Practice movements designed to maintain health and balance throughout lifeQigong consists of various Chinese therapeutic exercises designed to align body, breath, and mind in a manner that brings about optimal health as well as physical and emotional balance.Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art usually done in a slow, dance-like manner designed to train our ability to […]
Participate in a day-long retreat, based on Parker Palmer's idea of a "hidden wholeness" within us, where we will explore our authentic selves in community with othersSaturday, May 2, 9:30 a.m.–4 p.m. U.S. Central TimeCircle of Trust© retreats offer participants an immersive experience of the Courage & Renewal© approach. Sponsored by the Center for Courage & Renewal (CCR) founded by […]
Participate in an African/Latin/Native drum circle in a fun afternoon with Drum IowaJoin Drum Iowa and Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) for a lively drum circle. Don’t forget your drums! (We also will have instruments available for you to borrow.) You don’t need to be a magnificent drummer or musician to enjoy this fun afternoon, […]
Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every […]
Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every […]
Come together in silence to meditate in communityMondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. U.S. Central TimeJoin a weekly gathering of new and long-time meditators who share the simple goal of sitting together. This is not a class on mindfulness but an open time to sit and meditate in silence together. We check in with one another, and share the recent […]
Bask in the resonant sound of Himalayan and crystal singing bowlsfirst & third Mondays, 6:30–7:30 p.m. U.S. Central TimeExperience sound, stillness, playfulness and relaxation through the enigmatic vibrations of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls. During this in-person hour at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha), Kathy Broghammer will lead us to connect with our inner […]
Mindfully breath during this four-week series at PrairiewoodsWhat if the doorway to calm, clarity, and connection has been with you all along — flowing quietly in and out with every breath?Breath is the most constant rhythm of our lives. It shapes our blood pressure, digestion, stress levels, anxiety, and overall well-being. Yet most of us […]
Walk the indoor labyrinth, an ancient spiritual tool for going inward and connecting with SpiritTuesday, May 5, 1–2 p.m. U.S. Central TimeOn Tuesday May 5th, thousands of people will participate in the annual World Labyrinth Day as a moving meditation for peace and celebration of the labyrinth experience. Many participants will “Walk as One at 1” […]
Get brief introductions to aspects of mindfulness and self-compassion during a four-week seriesThis will be our fifth series—and there is still so much more to discover. Whether you’ve participated in a previous series or are joining for the very first time, you are warmly invited into this circle of learning and practice.Together we will explore […]
Engage monthly in communal reflection on the insights of Teilhard de Chardin, Ilia Delio and similar deep thinkersfirst Wednesday, 6–7:30 p.m. U.S. Central TimeWhat is the future of our planetary spirit? What is our role in the religion of the future? This Christophany Group meets online to discuss challenging books, articles, podcasts and webinars offered by the […]
Focus on you in a full day of renewal and rejuvenationThursday, May 7, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. U.S. Central TimeFind complete rest and relaxation for mind, body and spirit during a Day of Self Renewal at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). This tranquil day facilitated by Rev. Jean Sullivan features your choice of two services, group meditation […]
Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every […]
Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every […]
Participate in gentle qigong movements for energy, equanimity and peaceThursday, May 7, 12:45–1:35 p.m. U.S. Central TimeBased on age-old Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), this gentle and accessible class involves meditative, healing energy and compassion-based standing movement, breath work, visualization, acupressure and seated practice. Facilitator Rev. Dr. Catherine Quehl-Engel will guide us to begin by opening, […]
Relax and rebalance mind, body and spirit through singing bowls and yogic sleepThursday, May 7, 1:45–2:30 p.m. U.S. Central TimeRebalance mind, body and spirit through the soothing, penetrating power of healing sound and vibration via singing bowls. Then drop into deepest levels of relaxation and peace through authentic, age-old yogic sleep (yoga nidra)—a reclined, meditative […]
Connect at a deep level with an hour of online spiritual conversationThursdays, 4–5 p.m. U.S. Central TimeGo Deeper Thursdays is an ongoing personal exploration and deepening in community. This online group began during the pandemic as an opportunity to be in community while physically isolated. Over the years, we have seen many faces and heard […]
Delve into the truths of human existence using the writings of Thomas Mertonfirst & third Thursdays, 7–8:30 p.m. U.S. Central TimeJoin the Merton Group as we slowly explore New Seeds of Contemplation, one of Thomas Merton’s best-loved books. As one of the great spiritual leaders of our time, Merton invites readers to join him as he plants wise […]
Drop in anytime to watch Dr. Bernstein net, band, and release birds from the Prairiewoods land!Join ornithologist Dr. Neil Bernstein at Prairiewoods for a special bird banding program. Drop in anytime to watch Dr. Bernstein net, band, and release birds from the Prairiewoods land. You’ll have an opportunity to learn about the equipment used, the […]