Advent Series: Ask a Sign of Your God

The words of Isaiah, from the Christian Old Testament, were given to an ancient people in times of great political, economic and spiritual upheaval. Poetic and prophetic – they were words of warning and admonishment, and also reassurance and encouragement. Isaiah was tremendously influential on the heart of Jesus; this Advent we have the chance to open our hearts to that same influence through words that echo from a time past into our own times of upheaval. Join us for conversation, reflection, and a contemplative consideration of these beautiful poetic and prophetic texts – inspiring our spiritual imaginations, leading us to an ancient well of wisdom, and offering a through-line of hope. This series is open to adults.

Schedule

Each gathering will include some teachings, reflections and small group conversations, and a time of contemplation on a text, a piece of art – writing, images, poetry or music.

Dates/Times

IN-PERSON – Tuesdays, 10:00-11:30 am

• Dec. 2
• Dec. 9
• Dec. 16

VIRTUAL – Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm

• Dec. 3
• Dec. 10
• Dec. 17

IN-PERSON – Optional

• 11:45 am Prayer: All are welcome to join Midday Prayer – Tues.-Fri.
• 12:00 pm Lunch ($18): In-person attendees are invited to extend their time at the monastery by purchasing lunch if they wish. Email retreats@holywisdommonastery.org to inquire about lunch at the monastery. Lunch is served at noon. Payment must be submitted at least 24 hours before your meal. Your meal is not officially reserved until we provide an invoice and receive payment.

Program Leader – Pam Shellberg

Pam Shellberg is the director of spiritual nourishment at Holy Wisdom, a teacher, a scripture scholar and a contemplative. She is eager to explore sacred texts in community with others, through historical and contemplative lenses, so that mystery, wisdom, courage and hope might be gifts received.

Cost

$35 per person or per screen for the series.

If you are attending the in-person series, consider staying after for a delicious lunch prepared by our chef.

Please contact retreats@holywisdommonastery.org, 48 hours before the date(s) you wish to purchase lunch. The cost of one lunch is $18/person.