where he is formed by the Benedictine tradition of hospitality and community life. He looks forward to meeting you and sharing the gift of hospitality during your next visit to Sophia Center.  
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/benedictine-values-for-beginners-week-1-of-4/2025-02-05/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250206T203000
DTSTAMP:20241126T222010Z
CREATED:20241126T180950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T222010Z
UID:10000802-1738868400-1738873800@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:From Druids to Devotion: A Brief History of Religion in Ireland
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\nCome get a brief overview of the faith of the people of Ireland throughout the centuries. This brief overview will begin with the early peoples’ connection to the earth starting over 5000 years ago. We will then explore the coming of Christianity and the overlap of the belief systems. Next we will touch on the religious conflicts and end with the new diversity within present day Ireland. \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 February 3. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\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/from-druids-to-devotion-a-brief-history-of-religion-in-ireland/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T153000
DTSTAMP:20250530T164822Z
CREATED:20250530T164821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T164822Z
UID:10001500-1739439000-1739460600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Coffee & Silence–A Prayerful Day Away
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExperience the rejuvenation that a quiet\, peaceful day away can bring. Join us for Coffee & Silence—a mini-retreat intended for you to spend time as you wish: in silent prayer\, reading\, contemplative walks\, or restful reflection. Bring your lunch\, and enjoy coffee (or tea!) and perhaps a delicious treat as you savor this prayerful escape. \n\n\n\nPlease register no less than 2 days prior. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/coffee-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-2/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250213T203000
DTSTAMP:20241126T222214Z
CREATED:20241126T190532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T222214Z
UID:10000807-1739473200-1739478600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Whispers of the Ancients: Unveiling Celtic Spirituality
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\nMany people assume that Celtic is synonymous with Irish. In actuality\, the Celtic culture and history is much broader and deeper than most people realize. We will spend time exploring the history of the Celtic people and discover the rich spirituality that is still embraced today.  \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 February 3 for the series\, or February 10 for this as a stand-alone. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\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/whispers-of-the-ancients-unveiling-celtic-spirituality-2/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250215T120000
DTSTAMP:20250122T164426Z
CREATED:20241218T221740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T164426Z
UID:10000930-1739617200-1739620800@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/2025-02-15/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T203000
DTSTAMP:20250123T160138Z
CREATED:20250123T155809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T160138Z
UID:10001138-1739991600-1739997000@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:SDI Heartland Regional Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRequest Zoom link\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHolding Space for Ourselves and Others: Shared Resources for Spiritual Direction\n\n\n\nMoving into the unknowns and challenges of the coming year\, this gathering is built  around three resources we thought you might find useful. Join us to not only learn more about these books\, but to also share in the wisdom of other spiritual directors.  \n\n\n\nAnne Kertz Kernion’s book\, Spiritual Practices for the Brain (2020) \n\n\n\nAmy-Jill Levine’s book\, Sermon on the Mount: A Beginner’s Guide to the Kingdom of God (2020) and the article\, “Being Light for Others” found at https://cac.org/daily-meditations/being-a-light-for-others/ \n\n\n\nMicah D. Keil’s book\, To Be Transformed: A Biblical Journey Toward a More Just World (2024) \n\n\n\nPlease request your Zoom link.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/sdi-heartland-regional-gathering/
LOCATION:Kansas
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Souljourners,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T203000
DTSTAMP:20241126T222125Z
CREATED:20241126T191133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T222125Z
UID:10000811-1740078000-1740083400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Heavenly Witnesses: The Lives and Legacies of Early Medieval Irish Women Saints
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\nIreland is a nation rich of faith\, determination\, resilience and care for the earth and each other. This is expressed in many ways but most clearly through the lives of the early women saints. Come learn more about four of the early Irish Women Saints: Samthann\, Darerca\, Ita and Gobnait.  \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 February 3 for the series\, or February 17 for this as a stand-alone. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\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/heavenly-witnesses-the-lives-and-legacies-of-early-medieval-irish-women-saints-3/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250227T203000
DTSTAMP:20241126T222202Z
CREATED:20241126T181110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241126T222202Z
UID:10000814-1740682800-1740688200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Luminaries of Faith: Early Medieval Irish Male Saints
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\nWhile most people are familiar with the stories of Saint Patrick\, most are unfamiliar with many of the other early Irish saints that shaped the nation’s faith. Learn more about some of the early Irish Saints whose names are familiar but whose stories you may not know: Kevin\, Declan\, Colman Mac Duagh\, and Mocuda. \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 February 3 for the series\, or February 20 for this as a stand-alone. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n\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/luminaries-of-faith-early-medieval-irish-male-saints-2/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T113000
DTSTAMP:20241206T175847Z
CREATED:20241206T175847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T175847Z
UID:10000798-1741170600-1741174200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Salvation—Come Down From The Tree
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a Guided Meditation on the theme of salvation that Jesus offers to us all. For this meditation\, we will focus on the story of Zacchaeus and how he is called by Jesus to come down from the sycamore tree to receive the gift of salvation. Here we are reminded that Jesus offers this gift to each of us\, despite our unworthiness and lack of faithfulness. In our meditation\, we will be invited to let go\, to risk climbing down from our perch\, and to be open to sharing at the table—accepting the salvation Jesus has claimed for us.  \n\n\n\nOur time together will include scripture reading\, a guided meditation\, quiet private reflection time\, group sharing\, and a closing prayer.  \n\n\n\nPlease register by February 28. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Linda Zahner\n\n\n\nSr. Linda is a member of Mount St. Scholastica Monastery in Atchison\, Kansas. For 32 years\, she worked in education as a teacher\, administrator\, and executive officer for a consolidated Catholic school system. In 1996\, she received her certification as a spiritual director and retreat director from the Creighton Spirituality Program. She completed massage therapy training at the Universal College of Healing Arts in Omaha\, Nebraska\, passing her national boards in 1999. Sr. Linda guides retreats and offers therapeutic massage\, promoting a holistic approach to health and well-being of body\, mind\, and spirit.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/salvation-come-down-from-the-tree/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T200000
DTSTAMP:20241212T032557Z
CREATED:20241206T175858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T032557Z
UID:10000784-1741287600-1741291200@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Praying the Lenten Scriptures (6-week series)
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for the Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese sessions will give you the opportunity to pray the Sunday Scriptures of Lent with others. Using techniques such as centering prayer\, lectio divina\, and guided meditation\, we will listen with the ear of our hearts for inspiration from the readings\, from the Spirit\, and from one another. \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 3. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\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/praying-the-lenten-scriptures-week-1-of-6/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T150000
DTSTAMP:20250211T171929Z
CREATED:20241206T175910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T171929Z
UID:10000827-1741341600-1741359600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Mandalas
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhile we know many types of prayer such as spiritual reading\, lectio divina\, liturgies\, and contemplative prayer\, few people are aware of praying with the spiritual art of the mandala. This Contemplative Mandala workshop introduces a method of prayer that is—as all prayer is—relational\, healing\, and insightful. One need not know how to draw\, for all that becomes in the created piece is the work of the Spirit. The Contemplative Mandala reveals the beauty of our inner being. This prayer art method was introduced to Sharon on a silent retreat and since then has remained a deeply personal experience of intimacy with the Spirit through the years. You are invited to explore the mandala art prayer in the sacred space of the Sophia Center. \n\n\n\nPlease register by February 28. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSharon Highberger\n\n\n\nSharon Highberger is a spiritual director and retired chaplain in Topeka\, Ks. She is commissioned by Contemplative Outreach to teach centering prayer and is an oblate of Mount St. Scholastica in Atchison. In her book\, Dancing with Depression\, she writes of her spiritual recovery from clinical depression.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/contemplative-mandalas/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T120000
DTSTAMP:20241211T183523Z
CREATED:20241206T175918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T183523Z
UID:10000828-1741690800-1741694400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Lenten Lectio with Sunday Scriptures (6-week series)
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Listen carefully\, my child\, to the instructions of your master\, and incline the ear of your heart.” The Rule of St. Benedict\, Prologue \n\n\n\nThe liturgical season of Lent gives us the opportunity to listen more closely and more deeply with the ear of our hearts. Please join us for this opportunity for a slow\, contemplative praying of the Scriptures. We will meet weekly and spend time listening\, reflecting and responding to the Sunday gospels of Lent. \n\n\n\nPlease register for the series by March 7. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Micaela Randolph\n\n\n\nSister Micaela has served in a variety of ministries over the years\, teaching in elementary schools\, and working in the Kansas City Archdiocesan Office in religious education. Other ministries  she has been involved in include RCIA and pastoral assistantance in several parishes\, director of initial formation for the Mount St. Scholastica community\, director of the Sophia Spirituality Center\, and Souljourners staff. \n\n\n\nFor fun\, she enjoys playing the piano\, tap dancing (on rare occasions) and embroidery.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/lenten-lectio-with-sunday-scriptures-week-1-of-6/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T160000
DTSTAMP:20250320T174925Z
CREATED:20241206T175959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T174925Z
UID:10000888-1742463000-1742486400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Sabbath on the Lenten Journey—Experience God Through the Creative Expression of Collage
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnfortunately\, due to unforeseen circumstances\, we must cancel this retreat. Hopefully we will be able to offer it at a later date. \n\n\n\nArt can be a form of prayer—a process to center ourselves and open up to experience God. In this experiential retreat we’ll create sacred collage using mixed media\, incorporating images\, words\, decorative paper\, stamped prints\, and embellishments. Reflection questions will include “How did I experience the creative process?” and “What does my art speak to me of the sacred?” Our focus is the process\, not the product\, so one need not be an accomplished artist\, but simply be willing to play and engage with the materials.  \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWendy Deering-Poynter\n\n\n\nWendy is an ordained minister serving as a church worship director. She is a spiritual companion\, yoga instructor and florist. She lives in a farmhouse with her husband and two children\, where she likes to dance in the kitchen and eat chocolate. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa Martin\n\n\n\nLisa is a spiritual companion\, quilter\, sewer\, and crafter. She works in public health and lives in a 100-year-old airplane bungalow with her cat\, Paisley. 
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/sacred-collage-sabbath-on-the-lenten-journey-experience-god-through-creative-expression/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250325T153000
DTSTAMP:20250530T164822Z
CREATED:20250530T164821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T164822Z
UID:10001501-1742895000-1742916600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Coffee & Silence–A Prayerful Day Away
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExperience the rejuvenation that a quiet\, peaceful day away can bring. Join us for Coffee & Silence—a mini-retreat intended for you to spend time as you wish: in silent prayer\, reading\, contemplative walks\, or restful reflection. Bring your lunch\, and enjoy coffee (or tea!) and perhaps a delicious treat as you savor this prayerful escape. \n\n\n\nPlease register no less than 2 days prior. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/coffee-silence-a-prayerful-day-away-2/2025-03-25/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250326T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T150000
DTSTAMP:20250224T214627Z
CREATED:20241206T180026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T214627Z
UID:10000893-1743015600-1743087600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:A Bread Retreat: Celebrating God’s Presence and Love
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister for Waitlist\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis retreat is currently full\, but we encourage you to sign-up for our waiting list in case of cancellation. \n\n\n\nFrom God’s providing manna in the wilderness to Jesus’ miraculous multiplication of the loaves\, bread is used in Scriptures as a sign of God’s presence and bountiful love. Join us for a Bread Retreat that will provide a window into God’s love for us shared at our daily table\, and in the Eucharist. Experience the joy of kneading\, shaping and baking of dough with quiet time for prayer and sharing. Hear God’s invitation for us to be “eucharist” for one another. \n\n\n\nPlease register by Month Date. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Loretta McGuire\n\n\n\nSister Loretta’s ministries have involved taking care of the Benedictine community\, enabling the Sisters to engage in their respective ministries. She cooked for the Sisters at various convents\, and at Lillis High School\, Kansas City\, for the students\, faculty and staff. She trained as a professional hair stylist and served as a medical social worker. She is the monastery’s volunteer coordinator and can frequently be found baking bread or other delicious treats. She has served on the community senate and a number of committees.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/bread-retreat/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T150000
DTSTAMP:20250213T150932Z
CREATED:20241206T180109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T150932Z
UID:10000889-1743084000-1743087600@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:The Holy in Poetry—Exploring How the Poet Conveys the Divine (4-week series)
DESCRIPTION:Zoom \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPoetry distills pieces of truth we have discovered in the living of life. In its succinct\, vivid language\, poetry gives us space to SENSE the truth before intellectually acknowledging it. Poetry often reveals what is sacred and holy\, thus speaking of the divine whether the poet names God or not. April is national poetry month\, so embark with us on a four week series exploring how the divine shines through poetry. Poetry selections will include writings from poets such as Mary Oliver\, John O’Donohue\, Hafiz\, and René Maria Rilke.  \n\n\n\nPoetry is the deification of reality. —Edith Sitwell \n\n\n\nGod is the perfect poet. —Robert Browning \n\n\n\nEvery single soul is a poem. —Michael Franti \n\n\n\nPlease register for the series by March 24. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWendy Deering-Poynter\n\n\n\nWendy is an ordained minister serving as a church worship director. She is a spiritual companion\, yoga instructor and florist. She lives in a farmhouse with her husband and two children\, where she likes to dance in the kitchen and eat chocolate.
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/the-holy-in-poetry-exploring-how-the-poet-conveys-the-divine-week-1-of-4/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs,Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250329T150000
DTSTAMP:20241206T180128Z
CREATED:20241206T180128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T180128Z
UID:10000894-1743174000-1743260400@www.mountosb.org
SUMMARY:Zentangle for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:On-site \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Zentangle method is an easy-to-learn\, relaxing\, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. The materials required are minimal. Zentangle may be used as a means of contemplation and also fosters creativity\, relaxation\, empowerment\, focusing\, excitement\, fun\, and satisfaction. S. Patricia Seipel is a certified Zentangle teacher\, having attended classes led by the founders\, Rick Roberts and Maria Thomas. Come and enjoy learning something new that may grow into an established practice. Experience a relaxing time at Sophia Center and grow in your relationship with God. You will meet others on the same path and will leave with skills to help you continue with your practice of Zentangle. \n\n\n\nPlease register by March 21. \n\n\n\nAfter we receive your registration\, you can expect to receive a confirmation email from us which will include your invoice. We never want our retreat costs to be prohibitive to anyone who wants to attend our programs and so we offer scholarships. Fill out our simple scholarship request form now! \n\n\n\n*Read about our cancellation and refund policy. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSr. Patricia Seipel\n\n\n\nSr. Patricia ministered as a teacher for many years in Missouri and Kansas.  She also worked at Keeler Women’s Center.  Presently she serves as Community Formation Director\, offers spiritual direction\, and is a member of the Souljourners Leadership Team. She enjoys art\, being outdoors\, arranging flowers for the chapels\, working with the bees\, and making various kinds of rosaries for Monastery Goods. 
URL:https://www.mountosb.org/event/zentangle-for-beginners-2/
LOCATION:Sophia Spirituality Center\, 751 S. 8th Street\, Atchison\, KS\, 66002
CATEGORIES:On-Site,Retreats,Sophia Spirituality Center,Spiritual Programs
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