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November 2019
Coffee with the Mystics
Mystics lived and wrote about encounters between the soul and God. Their writings have universal and permanent value. Their teachings are timeless – always meeting some of the most urgent needs of those seeking God in our present age. Choose either Saturday morning (10 a.m. to noon) or Tuesday morning (9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.) (all EDT) Sept. 21 or 24; This workshop will focus on St. Clare of Assisi and St. Francis of Assisi and presented by Sister Cathy Campbell, SP.…
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Dementia: Approach is Everything
Join us and learn new and creative approaches, skills and strategies for ensuring the comfort, safety and well-being of persons living with brain changes as well as their caregivers.We will also explore best practices along with practical tips. There will also be time for discussion among those attending. This workshop is not just for people living with dementia and their caregivers. Everybody can benefit from this. (Also on Jan. 8, there is another session "Dementia-related caregiver support")
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Memory Café
A Memory Café is a welcoming place where people living with early to moderate dementia, together with their care partners (and/or family and friends), can gather together to laugh, learn and remain socially connected with others walking the same journey. Memory Cafés are designed to bring people together in the time honored tradition of enjoying a beverage and conversation. They afford opportunities for engagement, support and networking in addition to offering a welcome respite from the day-to-day challenges of dementia.…
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Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month. (except for January when we will meet on the second Wednesday or Thursday) Do you have a love of art and a desire to charge up your creativity? Then plan on joining our Art and Soul Creating Guild. The guild is open to all regardless of art expertise. Many communities have art groups which meet regularly to…
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October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month. (except for January when we will meet on the second Wednesday or Thursday) Do you have a love of art and a desire to charge up your creativity? Then plan on joining our Art and Soul Creating Guild. The guild is open to all regardless of art expertise. Many communities have art groups which meet regularly to…
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Teen Volunteer opportunity
Are you 12-to-18 year olds? Come share your time and talents with our retired Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.
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Christmas Fun at the Woods
You're invited to enjoy a festive afternoon with the Sisters of Providence and our friends. There will be activities, crafts, cookie-decorating, face painting, wagon rides, a holiday sing-a-long and more. Dress up like an angel; view a 52-figure, hand-carved nativity scene, and delight in the miniature Christmas village. Make sure you see Santa at the North Pole Zone and meet our friendly alpacas! Bring your phone or camera - you'll want to take photos. Come early to take advantage of…
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Taizé Prayer Service
Slow down and unplug at this hour-long service that began in Taizé, Saône-et-Loire, Burgundy, France. Each service includes prayer, simple beautiful music, a time for silence and inspirational readings. Songs are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart. All faith traditions are welcome. A freewill collection is taken at each service and donated to a different nonprofit organization or charity. Taizé prayer service is offered on the second Tuesday of each month. 2019 Schedule January 8, February 12,…
Find out more »Memory Café
A Memory Café is a welcoming place where people living with early to moderate dementia, together with their care partners (and/or family and friends), can gather together to laugh, learn and remain socially connected with others walking the same journey. Memory Cafés are designed to bring people together in the time honored tradition of enjoying a beverage and conversation. They afford opportunities for engagement, support and networking in addition to offering a welcome respite from the day-to-day challenges of dementia.…
Find out more »January 2020
Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month. (except for January when we will meet on the second Wednesday or Thursday) Do you have a love of art and a desire to charge up your creativity? Then plan on joining our Art and Soul Creating Guild. The guild is open to all regardless of art expertise. Many communities have art groups which meet regularly to…
Find out more »Dementia-Related Caregiver Support
“God gave burdens, but He also gave shoulders.” ~ Yiddish Proverb Caring for loved ones living with dementia is an honor and a privilege. But for many it is also wrought with a fair amount of grief and isolation. Dementia is overwhelming not only for those experiencing it, but also for their caregivers and families. This is an opportunity for caregivers to share their stories, ask questions and receive support from others traveling a similar journey.
Find out more »Art to Lift your Spirit!
October 2019 (EDT) – March 2020 (EDT/EST) Choose either the first Wednesday (9:30 a.m.) or the first Thursday (6:30 p.m.) of the month. (except for January when we will meet on the second Wednesday or Thursday) Do you have a love of art and a desire to charge up your creativity? Then plan on joining our Art and Soul Creating Guild. The guild is open to all regardless of art expertise. Many communities have art groups which meet regularly to…
Find out more »We want to inspire and encourage you with our upcoming Retreats, Programs, Events and Opportunities here at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. With a variety of offerings for families and individuals, we hope there are several that you'll consider attending from September 2019–August 2020.
Whatever the occasion, we invite you to visit the Sisters of Providence and our beautiful grounds at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to serve you!
Download & plan ahead!
Get our 2019-2020 Retreats, Programs, Events and Opportunities booklet below, or request one be mailed to you by emailing jfrost@spsmw.org.