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SUMMARY:FAN “Working for Environmental Justice” Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for Franciscan Action Network’s next installment of the Fall 2024 “Working for Environmental Justice” webinar series on Tuesday\, Nov. 19 at 7 pm ET/4 pm PT on “Cicero\, IL: Underwater and Under Pressure.” We will listen to and uplift local activists Delia Barajas\, Carmen Jimenez\, and Sasha Adkins. FAN staff will facilitate this dialogue\, have a Q/A session\, and finish with an action opportunity for you to take; you won’t want to miss it! This is event is brought to you in partnership with The Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia and Franciscan Federation. Click here to register for the virtual event.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/fan-working-for-environmental-justice-webinar-series/
LOCATION:IN
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T104500
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talks — Franciscan Spirituality: Alive Today
DESCRIPTION:Monthly coffee talks at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. \n\n\n\nWith Fr. Frank Jasper\, OFM\, Pastor. \n\n\n\nDiscover Franciscan Spirituality\, designed to ignite your passion for life and awaken your senses to the richness of the present moment. Join us on a journey of discovery as we explore the basic concepts of the Franciscan approach to spirituality and unveil how they resonate with your everyday existence. Discover how these principles can breathe new life into your daily routines and relationships\, empowering you to live with greater purpose\, compassion\, and joy. Whether you’re a seasoned seeker or new to the path of spiritual exploration\, come for inspiration to energize and uplift your soul.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/coffee-talks-6/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Oldenburg Franciscan Center":MAILTO:center@oldenburgosf.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T113000
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SUMMARY:“Stories from the Rez”
DESCRIPTION:Sisters Marya & Mary Ann reflect on their years of living and ministering among the Northern Cheyenne and Crow (Apsáalooke) peoples of Montana. We hope to help you grow in understanding and appreciation of our Native Sisters and Brothers by sharing a little bit of history\, a lot of real life and some insights into the future. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html \n\n\n\n(812)933-6437 \n\n\n\ncenter @oldenburgosf.com
URL:https://franfed.org/event/stories-from-the-rez/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Oldenburg Franciscan Center":MAILTO:center@oldenburgosf.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241115T160000
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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. 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! (In person Only)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/a-day-of-quiet-renewal-9/2024-11-15/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T120000
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SUMMARY:Franciscan Spirituality Program
DESCRIPTION:Explore Franciscan Spirituality during this insightful monthly program focused on the life of St. Clare of Assisi. It is offered by the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart\, 9201 W. St. Francis Road\, Frankfort\, IL\, in their motherhouse auditorium on the second Wednesday morning of each month\, Sept.-May\, excluding January. For more information\, see https://fssh.net/event/15601278-2024-09-11-franciscan-spirituality-program/. \n\n\n\nParticipants will need to purchase Light of Assisi: The Story of Saint Clare by Margaret Carney\, OSF.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/franciscan-spirituality-program/2024-11-13/
LOCATION:Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart Motherhouse\, 9201 W St. Francis Road\, Frankfort\, IL\, 60423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T203000
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CREATED:20241105T180255Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: "Ecosophia: Ecological Wisdom"
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join the Sisters and other Franciscans For Earth on Tuesday\, November 12\, 2024\, at 6:30 pm Central via Zoom\, for a free screening and discussion of the film “Ecosophia: Ecological Wisdom.”According to the Bullfrog Films website\, this 2023 documentary by Australian filmmaker Peter Charles Downey is a collection of thoughts as “some of the wisest ecological minds come together for an honest appraisal of our civilization without greenwash.” Ecosophia—a term first used by French philosopher Félix Guttari and deep ecologist Arne Naess—means ecological wisdom. ECOSOPHIA explores the interrelationship between energy\, the economy\, resources\, population\, psychology\, spirituality\, the biosphere\, the limits to growth and climate change in an honest appraisal of our civilization and sustainability.A simpler world is coming\, and what’s needed is as much a spiritual revolution as a physical one. Footage of environmental calamity\, natural wonder\, and urban sprawl illustrate the scientific analysis and philosophical insights of a host of featured interviewees including: Prof Tim Barrett\, Stephen Jenkinson\, B. Sid Smith\, Prof William Rees\, Prof Ian Lowe\, Morag Gamble\, Helena Norberg-Hodge\, Prof Stuart Hill\, Prof Will Steffen\, Prof John Gowdy\, Prof William Ophuls\, Bobbi Allan\, Alnoor Ladha\, Whaia Whaea\, Mindahi Bastida\, Rocky Dawuni\, Victor Pires and Randy Hayes.Registration Information:https://franciscansisters-olph.org/events/nov-12-2024_ecosophia-ecological-wisdom/
URL:https://franfed.org/event/5390/
LOCATION:IN
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SUMMARY:The Cup of Our Life Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:How do you find your cup of life these days? Empty? Overflowing? Somewhere in between?  \n\n\n\nCups come in all colors\, styles and sizes\, and we invite you to bring a favorite cup from home as we learn together and experience what it might be like to take time to refill our own cup of life. Focusing on themes found within Joyce Rupp’s book The Cup of our Life: A Guide for Spiritual Growth and using a combination of mediums like journaling\, labyrinth walking\, artistic expression and conversation\, our hope is that you will leave this retreat more aware of who you are and how you might find refreshment in your daily journey.  \n\n\n\nParticipants in this overnight retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawtha) will experience a renewed appreciation for the ups and downs of life and head home with tools and tips of renewal to carry on the practice of filling their own cups. If you spend time in your daily routine caring for others\, this retreat will benefit you! This would also be a great gift to the caretakers in your life for a chance to get away and be renewed!  \n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator\n\n\n\nPastor Amy Eisenmann currently serves as the pastor at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Cedar Falls. Having served in congregations in North Dakota\, South Dakota and Minnesota\, Pastor Amy has a heart for the people of the Midwest and leading retreats and doing outdoor ministry. In her free time\, she enjoys playing with her one-year-old Cavachon puppy\, Adalee; playing guitar; writing poetry and drinking good coffee.  \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThe cost of this overnight retreat is $175 and includes sessions\, Saturday night lodging\, Saturday lunch and dinner\, and Sunday breakfast. The commuter fee is $95 and includes sessions and Saturday lunch and dinner. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/the-cup-of-our-life-retreat-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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SUMMARY:Pathways of Peace: Food as Relationship—Winter Table Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:As we enter into the colder months\, the earth retreats and rests to prepare for a new cycle. We\, too\, need this time of restoration. And while much of the land and its inhabitants slumber\, a few crops including resilient greens (e.g.\, kale\, spinach\, arugula) and root vegetables (e.g.\, turnips\, beets and parsnips) thrive in the cooler temperatures\, assuring a continued abundance of nourishing foods.  \n\n\n\nGuided by mystics\, poets and saints\, let’s gather around the table and explore how these winter foods are grown\, ways in which our food choices can support a healthy outlook on winter\, and how eating foods grown locally provides an opportunity to foster peace at personal\, community and global levels. Come reflect on new ways of connecting with how food is grown and why this matters for personal and planetary health.  \n\n\n\nAbout the facilitators\n\n\n\nThis overnight retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) will be facilitated by Christina Campbell and Ann Jackson\, PBVM.  \n\n\n\nChristina Campbell\n\n\n\nAssociate Professor in Food Science and Nutrition at Iowa State University and Registered Dietitian Christina Campbell researches prenatal lifestyle choices on the health of mothers and children and the intersection of food and peace. She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in medical nutrition therapy\, reducing consumer food waste\, the US food system and sustainable diets.  \n\n\n\nAnn Jackson\n\n\n\nPrairiewoods Coordinator of Spiritual Services Ann Jackson\, PBVM\, blends eco-spirituality\, literature\, and leadership in service to individual spiritual direction and group facilitation. Ann delights in listening with others to the energy of Spirit stirring creativity\, passion\, discernment and service.  \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThe cost of this overnight retreat is $175 and includes presentations\, Friday lodging\, and Saturday breakfast and lunch. The commuter fee is $95 and includes presentations and Saturday lunch. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/pathways-of-peace-food-as-relationship-winter-table-retreat-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241106T153000
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SUMMARY:Contemplative Prayer
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome! \n\n\n\nMore information\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html \n\n\n\n(812)933-6437 \n\n\n\ncenter @oldenburgosf.com
URL:https://franfed.org/event/contemplative-prayer/2024-11-06/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Oldenburg Franciscan Center":MAILTO:center@oldenburgosf.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241101T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241103T133000
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SUMMARY:Silent Mindfulness Meditation Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
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) cultivating mindfulness in silence through sitting meditation\, walking meditation\, mindful movement and mindful eating with time for instructions\, questions and discussion. 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 $255 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 Page: https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=24PGR25434
URL:https://franfed.org/event/silent-mindfulness-meditation-retreat-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241025T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T130000
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SUMMARY:Cultivating Love & Trust in Times of Change Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Change is rumbling in the ground beneath our feet. Growing conflicts\, major elections and shifting weather patterns—as well as turns in our personal lives—all remind us that we are living in stormy transformative times of uncertainty. We need one another in new ways\, and we need renewed capacities for love and trust.  \n\n\n\nThis weekend retreat with author Karen Hering is for all who wish to gather on the cusp of change to deepen our understandings and practices of giving and receiving a liberating love\, of becoming trustworthy and trusting others\, and of gaining skills to strengthen and sustain relationships we can rely on in the midst of change. We’ll draw from the wisdom of bell hooks\, James Baldwin\, Sharon Salzberg and others\, engaging guided reflection with writing\, silence\, conversation and embodied practices.  \n\n\n\nLed by Karen Hering\, author of Trusting Change and facilitator of Threshold Times on Substack\, the retreat will offer an experience and exploration of joy\, creativity\, love and trust.  \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThe cost of this weekend retreat is $255 and includes presentations\, Friday and Saturday lodging\, and Saturday breakfast through Sunday lunch. The commuter fee is $180 and includes presentations\, Saturday lunch and dinner\, and Sunday lunch. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/cultivating-love-trust-in-times-of-change-retreat-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241012T160000
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SUMMARY:October Virtual Listening & Learning Session
DESCRIPTION:In 2024 the Franciscan Federation is engaging in A Year of Listening & Learning to offer members the opportunity to voice their aspirations and desires for the Federation. As the Transformation Process comes to completion\, the National Board and Staff view the input of our members as vital to the ongoing growth and development of the Federation. In addition\, hear the keynote address of Michael Perry\, OFM who encourages the work of organizational transformation from a Franciscan perspective! \n\n\n\n\n Register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/october-virtual-listening-learning-session/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065113
CREATED:20240509T183335Z
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SUMMARY:Core Values of Sts. Francis and Clare: An 8-Day Dual-Track Silent Retreat
DESCRIPTION:This Silent Centering Prayer (Intensive/Post Intensive) Retreat provides an opportunity to deepen your established Centering Prayer practice in an atmosphere of silence and community\, away from the busyness of daily life\, with a focus on Franciscan values. It will allow your mind\, body\, and spirit to surrender to God’s presence and action. Before attending the retreat\, you should have an established daily practice of Centering Prayer for at least six months. For those new to an 8-day retreat\, there will be videos from the Thomas Keating “Spiritual Journey” video series. Except for opening and closing times\, silence will be observed throughout the retreat\, including at meals. All the readings used during the retreat will be from St. Francis\, St. Clare\, and other Franciscan sources. \n\n\n\nJeannine Kosman has been a practitioner of Centering Prayer for over twenty years and a Dubuque Franciscan Associate since 2018. Before retirement\, she served as a training professional and executive coach. She completed the PrairieFire Spiritual Director training program in 2015. Jeannine now serves as a spiritual director and retreat facilitator. She resides in Bondurant\, IA. \n\n\n\nKathy Reardon retired in 2020 from the Des Moines Pastoral Counseling Center\, where she worked as a spiritual director\, holistic nurse\, and Healing Touch Practitioner for twenty years. Kathy participated in creating and implementing PrairieFire\, a two-year spiritual formation program with an optional practicum year for training as a spiritual director. She received a certificate in spiritual direction in 1999 and has been commissioned to teach the Christian practice of silence\, known as Centering Prayer\, since 2004. Kathy continues to provide spiritual direction and supervise persons training to become spiritual directors. She became a Dubuque Franciscan Associate in 2023. She resides in Des Moines\, IA. \n\n\n\nKathleen Schiltz has been a practitioner of Centering Prayer since 2009 and a Dubuque Franciscan Associate since 1991. She was a teacher\, director of religious education\, and a school counselor. After she retired\, she completed the PrairieFire spiritual direction training program in 2017. Besides hosting day-long or weekend retreats\, she also loves participating in them. She resides in Des Moines\, IA. \n\n\n\nMary Jo Pfeifer Wulf retired from her career in Mental Health Counseling with Catholic Charities in 2018. Mary Jo has been practicing Centering Prayer since 2007. She is a spiritual director and retreat facilitator. She has been a Franciscan Associate with the Dubuque Franciscans since 2014. She completed the PrairieFire spiritual director training program in 2015. Mary Jo loves to host Center Prayer Silent Saturdays\, Silent Weekends\, and now an 8-day retreat through Contemplative Outreach of Central Iowa. She resides in Ames\, IA. \n\n\n\nOvernight Cost: $900; register on or before July 1\, 2024\, and receive a 5% discount on the full price.** (No commuters.)A $75 non-refundable deposit is required. \n\n\n\nDATE AND TIME DETAILS:Thursday\, October 10-Friday\, October 18Arrive between 3:00 and 4:30 pm; supper is served at 5:00 pm.The final session will conclude with a communal lunch at noon on Friday\, October 18. Depart at 1:00 pm\, following the meal. \n\n\n\nPlease register online at shalomretreats.org or by calling 563.582.3592 by Friday\, September 20.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/core-values-of-sts-francis-and-clare-an-8-day-dual-track-silent-retreat/
LOCATION:Shalom Spirituality Center\, 1001 Davis Street\, Dubuque\, Iowa\, 52001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065113
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SUMMARY:Franciscan Spirituality Program
DESCRIPTION:Explore Franciscan Spirituality during this insightful monthly program focused on the life of St. Clare of Assisi. It is offered by the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart\, 9201 W. St. Francis Road\, Frankfort\, IL\, in their motherhouse auditorium on the second Wednesday morning of each month\, Sept.-May\, excluding January. For more information\, see https://fssh.net/event/15601278-2024-09-11-franciscan-spirituality-program/. \n\n\n\nParticipants will need to purchase Light of Assisi: The Story of Saint Clare by Margaret Carney\, OSF.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/franciscan-spirituality-program/2024-10-09/
LOCATION:Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart Motherhouse\, 9201 W St. Francis Road\, Frankfort\, IL\, 60423\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T130000
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SUMMARY:The Power of Silence: October Silent Directed Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
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 participated in a Silent Directed Retreat\, we welcome you back. If you’ve never participated in a retreat like this\, we invite you to consider this question: What’s the deepest silence you’ve ever known?  \n\n\n\nSilent Directed Retreats offer opportunities to enter into deep silence to sense what it feels like to awaken a quiet and palpable connection with the Source of All Being. Each day you will receive ongoing direction as you and a professionally-trained spiritual director intentionally listen to the movement of the Source of All Being in your heart. \n\n\n\n Silence assists you to get in touch with feelings\, thoughts and actions as you reflect\, meditate\, pray and rest. Silence deepens the capacity to discern\, notice\, sense the movement of the Source of All Being within the whole of your life. Sharing with a professional may bring you clarity\, deepen your commitment and accountability to the direction of your life\, and offer insight into that direction.  \n\n\n\nAt Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha)\, we try to hold any outside stimulation to a minimum so that everything—the silence\, solitude\, reflective activities\, meals\, etc.—supports your journey within. A daily centering practice is offered. Optional reflective activities such as artwork\, yoga and singing bowl meditation are available throughout the week. Even meals are eaten reflectively in silence. Each day supports your individual needs. Stroll woods and prairie. Sense sunset quietly turn to dusk. Journal or read\, if you choose. Nap. Engage in yoga\, art expression\, meditation. Notice how food nourishes your capacity for silence. Explore holding the silence with creation all around you: humans\, stone\, tree\, pond\, squirrel\, deer\, turkey\, star\, moon\, dawn\, dusk … Is the silence simply the absence of noise? Or is it also a presence unto itself? See for yourself!  \n\n\n\nCome re-establish and remember the deep connection we share with all of Creation as we listen together to the GREAT SILENCE. Take time to rest in silence\, to sense its wisdom\, to know its fullness as it offers you life.  \n\n\n\nAuthor Carolyn Myss assures: “The soul always knows what to do to heal itself. The challenge is to silence the mind." This retreat will be facilitated by Cindy Dunn; Eric Evans; Ann Jackson\, PBVM; Leslie Schwarting; and Lucille Winnike\, FSPA. The cost is $525 and includes lodging\, meals and spiritual direction. Partial scholarships are available. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nFor more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/the-power-of-silence-october-silent-directed-retreat-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241006T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240806T194846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T194849Z
UID:10000199-1728223200-1728230400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Season of Creation Celebration with Blessing of Pets and Gifts of Creation
DESCRIPTION:Gather with the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart for a Blessing of Pets and Gifts of Creation at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday\, Oct. 6\, 2024. The event will be held outside in front of the Motherhouse lobby at St. Francis Woods\, 9201 W. St. Francis Road\, Frankfort. Pets of all kinds (on a leash or in a carrier) are welcome. Attendees can also bring special plants\, seeds\, stones\, seashells and any item made from Earth’s resources that they would like blessed. \n\n\n\nNo registration required.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/season-of-creation-celebration-with-blessing-of-pets-and-gifts-of-creation/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240624T214231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T214237Z
UID:10000165-1728211500-1728216000@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Coffee Talks — The Power of Slowing
DESCRIPTION:Monthly coffee talks at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. \n\n\n\nWith Mary Waskewich\, Spiritual Director.  \n\n\n\nEmbark on a transformative journey into the wilds of your soul with “Wisdom of Wilderness” inspired by Gerald G. May. Experience profound healing and self-discovery as you surrender to Nature’s grace and the guiding presence of the Divine. Embrace vulnerability\, encounter the untamed truth of your being\, and find unity with the world in this empowering exploration of self and spirit.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/coffee-talks-5/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Oldenburg Franciscan Center":MAILTO:center@oldenburgosf.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T143000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240625T140320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T140324Z
UID:10000173-1728120600-1728138600@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Francis\, Clare & Bonaventure: Repairing Person & Planet
DESCRIPTION:Our world and ourselves are in need of great healing. What we are doing is not working. We need a new way of looking at things\, a new paradigm. This “new” paradigm might very well be an old one grounded in the ancient mystical wisdom of Franciscan Spirituality – the spirituality found in Francis of Assisi\, Claire\, and Bonaventure. A spirituality where the personal journey is joined to personal commitment toward healing ourselves\, our homes\, the world and the cosmos through loyalty\, stewardship\, and love. Come learn what it means to be entangled with the world’s well-being! \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html \n\n\n\n(812)933-6437 \n\n\n\ncenter @oldenburgosf.com
URL:https://franfed.org/event/francis-clare-bonaventure-repairing-person-planet/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Oldenburg Franciscan Center":MAILTO:center@oldenburgosf.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240624T211846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T221601Z
UID:10000158-1728032400-1728057600@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. 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! (In person Only)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/a-day-of-quiet-renewal-9/2024-10-04/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240625T141318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T004542Z
UID:10000179-1727877600-1727883000@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Contemplative Prayer
DESCRIPTION: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 welcome! \n\n\n\nMore information\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html \n\n\n\n(812)933-6437 \n\n\n\ncenter @oldenburgosf.com
URL:https://franfed.org/event/contemplative-prayer/2024-10-02/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Oldenburg Franciscan Center":MAILTO:center@oldenburgosf.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240624T204905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T204912Z
UID:10000150-1727460000-1727607600@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Digital Detox: An Unplugged Experience at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Depending on the data source\, Americans spend between 4–7 HOURS daily on their phones. This doesn’t account for time in front of computers and other devices. We invite you to cut the cord for a weekend.  \n\n\n\nReconnect to your inner thoughts and your Divine Nature. Join facilitator Leslie Schwarting and others in peaceful silence at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) for an unscheduled weekend of quiet. Walk the trails\, read\, be creative\, spend time on the labyrinth and participate in optional Spiritual Direction sessions. We invite you to see what emerges from a dedicated time of silence and reflection.  \n\n\n\nAbout Leslie Schwarting\n\n\n\nLeslie serves as a full-time spiritual director and retreat facilitator at Prairiewoods. A wife\, mother of three adult women and former hospital executive\, Leslie completed her spiritual direction certification with the direct intention to tend to the souls of others on this journey of life. Leslie has extensive experience in leading large teams\, developing organizational engagement strategies\, improving processes and most importantly to Leslie\, connecting deeply to those around her. She loves to create space for her directees and support them as they explore what their hearts crave\, identify where opportunities for healing are\, contemplate the rich questions of our lives\, and grow closer to God\, the Earth\, oneself and others. She is innately curious\, loves reading\, silence\, spending time with her family\, being outdoors\, traveling\, singing in her car while commuting\, trying new things and meeting new people.  \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThe cost of this weekend retreat is $255 and includes lodging\, all Saturday meals and Sunday breakfast. Lodgers only\, please. \n\n\n\nFor more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/digital-detox-an-unplugged-experience-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240925T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240624T204423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T205207Z
UID:10000149-1727254800-1727442000@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Ecological Spirituality: New Horizons for the 21st Century Retreat at Prairiewoods (hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:9 am. – 1 p.m. each day. Come spend the mornings with us as we welcome Diarmuid O’Murchu online from Ireland. Spend the afternoon and evenings in reflection at Prairiewoods or in your own home.  \n\n\n\nMost of us are not aware of the fact that we live within the context of a world-view (a way of being in the world and understanding it). Thanks to new scientific insights of the 20th century\, our sense of the world has expanded enormously.  \n\n\n\nFor over 50 years now\, we have been inspired by geologian Thomas Berry and others on the pioneering work of the New Universe Story. How to ground that vision—ecologically and spiritually—remains a formidable challenge\, the aspects of which will be explored in this retreat/workshop.  \n\n\n\nCome spend the mornings with us as we welcome Diarmuid O’Murchu online from Ireland. Spend the afternoon and evenings in reflection at Prairiewoods or in your own home.  \n\n\n\nAbout Diarmuid O’Murchu\n\n\n\nDiarmuid O’Murchu\, a member of the Sacred Heart Missionary Order and a graduate of Trinity College in Dublin\, Ireland\, is a social psychologist whose early working life had been in social ministry\, predominantly in London. A long-time friend of Prairiewoods\, in his more recent years\, he has worked as a workshop leader and group facilitator\, conducting programs on Adult Faith Development across several countries. He is a widely read author\, whose many books have long resided on the shelves and in the hands of Prairiewoods guests. Now as a retired missionary\, he lives in Dublin. For more information\, visit www.diarmuidomurchu.com or read his latest book\, Ecological Spirituality. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThe author will attend via Zoom\, and participants are invited to join in person or via Zoom.  \n\n\n\n\nThe in-person cost is $230 and includes Wednesday and Thursday lodging and Wednesday lunch through Friday lunch. \n\n\n\nThe commuter fee is $150 and includes three morning presentations and daily lunch. \n\n\n\nThe online only fee is $100 and includes three morning presentations.\n\n\n\n\nFor more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/ecological-spirituality-new-horizons-for-the-21st-century-retreat-at-prairiewoods-hybrid/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Virtual Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240229T151523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T151541Z
UID:10000128-1726912800-1727010000@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Listening & Learning Session
DESCRIPTION:In 2024 the Franciscan Federation is engaging in A Year of Listening & Learning to offer members the opportunity to voice their aspirations and desires for the Federation. As the Transformation Process comes to completion\, the National Board and Staff view the input of our members as vital to the ongoing growth and development of the Federation. In addition\, hear the keynote address of Michael Perry\, OFM who encourages the work of organizational transformation from a Franciscan perspective! \n\n\n\nDate of future virtual session: \n\n\n\n\nVirtual Session October 12th \n\n\n\n\nAll registrations are open. \n\n\n\n\n Register
URL:https://franfed.org/event/wisconsin-listening-learning-session/
LOCATION:Siena Retreat Center\, 5637 Erie Street\, Racine\, WI\, 53402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Member Engagement
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240921T113000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240625T135954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T135958Z
UID:10000172-1726911000-1726918200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:People on the Move: Experience the Waiting and Scripture Says…
DESCRIPTION:Our neighbors on the move spark heated debate\, yet factual understanding often lags. This session delves into complex processes and debunks myths like “Why don’t they get in line?” We’ll explore historical context\, values shaping laws\, and how scripture challenges us to be catalysts for policies rooted in our faith. \n\n\n\nMore information\n\n\n\n\nhttps://www.oldenburgfranciscancenter.org/programs.html \n\n\n\n(812)933-6437 \n\n\n\ncenter @oldenburgosf.com
URL:https://franfed.org/event/people-on-the-move-experience-the-waiting-and-scripture-says/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Oldenburg Franciscan Center":MAILTO:center@oldenburgosf.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240712T191400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T191433Z
UID:10000193-1726684200-1726689600@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Peaceful Energy for Renewing the Earth (hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:In this talk via Zoom and in person at select locations\, Dr. Erin Lothes will highlight the critical importance for transitioning rapidly to renewable\, peaceful energy and explore energy justice. She will provide a theological framework for caring for our common home\, Earth\, with insights and resources from Laudato Si’ and other aspects of the Christian tradition. Dr. Lothes will share practical ways to engage communities in this great work as they call for change.  \n\n\n\nErin Lothes\, PhD\, is a Catholic theologian and author of Inspired Sustainability: Planting Seeds for Action (Orbis\, 2016) and The Paradox of Christian Sacrifice: The Loss of Self\, The Gift of Self (Herder and Herder\, 2007)\, as well as many articles on faith-based environmentalism\, divestment and energy ethics. Dr. Lothes was an associate professor of theology for ten years and is now senior manager of the Laudato Si’ Animators Program with the Laudato Si’ Movement. She has been a long-time collaborator with many faith-based environmental coalitions\, such as the Catholic Climate Covenant\, GreenFaith\, the Forum on Religion and Ecology at Yale\, and the Center for Earth Ethics at Union Theological Seminary\, where she is presently a visiting scholar. Most recently\, she has written a commentary to introduce the Orbis Books paper publication of Pope Francis's apostolic exhortation Laudate Deum.  \n\n\n\nThis is a program of the Tri-State Network\, a coalition of congregations of women religious in Illinois\, Iowa and Wisconsin who focus on peace\, justice and spirituality. It will be offered virtually over Zoom\, with in-person gatherings to watch and discuss together at Benet House Retreat Center (Rock Island\, Illinois) and Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center (Hiawatha\, Iowa). The cost is $10 per person. For more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/peaceful-energy-for-renewing-the-earth-hybrid/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240806T194648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T194652Z
UID:10000198-1726416000-1726423200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:800th  Anniversary Celebration of the Stigmata of St. Francis of Assisi
DESCRIPTION:Through meditation and song\, the Franciscan Sisters of the Sacred Heart in Frankfort\, Illinois\, will celebrate the 800th Anniversary of the Stigmata of St. Francis of Assisi on Sunday\, September 15\, 2024\, at 4:00 p.m. The celebration will be held in Queen of Angels Chapel at the motherhouse of the Franciscan Sisters\, 9201 W St. Francis Road. Those attending are welcome to stroll the grounds of St. Francis Woods before or after this free event. No registration is necessary. \n\n\n\nNo registration required.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/800th-anniversary-celebration-of-the-stigmata-of-st-francis-of-assisi/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240806T194400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T194408Z
UID:10000197-1726165800-1726336800@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Marked with the Wounds of Christ
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of the eighth centenary of St. Francis of Assisi’s reception of the stigmata on Mount La Verna\, Franciscan University of Steubenville and Saint Francis University will host a weekend-long academic conference on the topic of this historic event. The conference will feature talks by leading Franciscan scholars\, sacred liturgies\, and musical performances. \n\n\n\nStigmata has been the focus of much academic discussion and popular fascination since St. Francis of Assisi became the first to miraculously receive the wounds of Christ. Conference presenters will examine the evidence for St. Francis’ stigmata\, its legacy in the history of the Franciscan order and the life of the Church\, and its implications for Christian theology\, philosophy\, and anthropology. \n\n\n\nConference information and registration page:https://franciscan.edu/marked-with-the-wounds-of-christ/ \n\n\n\nInformational Postcard:https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:e02f2c52-029b-46dc-8fe9-ce52eb164858
URL:https://franfed.org/event/marked-with-the-wounds-of-christ/
LOCATION:IN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240730T164959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T165009Z
UID:10000196-1725993000-1726000200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Food\, Inc. 2
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join the Sisters and other Franciscans For Earth on Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024\, at 6:30 pm Central via Zoom\, for a free screening of the film “Food\, Inc. 2.”As the name suggests\, Magnolia Pictures’ Food\, Inc. 2\, is the 2024 sequel to the 2008 Oscar®-nominated film (and one of our former FFE Eco-Series documentaries) Food\, Inc. According to www.rocofilms.com\, the original groundbreaking documentary ignited a conversation about the multinational corporations that control food systems at enormous cost to our planet\, workforce\, and health. Food\, Inc. 2 comes “back for seconds” to reveal how corporate consolidation has gone unchecked by our government. An efficient\, yet shockingly vulnerable food system now exists\, dedicated only to increasing profits. This consolidated power leads to exploited laborers\, a degraded environment\, less healthy food\, and a dysfunctionaly supply chain.According to the film’s participant site\, a handfull of companies control almost every category of food and exert their power over our government\, the workforce and the consumer:• 85% of beef processing is controlled by 4 companies• 83% of cold cereal industry is dominated by 3 companies• 70% of the carbonated soft drink market is controlled by 2 companies• 80% of the baby formula market is controlled by 2 companiesSeeking solutions\, the film introduces innovative farmers\, food producers\, workers’ rights activists\, and prominent legislators such as U.S. Senators Cory Booker and Jon Tester\, who are facing these companies head-on and fighting to create a more sustainable future. \n\n\n\nRegister: www.fsolph.org/events/
URL:https://franfed.org/event/food-inc-2/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T203000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240712T194549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T194554Z
UID:10000194-1725993000-1726000200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:“Food\, Inc. 2” Screening
DESCRIPTION:Register today to join the Sisters and other Franciscans For Earth on Tuesday\, September 10\, 2024\, at 6:30 pm Central via Zoom\, for a free screening of the film “Food\, Inc. 2.”  \n\n\n\nAs the name suggests\, Magnolia Pictures’ Food\, Inc. 2\, is the 2024 sequel to the 2008 Oscar®-nominated film (and one of our former FFE Eco-Series documentaries) Food\, Inc. According to www.rocofilms.com\, the original groundbreaking documentary ignited a conversation about the multinational corporations that control food systems at enormous cost to our planet\, workforce\, and health.  \n\n\n\nFood\, Inc. 2 comes “back for seconds” to reveal how corporate consolidation has gone unchecked by our government. An efficient\, yet shockingly vulnerable food system now exists\, dedicated only to increasing profits. This consolidated power leads to exploited laborers\, a degraded environment\, less healthy food\, and a dysfunctionaly supply chain. According to the film’s participant site\, a handfull of companies control almost every category of food and exert their power over our government\, the workforce and the consumer: \n\n\n\n\n85% of beef processing is controlled by 4 companies\n\n\n\n83% of cold cereal industry is dominated by 3 companies\n\n\n\n70% of the carbonated soft drink market is controlled by 2 companies\n\n\n\n80% of the baby formula market is controlled by 2 companies \n\n\n\n\nSeeking solutions\, the film introduces innovative farmers\, food producers\, workers’ rights activists\, and prominent legislators such as U.S. Senators Cory Booker and Jon Tester\, who are facing these companies head-on and fighting to create a more sustainable future. \n\n\n\nRegistration
URL:https://franfed.org/event/food-inc-2-screening/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:JPIC,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T065114
CREATED:20240624T214028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T214034Z
UID:10000164-1725792300-1725796800@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Coffee Talks — Embracing Compassion: A Journey into the Heart of Humanity
DESCRIPTION:Monthly coffee talks at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. \n\n\n\nWith Fr. Ed Kinerk\, SJ\, Spiritual Director \n\n\n\nJoin us on a transformative exploration into the essence of humanity through the lens of compassion. Compassion means to suffer with someone\, not necessarily literally but by being present and sympathetic. God showed his love for us by becoming one of us and literally sharing our sufferings and even death. We show our compassion by being aware of the sufferings of those we love and being present to them as much as is possible.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/coffee-talks-4/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Oldenburg Franciscan Center":MAILTO:center@oldenburgosf.com
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