Dr. Kathy Holley is a certified Forest Therapy guide, she passionately educates and guides individuals through the holistic benefits of forest immersion experiences. Dr Holley is the author of The Prayer of Silence. A book focused on Christian Contemplative Prayer, Wellbeing, and Embodiment. To know more about Dr Holley please visit her website: https://www.wellbeinginnaturenw.com/who-we-are
Forest Bathing at St. Placid Priory “The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground – trees that were pleasing to the eye…” (Genesis 2: 9a) Step into the healing presence of God through Forest Bathing, a gentle, contemplative walk in nature. Surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest, participants are invited to slow down, awaken the senses, and receive renewal of body, mind, and spirit. Research in forest medicine shows Forest Bathing can reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, improve heart health, and enhance focus, energy, sleep, and emotional well-being—while deepening awareness of…
Forest Bathing at St. Placid Priory “The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground – trees that were pleasing to the eye…” (Genesis 2: 9a) Step into the healing presence of God through Forest Bathing, a gentle, contemplative walk in nature. Surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest, participants are invited to slow down, awaken the senses, and receive renewal of body, mind, and spirit. Research in forest medicine shows Forest Bathing can reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, improve heart health, and enhance focus, energy, sleep, and emotional well-being—while deepening awareness of…
Forest Bathing at St. Placid Priory “The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground – trees that were pleasing to the eye…” (Genesis 2: 9a) Step into the healing presence of God through Forest Bathing, a gentle, contemplative walk in nature. Surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest, participants are invited to slow down, awaken the senses, and receive renewal of body, mind, and spirit. Research in forest medicine shows Forest Bathing can reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, improve heart health, and enhance focus, energy, sleep, and emotional well-being—while deepening awareness of…
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Kathy Holley, -PhD
Dr. Kathy Holley is a certified Forest Therapy guide, she passionately educates and guides individuals through the holistic benefits of forest immersion experiences. Dr Holley is the author of The Prayer of Silence. A book focused on Christian Contemplative Prayer, Wellbeing, and Embodiment. To know more about Dr Holley please visit her website: https://www.wellbeinginnaturenw.com/who-we-are
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July 18, 2026
Forest Bathing at St. Placid Priory “The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground – trees that were pleasing to the eye…” (Genesis 2: 9a) Step into the healing presence of God through Forest Bathing, a gentle, contemplative walk in nature. Surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest, participants are invited to slow down, awaken the senses, and receive renewal of body, mind, and spirit. Research in forest medicine shows Forest Bathing can reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, improve heart health, and enhance focus, energy, sleep, and emotional well-being—while deepening awareness of…
August 22, 2026
Forest Bathing at St. Placid Priory “The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground – trees that were pleasing to the eye…” (Genesis 2: 9a) Step into the healing presence of God through Forest Bathing, a gentle, contemplative walk in nature. Surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest, participants are invited to slow down, awaken the senses, and receive renewal of body, mind, and spirit. Research in forest medicine shows Forest Bathing can reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, improve heart health, and enhance focus, energy, sleep, and emotional well-being—while deepening awareness of…
September 12, 2026
Forest Bathing at St. Placid Priory “The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground – trees that were pleasing to the eye…” (Genesis 2: 9a) Step into the healing presence of God through Forest Bathing, a gentle, contemplative walk in nature. Surrounded by the beauty and stillness of the forest, participants are invited to slow down, awaken the senses, and receive renewal of body, mind, and spirit. Research in forest medicine shows Forest Bathing can reduce stress, strengthen the immune system, improve heart health, and enhance focus, energy, sleep, and emotional well-being—while deepening awareness of…
SCRIPTURAL STATIONS OF THE CROSS:
SISTERS SPEAK: OUR BLOG
Sisters post on our Blog occasionally. See what our Sisters have to say about living Monastic Life in the 21st Century.
SR. LAURA ON YOUTUBE
See Sr. Laura’s youtube channel for some of her work in “restoring women to the stories we tell.”
CLICK, TAP, OR SCAN QR CODE WITH PHONE FOR HANDY MAP & DIRECTIONS TO ST PLACID:
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