Upcoming opportunities from the Franciscan Federation and its members
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The Franciscan Federation is very grateful to all of our members and donors. As we move into 2025 and continue to serve our existing members and welcome new members into our Franciscan Family, we humbly ask you to consider making a donation to the Federation this GivingTuesday to support our efforts of inclusivity and welcome.… Continue Reading GivingTuesday 2024
Like quiet Earth in winter, we—amid the stress and conflicts of these times—need revitalizing ways to pause for rest and “letting be” amid the darkness so we can open to mysterious healing forces working with and in us to birth life anew. Come to Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) for a weekend of… Continue Reading Winter’s Wisdom, Rest & Renewal: A Solstice & Advent Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
The Franciscan Federation is very grateful to all of our members and donors. As we move into 2025 and continue to serve our existing members and welcome new members into our Franciscan Family, we humbly ask you to consider making a donation to the Federation this GivingTuesday to support our efforts of inclusivity and welcome.… Continue Reading GivingTuesday 2024
The Franciscan Federation is very grateful to all of our members and donors. As we move into 2025 and continue to serve our existing members and welcome new members into our Franciscan Family, we humbly ask you to consider making a donation to the Federation this GivingTuesday to support our efforts of inclusivity and welcome.… Continue Reading GivingTuesday 2024
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 library, grab a comfy chair, and read, journal, or just gaze out the window. Experience Spiritual Direction with a Sister. Spend time to center and… Continue Reading A Day of Quiet Renewal
Join us for a serene retreat during Advent, where we'll explore mindfulness practices to cultivate inner peace and spiritual renewal. Through guided meditations, reflective exercises, and group discussions, discover the transformative power of mindfulness as we prepare our hearts for the holiday season. Registration
Monthly coffee talks at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. .stk-q9sqkg1 .stk-block-subtitle__text{font-size:30px !important;color:#c0573e !important;line-height:1.2em !important;font-weight:400 !important;font-style:italic !important;font-family:"Alegreya Sans",Sans-serif !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-q9sqkg1 .stk-block-subtitle__text{font-size:30px !important}}With S. Olga Wittekind, OSF, PhD, Spiritual Director & Clinical Psychologist. Embark on a sacred journey through Advent as we uncover the profound spiritual journey of Mary, Mother of Jesus. Discover how Mary's intimate relationship… Continue Reading Coffee Talks — Divine Presence: Mary’s Journey
Are you considering making some changes in your life as we enter the new year? Experience a Franciscan approach to discerning life decisions, rooted in the wisdom of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi. This free, online day of retreat is for adults (18+) considering life choices such as vocation, school, job, relationship or intentional… Continue Reading Life Decisions: Discernment in the Franciscan Spirit (via Zoom)
Join us for a selective reading of poems inspired by the lives of Francis and Clare from poet/author Murray Bodo, OFM. His reading and ongoing commentary of these poems from different times in his life span the years from his 20s to his 80s. There will be a Question & Answer session included in the… Continue Reading An Afternoon with Murray Bodo Sharing Poems and Insights Inspired by Francis and Clare via Zoom
Join the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and other Franciscans For Earth on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 6:30 pm Central via Zoom for a free screening and discussion of the film “Eating Our Way to Extinction: When Food Costs the Earth Who Pays the Price?” This 2021 acclaimed and award-winning film… Continue Reading Film Screening & Discussion: “Eating Our Way to Extinction: When Food Costs the Earth Who Pays the Price?” (via Zoom)
Please mark your calendars and plan to attend the Franciscan Federation Member Forum via Zoom on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1pm to 4pm ET | noon to 3pm CT | 11am to 2pm MT | 10am to 1pm PT. Sr. Mary Beth Ingham, CSJ will give our keynote. Her talk, "Attending to the Seeds of a… Continue Reading Franciscan Federation Member Forum
Join the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and other Franciscans For Earth for a free screening and discussion of the film “Artifishal: The Fight to Save Wild Salmon" on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 6:30 pm Central via Zoom. According to the website of the film’s maker, Patagonia.com, this 2019 film is… Continue Reading Online Movie Screening & Discussion: “Artifishal”