BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Franciscan Federation - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Franciscan Federation X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://franfed.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Franciscan Federation REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20231016T144252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T144255Z UID:10000100-1699986600-1699993800@franfed.org SUMMARY:Seeking Asylum DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, November 14 at 6:30 in the evening\, as we view and discuss the new documentary “Seeking Asylum: A Mother’s Journey.” Register today for this free opportunity at www.fsolph.org/events/This film bears witness to the endless deterrents migrants face when petitioning for asylum in the United States. According to the website https://www.seekingasylumfilm.com\, this film documents one woman’s journey as she searches for protection for her kids. Many people view getting to the United States as the final hurdle of the migration journey\, but we quickly learn that once in the US\, the fight has just begun. During one of the most uncertain times in our country’s history\, Seeking Asylum documents the challenges asylum seekers face and shows why asylum is an integral part of the American Dream that we cannot afford to lose. This film is by Honeypot Productions\, a female owned and operated production company founded in 2020 and specializing in nonfiction storytelling to foster conversations of understanding\, compassion\, and growth in our world through visually stunning and character driven narratives. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/seeking-asylum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231105T130000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230818T171406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T171410Z UID:10000091-1699036200-1699189200@franfed.org SUMMARY:Silent Mindfulness Meditation Retreat at Prairiewoods DESCRIPTION:As Jon Kabat-Zinn writes in Full Catastrophe Living\, “Life unfolds in moments. The healing power of mindfulness lies in living each one as fully as we can.” Mindfulness is the awareness that knows what is happening in the present moment as it is happening. It shapes a wise and compassionate relationship with and response to experience as it unfolds moment by moment. As Joseph Goldstein writes in A Heart Full of Peace\, “Mindfulness is the quality and power of mind that is deeply aware of what’s happening—without commentary and without interference … keeping us connected to brushing our teeth or having a cup of tea … connected to the people around us.” Scientific research shows that mindfulness can positively affect stress resilience\, physical and mental health\, the ability to sustain attention\, self-regulation of emotions\, interpersonal skills\, and general well-being and happiness. Join facilitator Chris Klug for a weekend retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) to cultivate mindfulness in silence amid instruction\, questioning\, sitting meditation\, walking meditation\, mindful movement and mindful eating. All are welcome to participate\, whether we are interested in beginning a formal mindfulness meditation practice or have been practicing for some time. The cost is $230 and includes sessions\, lodging and all meals. The commuter fee is $180 and includes sessions\, Saturday lunch and dinner\, and Sunday lunch. For more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700. \n\n\n\nRegistration Information: \n\n\n\nRegister at https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=23PGR25316 URL:https://franfed.org/event/silent-mindfulness-meditation-retreat-at-prairiewoods-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231103T160000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20231026T141512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T141516Z UID:10000103-1699002000-1699027200@franfed.org SUMMARY:A Day of Quiet Renewal DESCRIPTION: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 and renew yourself. God is waiting! \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/a-day-of-quiet-renewal/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T113000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20231019T142810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T142813Z UID:10000102-1698485400-1698492600@franfed.org SUMMARY:The Body\, Mind & Spirit: Wholeness & Holiness DESCRIPTION:Join Lorie Hacker\, DNP\, Faith Community Nursing\, Marian University Professor\, as she explores the practical application of wholeness through the lens of health\, wellness\, and the integration of faith. There will be time for reflection and sharing our journeys toward integration in a spiritual retreat setting. Please join us as we journey toward healing and wholeness! \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/the-body-mind-spirit-wholeness-holiness/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231024T171500 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230920T192930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T193339Z UID:10000096-1698163200-1698167700@franfed.org SUMMARY:Working for Environmental Justice DESCRIPTION:The Franciscan Federation\, Franciscan Action Network\, and the Order of Friars Minor Holy Name Province JPIC office are working together to raise awareness about and advocate for environmental justice\, focusing on communities of color and low wealth that are disproportionately affected by environmental degradation. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to participate in a series of three webinars in September\, October\, and November\, to listen and learn about situations of ongoing environmental injustice in three distinct regions and practice advocacy at multiple levels. \n\n\n\nJoin us on October 24\, 2023 to hear about the petrochemical Industries in Louisiana. The majority Black residents of the 80+ mile stretch between Baton Rouge and New Orleans\, called “Cancer Alley\,” are subjected to disproportionately high rates of cancer\, respiratory diseases and other health problems from the air and water pollution of 150 oil refineries\, plastic plants and petrochemical facilities along the Mississippi River. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/working-for-environmental-justice-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T160000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20231018T154204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T154305Z UID:10000101-1697983200-1697990400@franfed.org SUMMARY:Celebrating the Centenary as a Franciscan Family DESCRIPTION:Join Sr. Mary Elizabeth Imler\, OSF\, for this worldwide celebration of the 800th anniversary of the Franciscan Rule with her presentation\, “Franciscan Relationship as Sisters and Brothers.” The Chicago Region 800th Centenary Committee invites Franciscans and Franciscans-at-heart to this free\, livestreamed presentation at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday\, October 22\, 2023\, in our motherhouse auditorium.  \n\n\n\n\nRegistration URL:https://franfed.org/event/celebrating-the-centenary-as-a-franciscan-family/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231018T123000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20231003T145047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T145206Z UID:10000099-1697626800-1697632200@franfed.org SUMMARY:Commission for Life and Mission Consultation Sessions DESCRIPTION:The Commission for Life and Mission invites you to a consultative Zoom session. We want to hear directly from you about your ministries and/or your efforts to live the Franciscan spirit\, and how the Federation may be able to support you in these endeavors. All are welcome to attend: vowed religious\, lay associates/co-journers\, and anyone living in the spirit of Francis and Clare. \n\n\n\nTwo free Zoom sessions will be offered: Tuesday\, October 17\, from 3:30 to 5:00 pm (Eastern) and Wednesday\, October 18\, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm (Eastern). We ask that you register by October 10th. \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email that will include some questions as preparation for our conversations. Please reflect on these with the lens of your ministry or in living the Franciscan spirit. This confirmation email will also include a link unique to you for the session. Please do not share this link with others. The link will be sent out again to you a day or two prior to the session. \n\n\n\nEach session will cover the same material and last approximately 90 minutes and will include both small and large group sharing. You may attend one or both sessions. \n\n\n\nOnce we have listened to you\, we will follow-up on this information\, as appropriate\, to better serve and support you. We look forward to our time with you. Any questions can be directed to: lifeandmission@franfed.org \n\n\n\n“Let the sisters and brothers always be mindful that they should desire one thing alone\, namely\, the Spirit of God at work within them.” (TOR Rule #32) \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/commission-for-life-and-mission-consultation-sessions-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T170000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20231003T144756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T144859Z UID:10000098-1697556600-1697562000@franfed.org SUMMARY:Commission for Life and Mission Consultation Sessions DESCRIPTION:The Commission for Life and Mission invites you to a consultative Zoom session. We want to hear directly from you about your ministries and/or your efforts to live the Franciscan spirit\, and how the Federation may be able to support you in these endeavors. All are welcome to attend: vowed religious\, lay associates/co-journers\, and anyone living in the spirit of Francis and Clare. \n\n\n\nTwo free Zoom sessions will be offered: Tuesday\, October 17\, from 3:30 to 5:00 pm (Eastern) and Wednesday\, October 18\, from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm (Eastern). We ask that you register by October 10th. \n\n\n\nYou will receive a confirmation email that will include some questions as preparation for our conversations. Please reflect on these with the lens of your ministry or in living the Franciscan spirit. This confirmation email will also include a link unique to you for the session. Please do not share this link with others. The link will be sent out again to you a day or two prior to the session. \n\n\n\nEach session will cover the same material and last approximately 90 minutes and will include both small and large group sharing. You may attend one or both sessions. \n\n\n\nOnce we have listened to you\, we will follow-up on this information\, as appropriate\, to better serve and support you. We look forward to our time with you. Any questions can be directed to: lifeandmission@franfed.org \n\n\n\n“Let the sisters and brothers always be mindful that they should desire one thing alone\, namely\, the Spirit of God at work within them.” (TOR Rule #32) \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/commission-for-life-and-mission-consultation-sessions/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231008T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231012T130000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230818T170937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T170941Z UID:10000090-1696780800-1697115600@franfed.org SUMMARY:The Power of Silence: Silent Directed Retreat at Prairiewoods DESCRIPTION:Perhaps you’ve participated for years in Prairiewoods’ Silent Directed Retreats. Or maybe you have seen these advertised and considered scheduling one for yourself\, but aren’t sure what a Silent Directed Retreat is. If you’ve made a Silent Directed Retreat\, we welcome you back. If you’ve never made a retreat like this\, we invite you to consider this question: What’s the deepest silence you’ve ever known? Silent Directed Retreats at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) offer opportunities to enter into deep silence in order to sense what it feels like to awaken a quiet and palpable connection and deepen your relationship with the Source of All being. Each day you will receive ongoing direction as you and a professionally-trained spiritual director listen intentionally to the movement of the Source of All Being in your heart. Listening in such profound silence assists you to get in touch with feelings\, thoughts and actions as you reflect\, meditate\, pray and rest. The practice of this daily meeting assists in developing the capacity to discern\, notice\, sense the movement of the Source of All Being in light of your motivations\, attachments\, responses to that movement within the whole of your life. To share with a professional your divine experiences brings clarity\, deepens your commitment and accountability to the direction of your life\, surprises and offers insight into that direction. This five-day retreat is guided by Lucille Winnike\, FSPA; Rev. Rose Blank; and Ann Jackson\, PBVM. The cost is $400 and includes lodging\, meals and spiritual direction. (Partial scholarships are available.) For more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700. \n\n\n\nRegistration Information: \n\n\n\nRegister at https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=23PGR25526 URL:https://franfed.org/event/the-power-of-silence-silent-directed-retreat-at-prairiewoods/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T150000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230818T170654Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T170703Z UID:10000089-1696582800-1696604400@franfed.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life (S.E.E.L.) DESCRIPTION:Do you long for GOD? Do you desire time to reflect on your spiritual path and the movement of the Spirit within your life? Do you wish to enrich your spiritual experience through monthly prayer and reflection? Would you like a framework in which to explore and pray your “heart’s desire”? Spiritual Exercises in Everyday Life (S.E.E.L.) is an eight-month retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) based on the spiritual exercises of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Ignatius explored a number of different kinds of prayer in creating the Exercises. He recognized that emotions and feelings in addition to the intellect help us to sense the movement of the Spirit in our lives. The Exercises develop dispositions of the heart for prayer\, which then become part of daily life. Retreatants in S.E.E.L. become increasingly aware of the presence of and activity of God in all things. They learn to discern that movement of God in their lives and in the world and to integrate meditation\, contemplation and action. We invite you to commit to one hour of prayer each day for eight months\, at least one monthly meeting with a spiritual director and eight monthly Friday sessions (Oct. 6\, Nov. 10\, Dec. 1\, Jan. 12\, Feb. 9\, March 8\, April 5 and May 10). The first and final sessions are 9–3 p.m.\, while all other sessions are 9–1 p.m. This retreat is best suited for those who have or are interested in establishing a discipline of regular personal prayer\, have experience sharing their spiritual journey with others\, and are called and committed to deepening personal faith. It will be facilitated by Rose Blank; Ann Jackson\, PBVM; and Lucille Winnike\, FSPA. The cost of this eight-month retreat is $400 (payable in October or in monthly installments of $50) plus monthly spiritual direction sessions paid separately. Online registration is not available. For more information or to request an application\, contact Prairiewoods at 319-395-6700. \n\n\n\nRegistration Information: \n\n\n\nRegister at https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=23PWS25456 URL:https://franfed.org/event/spiritual-exercises-in-everyday-life-s-e-e-l/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230930T180000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230912T141806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T141810Z UID:10000095-1696075200-1696096800@franfed.org SUMMARY:Life Decisions: Discernment in the Franciscan Spirit retreat DESCRIPTION:Facing some big decisions in your life? This online retreat offers a Franciscan approach to discernment\, guided by the wisdom of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi. Sr. Diane Tomkinson\, OSF will guide participants through a Franciscan discernment process to assist with their personal life choices (vocation\, relationships\, faith\, education\, job\, volunteer or intentional community year\, etc.). The retreat includes group prayer\, short presentations\, a reflection booklet\, contemplative times for personal reflection\, and opportunities for sharing with a small group. Offered by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia. \n\n\n\nTo request participation\, please email Sr. Diane at dtomkinson@osfphila.org URL:https://franfed.org/event/life-decisions-discernment-in-the-franciscan-spirit-retreat/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230925T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230925T213000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230818T165753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T165918Z UID:10000087-1695666600-1695677400@franfed.org SUMMARY:Let Justice & Peace Flow Zoom Prayer Service DESCRIPTION:Let’s all join together in prayer to “Let Justice & Peace Flow” during a short evening service via Zoom. Celebrate the Season of Creation with us in praise and thanksgiving for God’s Creation from 6:30 to 7:30pm on Monday\, September 25\, 2023. Register now at www.fsolph.org/events/ to receive the link via email. We will send you an email reminder one day and one hour before the event. \n\n\n\nThe Season of Creation is a time to renew our relationship with our Creator and all creation through celebration\, conversion\, and commitment together. During the Season of Creation\, we join our sisters and brothers in the ecumenical family in prayer and action for our common home. \n\n\n\nAs the people of God\, we must work together on behalf of all Creation\, as part of that mighty river of peace and justice. The theme for 2023 is from Amos 5:24. “Prophet Amos cries out: ‘But let justice roll on like a river\, righteousness like a never-failing stream!’ (Amos 5: 24) and so we are called to join the river of justice and peace\, to take up climate and ecological justice\, and to speak out with and for communities most impacted by climate injustice and the loss of biodiversity.” See https://seasonofcreation.org for more information about this month of celebration and outreach. \n\n\n\nThis event is free and sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help through their Franciscans For Earth movement outreach. \n\n\n\nRegister at www.fsolph.org/events/ After registering you will receive an email response that contains a Zoom link. Please save and flag/star this email so you can find that link to log in on the evening of September 25 at 6:15 pm (the service begins at 6:30\, but we kindly ask those available to log in at 6:15 in case there are difficulties). When you log into Zoom\, you may go into a “waiting room” — your patience is appreciated. URL:https://franfed.org/event/let-justice-peace-flow-zoom-prayer-service/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T170000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230908T194023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T194027Z UID:10000094-1694620800-1694624400@franfed.org SUMMARY:Working for Environmental Justice DESCRIPTION:The Franciscan Federation\, Franciscan Action Network\, and the Order of Friars Minor Holy Name Province JPIC office are working together to raise awareness about and advocate for environmental justice\, focusing on communities of color and low wealth that are disproportionately affected by environmental degradation. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to participate in a series of three webinars in September\, October\, and November\, to listen and learn about situations of ongoing environmental injustice in three distinct regions and practice advocacy at multiple levels. \n\n\n\nJoin us on September 13\, 2023\, to hear New Mexico frontline advocates from Citizens Caring for the Future and NM/El Paso Interfaith Power and Light discuss the need for stronger methane and water quality regulations\, an end to new oil and gas leasing on public and ancestral lands\, and how advocates outside the state can amplify local efforts. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/working-for-environmental-justice/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230912T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230912T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230714T195444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230714T195448Z UID:10000086-1694543400-1694550600@franfed.org SUMMARY:Current Revolution DESCRIPTION:Join us on Tuesday\, September 12 at 6:30 PM Central time\, as we view and discuss three mini-documentaries from the Current Revolution Series: The Transformation Cannot be Stopped\, Nation in Transition\, and Workforce Rising. Register today for this free opportunity!According to the website https://www.amresproject.org\, American Resilience Project’s new film series tackles the challenge of how the utility\, auto\, tech\, and defense industries can help modernize the aging power grid to make it more secure and responsive to the needs of its users while enhancing environmental performance. With a focus on national security\, economic prosperity\, and environmental justice\, the films\, and campaigns will show how the nation can embrace smart policies and investments that support grid modernization through distributed renewable energy generation and the development of an electric vehicle infrastructure. We will also explore the work of the Navajo Nation in the utility supplies of the American Southwest\, often to their own peril. Could renewable energy provide opportunities to build an infrastructure that provides more for all?Franciscans For Earth (FFE) was created by the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help to educate\, advocate and collaborate on behalf of our Common Home and all its inhabitants. To learn about our free FFE Eco-Series events offered in the future\, sign up to receive the Franciscan Spirit. Print editions are published twice a year; supplemental online editions and those containing pdf files of the print edition are delivered to your inbox throughout the year. \n\n\n\n\nRegistration Information URL:https://franfed.org/event/current-revolution/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230910T150000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230818T170233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T171030Z UID:10000088-1694197800-1694358000@franfed.org SUMMARY:Active Hope for All of Creation Retreat at Prairiewoods DESCRIPTION:Embody our interconnection with all beings through the wisdom of Saint Francis and the Work That Reconnects! In a time where separation and exploitation seem to dominate our relationships with other beings and our planet\, the spiritual and ecological teachings that we are all connected\, that we are all kin\, is balm for our souls. Embodying this knowing is healing for ourselves and for the planet. This retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) will be facilitated by Work That Reconnects Facilitator Kathleen Rude. Together we will combine the spiritual teaching of Saint Francis\, the patron saint of ecology\, and the transformative wisdom of the Work That Reconnects to explore our interdependence with all life. We will invite fellow species to speak through us in the beloved ceremony\, The Council of All Beings. We will spend time in the woods and prairies to hear what Earth is inviting us to embrace and to receive inspiration and healing for our weary\, overwhelmed hearts and souls. In supportive community\, we will honor our pain for the world\, reconnect to active hope and find clarity around how we can play a part in the healing of our beautiful planet. This retreat includes experiential practices\, mask making\, movement\, inspirational readings and simple rituals. It’s engaging\, invigorating and gives us tools for dealing with the challenges of living in difficult times. The cost of this weekend retreat is $230 and includes sessions\, lodging and all meals. The commuter fee is $180 and includes Saturday lunch and dinner\, and Sunday lunch. For more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700. \n\n\n\nRegistration Information: \n\n\n\nRegister at https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=23PGR25315 URL:https://franfed.org/event/active-hope-for-all-of-creation-retreat-at-prairiewoods/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T213000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230818T171905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T171909Z UID:10000093-1693938600-1693949400@franfed.org SUMMARY:Let Justice and Peace Flow DESCRIPTION:Let’s all join together in prayer to “Let Justice & Peace Flow” during a short evening service in Kirkwood Park. Celebrate the Season of Creation with us in praise and thanksgiving for God’s Creation from 6:30 to 7:30pm on Tuesday\, September 5\, 2023. We will gather at the Walker Lake parking lot and proceed to the lake together. Register at www.fsolph.org/events/ (We do ask that you please sign up with all contact information\, so that we can text you easily in case of inclement weather. This also allows us to send you an email reminder one day and one hour before the event.) The Season of Creation is a time to renew our relationship with our Creator and all creation through celebration\, conversion\, and commitment together. During the Season of Creation\, we join our sisters and brothers in the ecumenical family in prayer and action for our common home. As the people of God\, we must work together on behalf of all Creation\, as part of that mighty river of peace and justice. The theme for 2023 is from Amos 5:24. “Prophet Amos cries out: ‘But let justice roll on like a river\, righteousness like a never-failing stream!’ (Amos 5: 24) and so we are called to join the river of justice and peace\, to take up climate and ecological justice\, and to speak out with and for communities most impacted by climate injustice and the loss of biodiversity.” See https://seasonofcreation.org for more information about this month of celebration and outreach. \n\n\n\nRegistration Information: \n\n\n\nwww.fsoph.org/events/ URL:https://franfed.org/event/let-justice-and-peace-flow/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230723T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230728T170000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230705T134743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T134745Z UID:10000085-1690124400-1690563600@franfed.org SUMMARY:Fr. Tom Hartle's Summer Preached Retreat Week @ Stella Niagara's Center of Renewal DESCRIPTION:Plan now for an insightful\, meaningful retreat featuring Fr. Tom Hartle’s engaging style as he helps retreatants advance on their own spiritual journeys. This retreat will include daily morning and afternoon conferences\, private reflection and contemplation\, Eucharistic Liturgy\, and more. Consider Fr. Tom’s own words on this unique and timely retreat theme: “We are living in a time and place alien and strange to us. We are ‘immigrants’! We are living permanently in a ‘foreign country’. Our birth country is not the country we find ourselves living in today. Acknowledging this truth\, this reality\, may empower us to move forward with our lives.” \n\n\n\nAdditional words from retreat presenter\, Fr. Tom Hartle\, OFM: “I am a friar of Holy Name Province\, soon to be Our Lady of Guadeloupe Province. Like you\, I too am an immigrant. I speak from my personal experience as I try to inculturate myself into these new and often confusing times. As Dorothy said to Toto\, “Toto\, I’ve a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore.” We have stepped outside of what is considered normal; we have entered a place or circumstance that is unfamiliar and uncomfortable; we find ourselves in a strange situation. Welcome to the new millennium.”(Website: www.stellaniagararetreats.org) \n\n\n\nTo pre-register\, just call the Center of Renewal (716-754-7376\, Ext. 2 or 1) URL:https://franfed.org/event/fr-tom-hartles-summer-preached-retreat-week-stella-niagaras-center-of-renewal/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230721T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230723T170000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230705T133950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T133952Z UID:10000083-1689926400-1690131600@franfed.org SUMMARY:Four Essential B's: How Beliefs Affect Our Bodies\, Brains\, and Bonds facilitated by Anne Kertz Kernion DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in the intersection of spiritual practices and our health and well-being\, this retreat is for you! We will explore several areas of that intersection during our weekend together with multimedia presentations. First\, how do our beliefs and practices affect our bodies\, down to the cellular level? And second\, how do our attitudes and beliefs\, prayers\, and participation in rituals\, affect our cognitive health and relationships with others? \n\n\n\nWe will experience Chair Yoga and several forms of silent prayer and meditation. We’ll also create bookmarks with your name on them (Calligraphy by Anne) and have ample time for group discussions and contemplative practices. You will leave with various tools to nourish your body\, mind\, and spirit. \n\n\n\n$300 per person (consists of program\, overnight accommodations\, and meals) or $250 per person for commuters (consists of a comfortable space to rest and relax during your visit\, program\, and meals; no overnight accommodations); please register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by July 14\, 2023. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/four-essential-bs-how-beliefs-affect-our-bodies-brains-and-bonds-facilitated-by-anne-kertz-kernion/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230709T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230714T120000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230705T134352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T134354Z UID:10000084-1688923800-1689336000@franfed.org SUMMARY:SUMMER RETREAT: "THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY: A PROCESS FOR TRANSFORMATION with Fr. Albert Haase\, OFM DESCRIPTION:The spiritual journey is the communal process of being transformed by the Spirit of God into the image of Christ for the sake of others. During this retreat\, Albert Haase\, OFM\, will explore the many dimensions of this transformation including living in the present moment\, fostering a healthy image of God\, living with mindfulness\, and becoming a person of forgiveness. Input will draw upon material from the books\, Becoming an Ordinary Mystic\, Saying Yes\, and Soul Training with the Peace Prayer of Saint Francis. Registration begins at 3:30 p.m. with opening session at 6:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nFacilitator: Albert Haase\, OFM Ordained a Franciscan priest in 1983\, Fr. Albert\, is a popular preacher\, teacher\, spiritual director and guest on talk radio shows. A former missionary to mainland China for more than eleven years\, he is the award-winning author of fourteen books on popular spirituality and the presenter on five best-selling DVDs. He currently resides at San Miguel Friary in San Antonio TX. Visit his website: www.AlbertOFM.org \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/summer-retreat-the-spiritual-journey-a-process-for-transformation-with-fr-albert-haase-ofm/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230618T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230624T130000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230419T165709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T165712Z UID:10000077-1687104000-1687611600@franfed.org SUMMARY:The Power of Silence: June Silent Directed Retreat at Prairiewoods DESCRIPTION:Perhaps you’ve participated for years in Prairiewoods’ Silent Directed Retreats. Or maybe you have seen these advertised and considered scheduling one for yourself\, but aren’t sure what a Silent Directed Retreat is. If you’ve made a silent\, directed retreat\, we welcome you back. If you’ve never made a retreat like this\, we invite you to consider this question: What’s the deepest silence you’ve ever known? Silent Directed Retreats at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) offer opportunities to enter into deep silence in order to sense what it feels like to awaken a quiet and palpable connection and deepen your relationship with the Source of All being. Each day you will receive ongoing direction as you and a professionally-trained spiritual director listen intentionally to the movement of the Source of All Being in your heart. Listening in such profound silence assists you to get in touch with feelings\, thoughts and actions as you reflect\, meditate\, pray and rest. The practice of this daily meeting assists in developing the capacity to discern\, notice\, sense the movement of the Source of All Being in light of your motivations\, attachments\, responses to that movement within the whole of your life. To share with a professional your divine experiences brings clarity\, deepens your commitment and accountability to the direction of your life\, surprises and offers insight into that direction. This weeklong retreat is guided by Lucille Winnike\, FSPA; Rev. Rose Blank; Kim Seward; Deb Hansen and Ann Jackson\, PBVM. The cost is $495 and includes lodging\, meals and spiritual direction. (Partial scholarships are available.) For more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/the-power-of-silence-june-silent-directed-retreat-at-prairiewoods/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230610T113000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230417T194124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T194126Z UID:10000073-1686389400-1686396600@franfed.org SUMMARY:“Wizard of Oz”: Struggles in the Soul’s Journey to God DESCRIPTION:“The Wizard of Oz” tells the story of Dorothy and her trusty canine companion Toto who\, along with their house\, were whisked away by a passing cyclone to the magical Land of Oz. Along the way\, Dorothy and her party of friends fought against the temptation of the dark side as they journeyed the Yellow Brick Road in search of the Wizard of Oz—who she was told would help her get back home. From start to finish\, “The Wizard of Oz” tells the story of humanity’s struggle against the dark forces of the world\, the journey of the soul\, and what humanity must achieve to advance spiritually and return to God\, the Source. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/wizard-of-oz-struggles-in-the-souls-journey-to-god/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230609T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230612T235959 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20220810T141422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T201602Z UID:10000030-1686268800-1686614399@franfed.org SUMMARY:Annual Federation Conference DESCRIPTION:Last year’s theme\, Hearts on Fire: Journeying Together has prepared us to move outward to welcome many more into the Franciscan Federation fold. This year we will focus on the inclusivity we seek to realize with the theme\, Awaken Joy: There’s Room for You in the Crib. Leaning on the importance of the Franciscan Tradition’s foundation in incarnational spirituality\, we will collectively explore the concept of inclusivity. Specifically\, how the Federation can become a more inclusive and welcoming space for all who identify as Franciscan\, with a particular focus on racial diversity. This will all be within the context of celebrating the 800th anniversary of Greccio\, where Francis was credited with creating the first living nativity in 1223. \n\n\n\n\nInformation and Registration URL:https://franfed.org/event/annual-federation-conference/ LOCATION:Sheraton Westport Chalet Hotel\, 191 Westport Plaza Drive\, St. Louis\, Missouri\, 63146\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://franfed.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/AJ23__Landscape_Blue_Stacked-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230602T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230613T235959 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230118T133233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230118T133235Z UID:10000061-1685664000-1686700799@franfed.org SUMMARY:Origins of Franciscan Spirituality. A Study Tourgrimage (Part B) DESCRIPTION:A 12-day travel seminar visiting significant spiritual and historical Franciscan sites (Rome\, Assisi\, La Verna\, Rieti Valley). Daily tours provide participants with an opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Francis\, Clare\, and many more Franciscans.Part A (May 2023) will provide asynchronous material on Franciscan spirituality\, hagiography\, mysticism\, and the Franciscan-Clarian priorities to enrich the Tourgimage experience.Sponsored by the John Duns Scotus Chair of Franciscan Spirituality of the Catholic Theological Union. \n\n\n\nFor more information or clarification\, write to Gilberto Cavazos-G at jdscotus@ctu.edu.You need to take Part A in order to go on the Tourgrimage (Part B). You can also take Part A without going on the trip. The cost for Part A is $338 (audit cost) or $1\,452 (for 1.5 credits) \n\n\n\n\nApply Online URL:https://franfed.org/event/origins-of-franciscan-spirituality-a-study-tourgrimage-part-b/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230524T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230505T195151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T195154Z UID:10000080-1684958400-1684960200@franfed.org SUMMARY:AFC Advent Series DESCRIPTION:In keeping with the Greccio inspired theme of AFC\, Awaken Joy: There’s Room for You in the Crib\, the Planning Committee will be hosting an AFC Advent. Please join us for four Wednesday evenings in May to pray together—whether you will be attending AFC or not\, all are welcome!  In collaboration with Franciscan Media\, this four-part prayer series will consist of a weekly\, half-hour\, prayer and sharing experience. Sessions will be held May 3\, 10\, 17\, and 24 at 8 PM Eastern\, 7 PM Central\, 6 PM Mountain\, 5 PM Pacific. All participants will receive a 20% discount code on St. Anthony Messenger magazine\, and a 25% discount code for any book in Franciscan Media’s online store. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/afc-advent-series-3/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://franfed.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/AFC-Advent-Series.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230419T164855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T164857Z UID:10000074-1684866600-1684873800@franfed.org SUMMARY:Hope for the Earth\, Hope for Humanity prayer service DESCRIPTION:Laudato Si’ Week Prayer Service “Hope for the Earth\, Hope for Humanity”Join us in spirit on the eve of the eighth anniversary of Laudato Si’\, the encyclical by Pope Francis on the cry of the Earth and the cry of the poor. With hope in our hearts\, we will reflect on both our planet and its people during a prayer service entitled\, Hope for the Earth\, Hope for Humanity. We welcome all to participate via Zoom. \n\n\n\nFranciscans For Earth is sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Their free\, monthly\, Eco-Film & Speaker Series was created to educate\, advocate and collaborate on behalf of Our Common Home and all of its inhabitants. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/hope-for-the-earth-hope-for-humanity-prayer-service/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230522T200000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230511T194751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T194753Z UID:10000082-1684782000-1684785600@franfed.org SUMMARY:Pre-AFC Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:In preparation for AFC\, representatives from the Board will be presenting information on the Board Restructuring process with membership. Their presentation will be offered at two different sessions. The meetings will be hosted by the Commission for Member Engagement\, who will provide prayer for our time together. Meetings will take place on Friday\, May 19th at 4 pm Eastern and May 22nd at 7 pm Eastern. Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nMay 19th Registration\n\n\n\nMay 22nd Registration URL:https://franfed.org/event/pre-afc-membership-meeting-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230520T113000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230417T193849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T193851Z UID:10000072-1684575000-1684582200@franfed.org SUMMARY:Laudato Si' Spirituality: Challenges and Opportunities DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore Pope Francis’s call to integrate integral ecology into our daily lives and heal God’s creation. We will learn how the Sisters of Charity from Nazareth\, Kentucky\, are navigating through these challenges and striving to serve their mission to care for Earth\, as well as share our own stories of how we are deepening our spiritual commitment to live in a way that holds all of life as sacred.” \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/laudato-si-spirituality-challenges-and-opportunities/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230519T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T160000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230419T165437Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230419T165440Z UID:10000076-1684522800-1684598400@franfed.org SUMMARY:Nourish Your Soul: A Retreat for Caregivers & Those Working in Healthcare at Prairiewoods DESCRIPTION:While healthcare systems\, structures and technologies are evolving frantically\, the people delivering care in hospitals\, clinics\, nursing homes and other settings remain the bedrock of healthcare. Many of these caregivers are depleted and running on empty. There is no more to give. During this overnight retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha)\, Leslie Schwarting will guide us to honor the journey of caregiving and explore spiritual and psychological practices for caregivers to find restoration. Research reflects that three core domains can restore and support individuals when integrated. In this retreat\, we will explore these domains from a spiritual perspective: Coping and Control\, Sense of Purpose and Human Connection. Join other caregivers for a retreat to nourish your soul. The cost of this overnight retreat is $200 and includes sessions\, Friday night lodging\, and Saturday breakfast and lunch. The commuter fee is $150 and includes sessions and Saturday lunch. For more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/nourish-your-soul-a-retreat-for-caregivers-those-working-in-healthcare-at-prairiewoods/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T170000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230511T194613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T194614Z UID:10000081-1684512000-1684515600@franfed.org SUMMARY:Pre-AFC Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:In preparation for AFC\, representatives from the Board will be presenting information on the Board Restructuring process with membership. Their presentation will be offered at two different sessions. The meetings will be hosted by the Commission for Member Engagement\, who will provide prayer for our time together. Meetings will take place on Friday\, May 19th at 4 pm Eastern and May 22nd at 7 pm Eastern. Registration is required. \n\n\n\n\nMay 19th Registration\n\n\n\nMay 22nd Registration URL:https://franfed.org/event/pre-afc-membership-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230517T203000 DTSTAMP:20260523T130509 CREATED:20230505T195120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T195121Z UID:10000079-1684353600-1684355400@franfed.org SUMMARY:AFC Advent Series DESCRIPTION:In keeping with the Greccio inspired theme of AFC\, Awaken Joy: There’s Room for You in the Crib\, the Planning Committee will be hosting an AFC Advent. Please join us for four Wednesday evenings in May to pray together—whether you will be attending AFC or not\, all are welcome!  In collaboration with Franciscan Media\, this four-part prayer series will consist of a weekly\, half-hour\, prayer and sharing experience. Sessions will be held May 3\, 10\, 17\, and 24 at 8 PM Eastern\, 7 PM Central\, 6 PM Mountain\, 5 PM Pacific. All participants will receive a 20% discount code on St. Anthony Messenger magazine\, and a 25% discount code for any book in Franciscan Media’s online store. \n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://franfed.org/event/afc-advent-series-2/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://franfed.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/AFC-Advent-Series.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR