Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica

The Feast of Saint John Bosco
2026-01-31 00:00 - 23:59 (America/Chicago) | KS
St. John Bosco dedicated his life to the young, especially those overlooked or forgotten. Growing up in poverty himself, he understood the struggles of children on the margins. As a priest, he created schools, workshops, and welcoming communities where young people could grow in faith, learning, and joy. His approach was marked by kindness, patience, and trust rather than punishment. Don Bosco believed holiness was possible through everyday goodness and cheerful service. His legacy continues through the Salesian family, still committed to nurturing hope and opportunity for youth around the world.

Divine Harmonies—Exploring Spiritual Themes in Broadway Musicals
2026-01-30 18:30 - 2026-01-31 16:30 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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Every year, thousands of people flock to theaters to immerse themselves in the beauty and grandeur of musicals. These stories, set to music, draw us into the lives of their characters in a unique and powerful way—through song and dance that often lingers in our hearts long after the curtain falls.

Join us in exploring the timeless appeal of musical theatre and reflecting on what these stories can teach us about faith, morals, and our connection to God. Whether you’re attending for the first time or returning for another encore, you’ll enjoy a new lineup of musicals—each offering fresh insights and inspiration for the spiritual journey.

*Cost includes a private room and meals. Our time together will begin with a social on Friday at 5:30.

Please register by January 23.

After 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!

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Sr. Suzanne Fitzmaurice

Sister 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.

Basic Embroidery
2026-01-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Learn how to embroider your own tea towels…

All materials provided; no experience necessary. Every Thursday!

Presented by: Sister Oanh Pham, OSB

S. Oanh recently retired from nursing and is now volunteering at Keeler Women’s Center in the afternoons. She has been making embroidered kitchen towels for the Monastery Goods store for many years.

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Mejore Su Salud
2026-01-29 11:30 - 13:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Esta serie de clases de nutrición cubre los siguientes temas. Usted puede asistir a una o a todas las clases. Para recibir certificación, usted tiene que asistir a todas las clases.

Los temas son:

Introducción a Mi Plato y Actividad Fisica

Planifica tus comidas, lista de compras y metas para la actividad fisica

Etiquetas de información nutricional y obstáculos para la actividad física

Frutas, vegetales y actividad aerobica

Cereales, balance y flexibilidad

Productos lácteos y prevencion de lesiones

Patrones de conducta de alimentacion saludable

Presentedo por: Elizabeth Garcia

Elizabeth es voluntaria bilingue quien sirvió como recepcionista y presentadora. Ahora es la nueva educadora de nutrición de SNAP-ED con la KSRE del Condado de Wyandotte.

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HOW TO USE YOUR GOOGLE DRIVE
2026-01-29 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Google Drive is an amazing free tool that you can access from any device.

Join us to learn the basics of your Google Drive and how to utilize it instead of expensive software.

Please bring your device to follow along!

Presented by Brenda Mortell, ObSB

Brenda Mortell, Associate Director at Keeler Women’s Center is a certified Home Counselor, Trauma Care Facilitator, Parent Project Educator, Adult Learning educator, and Facilitator Trainer for Community Conversations. As a certified person in Computer Applications, she teaches technology to the underserved and seniors at our center. Brenda is also one of our bilingual spiritual directors, and a Benedictine Oblate with Mount St. Scholastica.

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A1C Testing
2026-01-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
The test takes approximately 5 minutes, and participants will be able to get their A1C results. An A1C screen can be used to diagnose type 2 diabetes and prediabetes.

Provided in partnership with the KU Diabetes Institute.

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Basic Spanish
2026-01-28 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Join us to learn basic-level Spanish through this six-week series that will include curriculum lessons, activities, and vocabulary to help you build confidence with conversational Spanish.

Presented by Brenda Mortell, ObSB

Brenda Mortell, Associate Director at Keeler Women’s Center is a certified Home Counselor, Trauma Care Facilitator, Parent Project Educator, Adult Learning educator, and Facilitator Trainer for Community Conversations. As a certified person in Computer Applications, she teaches technology to the underserved and seniors at our center. Brenda is also one of our bilingual spiritual directors, and a Benedictine Oblate with Mount St. Scholastica.

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The Feast of Saint Thomas Aquinas
2026-01-28 00:00 - 23:59 | KS
St. Thomas Aquinas devoted his brilliant mind to the service of faith, believing that reason and revelation belong together. Born to a noble family, he chose the Dominican life against expectations and spent his years studying, teaching, and writing. His work helped the Church articulate deep truths with clarity and humility. Thomas never sought praise for his intellect; instead, he saw knowledge as a path toward loving God more fully. Today we honor a saint who reminds us that thoughtful inquiry, when rooted in prayer, can lead us closer to divine wisdom.

Surviving Domestic Violence Support Group
2026-01-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Education and support group for victims of domestic violence. Facilitated by a professional staff member of Friends of Yates. Discretion required.

Available via zoom or in-person!

2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month

If you need assistance with domestic violence issues, please call 913-321-0951 or the Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-735-2966. For the hearing impaired call 1-800-380-3323. Para ayuda en español llame al 1-800-520-7309.

Presented in partnership with Friend of Yates/Joyce Williams Center

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Grupo De Apoyo Para Víctimas de Asalto/Acoso Sexual
2026-01-27 11:30 - 13:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
El abuso sexual afecta no solo la salud física, también la salud emocional. Es tiempo de sanar y este grupo de soporte de MOCSA le puede ayudar. Este grupo está abierto a cualquier mujer que necesite ayuda emocional para sanar después del abuso.

En asociación con MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault).

Presentado por: Michelle Rodriguez

Bilingual Advocacy and Outreach Specialist con MOCSA. Para más información o apuntarse al grupo, llame a Michelle a 816-541-2318.

Si necesita ayuda inmediata puede llamar a la línea de apoyo: 816-531-0233 or 913-642-0233 o visite a mocsa.org

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Grupo de Apoyo Las Mujeres
2026-01-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Los temas de este grupo varían para cubrir las necesidades de la mujer en las diferentes etapas de la vida.

Presented in partnership with

Archwell Health in Kansas City.

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Feast of St. Angela Merici
2026-01-27 00:00 - 23:59 | KS
St. Angela Merici, a trailblazer for women’s education and empowerment, showed us the power of faith and action. She founded the Ursuline Order with a vision to provide girls and women with the opportunity to grow in knowledge, self-worth, and spiritual strength. St. Angela’s life reminds us that education isn’t just about academics—it’s about nurturing the whole person: mind, body, and spirit.

Her dedication to the marginalized and her innovative approach to community-building inspire us all to create spaces where everyone can thrive. Whether you’re an educator, a caregiver, or a community builder, St. Angela’s legacy encourages us to empower others, particularly young women, to realize their full potential. Her inclusive vision of sisterhood and service transcends borders, calling us all to uplift one another.

Knitting and Crocheting Group
2026-01-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Learn to knit or crochet. Work on a project or chat with friends.

All materials provided, no experience necessary. Every Monday!

Presented by: E.J. Gardner

E.J. is a KWC volunteer receptionist and knitting teacher and has been for years.

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Create Better Health
2026-01-26 13:00 - 14:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Explore simple & quick ways that you can create better health for you and your family in this 10-week series. You can attend classes that cover topics of interest to you or participate in all of them to receive certification.Some of the topics include:

Fruits, Vegetables & Aerobic Activity

Protein

Food Safety & Resistance Training

Grains

Balance, and Flexibility

Dairy & Injury Prevention

Healthy Eating Patterns

Meal Planning

Grocery Shipping & Goal Setting

Nutrition

Facts Labels and Physical Activity Barriers

Presented by: Elizabeth Garcia

Elizabeth is a bilingual volunteer serving as Nutrition Educator for K-State Extension. Previously Eli served as KWC volunteer receptionist and leader of our Create Beautiful Cards Class.

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The Feast of Saint Francis de Sales
2026-01-24 00:00 - 23:59 | KS
St. Francis de Sales is remembered for his gentle spirit and patient wisdom. As a bishop, he worked tirelessly to guide people back to faith through kindness rather than force. He believed holiness was possible for everyone, not just those in religious life. Through letters and writings, St. Francis encouraged ordinary people to seek God amid daily routines and responsibilities. His calm approach and warm encouragement continue to inspire seekers today. We celebrate a saint who teaches that love, humility, and perseverance can soften hearts and open paths toward lasting spiritual growth.

Basic Embroidery
2026-01-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Learn how to embroider your own tea towels…

All materials provided; no experience necessary. Every Thursday!

Presented by: Sister Oanh Pham, OSB

S. Oanh recently retired from nursing and is now volunteering at Keeler Women’s Center in the afternoons. She has been making embroidered kitchen towels for the Monastery Goods store for many years.

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Mejore Su Salud
2026-01-22 11:30 - 13:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Esta serie de clases de nutrición cubre los siguientes temas. Usted puede asistir a una o a todas las clases. Para recibir certificación, usted tiene que asistir a todas las clases.

Los temas son:

Introducción a Mi Plato y Actividad Fisica

Planifica tus comidas, lista de compras y metas para la actividad fisica

Etiquetas de información nutricional y obstáculos para la actividad física

Frutas, vegetales y actividad aerobica

Cereales, balance y flexibilidad

Productos lácteos y prevencion de lesiones

Patrones de conducta de alimentacion saludable

Presentedo por: Elizabeth Garcia

Elizabeth es voluntaria bilingue quien sirvió como recepcionista y presentadora. Ahora es la nueva educadora de nutrición de SNAP-ED con la KSRE del Condado de Wyandotte.

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Souljourners Inquiry Session
2026-01-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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These sessions are designed for those who are interested in becoming a spiritual director, or learning the skills of spiritual direction, through Souljourners, our 3-year on-site formation program. Join us as we provide an in-depth view of Souljourners to help you determine if it is a path you feel called to pursue. Have your program questions answered. For those coming for an on-site day, you will also have the opportunity to tour the campus and Sophia Center as well.

*Following our on-site inquiry sessions, we invite you to join us in the monastery dining room for lunch with the sisters.

Please register no later than 3 days prior to Zoom inquiries, and no later than 1 week prior to in-person inquiries.

Club de Lectura en Español
2026-01-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Disponible presencial o por WhatsApp! El libro de este mes será El Juego De La Vida y Como Jugarlo escrito por Florence Scovel Shinn.

En el dia 22 de enero se discutirá el libro donde se invita a todas las participantes a compartir su punto de vista. El libro lo puede conseguir en cantidad limitada en Keeler Women’s Center, tambien disponible en audiolibro.

Sobre el libro: El juego de la vida y cómo jugarlo, de Florence Scovel Shinn, es uno de los grandes clásicos de la auto-ayuda y superación personal. A pesar de ser un libro sencillo, sus palabras llenas de sabiduría demuestran un pleno conocimiento de las leyes de la prosperidad y del perdón, del poder de la palabra, de la perfecta expresión personal y la intuición. La vida es un juego, no una batalla. Si conocemos sus sencillas reglas, podremos jugar con sabiduría y alcanzar la victoria.Y la victoria significa una vida plena, próspera y feliz.

Presentado por: Brenda Mortell, ObSB

Brenda es consejera domiciliaria certificada, facilitadora de atención de traumatismos, educadora de proyectos para padres, educadora de aprendizaje de adultos y formadora de facilitadoras para conversaciones comunitarias. Como persona certificada en Aplicaciones Informáticas, enseña tecnología a personas mayores en nuestro centro. También es una de nuestras directoras espirituales bilingües, certificada por el programa Souljourners.

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Sole to Soul: A Personal Retreat Day
2026-01-22 09:30 - 15:30 | Sophia Spirituality Center, 751 S. 8th Street, Atchison, KS, 66002
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Registration is full, but we encourage you to register for the waitlist, as cancellations do sometimes occur.

Take a day to refresh and restore your soul, mind, and body. Sr. Linda Zahner will lead a guided meditation drawing upon the wisdom of St. Hildegard of Bingen to start the day, and then you can choose from one of three options— reflexology, contemplative healing touch, or spiritual direction—to add to your time. You will also have ample opportunity to visit the chapel, walk the grounds, or relax at Sophia Center—whatever nourishes your health and well-being.

*Cost also includes lunch. Registration is limited to 3.

Please register by January 15.

After 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!

Read about our cancellation and refund policy.

Sr. Linda Zahner

Sr. 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.

Monthly Book Club
2026-01-21 19:00 - 20:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
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.

Our upcoming books are:

November 19th – Black Bird. One for the Crow. By Olivia Hawker

NO MEETING IN DECEMBER!

January 21, 2026 – A Woman Is No Man. By Etaf Rum

Led by Therese Bysel

Therese 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.

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Basic Spanish
2026-01-21 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Join us to learn basic-level Spanish through this six-week series that will include curriculum lessons, activities, and vocabulary to help you build confidence with conversational Spanish.

Presented by Brenda Mortell, ObSB

Brenda Mortell, Associate Director at Keeler Women’s Center is a certified Home Counselor, Trauma Care Facilitator, Parent Project Educator, Adult Learning educator, and Facilitator Trainer for Community Conversations. As a certified person in Computer Applications, she teaches technology to the underserved and seniors at our center. Brenda is also one of our bilingual spiritual directors, and a Benedictine Oblate with Mount St. Scholastica.

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Legal Advice: Living Wills and POAs
2026-01-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Unbiased opinion and advice on the following:

Estate law ● Powers of Attorney ● Wills and Testaments

FREE By Phone Appointment Only

3rd Wednesdays of the month.

Provided by: Sheila Martinsen

Sheila is a professional volunteer with Keeler Women’s Center. An attorney by profession, she is always willing to help people with their estate law questions and drafting their wills. She volunteers together with her husband Estate Law attorney Scott Martinsen.

Sheila served as our Thursday afternoon receptionist for a number of years.

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The Feast of Saint Agnes
2026-01-21 00:00 - 23:59 | KS
St. Agnes stands as a powerful witness to courage and faith. Though young in age, she refused to compromise her commitment to Christ, even when faced with great pressure and danger. Her steadfast trust in God became a lasting testimony to strength rooted in belief rather than power. St. Agnes’s story has inspired generations to remain faithful amid challenges. She reminds us that holiness is not measured by years lived, but by the depth of one’s devotion. Today we honor her brave spirit and unwavering dedication to truth and love.

Women Embracing Aging Support Group
2026-01-20 14:00 - 15:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
A support group for women who want to explore aging together! Share your experience, wisdom and the unexplored changes aging is bringing to your life.

3rd Tuesday of every month.

Presented by Jackie Tigges, LSCSW

Jackie is a volunteer professional counselor at Keeler Women’s Center. She has served as presenter of numerous mental health topics. She provides free counseling services on Mondays and Tuesdays at our center.

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Grupo De Apoyo Para Víctimas de Asalto/Acoso Sexual
2026-01-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
El abuso sexual afecta no solo la salud física, también la salud emocional. Es tiempo de sanar y este grupo de soporte de MOCSA le puede ayudar. Este grupo está abierto a cualquier mujer que necesite ayuda emocional para sanar después del abuso.

En asociación con MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault).

Presentado por: Michelle Rodriguez

Bilingual Advocacy and Outreach Specialist con MOCSA. Para más información o apuntarse al grupo, llame a Michelle a 816-541-2318.

Si necesita ayuda inmediata puede llamar a la línea de apoyo: 816-531-0233 or 913-642-0233 o visite a mocsa.org

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Grupo de Apoyo Las Mujeres
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Los temas de este grupo varían para cubrir las necesidades de la mujer en las diferentes etapas de la vida.

Presented in partnership with

Archwell Health in Kansas City.

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Legal Advice: Living Wills and POAs
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Keeler Women’s Center, 759 Vermont Ave, Suite 100 - B, Kansas City, KS, 66101, United States
Unbiased opinion and advice on the following:

Estate law ● Powers of Attorney ● Wills and Testaments

FREE By Phone Appointment Only

3rd Wednesdays of the month.

Provided by: Sheila Martinsen

Sheila is a professional volunteer with Keeler Women’s Center. An attorney by profession, she is always willing to help people with their estate law questions and drafting their wills. She volunteers together with her husband Estate Law attorney Scott Martinsen.

Sheila served as our Thursday afternoon receptionist for a number of years.

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Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
2026-01-18 00:00 - 2026-01-25 23:59 | KS
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.

The theme for The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity in the year 2026 is a verse taken from St. Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians 4:4 “There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to the one hope of your calling.”

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Precious 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.

The Marillac Center, the retreat and spirituality center of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, in Leavenworth, Kansas.

The Sophia Center is a ministry of the Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica in Atchison, Kansas.

The Feast of Saint Anthony, Abbot
2026-01-17 00:00 - 23:59 | KS
St. Anthony the Abbot sought God in silence and simplicity. Leaving behind wealth and comfort, he retreated to the desert where prayer, fasting, and trust in God shaped his days. Though he lived apart from society, people were drawn to his wisdom and spiritual strength. St. Anthony became a guide to many, offering counsel grounded in humility and perseverance. His life gave rise to monastic traditions that continue today. We honor a saint who shows that withdrawing from noise can deepen compassion, and that listening for God often begins in stillness.
