Upcoming Events at Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
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Hatha Way Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga in the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Certified yoga instructors Cindy Hathaway and Carla Brems offer six classes at Prairiewoods each week, including Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m. with Cindy and from 5:30–6:30 p.m. with Carla) and Chair Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 10:45–11:45 a.m. with Cindy). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to come for one or all classes. Cindy, who has practiced yoga for ten years and taught for five, is certified as a Transformational Yoga Instructor through Jackie Chiodo of the Anamaya Resort in Costa Rica. Carla is a RYT 200 Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor. She enjoys teaching Hatha-style yoga in a relaxed atmosphere so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Come see how Cindy and Carla can help you benefit from yoga! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register, contact Cindy at cindylhathaway@gmail.com or 319-431-6597.</p> 2017-08-19 10:30:00 -0500
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Drumming for Healing at Prairiewoods
<p>Feel the Creator’s rhythm inside you during a drum circle. Join facilitator Sheri Mealhouse (Hawkwoman) at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. In the cosmic experience, drumming touches us at a deep level and brings all creation together as a community. Especially now, when our external and internal worlds can be so polarized, communication that bears witness to creative love is very important. Drumming—and feeling the Creator’s rhythm inside of us—resonates with a variety of people. All racial, economic, denominational and other differences can disappear when a group of people share rhythm. As you prayerfully listen to other drummers in order to make music, the whole group becomes one! These drum circles take place monthly, and you may attend one or all. No experience is necessary. You are welcome to bring your own drum or use one of ours. This drum circle will meet near the pond south of the Center if the weather is nice or in the Art Room during inclement weather. A free-will offering to the facilitator will be accepted. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2019-02-15 19:00:00 -0600
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Earth Day: Eco-Grief & Earth Healing at Prairiewoods
<p>This Earth Day, come to Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) to honor this special day for our Earth community. The grief we experience as humans and our grief for Earth are linked. We feel her pain, and she feels ours. Join Prairiewoods staff members Laura Weber and Emelia Sautter as we explore this topic of eco-grief and spend time together outdoors giving and receiving healing energy. We are all one Earthly family! The cost is $10, and registration is required by April 22 at noon. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2018-02-13 20:00:00 -0600
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Seeing IS Believing: Visio Divina at Prairiewoods
<p>Come together in a circle of trust to integrate imagination, learning and prayer through the practice of Visio Divina, or holy seeing, at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) on Tuesday mornings. A contemplative practice of praying the Scriptures while viewing visual art, Visio Divina involves listening to the word of God, viewing art, pondering God’s message, letting your heart speak and resting in God. Various works of art are used for the sessions, including pieces from <em>The Saint John's Bible,</em> professional artists and local artists. The sessions, facilitated by Lois Ocenosak, stand alone, so you may attend one or all. The cost is $5 per session. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2018-02-13 11:45:00 -0600
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Y.O.L.O. (Your Other Lunch Option!) at Prairiewoods
<p>Tired of the same old lunch places? Need to renew your body and refresh your spirit in a beautiful setting? Join us for Y.O.L.O.<em> (Your Other Lunch Option!) </em>at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha)—a lunch choice celebrating wholesome, fresh food made from scratch by chefs Tara King and Laurie Erlacher in Prairiewoods’ no-waste kitchen! Dine in a community setting (at small-group or communal tables) with friends you bring with you or new friends you meet over a delicious themed lunch. On April 24, indulge in decadent foods focused on a World Book Day theme! Fellowship begins at 11:30, and the buffet line opens at noon. Registration is required at least two days in advance, and each lunch will be limited to 35 people. The cost is $12. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-10-22 13:30:00 -0500
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Wednesday Women at Prairiewoods
<p>Join women seeking spiritual enrichment, inspiration and motivation. This vibrant group of women finds spiritual growth in the supportive setting of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Come any Wednesday! Topics arise from within the hearts and minds of those gathered. In May we will continue exploring <em>The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know is Possible</em> by Charles Eisenstein, Prairiewoods’ 2019 <em>Spirituality in the 21<sup>st</sup> Century</em> speaker. Deep reflection, learning, lively conversation, laughter, storytelling and inquiry all generate incredible energy and spiritual stimulation. We will also view TED Talks, converse, reflect, support and challenge one another to personal growth, no matter what stage of life. This group, led by Ann Jackson, PBVM, will meet only twice this summer, June 19 and July 24, and resume weekly sessions after Labor Day. The cost is $10 per session, and registration is not necessary. For more information, contact Sister Ann at ajackson@prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700, ext. 203.</p> 2017-07-01 11:30:00 -0500
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