Daily
Mary of the Angels Chapel tours
Monday through Saturday 9-10:45 a.m., and 1-3 p.m.; Sunday 1-3 p.m. We ask that groups of 20 or more call ahead for an appointment, 608-784-2288. For the health and safety of our sisters and employees, we ask that anyone feeling ill please postpone his/her visit to St. Rose. Thank you for your assistance.

 

2012 Global Awareness Through Experience programs

GATE will offer programs to El Salvador, Mexico, Guatemala and Peru in 2012. Visit GATE for more information.

 

Every other Thursday (January 5 to April 12, 2012)
Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton
Prairiewoods Spirituality Center
Facilitator: Betty Daugherty, FSPA

This group uses the series Bridges of Contemplative Living, to reflect and discuss various topics related to contemplative living. Contact Prairiewoods for more information.

 

February 7, 2012
T'ai Chi Chih
Prairiewoods Spirituality Center
Facilitator: Nancy Hoffman, FSPA

T'ai Chi Chih is a series of 20 movements that are slow, gentle and easily done by anyone. The movements promote physical , mental, emotional and spiritual harmony and well-being. For more information, contact Prairiewoods.

 

Wednesdays - February 1 and February 8, 2012
Who is this Woman We Call Clare of Assisi?
Franciscan Spirituality Center
Facilitator: Joan Weisenbeck, FSPA

It is the year of Clare of Assisi. Franciscans around the world are celebrating the 800th year of her decision to follow in the way of Francis of Assisi. In this three-part series, Clare will speak to us in her own words and inspire us to hold sacred the journey that is ours. We will gaze upon the person Clare to see clearly the gift of the feminine Franciscan heritage. For more information contact the Franciscan Spirituality Center.

 

Fridays - February 24; March 23; April 20, 2012 - 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Journey of the Universe
WomanWell
Facilitators: Delmarie Gibney, FSPA, and Corrina Thomas, FSPA

Brian Swimme and Mary Evelyn Tucker have created a wonderful one hour DVD on the Universe Story. Each session begins with a short snippet of the DVD and then ponders what new understanding and spiritual growth we are being called to at this time in our evolutionary journey. The evening will begin with a light meal of soup and bread followed by the DVD and discussion. For more information conact WomanWell.

 

February 12-18, 2012 - Sunday 5 p.m. thru Saturday 10 a.m.
Grace Through Creativity
Marywood Spirituality Center
Directors: Karen Kappell, FSPA, and Kathy Lentsch, OSF

Soul searching can be fun! This retreat will feature Zen drawing, journaling, Haiku, poetry, Mandala, soul painting, collage, meditative doodling, prayer and quiet time. No art experience required. Contat Marywood for more information.

February 20, 2012
Muslim Women
Marywood Spirituality Center
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA

Learn about the real life and faith of American Muslim women through this video conversation with Sister Marla Lang and four American Muslin women. Contact Marywood for more information.

 

February 21, 2012
Our Journey Through Lent Begins
Marywood Spirituality Center
Presenter: Pauline Wittry, FSPA

As Lent begins, what will we do to make our lives more meaningful? Looking at the lives of our foremothers and fathers can give us the courage we need. For more information contact Marywood.

 

February 24, 2012 - 6:30 pm. to February 26, 2012, 1 p.m.
Forgiveness: A Gift to Give Yourself Retreat
Prairiewoods Spirituality Center
Facilitator: Vince Hatt, affiliate

This retreat will help you learn and practice steps in the forgiveness process, as well as discover how to maintain a spirit of forgiveness in your life. Contact Prairiewoods for more information.

February 25, 2012
Reclaim Your Intuition
Franciscan Spirituality Center
Presenter: Jean Kasparbauer, FSPA

 

March 4-10, 2012
Integrating Energy Centers of the Body - A retreat focusing on self-care and creativity
Marywood Spirituality Center
Facilitator: Karen Kappell, FSPA, and Roselyn Heil, FSPA

Participants will revive their spirits by focusing on the seven core energy centers in the body. The retreat will provide experience in art, storytelling, music, and more. Participants will learn ways of going to the source of God's healing through meditation, ritual and dialogue. For more information visit the Marywood website.

 

March 31, 2012 - 9:00-4:00
Celebrating Clare of Assisi
Franciscan Spirituality Center

Watch our website for a day with Clare of Assisi to celebrate the 800th anniversary of her decision to follow Francis of Assisi’s way of life. Join us for this day and learn about this amazing woman who founded the Order of the Poor Clares.

 

April 13-15, 2012
June 15-17, 2012
Come & See
St. Rose Convent, La Crosse, Wis.

Come & See Weekends are designed for women, ages 19-50, to consider the call to live a Franciscan lifestyle. These weekends allow participants to become better acquainted with our community through learning more about FSPA and Franciscanism in the 21st century as well as through prayer, reflection, and discerning in a supportive spiritual environment. Contact FSPA Membership for more information.

 

April 19-24, 2012
Vacation with a Purpose: The Grandeur of God
Marywood Spirituality Center
Facilitator: Roselyn Heil, FSPA

Each day we will awaken to the Divine presence in our midst, exploring forest and waterfalls as spring breaks upon the land and water. Contact Marywood for more information.

 

April 27-29, 2012
Life as a Labyrinth
WomenWell
Facilitator: Corrina Thomas, FSPA

A labyrinth is a winding path that always leads to the center. First comes the journey inward, toward the sacred space where change happens. Next, time is spent in the center where new life begins. Finally comes the journey outward and the return to the world as a transformed person. For more information on the labyrinth workshop, contact Womanwell.

 

May 19, 2012
Coulee Region RSVP "Who will be Smarter than a 5th Grader?"
10 a.m. to noon
Valley View Mall, La Crosse, Wis.

Sister Mary Ann Gschwind joins this year's fun as a local celebrity partnered with an area fifth grader competing to find out who is smarter than a fifth grader!

 

June 7-14, 2012
Cultivating Compassion: A Spirituality for the New Millennium
WomanWell
Facilitators: Marla Lang, FSPA, and Corrina Thomas, FSPA

Our vocation as human beings and Christians is fundamentally a call that implies a relationship that acknowledges and honors the sacredness of all matter. It is a perspective that invites us into a deeply compassionate love for oneself and all creation. At this retreat we will create a nurturing space and time to reflect on this all-encompassing and liberating truth. For more information contact WomanWell.