Participate in a week-long Silent Directed Retreat to delve deeply into the healing properties of silence Sunday, May 31, 5 p.m.–Saturday, June 6, 1 p.m. U.S. Central TimeWe invite you to consider this question: What’s the deepest silence you’ve ever known? Silent Directed Retreats offer opportunities to enter into deep silence to sense what it feels like to awaken […]
Start your day with gentle movement and deep breathing in nature when you join us Sundays for Morning Hatha Yoga on the landStart your Sunday with calm and clarity at Morning Hatha Yoga with Breathing Room Yoga. This gentle, grounding class welcomes all levels and focuses on breath, mobility, and mindful movement. Sundays at 9:00 […]
Join with a small group of reflective men about the transformations we go through as we age second & fourth Thursdays, 4–5:30 p.m. U.S. Central TimeBehavioral scientists and spiritual guides have noted a major transformation in the life direction of many men as we mature. It may happen gradually or abruptly, as early as our 20s or in […]
Connect at a deep level with an hour of online spiritual conversation Thursdays, 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 […]
Practice your knitting hobby in the company of new friends in this in-person time of creativity second Tuesday, 9:30–11:30 a.m., & fourth Wednesday, 6–8 p.m. U.S. Central TimePractice knitting and stitching in the company of new friends! This is a group of crafters of various skill levels who create handmade goods for charity at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson […]
Shake up your lunch routine with a wholesome, fresh lunch made by the Prairiewoods chefsWednesday, May 27, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. U.S. Central TimeTired of the same old lunch places? Let’s renew our bodies and refresh our spirits in a beautiful setting! Join Prairiewoods for YOLO (Your Other Lunch Option)—a lunch choice celebrating wholesome, fresh food […]
Relax and be rejuvenated by silent centering prayer second & fourth Tuesdays, 5:30–7 p.m. U.S. Central TimeJoin a supportive group of people for Evening Centering Prayer at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). This contemplative prayer form assists people in deepening relationships with God or Source of All Being. Each evening invites participants to […]
Relax and rebalance mind, body and spirit through singing bowls and yogic sleep Friday, May 22, 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 […]
Leaf and flower pressing as a way to preserve and arrange plantsRefresh your skills or be introduced to leaf & flower pressing, an age-old art as well as a scientific tool. Build a simple plant press and learn what layers go inside it as well as learn to arrange plant parts inside the press for […]
Focus on you in a full day of renewal and rejuvenationFriday, May 22, 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 […]
Delve into the truths of human existence using the writings of Thomas Merton first & 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 […]
Connect at a deep level with an hour of online spiritual conversation Thursdays, 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 […]