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 – Tue.-Fri. Click to learn more about prayer at Holy Wisdom Monastery.
12:00 pm Lunch ($18): In-person attendees are invited to extend their time at the monastery by purchasing lunch if they wish. Email
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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
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𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿
Please register by Dec. 1, 2025 for the in-person or virtual Advent series. If you need to cancel your registration, there are no refunds, but you are welcome to share your registration with someone who could come in your place.
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