Calendar

“IHM Art Exhibit: Then and Now,” featuring the work of IHM Sisters and Associates, will be on display. All IHM Sisters and Associates were invited to participate – either by submitting their own work or the work of a deceased sister or associate. The art includes wood, ceramics, design, drawing, fibers, glass, jewelry, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, digital art and mixed media; as well as kits. Some of the pieces within the exhibit will also be available for sale.

A prayer service honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will be held on Monday, Jan. 21 from 2:30 to 3 p.m. in the IHM Motherhouse Chapel. For those who are unable to join in person, the prayer service will be Livestreamed.

“Scripture Study” is held each Wednesday at River House. There is no charge to attend and no registration is required. Please note that River House is not handicapped-accessible

Poetry and our Experience of God: The Poems of Scripture as Doorways into Depth Connections with Love will be presented by Mary Ellen Sheehan, IHM, STD. Poetry opens new dimensions of insight and invitation. They help us touch beauty and they often bring us healing and compassion. This workshop will accent some poems of Scripture to see how they lead us into new ways of living in God. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite Scripture texts and any especially that they consider poetic composition.

Suggested offering is $25; “Frequent Flyer” discount – for those who register for three or more programs, the suggested offering is $20 for each program. Contacting Visitation Spirituality Center at 248-433-0950 or visitationnorth@ihmsisters.org to register.

Please note that Visitation is not handicapped-accessible.

“Emunah” (which means faith)is an exhibit of the work of Lydia Hannah Wilson. The works fuse abstract art with the traditional style of portrait painting. Download the flyer here.

There will be an opening reception Saturday, Feb. 2, 5:30-7 p.m. All are welcome.

The exhibit is free and open to the public Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, contact Sharon Venier at 734-240-9754 or svenier@ihmsisters.org.

Looking through the eyes of faith, women explore the blessings and challenges of their lives over a cup of tea or coffee. Musing over Mugs is held the first Saturday of each month, October-May.

No registration is required; a free-will offering is requested. For more information, please contact Visitation Spirituality Center at 248-433-0950 or visitationnorth@ihmsisters.org. Please note that Visitation is not handicapped-accessible.

Finding God in the Dark Film Series is held the first Sunday of each month and is presented by Kathie Budesky, IHM, MA. When we watch a film, we are not just being entertained; we are exposing ourselves to narratives that define what is possible for us, and we often incarnate those possibilities. Please note that Visitation is not handicapped-accessible.

Feb. 3: Southside with You (2016)

March 3: The Inn of the Sixth Happiness (1958)

April 7: The Zookeeper’s Wife (2017)

May 5: The Perfect Family (2012)

June 2:  The Father of the Bride (1991)

• Free-will offering
• No registration needed

Poetry and our Experience of God: The Poems of Nature as Doorways into Depth Connections with Lovewill be presented by Mary Ellen Sheehan, IHM, STD. This workshop will accent poems written by gifted IHM Sisters and some others, poems that contemplate nature as sacrament and thus connect us and challenge us into new ways of living in God. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite poems, whether of others or of their own.

Suggested offering is $25; “Frequent Flyer” discount – for those who register for three or more programs, the suggested offering is $20 for each program. Contacting Visitation Spirituality Center at 248-433-0950 or visitationnorth@ihmsisters.org to register.

Please note that Visitation is not handicapped-accessible.

Selah | Stop, Pause and Think: Art Therapy Workshop is presented by Lydia Hannah Wilson. The workshop will be based on finding the individual expression of faith. It includes study on pencil strokes, lines, pressure points and practice. Participants will learn how to be fearless in expressing what’s in their emotion. The session will also have a “soaking time” of instrumental music where participants will be taught to improvise. The registration deadline is Jan. 25, 2019; the workshop is limited to 20 people. The registration fee is $15. To register, contact River House – IHM Spirituality Center at riverhouse@ihmsisters.org or 734-240-5494. Download the flyer here.

“Nature as a Spiritual Mentor” is a day of reflection presented by Gloria Rivera, IHM. How can we deepen our relationship with Nature on our spiritual journey?

Sessions are 10:30 a.m.-noon and 2-3:30 p.m. in the IHM Motherhouse Maxis Community Room. Registration fee is $50 and includes lunch. Registration deadline is Feb. 8. Contact River House – IHM Spirituality Center at 734-240-5494 or riverhouse@ihmsisters.org.