Category: Calendar

IONS: SCIENCE AND SPIRITUALITY

January 4 – Thursday
(first and third Thursdays of the month)
12:30-3:00 p.m.
Facilitators: Jan Lewis and Marla Lang, FSPA
Noetic science means inner/intuitive knowing. The gatherings explore scientific findings and wisdom traditions to expand our understanding of consciousness and questions such as “who am I” and “who are we.” All are welcome to one or more gatherings. Suggested offering $10.00.

WHAT’S UP, SISTERS?

January 6 – Saturday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenters: Marla Lang, FSPA and Julia Walsh, FSPA
Ever been curious about Catholic Sisters? Come hear about our mission and how the Spirit is leading us to change. Women and men of all lifestyles and ages, high school and older are welcomed to attend. Suggested offering $5.00. Register by Thursday, January 4.

THE WINTER OF THE SPIRIT

January 16 -Tuesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Facilitator: Dick Bruesehoff
Has your life ever brought you into the places of deep darkness? Do you experience winter as a fallow
time? Winter—whether literal or figurative—can be a time to explore the ways in which our spirit
conspires with (that is, “breathes with”) the Spirit for new life and growth in us—even during the dark
times. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Friday, January 12.

WHO AM I NOW?

January 17 – Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Guest Presenter: Barbara Kane
“Change is constant. Growth is optional.” When circumstances change, our own identity may be put into question. Children leave the nest. Parents die. Jobs change. During these times, one may wonder, “Who Am I Now?” In this two-hour session, learn ways to adapt to change and recreate yourself. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Tuesday, January 16.

WRITING YOUR SPIRITUAL AUTOBIOGRAPHY

January 18 – Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Facilitators: Dick Bruesehoff and Julia Walsh, FSPA
For many, writing is a spiritual practice. And, when it comes to reflection on your past experiences and your future dreams, writing can be a spiritual practice that offers opportunities for integration and increased awareness. This workshop will provide an opportunity for you to begin the process. Suggested offering $20.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Friday, January 12.

IONS: SCIENCE AND SPIRITUALITY?

January 18 – Thursday
(first and third Thursdays of the month)
12:30-3:00 p.m.
Facilitators: Jan Lewis and Marla Lang, FSPA
Noetic science means inner/intuitive knowing. The gatherings explore scientific findings and wisdom traditions to expand our understanding of consciousness and questions such as “who am I” and “who are we.” All are welcome to one or more gatherings. Suggested offering $10.00.

WHAT’S WRONG WITH BEING PERFECT?

January 25 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
While perfectionists may not know how to answer that question, they sure know the struggle of trying to be perfect. What a relief to know Jesus doesn’t expect us to “be perfect,” but to “be made perfect.” Let’s explore what that means and how we can become more free from the struggle of perfectionism. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Friday, January 19.

WRITERS GROUP

January 25 – Thursday
(fourth Thursday of each month – see also February 22, March 22 and April 26)
12:00-2:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Julia Walsh, FSPA
Writers of every level and genre are welcome to join this newly forming group. Bring your lunch and a copy of your writing for feedback (1- 4 pages). Be ready for a robust conversation among a supportive community that will enrich your work as a writer. Suggested offering $5.00 each session. Register by Wednesday, January 24.

THE HIDDEN LIFE OF TREES

January 26 – Friday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
This initial look at how trees share food and communicate with each other is astonishing. How social trees are, how they pass electrical impulses through their roots, what they feel! These Northwoods’ trees surround us with their hidden lives and seeming miracles that we seldom reflect upon. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Wednesday, January 24.

WORDS AND SPIRIT: POETRY WORKSHOP

January 31- Wednesday
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Julia Walsh, FSPA
We’ll discuss samples of spiritual poetry, study a bit of technique, be challenged by a writing prompt and spend time writing. At the end of the session we’ll share our creations and give each other feedback. This workshop is appropriate for writers at all levels. Bring your lunch and poems you would like to share. Suggested offering $20.00. Register by Monday, January 29.

PRAY AS YOU CAN– NOT AS YOU CAN’T

December 5 -Tuesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Facilitator: Dick Bruesehoff
Prayer can take an infinite number of forms! Some of these forms come easily, while others can be more 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 as you identify and claim the ways you can pray! Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Wednesday, November 29.

BRINGING GOD TO BIRTH: Advent Day of Reflection

December 6 – Wednesday 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Facilitators: Pat Pintens and Julia Walsh, FSPA “We are all meant to be mothers of God … for God always needs to be born,” said Meister Eckhart. During this holy season of Advent pause with us to consider how God wants to be born into the world through you. Suggested offering $30.00 (includes program and lunch). Register by Friday, December 1.

IONS

December 7 – Thursday
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Coordinators: Jan Lewis & Marla The gathering explores scientific findings with wisdom traditions to expand our understanding of consciousness and of questions of “who am I” and “who are we.” All are welcome. Suggested offering $10.00.

LECTIO DIVINA, LECTIO VIDA, LECTIO VISIO

December 14 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m. Presenter: Pat Pintens
Looking for a way to pray the Scriptures? A way to pray your life experiences, questions, joys, etc.? A way to pray the world around you? Lectio Divina, Vida and Visio is an ancient way for modern people to pray and uncover spiritual depth in the Scriptures, one’s life, and the world. Suggested offering $10.00 each session. Come for one session or the entire series. Register by Monday, December 11.

HOLY FAMILY NATIVITY SCENE PAINTING

December 22 – Friday
1:00- 3:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Julia Walsh, FSPA and Earthgoods staff Calling all mothers, fathers, aunts, uncles and grandparents! Bring your beloved little ones for an afternoon of prayer and paint. This program will provide an opportunity for you to consider the holiness experienced within your family life. You will work together to paint simple statues of Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus that you can display in your home during this Christmas season. No painting experience necessary. $30.00 per adult and child includes supplies, art instruction and program. We will meet at Earthgoods, 310 E. Front Street in downtown Minocqua. Register by Monday, December 18.

MIXED MEDIA: Iridescent and Metallic Glow with Watercolor

October 2 – Monday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Using pouring, blending, and dripping techniques we will create abstract paintings with a strong focal area. Iridescent and metallic colors will then be added. The purpose is to figure out how these metallics can interact and enhance an idea and then possibly be used to push your painting to a new level. Bring a stretched half sheet of watercolor paper and watercolor supplies. Other materials will be provided. Fee: $30.00. Bring a bag lunch. Register by Monday, September 25.

WATERCOLOR: Painting with a Large Brush

October 3 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
One of the best ways to get a dramatic look to a painting is by using a large brush to apply the paint. Because one is concentrating on the large brush strokes the painting develops quickly. The subject can be suggested earlier with a light pencil sketch of the main shape areas. You will need to bring a stretched half sheet of 140# cold press watercolor paper or 300# sheet of cold press paper. A half sheet is about 15×22 inches. Also bring a 1-1/2 or 2-inch flat brush, watercolors and your usual watercolor supplies. Since a large brush is relative to the size of the paper, you can bring smaller 11×15-inch sheets and brushes that are as above or a little smaller. Fee: $30.00. Bring a bag lunch. Register by Monday, September 25.

ANNIVERSARY of ST. FRANCIS of ASSISI

October 3 – Tuesday
6:30 – 7:30 pm.
Location: Marywood Franciscan Spirituality Center
All “Franciscans in heart” are invited to this prayer and social time celebrating St. Francis’ passing from death to full life in 1226. What a vibrant inspiration Francis continues to be in today’s world! No registration necessary. Donations accepted.

IONS: Science and Spirituality

October 5 – Thursday
12:30-3:00 p.m.
Coordinators: Jan Lewis & Marla Lang, FSPA
The gathering explores scientific findings with wisdom traditions to expand our understanding of consciousness and questions such as “who am I” and “who are we.” All are welcome to one or more meetings. Next gatherings will be November 2 and December 7. Suggested offering $10.00.

GETTING LOST TO FIND YOURSELF AND GOD

October 9 – Monday
9:30-11:30 a.m. Presenter: Pat Pintens
When and where were you last lost? What was it like? For most of us being lost is frightening. It’s not something we try to do. Yet author, religion professor and Episcopal priest, Barbara Brown Taylor suggests deliberately getting lost is a good spiritual practice. How might you deliberately get lost and find yourself and God? Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Thursday, October 5.

WHEN YOUR ADULT CHILD CHOOSES A DIFFERENT PATH

October 11 – Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
When adult children make lifestyle choices we cannot affirm, love is tested. Understanding, acceptance, and communication may all become difficult as we enter into yet another phase of parenting – one as important and challenging as any that preceded it. Parenting an adult child can confront our unfulfilled dreams with feelings of disillusionment and fear, and even failure. How do we respond? Where is our hope? Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Monday, October 9.

WORLD FOOD DAY POTLUCK, PRAYER AND DISCUSSION

October 15 – Sunday
4:30-7:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Julia Walsh, FSPA World Food Day is on October 16. Bring a dish to pass to this evening centered around the sacredness of food and the complexities of the food system. Expect to be nourished body, soul and mind! Suggested donation $5.00. Register by Thursday, October 12.

FRANCIS OF ASSISI PAINT

AND SIP October 18 – Wednesday
1:00- 3:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Julia Walsh, FSPA and Earthgoods staff
St. Francis of Assisi, Italy (1181-1226) is the patron saint of peacemaking and ecology. We’ll pray, examine a bit of his life and legacy, then try to capture a bit of his joy for the goodness of Creation on a canvas. Under the guidance of Earthgoods staff in Minocqua, our creative activity will bring us from a blank canvas to a painting of St. Francis of Assisi that we can take home. No painting experience necessary. $30.00 includes supplies, art instruction and program. Call 715-385-3750 to register by Wednesday, October 11.

LECTIO DIVINA, LECTIO VIDA, LECTIO VISIO

October 19, November 16 and December 14 – Thursdays
9:30-11:30 a.m. Presenter: Pat Pintens Looking for a way to pray the Scriptures? A way to pray your life experiences, questions, joys, etc.? A way to pray the world around you? Lectio Divina, Vida and Visio is an ancient way for modern people to pray and uncover spiritual depth in the Scriptures, one’s life, and the world one lives in. Suggested offering $10.00 each session. Come for one session or the entire series. Register by Monday,October 16.

ENTERING THE HEART OF AUTUMN

October 25 – Wednesday
9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
Surrendering, barrenness, remembering, relinquishing, transforming are more strongly felt actions in the fall season and a normal part of our human journey. Let us gather to ponder some of these realities and what they may be inviting us to nurture or consider. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Monday, October 23.

MORTALITY ON THE HORIZON

October 26 – Thursday
9:00-11:30 a.m. Presenter: Pat Pintens At some point in their lives when people look to the future it seems shorter than their pasts. They find themselves asking: “If I have fifteen to twenty years to li I wave, how do I want to live? What is it I want to do? Come explore the questions and the gifts (blessings) that seeing ‘mortality on the horizon’ can bring. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Monday, October 23.

PASTELS

September 5-7
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 5: Open Fields
Wednesday, September 6: Rushing Rivers/ Falls
Thursday, September 7: Forest/ Trees
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Using quality pastels allows you to create wonderful, colorful paintings. We will paint with them to create 16×20-inch paintings of the subject, similar to the pastel pictured. Bring soft pastels and pastel supplies if you have them. If you are a beginner, some general supplies are available. Also bring a lunch as well as related photos of moving streams, or waterfalls for the particular subject of the day. Fee: $30.00 each. Attend one session or all. Register by Friday, September 1.

“SHRINRIN-YOKU” (Forest Bathing)

September 7 – Thursday
9:00-11:30 a.m. Presenter: Pat Pintens If you like walking slowly, touching, looking and listening, discovering and wondering, you will like the Japanese approach to being in a forest called “Shinrin-Yoku,” in English “Forest Bathing.” We will meet at Marywood and proceed to the Fallison Lake trail. Call Marywood for further information. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Tuesday, September 5.

IONS: SCIENCE AND SPIRITUALITY

September 7 – Thursday
12:30-3:00 p.m.
Coordinators: Jan Lewis & Marla Lang, FSPA
IONS (Institute of Noetic Sciences) is an international group founded in 1973 by Apollo 14 astronaut Edgar Mitchell. Noetic comes from the Greek, “noesis/noetikos” meaning inner/intuitive knowing. The gathering explores scientific findings with wisdom traditions to expand our understanding of consciousness and questions such as “who am I” and “who are we.” All are welcome to one or more meetings. Next gatherings will be October 5, November 2 and December 7. Suggested offering $10.00.

GOD’S PRESENCE IN The Mystical POETRY OF JESSICA POWERS

September 11 – Monday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Presenter: Pat Pintens Where do you see God’s presence? A painting? A flower? A child’s face? Poet Jessica Powers, a Carmelite nun, found God in each of these, but most especially in the human soul. Her poetry invites you to do the same. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Thursday, September 7.

LISTENING OURSELVES INTO LIFE

September 12 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Presenters: Dick Bruesehoff and Marla Lang, FSPA
Together we will explore how listening shapes our relationships with God and with each other in our various faith communities. Various aspects of our listening will examine how it actively reflects the heart of God engaged with us and us with God. Listening will be explored also as a sacred form of hospitality in our relationships with the troubled, the sick and the dying in our families and beyond. Suggested offering $20.00. Bring a bag lunch. Register by Friday, September 8.

OUT OF DARKNESS & RUBBLE

September 15 – Friday
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 Noon
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
What messages flow from rubble? Why do we observe the feast of the Holy Cross and Our Lady of Sorrows today? Where is God in the mess? What is evident in the darkness that one cannot see in the light? How does one pray in darkness? Let us together examine such questions. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Wednesday, September 13.

DAY OF SELF AND SPIRITUAL RENEWAL

September 16 – Saturday
9:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Julia Walsh, FSPA and Fern & Folk staff
Join us for a day of self-care and spiritual rejuvenation! On this mini-retreat day, we’ll meditate, experience gentle exercise, enjoy a vegetarian lunch, have time for private reflection, and savor some pampering from the staff of Fern & Folk Spa & Shop. Bring a mat and wear comfortable clothes. Fee: $75.00. Massages available for an additional fee. Register by Wednesday, September 13.

MOTHER TERESA: COME BE MY LIGHT

September 18 –
Monday
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
Mother Teresa of Calcutta’s private writings in “Come Be My Light,” and her extraordinary faith and strength in the face of emptiness, doubt and darkness, will be the focus of our discussion. We will explore how this is truly food for our own journey. The book is not necessary. Please bring a friend and a bag lunch for this four-hour session. Suggested donation $20.00 Register by Friday, September 15.

BREAD BLESSINGS

September 19 – Tuesday
9 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Presenter: Pat Pintens Fresh, warm bread served with butter and honey is better than ice cream. If you’re not sure about that, join in making an artisan multigrain bread, a rye bread and Dutch raisin bread. You’re sure to discover and enjoy the blessings of making bread. Suggested offering $20.00. Register by Thursday, September 14.

PEACEMAKING IN AN AGE OF VIOLENCE

September 21 – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Facilitator: Julia Walsh, FSPA Jesus taught us to love our enemies and “turn the other cheek.” But, how can one be a peacemaker and live nonviolently in these tumultuous times? This workshop will explore the Christian tradition of peacemaking and ways to follow Jesus nonviolently. Suggested donation $15.00. Register by Monday, September 18.

RETREAT: THE SACRED GIFT OF LISTENING

September 22-26, 2017
Friday 5:30 p.m. – Tuesday 1:00 p.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
The gift of listening is a key to cultivating peace in our relationships and, hence, peace in our world. Besides “listening beyond words,” we will examine ways to be more specific in how we connect and engage with God and with another as gift to the “other.” Each morning includes a presentation and communal prayer. Afternoons will be free for rest and to explore listening. After the evening meal there will be sharing and communal prayer. Spiritual direction will be available if desired as part of the retreat. Fee: $375 residents includes all needs and a private room in a shared lakeside cabin. Include a $100 deposit (refundable if reservation is cancelled by August 20). Commuters $175 (deposit $50). Register by Monday, August 28.

WRITING A SPIRITUAL AUTOBIOGRAPHY

September 27 – Wednesday
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Facilitated by: Dick Brusehoff and Julia Walsh, FSPA For many, writing is a spiritual practice. When it comes to reflection on your past experiences and your future dreams, writing can be a practice that offers opportunities for integration and increased awareness. This workshop will provide an opportunity for you to begin the process. Suggested donation $20.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Friday, September 22.

REFLECTIVE FISHING

September 28 – Thursday
2:00-9:00 p.m. Facilitated by: Dick Brusehoff and Julia Walsh, FSPA An afternoon and evening of paddling and fishing on Trout Lake will offer all sorts of opportunities for connecting to the Creator. Bring your fishing gear and license. Suggested donation $30.00. Supper is provided. Register by Monday, September 2.

Special opportunity without travel …
SKYPE AND SIP FOR SPIRITUAL SEEKERS

First Tuesday of each month:
January 3 • February 7 • March 7 • April 4 • May 2
3:00-4:00 p.m. (Central Time)
Facilitator: Julia Walsh, FSPA
Join our new faith sharing discussion group from anywhere via your device with Skype. Grab your beverage of choice, light a candle, and join our contemplative conversation. Our first conversation will explore what spiritual practices help us pause and connect with the Divine in the midst of our busy days. $5 suggested offering each session. Please call 715-385-3750 at least 24 hours prior to session to join the discussion. Include your Skype profile name, email address and phone number.

Women’s Christmas
An Epiphany Celebration for Wise Women  Please use S Julia’s description from the cards she made.

SPIRITUAL CHECK-UP TIME
January 6 – Friday
1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
As we move into 2017, we are invited to look at where the journeys of our lives are moving. What is becoming more visible? What are we learning? What may be breaking through? What is needing more focus? What are we feeling called to celebrate? Join us in this time of guided reflection.Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Wednesday, January 4.

WINTER “SHINRIN-YOKU’’
(Forest Bathing)
January 12 – Thursday
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
“Forest bathing” is a Japanese approach to walking in the forest. It is a slow, deliberate immersion in nature. Come bathe yourself in the white, beautiful silence of the winter forest. Dress warmly. Snowshoes might be needed. We willmeet at Marywood and proceed to a winter trail. Call Marywood for further information. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Monday, January 9.

THE WINTER OF THE SPIRIT
January 17 – Tuesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Dick Bruesehoff
Has your life ever brought you into the places of deep darkness? Do you experience winter as a fallow time? Winter—whether literal or figurative—can be a time to explore the ways in which our spirit conspires with (that is, “breathes with”) the Spirit for new life and growth in us—even during the dark times. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Friday, January 13.

WHERE DO WE FIT IN?
January 18 – Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
Using a blend of Psalms 8 and 139 as well as the recent encyclical, Laudate Si, we will reflect on their wisdom regarding our role in God’s creation. We will also ponder some of the wonders that can be seen in the magnitude of the cosmos and some of the microscopic delights that have only been seen recently. Where are we called to fit into this array of wonderment?Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Monday, January 16.

YOUNG ADULTS (18-35 years)
WEEKEND RETREAT
January 20 – 22
Friday 3:00 – Sunday 11:30
Facilitator: Julia Walsh, FSPA
Get away from your busy schedule and unplug from your devices. Tune into God for an entire weekend to see what wonders emerge. This contemplative retreat will consist of talks on discipleship plus much prayer and a chance to relax with others. $215 includes a private room in a shared cabin and
all needs. $175 for a shared room and all needs. Commuters $165. Partial scholarships available. Register by Friday, January 6.

PRAY ALL WAYS
January 26 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
St. Paul encouraged us to “pray always.” It might help us to “pray always” if we were to “pray all
ways.” One of the most available and easy means of prayer is the use of our senses – gifts God has
given us. We will practice various ways of praying with our eyes (sight), ears (sound), noses
(smell), mouths (taste) and skin (touch). Who knew our bodies were naturally equipped for praying
always! Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Tuesday, January 24.

WHAT JESUS REALLY MEANT WHEN HE SAID “TURN THE OTHER CHEEK”
January 31 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m.-Noon
Presenter: Julia Walsh, FSPA
Come learn how to live Jesus’ teachings on non-violence and pray for peace. This workshop will examine Gospel non-violence, Pope Francis’ promotion of peace and the momentum stirring in the Church for a shift away from a Just War theory to a culture of Just Peace since the Vatican Conference on Non-Violence and Just Peace in April 2016. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by  Tuesday, January 24.

THE GIFT OF YEARS
December 1 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
As we begin the Advent Season, not only people facing aging but everyone may find themselves desiring to live a more spiritually centered and balanced life. We will examine some of Joan Chittister’s reflections on living into the values offered every day, about growing older with grace. . . the struggles, temptations and surprises, the potential and joys. Suggested offering $10.00.

PRAY AS YOU CAN – NOT AS YOU CAN’T
December 6 – Tuesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: 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.

ADVENT: WHEN GOD INTERRUPTS OUR LIVES
December 7 – Wednesday
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
Our lives are filled with interruptions. Some we welcome some we can dowithout. Have you ever thought of the ANNUNCIATION as an interruption? What was Mary doing when Gabriel knocked on her door? Let’s explore the annunciation story to discover some of the graces that interruptions can bring
into our lives-even when we’re busy getting ready for Christmas. Bring a lunch. Suggested offering $15.00.

CHURCH SECRETARIES’ DAY AWAY
November 3 – Thursday
9:30 a.m. – 2:15p.m.
Presenters: Marla Lang, FSPA and Pat Pintens
The day’s focus is one of spiritual and practical helps for Church Secretaries and Office Personnel of all faith traditions. Your invaluable ministry needs you to also seek “time out” plus supportive ideas from others and refreshment for the journey. Suggested offering – $30.00 each; $50.00 for two from same Church or cluster; $65.00 for three. Register by Monday, October 31.

HAND-MAKING OF CHRISTMAS CARDS
November 7 – Monday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Karen Kappell, FSPA
Using water-media and printing techniques we will create cards that add a special personal touch to our Christmas greeting. Working with watercolor paper (supplied), we will use water media and sprays to create large sheets with a free formed pattern and then cut and develop smaller sections into cards by using a variety of techniques. Bring inks, watercolors, and any water media supplies and brushes. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Monday, October 31.

NEEDLE-FELTING
November 8 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Needle felting is a fun and versatile hobby adaptable to art forms. Discover how amazing it is to design and sculpt wool with a specialized needle. You will be introduced to several easy steps enabling you to produce a variety of designs and inspiring you to experiment after the class with your own ideas. All materials will be provided. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Monday, October 31.

NATURE POETRY
November 9 – Wednesday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Julia Walsh FSPA
We’ll discuss samples of nature poetry, study a bit of technique, be challenged by a writing prompt and spend time in nature writing. At the end of the session we’ll share our creations and give each other feedback. This workshop is appropriate for writers at all levels. Suggested offering $20.00. Bring a lunch.

SETTLERS AND PILGRIMS
November 10 -Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Dick Bruesehoff
Two of the metaphors used to describe life are pilgrims and settlers. “I’m but a stranger here…” or “Bloom where you’re planted.” These two forms of faithful living are often pitted against each other and seen as opposing each other. Most of us, however, are usually doing both simultaneously. We’ll explore how we are living faithfully as both settlers and pilgrims.
Suggested offering $10.00.

HEALING GRATITUDE
November 14-Monday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
One of our first lessons in gratitude comes when we, as children, are taught to say the magic words: “please” and “thank you.” My most difficult lesson in gratitude came when my young nephew died. I discovered that gratitude isn’t magical, it’s healing. Let’s explore together the healing power of gratitude. Suggested offering $10.00.

PRAYER WITHOUT WORDS
November 16 – Wednesday
9:30 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Presenters: 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.

THE SACREDNESS OF FOOD AND EATING
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 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. Suggested offering. Register by Friday, November 11.

WATERCOLOR: WATER WEBBING
October 3 – Monday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Paper Transformed: Imagine tiny threads of color vibrating from the paint source. That is what
water webbing has to offer. It is a beautiful delicate effect and a soft method touse with watercolor paintings. We will learn this technique which works especially with a creation of background with watercolors. Bring watercolors, a stretched half-sheet of stretched watercolor paper, photos of flora, and a spray bottle with a soft mister. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Monday, September 26.

ANNIVERSARY OF ST FRANCIS’ DEATH
October 3 – Monday
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Location: Holy Family Church
All “Francisciscans in heart” are invited to this prayer and social time celebrating St. Francis’ passing from
death to full life.

WATERCOLOR COLLAGE
October 4 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
After altering rice paper with watercolors or using already altered papers (provided), we will create a
collage which could be further enhanced with watercolors or fluid acrylics. Landscapes or abstracts are a
good subject for this project. Papers for the collage must be glued on either a canvas board, stretched watercolor sheet, or other surface that will not warp when wet. Please bring that board or watercolor paper and watercolor supplies. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register byMonday, September 26.

LANDSCAPES WITH ATMOSPHERE
October 5 – Wednesday
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Using gouache and watercolor, we will create landscape or waterscape paintings with a focus on atmospheric changes such as a misty early morning, fog rising off a lake, or clearing after arain. Bring your photos of these light effects and we will focus on paintings that capture the feeling of the day.
Bring watercolor supplies and a stretched watercolor sheet of 140# paper. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch,
Register by Tuesday, September 27.

THE QUESTIONS GOD ASKS
October 6 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
God asks us challenging questions: “Where are you?” “What do you want me to do for you?” The right answers to the questions God asks us lie deep within us. Let us take some time to listen to some of God’s questions and our possible answers. Suggested offering $10.00.

FEAST OF THE HOLY ROSARY ON THE ROAD
October 7 – Friday
10:00-11:30 a.m.
Guide: Ann Egan
Our Lady Queen of Peace Church, Manitowish Waters, recently completed installation of new, stainedglass
windows of Mary, our Blessed Mother. In 2010, nine, side-wall windows, each an image of a Madonna from around the world, were installed. They reflect the Marian devotion found in the various nationalities of
those who worship there. In 2015, the peak window was installed, a uniquely designed Madonna and Child and a culminating tribute to Our Lady Queen of Peace. Together, the windows are enduring signs of the congregation’s devotion to Mary and a symbol of hope for peace in the world. You are invited to go directly to the Church by 10:00 or be at Marywood to carpool by 9:45. Our Lady Queen of Peace Church is located at 5610 Hwy 51 S, the juncture of Birch Hill Road and Hwy 51. Besides learning more about this stained glass tribute to Mary by Ann Egan, we will pray the rosary and enjoy some refreshments. Contact person – Marla Lang, FSPA; to register, call 715-385-3750. Suggested offering $10.00.

FRIENDS OF GOD AND PROPHETS The Biblical Foundations of Friendship
October 14-15, 2016
Friday – 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Saturday – 9:00-11:00 a.m. and 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Laurie Brink, O.P., Ph.D.
“Friends of God and Prophets: The Biblical Foundations of Friendship” makes two extraordinary claims: that our life’s ultimate goal is friendship with God and that the Scriptures provide the roadmap. Friendship with
God is a gift of Holy Wisdom (Wis 7:27). God speaks to Moses face to face as one speaks to a friend (Exod
33:11). And most striking of all these biblical examples, Jesus calls his own disciples “friends” (John 15:15). This program engages a dynamic process that integrates personal experience with biblical study in order to trace the emerging theology of friendship in the Scriptures and to show us how we can become “friends of God and prophets.” $30.00 includes all three sessions. Register by Friday, October 7.

SPIRITUAL GRANDPARENTING
October 19 – Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
With the swelling number of new seniors, how can children and youth experience the elders’ spiritual wisdom? Join us as we examine practical ways to foster such relationships with the grandchildren’s generations. Suggested offering $10.00.

PRAYING WITH “GREENING BEADS”
October 20 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenters: Dick and Naomi Brusehoff
God’s deepest desire is for the health and wholeness of all of the beloved creation. Come and experience various prayer forms while stringing a set of greening beads that can be used in prayer. The prayer beads can help connect with and pray for each other, strengthen our prayer lives, and keep us attuned to God’s world. Suggested offering $10.00.

THE SACREDNESS OF FOOD AND EATING
Session Two: SUSTAINABILITY
October 20 – 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, sustainabilityand 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. Suggested offering $20.00. Register by Friday, October 14.

MOVING WITH JESUS, THE WAY, HIKING RETREAT
Friday, October 21 – 7:00 p.m.– Sunday, October 23 – 11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Julia Walsh, FSPA
This weekend hiking retreat will consist of prayer centered on journeying with Jesus, The Way. As disciples of
The Way we will be nourished by time in nature, communal meals, Biblical input, and evening campfires. Residents $215.00 includes a private room in a shared cabin and all needs. Commuters $165.00. Register by Friday, October 7.

BLESSING BASKETS
October 25 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
Looking for the ‘perfect gift’? A blessing basket could be the ‘perfect gift’ for someone special, a relative, friend, neighbor, co-worker, etc., for any occasion or circumstance. Bring a small basket (about 6 to 8 inch diameter, oblong or square), and any used greeting cards you would like to repurpose (cards will also be available at Marywood). Share in the fun of making a blessing basket. Suggested offering $15.00. Register by Friday, October 21.

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.