Federation events

Central to Franciscan spirituality is the Incarnation—the union of divinity and humanity in the person of Jesus. In his lifetime, Francis of Assisi wanted nothing more than to emulate the life of Christ and celebrate his momentous birth. So, in 1223, he and the townspeople of Greccio, a commune in central Italy, got to work in creating the first… Continue Reading The Grace of Greccio: 800 Years of Tradition

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, Oldenburg. 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… Continue Reading A Day of Quiet Renewal

Join Jungian Analyst and Clinical Psychologist S. Olga Wittekind, Ph.D. & Claire Sherman, Ph.D., as they discuss Jungian topics in our new Friday Jungian Series, “Caring for the Soul.” They have compiled a wonderful collection of Jungian topics to explore: wholeness & spirituality, archetypes, relationships, dream interpretation, fairy tales & myths, active imagination, masculine psychology,… Continue Reading Conversations on All Things Jungian: Our Masculine & Feminine Sides in Archetypes & Myths

The Creative Energy of the Universe is incarnating in you! Each of us is part of the Divine. Chaplain, singer/songwriter, author, and former radio news anchor Bill Tonnis will share with you his original songs and life experiences as well as reflect on scripture and quotes from theologians such as Ilia Delio, Cynthia Bourgeault, Elaine… Continue Reading Advent Retreat “How Is God Being Born in You This Christmas?”