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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:20260523T165245
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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
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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
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240910T203000
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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
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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:20260523T165245
CREATED:20240624T214028Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T113000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165245
CREATED:20240625T135418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T135423Z
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SUMMARY:Love Is the Only Answer
DESCRIPTION:Come for a relaxing and inspiring morning of reflection with singer/songwriter\, chaplain and author Bill Tonnis.  \n\n\n\nBill will sing all 11 songs from his new album\, Love Is the Only Answer. This program will include uplifting and insightful quotes from poets\, activists\, and mystics along with scripture verses accompanied by beautiful photos of art. There will be time for reflection\, Centering Prayer\, and sharing. \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/love-is-the-only-answer-2/
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:20240906T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165245
CREATED:20240624T203552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T203556Z
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SUMMARY:Pathways of Peace: Food as Relationship—Autumn Table Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Harvest is just beginning! Nurturing body and spirit\, autumn harvest foods play a significant role in fostering peace at personal\, community and global levels. Drawing on wisdom of mystics\, saints and poets\, let’s honor the abundance of nature and how these foods provide an opportunity to transform our relationship with food at the individual\, community and global levels. Come celebrate and reflect on new ways of connecting with how our food is grown and why this matters for personal and planetary health.  \n\n\n\nAbout the presenters\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-autumn-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:20240906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240906T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240624T211846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T221601Z
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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-9/2024-09-06/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240904T153000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240625T141318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T004542Z
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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/2024-09-04/
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:20240824T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T113000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240625T134458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T134503Z
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SUMMARY:Prime Paradigm Shifts for the 21st Century
DESCRIPTION:Discover three revolutionary shifts reshaping theology\, science\, and scripture studies. These ideas are closer to our modern experience of God and offer a modern lens for faith in a dynamic universe. Embracing these uplifting\, thought-provoking paradigms will inspire us to listen to the call to action in our rapidly changing world. \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/prime-paradigm-shifts-for-the-21st-century/
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:20240816T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240817T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240624T200923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T200930Z
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SUMMARY:A Nature Walk With Francis and Clare
DESCRIPTION:Using the theme of St. Francis’ Canticle of Creation\, you are invited to a walk of gratitude within nature. Following St. Clare’s teaching\, you will have an opportunity to develop a closer relationship with your natural surroundings through gazing upon a natural element\, considering the expression of beauty through nature\, contemplating how that beauty is mirrored within and imitating\, or living out\, that beauty in your daily life. You will be invited to reflect on the experience of Francis in nature as expressed in the Canticle and then make your own addition to the Canticle as a way of bringing the Franciscan heritage into modern life. \n\n\n\nNote: Participants will be encouraged to walk outside during the retreat\, rain or shine. Please bring appropriate shoes and clothing.  \n\n\n\nPresenter: Raymond List\n\n\n\nRaymond List\, Ph.D.\, works as a clinical neuropsychologist at Gundersen Health System. He is an affiliate of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration and a professed Secular Franciscan. He recently earned a Master of Theological Studies in Franciscan theology from the Franciscan School of Theology in San Diego. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nTo register\, visit https://www.FSCenter.org or call 608-791-5295. \n\n\n\n\nOvernight: $175 includes private bedroom\, breakfast and lunch on Saturday\n\n\n\nCommuter: $105 includes lunch on Saturday
URL:https://franfed.org/event/a-nature-walk-with-francis-and-clare/
LOCATION:Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 920 Market Street\, La Crosse\, Wisconsin\, 54601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240816T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240624T202845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T202849Z
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SUMMARY:Becoming the Elder Tree: Purpose in the Second Half of Life Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:This retreat invites you to envision a second half of life that calls forth your truest self and unique purpose and to consider what it means to be an “elder” in the deepest sense: when our lived years contribute to a special wisdom\, vision and wholeness of self that are shared for the benefit of the community and society. We will place the development of elderhood in the context of our interdependent relationships with the more-than-human world\, from nature outside our window all the way out through our entire solar system\, the world soul and the greater universe story.  \n\n\n\nInspired by ecologist Suzanne Simard’s revelations about how forests are communities that are cooperative\, collaborative\, communicative and reciprocal\, we will consider how we can be the elder trees that nurture\, support and pass wisdom to others for the health and wellbeing of the entire community. Prairiewoods’ revered Grandmother Oak will thus be our touchstone and inspiration for the weekend. \n\n\n\n This retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) will be facilitated by Thomas Dean and Chris Johnson. It follows the Circle of Trust® approach developed by Parker Palmer and the organization he cofounded\, the Center for Courage and Renewal. A Circle of Trust invites the individual soul\, or inner teacher\, to show up in a safe\, welcoming\, hospitable space\, where it can be heard and supported by a trustworthy community. For more on the approach’s core values\, touchstones\, and principles and practices\, visit couragerenewal.org/courage-renewal-approach/.  \n\n\n\nThis retreat will welcome participants of all ages and at any stage of life.  \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThe cost is $255 and includes presentations\, Friday and Saturday lodging\, and Saturday breakfast through Sunday lunch. The commuter fee is $180 and includes 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/becoming-the-elder-tree-purpose-in-the-second-half-of-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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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
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SUMMARY:Coffee Talks — Calamity Jane: Legend of the West
DESCRIPTION:Monthly coffee talks at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. \n\n\n\nwith April Boyle\, Associate  \n\n\n\nMeet a Wild Woman from the Wild West! She was an Army scout\, pioneer\, sharpshooter\, ox team driver\, storyteller\, dance hall girl\, and prostitute\, among other interesting roles! Hear her story and see if you can find signs of God’s abiding presence in this most unlikely character. Discover how Calamity’s life holds important lessons for your own life today!
URL:https://franfed.org/event/coffee-talks-3/
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:20240810T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T113000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240625T134147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T134152Z
UID:10000169-1723282200-1723289400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Spiritual Autobiography: Our Journey to God
DESCRIPTION:“Spiritual Autobiography” is a way to seek our spiritual depths. We can articulate the past\, present\, and future of the hope-filled spiritual journey that we are on. With Carl Jung\, we will seek to make the Soul’s journey conscious. Using Jungian concepts of “memories\, dreams\, and reflections\,” we will recognize God’s movements in our lives. Come discover the pearl great price! \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/spiritual-autobiography-our-journey-to-god/
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:20240809T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240509T185411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T185433Z
UID:10000140-1723228200-1723388400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Active Hope for a Troubled World Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re troubled about the state of the world or are struggling with personal challenges\, you’ll find a safe and sacred place in this retreat to honor your feelings and discover that you are not alone. Working with the transformative power of The Work That Reconnects process\, you will be embraced in a compassionate experience that will ground you in gratitude and allow you to honor your pain\, feel your interconnectedness to all life and embrace your unique Light for making a difference in your life and in the world. This weekend retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) will offer you a supportive community\, transformative rituals\, healing time on the land\, deep sharing\, quiet reflection\, song\, movement and celebration. It will be facilitated by Kathleen Rude\, who fell in love with the natural world as a young child and found her voice for environmental activism at age 10. She has a bachelor’s degree in wildlife ecology and a master’s in natural resources. Kathleen began her career as an environmental writer. Her studies of indigenous spiritual practice eventually led her to become a shamanic practitioner\, ceremonial leader and teacher. She is a senior facilitator of the Work That Reconnects (WTR)\, an interactive process/workshop that helps to transform despair and overwhelm into empowerment and inspiration. She has been mentored by Joanna Macy\, the internationally-acclaimed root teacher of the WTR. Kathleen has created A Guided Self-Practice of The Work That Reconnects (42 minutes)\, available as a digital download. She is the author of the novel The Redemption of Red Fire Woman\, a spiritual story of suspense and romance in the Colorado high country. She is currently working on a new book\, How To Be An Every Day Difference Maker. The cost of this weekend retreat is $255 and includes sessions\, Friday and Saturday lodging\, and Saturday breakfast through Sunday lunch. 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\nTo register: https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=24PGR26451
URL:https://franfed.org/event/active-hope-for-a-troubled-world-retreat-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240624T211846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241129T221601Z
UID:10000156-1723194000-1723219200@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-9/2024-08-09/
LOCATION:The Oldenburg Franciscan Center\, 22143 Main Street\, Oldenburg\, IN\, 47036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T153000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240625T141318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240928T004542Z
UID:10000177-1723039200-1723044600@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/2024-08-07/
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:20240804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240712T195035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T195042Z
UID:10000195-1722772800-1722794400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Discernment in the Franciscan Spirit: Life Decisions Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Considering changes in your life as summer draws to a close?  \n\n\n\nGive yourself the gift of time for prayer and discernment with this on-line retreat\, guided by the wisdom of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi. Open to adult women and men discerning any major life decision (vocation\, relationships\, intentional community living\, education\, job\, volunteer year\, etc.).  \n\n\n\nSr. Diane Tomkinson\, OSF will guide participants through a Franciscan discernment process to assist with their own unique life choices. See https://osfphila.org/events/life-decisions-discernment-retreat-3/ for more details. \n\n\n\nTo request participation\, please contact Sr. Diane at dtomkinson@osfphila.org by August 1st. (Please add Sr. Diane’s e-mail to your “trusted senders” list to be sure you receive additional communications about the retreat.)
URL:https://franfed.org/event/discernment-in-the-franciscan-spirit-life-decisions-retreat/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Retreats,Virtual Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240712T190729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240712T190737Z
UID:10000192-1722673800-1722693600@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Annual All Franciscan Day in Cincinnati\, OH
DESCRIPTION:8:30 AM (registration opens) to 2 PM (closing prayer) \n\n\n\nThe Stigmata of Francis: The Gift of La Verna – What is our identification with Christ’s Love? Come discuss together the events in Francis’s life that drew him into the “Miracle” on Mt. La Verna and to sing the “Praises of God”!  \n\n\n\nOur presenter for the day\, Sr. Olga Wittekind\, OSF\, poses the provocative question for us: What are the events in your lives that enable your Love to “Christ” the world?  \n\n\n\nSister Olga is a Sister of St. Francis\, Oldenburg\, IN. She is the Director of the Oldenburg Franciscan Retreat Center. She is a Clinical Psychologist trained at St. Louis University and is a Jungian Analyst trained in Switzerland and Chicago. Sister Olga taught at Marian University in Indianapolis. She is a therapist and a spiritual director.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/annual-all-franciscan-day-in-cincinnati-oh/
LOCATION:St. Vivian Church\, 7600 Winton Rd\, Cincinnati\, OH\, 45224\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240802T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240803T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240624T201952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T201959Z
UID:10000146-1722623400-1722697200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Navigating Transitions: A Path to Rest & Renew Retreat at Prairiewoods
DESCRIPTION:Are you currently facing a transition\, either big or small? Have you experienced a change in your job status\, a divorce\, empty nesting or loss of a loved one? Are you searching for some meaning and clarity on what next?  \n\n\n\nIn this overnight retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha)\, you’ll be treated to a path forward that will help you to reset and renew as you navigate your transition.  \n\n\n\nCome join facilitators Jill Saunders and Leslie Schwarting for a heart-centered\, guided journey where you will:  \n\n\n\n\nlearn a map for how to navigate your transition\, a map that gives you insights and permission to step forward in your truth; \n\n\n\npractice acceptance for your journey\, and consider the healing power of accepting what is; \n\n\n\nplay with a resiliency toolkit and spiritual practices to provide you with renewal for your transition; \n\n\n\nclarify your core values and gain insight on how living in alignment with your deepest values can propel you forward; \n\n\n\nexperience the wisdom of your future self and the guidance it has to shape a meaningful vision of possibility; \n\n\n\nget clear on your focus for the next six months to one year; learn practices to focus your energy on what’s most important and more! \n\n\n\n\nAbout the presenters\n\n\n\nJill Saunders\n\n\n\nJill Saunders is a leadership development facilitator and coach with over 20 years of experience working with Fortune 250 companies including Cargill\, Wells Fargo\, UBS Bank\, General Mills\, Hilton Hotels and CHS. She has her coaching certification from the Hudson Institute of Santa Barbara and is a certified HeartMath coach and facilitator. She loves to create experiences for people that will give them tools and resources to create a life of renewal and vitality\, align their head and heart\, clarify what’s most important\, and move forward with focus. She lives in South Minneapolis and has one son\, Tyler\, who is 23. She loves to write and create products in her downtime.  \n\n\n\nLeslie Schwarting\n\n\n\nLeslie Schwarting serves as a full-time spiritual director and retreat facilitator at Prairiewoods. A wife\, mother of three adult women and former hospital executive\, she completed her spiritual direction certification with the direct intention to tend to the souls of others. Leslie loves to create space for others and support them as they explore what their hearts crave\, identify where opportunities for healing are\, contemplate the rich questions of life\, and grow closer to God\, Earth\, oneself and others.  \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/navigating-transitions-a-path-to-rest-renew-retreat-at-prairiewoods/
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:20240726T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240624T195448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T195804Z
UID:10000144-1722018600-1722171600@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Finding Peace in Mothering Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:In this weekend retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha)\, we will explore our “mothering journey\,” not only how we currently mother\, but also how we were mothered\, and how we want to mother in the future. Join nurturers in community and conversations\, rejuvenate\, and relax through healing practices to send you home revitalized\, resourced and reconnected.  \n\n\n\nFriday evening\, we will spend some time getting to know each other\, unwinding and caring for ourselves. Our Saturday includes gentle yoga movement\, breathwork\, time in nature and opportunities for connection\, rest and self-reflection. After we wrap up on Sunday morning\, you’ll find yourself refreshed and ready to return to your mothering role with fresh eyes and a plan to care for yourself.  \n\n\n\nParticipants in this weekend retreat facilitated by Tammy Bayer and Rev. Jean Sullivan will gain a recognition of what influences their beliefs in their mothering values; identify parental beliefs vs. parental practices; be able to describe who they are at their core: before\, during and after mothering; identify practices that will support them in “filling their own cup” for the long haul of mothering; explore mindful movement\, relaxation techniques\, guided meditation\, energy work/chakras and grounding practices; and make connections in a warm and protected space. \n\n\n\n Note: You do not have to be a birth mother to enjoy or benefit from this event. This is for anyone who mothers others. The 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\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/finding-peace-in-mothering-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:20240714T104500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240624T213328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T213753Z
UID:10000162-1720953900-1720958400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Coffee Talks — Transcending Happiness: Exploring the Depths of Joy
DESCRIPTION:Monthly coffee talks at Oldenburg Franciscan Center. \n\n\n\nWith Fr. Ed Kinerk\, SJ\, Spiritual Director  \n\n\n\nJoy is a profound experience. It can include happiness\, but it is deeper than happiness and can coexist also with profound sadness. When we speak of heaven or life after death\, we often use the word joy which is beyond happiness. We will examine samples of joy in our lives and how to deepen them and make them more frequent.
URL:https://franfed.org/event/coffee-talks-2/
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:20240713T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240718T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240625T143056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T143102Z
UID:10000190-1720891800-1721304000@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Franciscan Retreat: "Befriending the Wolf Within"
DESCRIPTION:We will return to the dilemma of the people of Gubbio who had to face the challenge of an imperfect world and deal with the invitation to learn how to forgive and heal their community. We will place this concept into the practical\, concrete instructions that Jesus gave his disciples when he taught them to pray\, namely the revolutionary concept of forgiveness in the Lord’s Prayer. We will discover that this prayer is a call to live a consecrated life\, a Eucharistic existence within a dysfunctional world.  \n\n\n\nAbout the facilitator\n\n\n\nMichael Jennrich\, OFM has served in a variety of ministries\, including street ministry\, retreat work\, parish work\, campus ministry and hospice chaplaincy. He uses his gifts of singing\, spinning\, weaving and storytelling to accompany others on their journey of self-discovery. He is currently Chaplain for the University of St. Francis. \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nhttps://www.portforprayer.org/registration/ or contact the office at 815-464-3880 or info@portforprayer.org
URL:https://franfed.org/event/franciscan-retreat-befriending-the-wolf-within/
LOCATION:Portiuncula Center for Prayer\, 9263 W. St. Francis Road\, Frankfort\, IL\, 60423\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T113000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240624T212429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T212436Z
UID:10000161-1720863000-1720870200@franfed.org
SUMMARY:A Sacred Romance: Drawing Near to the Heart of God
DESCRIPTION:The Mystic Poets interlace our desire for human love with our thirst for the Divine. By having a wild love for the Radiant One\, our passion for others is expressed and experienced in everything that is done and in all of life’s encounters. We feel it in the way we worship and in the way we love\, serve\, and play. You are encouraged to bring your favorite mystic poem or quote and your insights\, questions\, and vulnerabilities in embracing the Lover that dwells within us so we may experience the healing power of love. \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/a-sacred-romance-drawing-near-to-the-heart-of-god/
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:20240707T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240509T185046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T185116Z
UID:10000139-1720368000-1720875600@franfed.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Silence: July 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? Silent 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. 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. At 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! Come 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. Author 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; Ann Jackson\, PBVM; Leslie Schwarting; and Lucille Winnike\, FSPA. The cost is $525 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\nTo register: https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=24PGR25392
URL:https://franfed.org/event/the-power-of-silence-july-silent-directed-retreat-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240628T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240630T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240509T184741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T184806Z
UID:10000138-1719599400-1719752400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Earth Blessings: Reweaving Connections to Kith & Kin Retreat at Prairiewoods (in person)
DESCRIPTION:“Dare we pick up the pieces of our heart as it is broken open time and again and reshape those bits into a greater capacity to hold more—more suffering\, more love\, more grief\, and more joy. More of the rich hues and deeply textured fabric of a life lived fully\,” writes Leah Rampy in Earth & Soul: Reconnecting amid Climate Chaos. We live in uncertain times\, when species and ecosystems are increasingly at risk. Our souls hunger for sacred relationship with all creation\, yet it can be difficult to discern the way forward in the midst of so much suffering and devastation. In this weekend retreat with Leah Rampy\, we’ll explore ways of reclaiming our kinship to the living world around us and expand our capacity to remain both present to reality and hopeful to possibilities\, as we practice being fully present to what is\, just as it is. Through brief teachings\, ongoing conversation and reflection\, small group discussions\, and spacious contemplative practices\, Leah will lead us on a soul journey of grief and loss over the devastation of Earth to a place of joy and possibility that is possible when we reweave our connections to kith and kin who are awaiting us. Participants will leave with contemplative practices that they may choose to continue to support their ongoing journey of love and care for Earth and all creation. Leah Moran Rampy\, PhD\, is a writer\, speaker\, retreat leader and educator who weaves ecology\, spirituality\, personal stories and practices to help others deepen their relationship to the natural world. She recently authored the book Earth & Soul: Reconnecting amid Climate Chaos. She is a frequent speaker on contemplative leadership and spiritual ecology for these edge times. Leah co-authored and co-facilitated with Beth Norcross the six-part video series on The Spiritual Wisdom of Trees: Insights from Our Elders in collaboration with the award-winning film maker Jane Pittman and sponsored by The Center for Spirituality in Nature. The cost of this weekend retreat is $250 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. For more information or to register\, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700. \n\n\n\nTo register: https://pw.retreatportal.com/calendar/event?programcode=24PGR25747
URL:https://franfed.org/event/earth-blessings-reweaving-connections-to-kith-kin-retreat-at-prairiewoods-in-person/
LOCATION:Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center\, 120 East Boyson Road\, Hiawatha\, IA\, 52233\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center":MAILTO:alewis@prairiewoods.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240613T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260523T165246
CREATED:20240311T144944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T145151Z
UID:10000130-1718301600-1718798400@franfed.org
SUMMARY:Who is this God for Whom I Long? How Deeply God Loves | A Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Our retreat journey will lead us to set aside these days of quiet to let God find us. We will turn to the wonders of God’s incredible love and desire to be one with us. \n\n\n\nPart 1: Thursday\, June 13 at 6:00pm – Sunday\, June 16 at Noon \n\n\n\nThis retreat will focus on how deeply God loves us\, how God wants to be present in our lives and God’s great and unconditional love. \n\n\n\nPart 2: Sunday\, June 16 at 6:00pm – Wednesday\, June 19 at Noon \n\n\n\nThis retreat will focus on being sent as agents of God’s love\, forgiveness and how we choose to face our future – as agents of joy\, hope and surrender. \n\n\n\nPresenter: Father Marlin John Connole. \n\n\n\nFr. Connole presently serves as a Senior Priest in Palm Springs\, California\, and has presented many retreats for Women Religious. \n\n\n\nRegistration Information: \n\n\n\nHosted by the Rochester Franciscans. You may participate in these retreats via Zoom or join us in person at: Assisi Heights | 1001 14th Street NW | Rochester\, MN 55901. \n\n\n\nTo register online\, select the date on our event calendar: www.rochesterfranciscan.org/events/  \n\n\n\nThen select the full retreat or one of the sessions\, and whether you will participate in person with accommodations\, as a commuter or via Zoom. \n\n\n\nFor additional information or questions\, contact Bob Taraba\, Event Coordinator\, at 507-280-2195 or ahsc@rochesterfranciscan.org
URL:https://franfed.org/event/who-is-this-god-for-whom-i-long-how-deeply-god-loves-a-retreat/
LOCATION:IN
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