Spirituality and The Arts

The Sacred Art of Traditional Iconography 2026

With Fr. Damian Higgins

February 9 - 13, 2026

Spirit Center at the Monastery of St. Gertrude

"Holy icons direct us toward the Divine." Fr. Damian Higgins is an iconographer whose works are featured around the world. Don't miss this encounter with sacred Christian art using traditional egg tempera. Materials provided; no experience is necessary.

A Watercolor Journey 2026

With Pearl Maxner

March 10 - 12, 2026

Spirit Center at the Monastery of St. Gertrude

Explore watercolor painting with step-by-step instructions on the use of color and light and capturing mood and emotion. Paint with confidence and trust God in the flowing of color in your life. For beginning to intermediate painters. All supplies provided.