Author: Marywood

WATERCOLOR: PAINTING FALL-COLOR OF LEAVES
September 5 – Monday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
We will create a tinted background using a webbing technique, followed by a series of glazing of watercolor. The fun is seeing the leaves emerge from the background. We will be using colorful oak or maple leaves that we find at this time of the year.Bring watercolor supplies, pressed leaves, a stretched half sheet of cold press watercolor paper and smaller sheets for practice that are about 7 by 11. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Limit of 9. Register by Monday, August 29.

WATERCOLOR: PALETTE KNIFE PAINTING IN WATERCOLOR
September 6 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Keeping strong colors in watercolors can be a challenge and in this class we will learn one way of creating bold and vibrant watercolor paintings. Using a palette knife, as well as a brush, we will creatively work on distribution of color with watercolor media, practice some techniques, and then apply them to a painting. You will learn to use a palette knife in two ways: to add or subtract. Bring paints, palette knife, brushes, 300# watercolor paper or stretched watercolor paper and photos of large, light valued flowers. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Monday, August 29.

PASTEL: SOFT TOUCH
September 7 – Wednesday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
We will create a pastel painting of a field of flowers with bright colors applied with a lot of variations in touch. The variety of soft touch in application produces a painting that doesn’t look stiff or over-worked. Bring soft pastels and photos of flower fields. Pastel board will be prvided. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Monday, August 29.

SPIRITUAL U-TURNS or WHICH WAY ARE YOU GOING?
September 9 – Friday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
We are familiar with the saying “flying off in all directions. ” In our faith lives there are only two directions we can go: we are either moving toward God or away from God. We will explore how to know in which direction we are headed and how to make a ‘spiritual U-turn’ when needed. Suggested offering $10.00.

KAYAKING ON TROUT LAKE
September 15 – Thursday
9:30-11:45 a.m.
Coordinator: Marla Lang, FSPA
Fall has an enticing quiet and beauty that nurture our entire being on Trout Lake. We will begin on Marywood shoreline and then do gentle paddling in the bay and beyond – as far as weather and skill permit. It will be a form of prayer beyond words. Kayaks are provided but bring a bag lunch to end our time together. Suggested offering: $15.00. Register by Monday, September 12.

THE SACREDNESS OF FOOD AND EATING
Session One: TRANSFORMATION September 15 – Thursday
Session Two: Sustainability
October 20 – Thursday
Session Three: Gospel Living
November 17 – Thursday
3:00-6:30 p.m.
Presenter: Julia Walsh, FSPA
During the harvest season, we’ll pause and embrace the sacredness of food in community. This 3-part series will include Biblical input centered on the themes of transformation, sustainability and Gospel living, in order to gain more mindfulness about how to be in right relationship with food, Earth and others. Our time will close with prayerfully cooking and consuming a meal together. You can attend 1, 2 or all 3 sessions. Suggested offering: $20.00 per session or $50.00 for all 3 sessions. Register by Friday, September 9.

THE SACRED GIFT OF LISTENING
September 16 – Friday
9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
The gift of listening and the mystery of being heard: these elements of listening will be explored. A highly valued book ($18.00) on the topic is included in the suggested offering. Treat yourself to creating more peace, harmony and care in your life through some practical, everyday awareness. Suggested offering $25.00. Limited to 10 participants. Bring a lunch.

SHINRIN-YOKU (‘Forest Bathing’)
September 20 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
This Japanese approach to walking is the exact opposite of a power-walk. It is a slow, deliberate immersion in nature. Come; bathe yourself in the light, sounds, colors, and smells of the autumn forest. We will meet at Marywood and carpool to Fallison Lake nature trail. Bring a bag lunch for a picnic at the end of the morning. Wear comfortable clothing and good walking shoes. Suggested offering $10.00.

GROUNDED
September 20 – Tuesdays plus*
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Marla Lang, FSPA
Diana Bass has authored the book, Grounded, which has become a favorite book for discussion. She has a contemporary way of guiding readers to pay attention to ways of connecting with God who animates creation and community. *At the September 20 gathering, the group also will determine the days/times best suited to meet three additional times. Suggested offering $10.00 each session.

PRAY AS YOU CAN – NOT AS YOU CAN’T
September 21 – Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenters: Dick Bruesehoff
Prayer can take an infinite number of forms! Some forms come easily, while others can be very challenging. Using Myers-Briggs personality types, we will explore why some forms may be easier for you than others. We’ll practice a variety of prayer forms together and encourage you to identify and claim the ways you can pray! Suggested offering $10.00.

TWO MODELS OF MERCY: Yesterday and Today
September 26 – Monday
9:00 a.m. – noon
Presenters: Julia Walsh, FSPA and Marla Lang, FSPA
You will not want to miss the inspiration of Dorothy Day (Catholic Worker Houses) and Mother Teresa of Calcutta (canonized a saint September 4, 2016). People of all faith traditions are invited to experience their unique lifestyles and expressions of mercy. Dorothy Day and Mother Teresa have gone way beyond the sense of call and the expectations of one lifetime. Bring a friend with you! This morning together will include hope and a vision for our personal journeys. Suggested offering $10.00.

ST. FRANCIS’ WALK
September 28 – Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
at Holy Family Church Grounds
8950 Cty J, Woodruff
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
A modern version of the Prayer of St. Francis has been illustrated through a beautiful path in the wooded area behind Holy Family Church. We will gather at Holy Family’s front entrance at 9:30 for a brief overview on the life of St. Francis, followed by the reflective walk. (September 17 is the Feast of the Stigmata of St. Francis.) We will end with conversation and refreshments provided in the gazebo on the path. Dress to fit the weather, rain or shine! Suggested offering $10.00.

Walk-ins are welcome at any Marywood program. Calling ahead whenever possible, however, will help us plan for you and allow us to call you in the event of a change.

PASTEL: Combination of Gouache and Pastel in Landscape
July 5 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Using gouache mixed with fluid acrylics (provided) we will create an underpainting of a landscape that will be developed further with dry pastels. Bring landscape photos that have dramatic skies and articulated foregrounds that are not silhouetted. Bring pastels and surface to work on (Wallis paper, stretched watercolor sheets, pastel boards no smaller than 16×20 inches. Fee: $30.00; bring a lunch. Register by Wednesday, June 29.

KAYAKING AS A FORM OF MINDFULNESS
July 6 – Wednesday
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil and fellow paddlers
We will start our quiet trip at the Marywood dock on Trout Lake. As we glide over the water we will reflect on the special gift of water in our lives and listen to the chorus of nature all around us. Come paddle with us. Bring a bag lunch. Suggested offering: $25.00. Register by Friday, July 1.

MIXED MEDIA: Ink & Watercolor
July 7 – Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Learn and experience in painting the difference between watercolor and inks. Note how both can be used in a painting that combines the fineness of line with the brilliance of color. Inks and pens will be provided. Bring any watercolor supplies that you have and plastic covers from food containers for mixing colors as the inks stain heavily. Bring a stretched watercolor sheet to work on, or 300# paper, or a watercolor block. Fee: $30.00; bring a lunch. Register by Wednesday, June 29.

MIXED MEDIA: Tantalizing Textures
July 8 – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
The purpose of this workshop is to create a warm-up sheet of textures that provide experimentation with water based paints that can be used in future paintings or be developed into an abstract painting. Be prepared to have fun. Bring water based paints that you have: watercolors, fluid acrylics, inks, scraps of watercolor paper for trial and a stretched half-sheet of watercolor paper. Fee: $30.00; bring a lunch. Register by Friday, July1.

DRUMMING CIRCLE at Marywood
July 12 – Tuesday
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil
The drum is a powerful instrument for centering and healing. Many native peoples refer to the drumbeat as the heartbeat of Mother Earth. Drumming can be a means of connecting to the natural world. It can be a bridge toward a deeper relationship with all that the Creator has made. Time is spent for personal and communal healing. Bring drums and shakers if you have them. Suggested offering $10.00/session.

EXPLORING YOUR DEPENDABLE STRENGTHS
July 13 – Wednesday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Presenters: Dick &anp; Naomi Bruesehoff
If your community were advertising for someone with your gifts and strengths, how would the ad read? You’ll have an opportunity to tell stories from your life that will help you identify and explore the strengths that you have to offer to your community and world. Suggested offering $10.00.

EIGHT WAYS TO LIVE A MORE MERCIFUL LIFE
July 14 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil
In this Jubilee Year for Mercy we gather to look at mercy in our lives. How can we be more merciful in our own families, neighborhoods, communities, churches and also how can we be more merciful to ourselves? “God is so merciful toward us. We too should learn to be merciful.” — Pope Francis. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Tuesday, July 12.

DRUMMING CIRCLE
at Eagle River
July 16 – Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil
The drum is a powerful instrument for centering and healing. Many native peoples refer to the drumbeat as the heartbeat of Mother Earth. Drumming can be a means of connecting to the natural world. It can be a bridge toward a deeper relationship with all that the Creator has made. Time is spent for personal and communal healing. Bring drums and shakers if you have them. Suggested offering $10.00/session.

WOMEN OF SPIRIT: Hand, Heart and Hunger
July 18 – Monday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Facilitators: Sr. Marla Lang and Joyce Heil and others
You are invited to enjoy and be inspired by stories from various women of spirit past and present. Current women who are striving to live their sense of call will share these lives of meaning and purpose with us. Women of all faith traditions are welcome to this special Summer event that provides hope and vision for the days ahead. Bring a friend with you! This festive event will include a noon luncheon. Suggested offering $30.00. Registrations are needed by Thursday, July 14 (715-385-3750 or marywood.center@gmail.com).
Presenters are:
Jeanine Laibly: The Ukrainian Egg, a Symbol of Christian Belief – The word pysanka translates into “writing on an egg.” It is a symbolic “code,” a drawing which has Christian motifs. The Easter egg became a symbol of the tomb out of which Jesus came forth to the new life of His resurrection – a symbol of the resurrected God.
Betsy Schussler: Become aware of your inner being as you experience gentle movement. Allow the breath of life to gently flow through your body as you renew your kinship with self and the environment that surrounds you.
Naomi Bruesehoff: Create a circle of beads that you can use in praying for yourself, your neighbors, and the world. Together we will experience several prayer practices.

PART TWO OF LAUDATO SI’
July 19 – Tuesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
In session two of this 2015, world-wide encyclical On Care For Our Common Home, we will examine what it means to have an integrated approach to combating poverty, restoring dignity to the excluded and at the same time protecting nature. You are welcomed even if you missed the first session (see June 16 & August 11 description). Suggested offering $10.00.

PRAYER WITHOUT WORDS
July 20 – Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
We will explore a way of praying that goes beyond words. Being attentive to experiences in our surroundings can lead us to an awareness of God’s presence deep within and among us. Stilling exercises and ways of tending to God’s presence will be guided. Suggested offering $10.00.

SO, JESUS, BUDDHA AND MOHAMMED MEET AT STARBUCKS
July 23 – Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
St. Francis Episcopal Church
120 N Silver Lake Rd.
Eagle River, Wis.
Facilitator: Dr. Carl Koch
Politicians and pundits are trying to use religion to divide us, making us “enemies” of other faiths. But, Muslims, Christians, Buddhists, Hindus have much more in common than most of us know. If Jesus, Buddha, Mohammed, and a Hindu teacher got together to discuss how the Holy One invites us to live, love and believe we might be surprised. Come and see what you think. Free will donation.

HUMAN WRETCHEDNESS AND FORGIVENESS
July 25 – Monday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
Human evil stirs the mercy of God and God’s people. We will examine situations calling for forgiveness that may lead to a personal and spiritual transformation. Join us in exploring this important work. Suggested offering $10.00.

A WALK IN THE WOODS: Meditative Walking
July 26 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil and All of Nature
Come join us for a morning of prayer in nature. We will meet at Marywood and carpool to Fallison Lake nature trail where we will walk, sit and stand quietly in a hemlock cathedral. Come prepared to be quiet and know the presence of God in nature. Bring a bag lunch for a picnic at the end of the morning. Please wear good walking shoes and be prepared to walk about 2 miles over various terrains. Suggested offering $15.00. Register by Friday, July 22.

Walk-ins are welcome at any Marywood program. Calling ahead whenever possible, however, will help us plan for you and allow us to call you in the event of a change.

CRAFT: ALTERING PAPER -FORMING A PAPER VESSEL
June 6 – Monday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and
June 7 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
This is a two-day workshop. Monday we will create color sheets of paper to be used for collage using fluid acrylics, watercolors, and gels. After these sheets have dried we will form bowls which need to dry overnight. We will use some of the remaining sheets to create a collage painting. Bring a canvas or stretched watercolor sheet on which to apply collage, white glue like Elmers (not school quality), scissors, and water colors. On day two we will finish off the bowls and paintings. Wear painting clothes and bring a lunch for the first day. You will have plenty of sheets to take home and use for further projects. Fee: $30.00; bring a lunch. Register by Wednesday, June 1.

“CARE OF OUR COMMON HOME” – A morning at Kemp Natural Resources Station
June 10 – Friday
9:30 – 12:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil and Kemp Station Staff
Come to experience some of the last remnants of old-growth forest in northern Wisconsin. Let’s walk the land, hear the stories and reflect on the fragility of the resources around us. What is our responsibility in the big picture? This program will take place at the Kemp Station which is about 6 miles East of Woodruff on Hwy 47 (sign along Hwy 47). Wear good walking shoes and bring a bag lunch which we will enjoy under the tall trees. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Wednesday, June 8.

HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR
June 11 – Saturday
10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
St Francis Episcopal Church
120 N Silver Lake Rd.
Eagle River, Wis.
Presenter: George Mueller
George Mueller, a World War II survivor of incarcerations, has a story to tell that is beyond imaginings. He has written a book on his experiences titled Lucie’s Hope. Come and meet George and hear his riveting story of how he discovered and came to terms with the shattering effect the Holocaust has had on his life. Suggested offering $10.00.

DIRT, WATER AND AIR: God Is There
June 14 – Tuesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil
We walk on and dig in the dirt. We drink and wash with water. We breath and know life. Where do we experience the Holy in our daily lives? Come and know the Holy in all we often take for granted. Suggested offering: $10.00 Register by Friday, June 10.

DRUMMING CIRCLE – Marywood
June 14 – Tuesday
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil
Second Tuesday of each month
May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9
(See description for May 10 on page 6)

WITNESS TO THE WORLD
June 15 – Wednesday
9:30-12:00 noon
Presenters: Dick & Naomi Bruesehoff
We are called to be Eye/I Witnesses in the world around us. Come and experience various prayer forms while stringing a set of beads that can be used in prayer. The prayer beads can help connect with each other, strengthen our prayer lives, and keep us attuned to God’s world. Suggested offering $10.00.

INTRODUCTION TO LAUDATO SI’ Series
June 16 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
An introduction to this 2015 world-wide encyclical, “On Care For Our Common Home,” will address key elements of safe-guarding our common home, the earth, through this message of Pope Francis. It is written in a very accessible style for anyone. If you have a copy of the encyclical, bring it along but it is not necessary. (See also July 19 & August 11). Suggested offering $10.00.

DRUMMING CIRCLE at Eagle River
June 18 – Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Joyce Heil
The drum is a powerful instrument for centering and healing. Many native peoples refer to the drumbeat as the heartbeat of Mother Earth. Drumming can be a means of connecting to the natural world. It can be a bridge toward a deeper relationship with all that the Creator has made. Time is spent for personal and communal healing. Bring drums and shakers if you have them. Suggested offering $10.00/session.

BEGINNING A NEW DAY
June 21 – Tuesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
We will examine the 365 times a year that we have the privilege of beginning a new day with intent or focus. Come join us in looking at some of the possibilities that can help each new day come to greater wholeness because of how we approach it. Suggested offering $10.00.

Walk-ins are welcome at any Marywood program. Calling ahead whenever possible, however, will help us plan for you and allow us to call you in the event of a change.

 

Watercolor

Enhancing Watercolor Painting with Negative Painting

Monday, May 2 – 9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA

One of the most difficult concepts to grasp in watercolor painting is negative painting (painting the space around something to articulate the form). In traditional watercolor it is beneficial to learn how to see this way and in this workshop we will concentrate on developing the ability to do so. Bring 8×10 inch sheets of 140# paper, brushes, and watercolor paints. You could also bring an unfinished watercolor painting that is subdued in color that could be finished with negative painting.

Fee: $30.00; bring a lunch. Register by Tuesday, April 26.

 

Mary: Let’s Look Again

May 5 – Thursday,  9:30-11:30 a.m.

Facilitator: Joyce Heil

As we begin May, the traditional month dedicated to Mary, the mother of God, we will take another look at this brave, faith-filled woman. Though we may not have thought of Mary in a long time, she may again speak to us and guide us on our journey of faith.

Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Tuesday, May 3.

 

Exploring Your Dependable Strengths

Tuesday, May 10 – 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

Presenters: Dick & Naomi Bruesehoff

If your community were advertising for someone with your gifts and strengths, how would the ad read? You’ll have an opportunity to tell stories from your life that will help you identify and explore the strengths that you have to offer to your community and world.

Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Friday, May 6.

 

Drumming Circle – Marywood
May 10, June 14, July 12, August 9 (Second Tuesday of each month)
6:30-8:00 p.m.

Facilitator Joyce Heil
The drum is a powerful instrument for centering and healing. Many native peoples refer to the drumbeat as the heartbeat of Mother Earth. Drumming can be a means of connecting to the natural world. It can be a bridge toward a deeper relationship with all that the Creator has made. Time is spent for personal and communal healing. Bring drums and shakers if you have them.

Suggested offering $10.00/session.

 

Adult Coloring & Prayer Experience

Tuesday, May 17 – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA

This will be an experience of entering into a peaceful presence as we wrestle with confidential issues directed to the Holy One. All supplies will be provided as well as a helpful space and guidance.

Suggested offering $10.00.

 

Experiencing The Sacred

Thursday, May 19 – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA

Spring offers us many experiences of the Sacred through earthy forms of dirt, water, fire and air which we will re-examine as prayer forms. Wear outdoor clothing and gardening gloves, as we will be pondering the too-often not seen and/or experienced.

Suggested offering $10.00.

 

Seven Keys To Spiritual Wellness

Thursday, May 26 – 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Facilitator: Joyce Heil

Just as the body’s immune system is strengthened by proper care, our soul needs to be fed, exercised and cared for. God has provided what we need to ensure our spiritual health through seven enduring and reliable strategies. If your spirit is flagging, come to receive a new injection of energy into your spiritual journey.

Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Tuesday, May 24.

 

Craft/Art: Image Transfer

Friday, May 27 – 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA

Using a natural cleaner called Citra Solv, we will transform images of magazine pages into papers that stir the imagination and produce pages that are usable in a number of ways. You will need to bring an older issue of National Geographic Magazine (the printing ink used is right for the process), one that has rich colored photos in it, a glass container, watercolor paper 11×14-in., a cheap 2-in. foam brush, paper towels and some elders glue.

Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Friday, May 20.