SanctuStar Oasis
spiritual direction • retreats
soul circle • mandala art
Juniper Court Building
Lower Level, 3209 South Lake Dr., St. Francis, Wisconsin
On arrival use Call keypad to dial 525
I release the elevator upon answering that extension
(Listen for the "quiet" click...pull the elevator door open)
"In Person"
is limited to 10 in person spots
Register EARLY!
Virtual Participation is limited to 6
"DO IT ON YOUR OWN"
Option is available on request.
You will receive materials and "verbatim process"
after your form and stipend are submitted.
Reservations by Google Form
Contact Sr. Stella for the LINK
[email protected]
REMAINING 2024
April 14
(May 4 Spring Labyrinth)
May 19
June 9
No JULY/ AUGUST CIRCLES
For more information contact Sr. Stella OSF
STIPEND is due Wed. noon prior to the circle
Using Zelle, Venmo or Check
Suggested Offering ( $35-100)
No Show or Cancellation post 12 Noon Wed.
YOU are responsible for stipend as space was held for you.
Kindly Make checks out to:
Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi
Send Checks to:
Stella DeVenuta, OSF,
2911 E. Oklahoma Ave., Milwaukee, 53207
Soul Circle Stipends
Suggested offering ($35-$100)
Self-Sliding scale.
Select an amount as you are able.
Your contribution to the Ministry
supports individual lively-hood
and the Sisters ofSt. Francis of Assisi
For your ease, Stipends will be accepted through
*Zelle (preferred): USE 414-581-4006
[email protected]
IMPT REMINDER
Please make Checks out to:
Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi
(Please DO NOT write CHECKS out to me)
Mail check prior to session to:
Stella DeVenuta, OSF,
2911 E. Oklahoma Ave.,
Milwaukee, 53207
Sessions in Person & Zoom
Circle opens at 1:00 PM and ends
@ approx. at 3:45/4:00
Total group Limited to 16
ZOOM (6) and IP (8-10)
Simple refreshments
are provided by IP participants
In person waiting list
is kept if the numbers reach 8
The Soul Circle is an
ever-evolving community of diverse and caring individuals.
Together,
We "inhale and exhale"
The Soul Circle breathes with SPIRIT through
the sharing of lives and hearts.
The Circle is a sacred space of presence, compassion and relationship
for those who desire to deepen their personal spirituality and refresh their spirits with others who are on a similar journey.
Soul Circle is focused on spirituality
and the experience
of the “SACRED” in each persons life.
The Soul Circle is not a therapy
or a support group.
The soul circle respects each
persons "life-story" and provides for
self-compassion that nourishes
body, mind and spirit.
As circle guide, I take responsibility for assuring that those
engaged in the circle are appropriate
and capable of engaging
in an open-hearted process of reflection
and being compassionately present
for each soul circle participant.
Creative prayer, sitting together
in quiet meditation,
poetry, music, quiet space and
meaningful rituals all blend
to create an opening
into sacred inner space.
The Soul Circle is a sacred circle that offers …
- Welcoming persons of various christian beliefs
- "Holding” place of confidentiality
- Expressive Reflection (poetry, writing , etc)
- Non-judgment and respect
- Stillness & silence to listen for Spirit Wisdom
- Safe space for personal self-care
- A community with others who seek
the holy within.
Circle Process Gathering
- Opening the circle: gather time
- Intros/greeting
- Naming our intention for this sacred time
- Centering/focusing/prayer/ reflective
poem or reading - Sitting as ONE in silence
- Breathing in the practice of meditation.
- 30 - 40 minute space for expression
done in quiet though writing or other
creative means. - Sharing wisdom if desired
- Closing the circle
- Praying our needs
- Blessing the month ahead
Individual spiritual guidance/companioning/direction
is always a possibility both in person and via Face Time or ZOOM
to consider for your further personal and spiritual growth.
Please ask for details regarding stipend and 1:1 appointments
"Somewhere, there are people
to whom we can speak with passion
without having the words catch in our throats.
Somewhere a circle of hands
will open to receive us
eyes will light up as we enter,
Voices will celebrate with us
whenever we come into
our own power.
"Community means strength
that joins our strength
to do the work that needs
to be done.
Arms to hold us when we falter.
A circle of Healing.
A circle of Friends."
Someplace where we can be free."
~ Starhawk, Dreaming in the Dark~
Space and Ministry are supported by participant stipends
If you can share more than the suggested,
it helps cover someone who is unable
to offer the full stipend. Whatever you offer
is greatly appreciated.
If the lower amount is not possible
for you please feel free to discuss with me.
In addition to spiritual guidance work,
the Soul Circle is what I do to support
living expense as well as provide support
for my congregation of sisters.
In essence, it is my work and my living.
Let your stipend come from a place of abundance not burden.
This work is my primary ministry
and it exists for the good of the Spirit.
I trust that what is shared each session will be enough.
Thank you for your commitment to the Soul Circle.
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Stella DeVenuta, OSF
[email protected] |
Cancellation Policy-Please be attentive to this policy regarding cancellations for soul circle, spiritual direction and retreats. (*Planning, prep-time, set up and materials are based on the number pre-registered to attend.)
Soul Circle: In person, Zoom, DOYOT " do on own" ....... ($35-100)
If you sign up for the circle and cancel by Noon the Wed. prior to the gathering there is no fee due.
NB: If you cancel (via phone, e mail or text) after Noon on Wed. Prior to event or do not cancel,
the submitted stipend (from the sliding scale) is not refunded as you are responsible for the space held for you.
Please indicate when cancelling if you desire the process and handouts to be sent to you to do on own.
Dangerous Driving Exception for Soul Circle
If NOAA issues a Last minute severe weather advisory/warning to stay OFF the roads all submitted fees
will be applied to a future circle