Taste and See the Goodness of the Lord
A BERRY WONDERFUL DAY
August 2 – Thursday
6:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Presenters: Pat Pintens and Sr. Marla Lang
Join two veteran berry pickers in gathering raspberries and blueberries in Bayfield. We’ll head out early and enjoy the blessings of sunshine, wild flowers, Lake Superior, and shared reflections on God’s goodness in creation and in those tasty berries! Wear your berry picking clothes and bring your berry pails and a noon lunch. Call Marywood for further information. Suggested offering for travel $20.00. Register by Monday, July 30.
MIXED MEDIA: Painting on Textured Background
August 2 – Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Using white rice paper and tissue combined with gesso, we will create a highly textured background for an abstract painting. When the background has dried, the painting will be finished with poured inks, watercolors, or fluid acrylics, done with several pours. A final coat of iridescence will add luster to areas in the painting. Materials will be available, but bring any you may have. Design suggestions for a successful abstract painting will be given. This class will stretch your imagination. You will need a half sheet of stretched watercolor paper that is approximately 15×20 inches. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Wednesday, July 25.
IONS (Science and Spirituality)
August 2 & 16 – Thursday (first & third Thursdays of the month)
12:30-3:00 p.m.
Facilitators: Jan Lewis and Marla Lang, FSPA
Noetic science means inner/intuitive knowing. The gatherings explore scientific findings and wisdom traditions to expand our understanding of consciousness and questions such as “who am I” and “who are we.” All are welcome to one or more gatherings. Suggested offering $10.00.
MIXED MEDIA: Highly Textured Landscape Painting
August 3 – Friday
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Presenter: Karen Kappell, FSPA
Using watercolors with graphite, inks, crayons and tools we will create a highly textured painting that will suggest a semi-abstract landscape. These materials will be available for the class, but participants need to bring a half sheet of 140# stretched watercolor paper or a 300# sheet. Also bring watercolors, brushes, masking tape, and photos for reference. Fee: $30.00. Bring a lunch. Register by Wednesday, July 25.
NATURE POETRY WORKSHOP
August 7 – Tuesday
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Facilitators: John Bates, Julia Walsh, FSPA and North Lakeland Discovery Center staff
Come to this day of reverencing words and contemplating the goodness of nature’s wonders! With a naturalist and experienced poet we’ll discuss samples of nature poetry, go on a guided nature walk, study a bit of writing technique, be challenged by a writing prompt and spend time in nature writing. At the end of the session we’ll share our creations and give each other feedback. This workshop is appropriate for poets at all levels. Fee: $35.00. Bring a lunch. The program will occur partly at Marywood Spirituality Center. Meet at North Lakeland Discovery Center, 14006 Discovery Lane, Manitowish Waters, WI 54545. Register by Friday, August 3.
THE HIDDEN LIFE OF TREES
August 8 – Wednesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
This initial look at how trees share food and communicate with each other is astonishing. How social trees are, how they pass electrical impulses through their roots, what they feel! These Northwoods trees surround us with their hidden lives and share miracles we seldom reflect upon. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Monday, August 6.
IONS (Science and Spirituality)
August 2 & 16 – Thursday (first & third Thursdays of the month)
12:30-3:00 p.m.
Facilitators: Jan Lewis and Marla Lang, FSPA
Noetic science means inner/intuitive knowing. Suggested offering $10.00.
DRUM-MAKING WORKSHOP
August 17-18 – Friday-Saturday
Friday 6:30 p.m. – Saturday 4:00 p.m.
Facilitator: Wayne Manthey
Drum maker Wayne Manthey has helped bring many drums to life all over the country. Participants use wood, deer hides, walnut stain and other natural elements to create a unique, personal drum. There is time for reflection and storytelling about the ancient spiritual tradition of drumming. Participants will go home with a homemade drum, drumstick, and rattle. Investment: Resident: $120.00 (includes bedroom in a shared lakeside cabin, meal, and program) Drum not included. Commuter: $90.00 (includes Saturday lunch and program). Drum not included.* Materials: (choose one)
*13-in. drum $110.00; 16-in. drum
$135.00. Register by Wednesday, August 1 (limit of 12).
ENCOUNTERING: PRESENCE IN NEW WAYS
August 21 – Tuesday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Marla Lang, FSPA
Listening, reading and reflecting are all ways of seeing with new eyes. As we become more culturally diverse, we are being called to hear “with the ear of our hearts,” to see the world as the others see it, to journey beyond ourselves. Share an encountering experience that left you changed or stunned or even embarrassed. Let’s help gift each other with one new understanding. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Monday, August 20.
SEEING THROUGH GOD’S EYES: A path to personal reconciliation and peace
August 23 – Thursday
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
Presenter: Sr. Laurie Brink, O.P., PhD
According to the Book of Genesis, everything that God creates God sees as “good” (Gen 1:4). In 1 Samuel, we learn that “God does not see as a mortal, who sees the appearance. The Lord looks into the heart” (1 Sam 16:7). On the road to Emmaus, the two disciples have their eyes opened and they recognize the Lord (Luke 24:31). This presentation proposes that seeing the struggles and difficult relationships in our lives through God’s eyes has the potential to heal and reconcile. Interweaving biblical reflections with personal prayer, we will put on divine lenses so as to see our experiences in a new light. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Tuesday, August 21.
DWELLING IN THE SHADE
August 23 – Thursday
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Presenter: Pat Pintens
When it comes to summer, some prefer heat, others prefer shade. Both are gifts of summer. Let’s find some shade and become shade dwellers for a bit to explore ways in which shade is a gift both physically and spiritually. Suggested offering $10.00. Register by Friday, August 17.
BE THE LIGHT PAINT AND SIP August 23 – Thursday
5:30-8:30 p.m.
Facilitators: Julia Walsh FSPA and Earth Goods staff
“You are the light of the world” (Matthew 5:14), Jesus proclaimed. Come to this evening of prayer and paint to ponder the meaning of this Scripture and the ways that you share light with others. Under the guidance of Earth Goods staff, our creative activity will bring us from blank canvas to our own painting of fireflies. No painting experience necessary. Program will occur at Earth Goods, 301 Front Street, Minocqua, WI 54548. Fee: $30.00 includes beverages, supplies, art instruction and program. Register by Friday, August 17.
CONTEMPLATIVE NATURE WALK
August 29 – Wednesday
10:00 a.m. -12:00 Noon
Facilitators: Julia Walsh FSPA and North Lakeland Discovery Center staff
Join a Discovery Center Naturalist for a guided nature walk that will help you open your eyes and hearts to the wonders all around. Then, enter into contemplative dialogue about the ways the landscape speaks to your spirit. Meet at North Lakeland Discovery Center. Donations appreciated. Register by Tuesday, August 28.
