Interspiritual

These programs do not have a particular religious alignment, but rather provide spiritual support that can be understood and engaged by those with any meaning-making background.

Contemplative Prayer

Open Dates
Peace & Spirituality Center

Each Thursday at 7pm, and on the second Saturday of each month from 9-11:30am, novice and seasoned sitters alike gather for a time of silent meditation. Rooted in Christian mysticism and Zen meditation, this program invites participants into stillness to settle into the ground of their being. Join us for a reflection, chants, and silent […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

April 10, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Contemplative Prayer

April 12, 2025
St. Mary-on-the-Lake Chapel

On the second Saturday of each month, novice and seasoned sitters alike gather for an extended time of silent meditation. Rooted in Christian mysticism and Zen meditation, this program invites participants into stillness to settle into the ground of their being. Join us for a reflection, chants, and silent and walking meditations. Saturdays are in-person […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

April 24, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

World Labyrinth Day - Walk As One For Peace

May 3, 2025
St. Mary-on-the-Lake

Join us on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00 pm, for World Labyrinth Day, an annual international event uniting people across the globe in a moving meditation for peace. Every year on the first Saturday in May, thousands walk labyrinths as part of a global wave of peaceful energy. At 1:00pm, we’ll “Walk as One […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

May 8, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Contemplative Prayer

May 10, 2025
St. Mary-on-the-Lake Chapel

On the second Saturday of each month, novice and seasoned sitters alike gather for an extended time of silent meditation. Rooted in Christian mysticism and Zen meditation, this program invites participants into stillness to settle into the ground of their being. Join us for a reflection, chants, and silent and walking meditations. Saturdays are in-person […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

May 22, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

How a Saint and a Drunk Can Help You Navigate Life’s Big Decisions

With Stephanie Peirolo, CSJP-A

May 24, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

How do you make life’s big decisions? Do you rely on logic and pros and cons? Do you trust your gut? What about your values, beliefs, or dreams? How do you know when to listen to your intuition—and what might be blocking it? This one-day retreat will introduce you to a discernment practice that serves […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

June 5, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Contemplative Prayer

June 14, 2025
St. Mary-on-the-Lake Chapel

On the second Saturday of each month, novice and seasoned sitters alike gather for an extended time of silent meditation. Rooted in Christian mysticism and Zen meditation, this program invites participants into stillness to settle into the ground of their being. Join us for a reflection, chants, and silent and walking meditations. Saturdays are in-person […]

Verses of Peace: Writing Our Way to Inner Peace, A Disarming Our Hearts Series Workshop

With Peter W. Yaremko

June 18, 2025
Location: Online via Zoom (Join from home or gather at the Peace & Spirituality Center to watch together.)

What is poetry? How does it differ from prose or journaling? And how can writing poems help us discover strength in our own words and move toward a more peaceful mindset? As part of our Disarming Our Hearts: Becoming Peace series, this ninety-minute Zoom program is not an academic class focused on crafting "good" writing, […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

June 19, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

A Journey of Well Being that Leads to Healing

With Patricia Yetneberk, DNP

June 28, 2025
The Peace & Spirituality Center

Well-being is not a destination but a lifelong journey—a continuous process of nurturing the mind, body, and spirit. In this inspiring morning talk, Patti Yetneberk invites you to explore how true well-being comes from finding balance, embracing growth, and aligning with our deepest values. Through reflections on self-awareness, gratitude, and healthy habits, Patti will share […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

July 17, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

July 31, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

The Spirituality and Science of Compassion, A Disarming Our Hearts Series Presentation

With Anne Kertz Kernion

September 10, 2025
Location: Online via Zoom (Join from home or gather at the Peace & Spirituality Center to watch together.)

How do we cultivate a heart of compassion in a world that often feels divided? Pope Francis calls us to be merciful and compassionate, while Charles Darwin observed that “compassion is our strongest instinct.” But did you know that practicing compassion can also improve your health? Research shows that kindness and compassion boost the immune […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

September 11, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

September 25, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

October 9, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

October 23, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Peace, Justice, and Hope for a Flourishing Creation, A Disarming Our Hearts Workshop

With Paul J. Schutz

October 25, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

What does it mean to truly flourish—in our lives, our communities, and our relationship with creation? Join Paul J. Schutz for an inspiring workshop that invites deep reflection on how inner transformation can nurture peace, justice, and hope for all creation. Drawing from his upcoming book, A Theology of Flourishing: The Fullness of Life for […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

November 6, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

November 20, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

December 4, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

Advent Reflection Day: Journey Through Hope, Peace, Love, and Joy

With Rev. Dave Brown

December 6, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

The season of Advent invites us to prepare our hearts with hope, peace, love, and joy. This year’s Advent Reflection Day, led by Rev. Dave Brown, will guide us through these four themes with thoughtful reflections, poetry, and small group conversations. Rev. Dave Brown is a Presbyterian minister known for his inclusive spirituality, social justice […]

Yoga for Peacemaking

With Zoya Kobets

December 18, 2025
Peace & Spirituality Center

Join us for this free, beginner-friendly space of gentle flows and contemplation. Each session explores themes like oneness, loving-kindness, and presence. Rooted in ancient traditions, this practice connects body, mind, and spirit, fostering a sense of connection to self, community, and the world around us. As Joanna Macy said, “There is no healing or transformation […]

New Year's Labyrinth Walk for Peace

January 4, 2026
St. Mary-on-the-Lake

Start the year with intention and hope by joining us for our annual New Year Labyrinth Walk for Peace. Held on the first Saturday in January, this reflective tradition offers a peaceful space to center yourself and welcome the possibilities of the year ahead. We invite you to join us on Saturday, January 4th, for […]