Upcoming opportunities from the Franciscan Federation and its members
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In this weekend retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha), we will explore our “mothering journey,” not only how we currently mother, but also how we were mothered,… Continue Reading Finding Peace in Mothering Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
Are you currently facing a transition, either big or small? Have you experienced a change in your job status, a divorce, empty nesting or loss of a loved one? Are… Continue Reading Navigating Transitions: A Path to Rest & Renew Retreat at Prairiewoods
8:30 AM (registration opens) to 2 PM (closing prayer) The Stigmata of Francis: The Gift of La Verna - What is our identification with Christ's Love? Come discuss together the… Continue Reading Annual All Franciscan Day in Cincinnati, OH
Considering changes in your life as summer draws to a close? Give yourself the gift of time for prayer and discernment with this on-line retreat, guided by the wisdom of… Continue Reading Discernment in the Franciscan Spirit: Life Decisions Retreat
Guided by contemplatives like Bourgeault, Keating, Rohr, and Merton, we practice contemplative prayer. We share God’s movement in our lives and reflect on our experiences through this process. All are… Continue Reading Contemplative Prayer
Experience a day of renewal and relaxation. Take time out of your busy schedule to spend some quiet time on the grounds of the Sisters of St. Francis. Explore our… Continue Reading A Day of Quiet Renewal
Whether you're troubled about the state of the world or are struggling with personal challenges, you'll find a safe and sacred place in this retreat to honor your feelings and… Continue Reading Active Hope for a Troubled World Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
“Spiritual Autobiography” is a way to seek our spiritual depths. We can articulate the past, present, and future of the hope-filled spiritual journey that we are on. With Carl Jung,… Continue Reading Spiritual Autobiography: Our Journey to God
Monthly coffee talks at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. with April Boyle, Associate Meet a Wild Woman from the Wild West! She was an Army scout, pioneer, sharpshooter, ox team driver, storyteller,… Continue Reading Coffee Talks — Calamity Jane: Legend of the West
This retreat invites you to envision a second half of life that calls forth your truest self and unique purpose and to consider what it means to be an “elder”… Continue Reading Becoming the Elder Tree: Purpose in the Second Half of Life Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
Using the theme of St. Francis’ Canticle of Creation, you are invited to a walk of gratitude within nature. Following St. Clare’s teaching, you will have an opportunity to develop… Continue Reading A Nature Walk With Francis and Clare
Discover three revolutionary shifts reshaping theology, science, and scripture studies. These ideas are closer to our modern experience of God and offer a modern lens for faith in a dynamic… Continue Reading Prime Paradigm Shifts for the 21st Century