BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Emmaus House - ECPv6.15.17//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://theemmaushouse.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Emmaus House REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260318T185403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T140243Z UID:10001002-1776502800-1776513600@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Spirituality and Eco-Justice: Living Simply\, Living Abundantly DESCRIPTION:When is enough… enough? How can we avoid getting caught up in the trappings of consumerism and a desire for more? Susie Tierney will draw from Franciscan spirituality\, our call to simplicity weaved throughout scripture and the wisdom of those working for the care of our planetary home to invite participants to reflect on what it means to live simply but fully in today’s world and to embrace a spirituality of abundance. The morning will include prayerful reflection and small group conversation. \n \nSusie Tierney is the Development Director for Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice. Prior to joining the Iowa MMJ staff\, Susie served as the Executive Director of JustFaith Ministries (KY) and Center for Social Ministry (IA). Susie has been doing presentations\, workshops and retreats on the intersection of faith and justice for over 25 years. She is a mom\, writer\, advocate and a Dubuque Franciscan Associate. \n\n\n \n \n Spirituality and Eco-Justice: Living Simply\, Living Abundantly\n Part of our Always Pray All Ways Series \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Any dietary or other accomodations?Price\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Payment Method(Required)Credit Card\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/spirituality-and-eco-justice-living-simply-living-abundantly/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Always Pray All Ways ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/APAW-Eco-1-e1774446559602.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260420T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T211614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210613Z UID:10000302-1776706200-1776708000@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (In Person) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-in-person-7/2026-04-20/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T215327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210739Z UID:10000564-1776756600-1776758400@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-virtual-6/2026-04-21/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260120T210103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T201912Z UID:10000942-1776794400-1776798000@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Reading & Reflection A Different Kind of Fast DESCRIPTION:Beginning Tuesday\, February 17th\, Emmaus House will offer a Reading &  Reflection Group for Lent with the book A Different Kind of Fast by Christine Valters Paintner. Offering contemplative practices of lectio divina\, visio divina\, and Ignatian Imaginative Prayer among others\, readers journey through Lent with a different fast each week. Fasting from rushing\, being strong\, holding it all together\, or seeking certainty\, we can become more aware of our truer\, deeper hungers. \nUse the form below to purchase a ticket and sign up for the event! \n\n \n \n A Different Kind of Fast\n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Address(Required)A Different Kind of Fast(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Payment Method(Required)PayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/reading-reflection-a-different-kind-of-fast/2026-04-21/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/different-kind-of-fast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T211614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210613Z UID:10000303-1777311000-1777312800@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (In Person) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-in-person-7/2026-04-27/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260427T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260113T175129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T175129Z UID:10000875-1777312800-1777316400@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Journey Series DESCRIPTION:During this weekly guided prayerful meditation\, we will enter more deeply into our experience as we compassionately listen and are present to all that we hold within us. \nThere is no cost to attend. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/spiritual-journey-series-2/2026-04-27/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Woodland-Path_edited.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T215327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210739Z UID:10000565-1777361400-1777363200@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-virtual-6/2026-04-28/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T202524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210519Z UID:10000042-1777377600-1777381200@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Emmaus House Mass DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us as we gather in community & celebrate the Lord’s healing love in the Eucharist. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/emmaus-house-mass/2026-04-28/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Mass ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pedro-lima-HtwsbbClBOs-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260120T210103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T201912Z UID:10000943-1777399200-1777402800@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Reading & Reflection A Different Kind of Fast DESCRIPTION:Beginning Tuesday\, February 17th\, Emmaus House will offer a Reading &  Reflection Group for Lent with the book A Different Kind of Fast by Christine Valters Paintner. Offering contemplative practices of lectio divina\, visio divina\, and Ignatian Imaginative Prayer among others\, readers journey through Lent with a different fast each week. Fasting from rushing\, being strong\, holding it all together\, or seeking certainty\, we can become more aware of our truer\, deeper hungers. \nUse the form below to purchase a ticket and sign up for the event! \n\n \n \n A Different Kind of Fast\n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Address(Required)A Different Kind of Fast(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Payment Method(Required)PayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/reading-reflection-a-different-kind-of-fast/2026-04-28/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/different-kind-of-fast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T202524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210519Z UID:10000043-1777550400-1777554000@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Emmaus House Mass DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us as we gather in community & celebrate the Lord’s healing love in the Eucharist. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/emmaus-house-mass/2026-04-30/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Mass ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pedro-lima-HtwsbbClBOs-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260504T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T211614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210613Z UID:10000304-1777915800-1777917600@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (In Person) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-in-person-7/2026-05-04/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T215327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210739Z UID:10000566-1777966200-1777968000@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-virtual-6/2026-05-05/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260120T210103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T201912Z UID:10000944-1778004000-1778007600@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Reading & Reflection A Different Kind of Fast DESCRIPTION:Beginning Tuesday\, February 17th\, Emmaus House will offer a Reading &  Reflection Group for Lent with the book A Different Kind of Fast by Christine Valters Paintner. Offering contemplative practices of lectio divina\, visio divina\, and Ignatian Imaginative Prayer among others\, readers journey through Lent with a different fast each week. Fasting from rushing\, being strong\, holding it all together\, or seeking certainty\, we can become more aware of our truer\, deeper hungers. \nUse the form below to purchase a ticket and sign up for the event! \n\n \n \n A Different Kind of Fast\n \n \n NameThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Address(Required)A Different Kind of Fast(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Payment Method(Required)PayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/reading-reflection-a-different-kind-of-fast/2026-05-05/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/different-kind-of-fast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T211614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210613Z UID:10000305-1778520600-1778522400@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (In Person) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-in-person-7/2026-05-11/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260511T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260113T175010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T175010Z UID:10000815-1778522400-1778526000@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Journey Series DESCRIPTION:During this weekly guided prayerful meditation\, we will enter more deeply into our experience as we compassionately listen and are present to all that we hold within us. \nThere is no cost to attend. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/spiritual-journey-series/2026-05-11/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Woodland-Path_edited.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T215327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210739Z UID:10000567-1778571000-1778572800@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-virtual-6/2026-05-12/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T202524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210519Z UID:10000044-1778587200-1778590800@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Emmaus House Mass DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us as we gather in community & celebrate the Lord’s healing love in the Eucharist. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/emmaus-house-mass/2026-05-12/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Mass ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pedro-lima-HtwsbbClBOs-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260512T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260120T210103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T201912Z UID:10000945-1778608800-1778612400@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Reading & Reflection A Different Kind of Fast DESCRIPTION:Beginning Tuesday\, February 17th\, Emmaus House will offer a Reading &  Reflection Group for Lent with the book A Different Kind of Fast by Christine Valters Paintner. Offering contemplative practices of lectio divina\, visio divina\, and Ignatian Imaginative Prayer among others\, readers journey through Lent with a different fast each week. Fasting from rushing\, being strong\, holding it all together\, or seeking certainty\, we can become more aware of our truer\, deeper hungers. \nUse the form below to purchase a ticket and sign up for the event! \n\n \n \n A Different Kind of Fast\n \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Address(Required)A Different Kind of Fast(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Payment Method(Required)PayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/reading-reflection-a-different-kind-of-fast/2026-05-12/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/different-kind-of-fast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T202524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210519Z UID:10000045-1778760000-1778763600@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Emmaus House Mass DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us as we gather in community & celebrate the Lord’s healing love in the Eucharist. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/emmaus-house-mass/2026-05-14/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Mass ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pedro-lima-HtwsbbClBOs-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260518T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T211614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210613Z UID:10000306-1779125400-1779127200@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (In Person) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-in-person-7/2026-05-18/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T215327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210739Z UID:10000568-1779175800-1779177600@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-virtual-6/2026-05-19/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260120T210103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T201912Z UID:10000946-1779213600-1779217200@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Reading & Reflection A Different Kind of Fast DESCRIPTION:Beginning Tuesday\, February 17th\, Emmaus House will offer a Reading &  Reflection Group for Lent with the book A Different Kind of Fast by Christine Valters Paintner. Offering contemplative practices of lectio divina\, visio divina\, and Ignatian Imaginative Prayer among others\, readers journey through Lent with a different fast each week. Fasting from rushing\, being strong\, holding it all together\, or seeking certainty\, we can become more aware of our truer\, deeper hungers. \nUse the form below to purchase a ticket and sign up for the event! \n\n \n \n A Different Kind of Fast\n \n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Address(Required)A Different Kind of Fast(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Payment Method(Required)PayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/reading-reflection-a-different-kind-of-fast/2026-05-19/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/different-kind-of-fast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T211614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210613Z UID:10000307-1779730200-1779732000@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (In Person) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-in-person-7/2026-05-25/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260525T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260113T175129Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T175129Z UID:10000876-1779732000-1779735600@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Spiritual Journey Series DESCRIPTION:During this weekly guided prayerful meditation\, we will enter more deeply into our experience as we compassionately listen and are present to all that we hold within us. \nThere is no cost to attend. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/spiritual-journey-series-2/2026-05-25/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Woodland-Path_edited.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T215327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210739Z UID:10000569-1779780600-1779782400@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-virtual-6/2026-05-26/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T202524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210519Z UID:10000046-1779796800-1779800400@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Emmaus House Mass DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us as we gather in community & celebrate the Lord’s healing love in the Eucharist. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/emmaus-house-mass/2026-05-26/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Mass ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pedro-lima-HtwsbbClBOs-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260526T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260120T210103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T201912Z UID:10000947-1779818400-1779822000@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Reading & Reflection A Different Kind of Fast DESCRIPTION:Beginning Tuesday\, February 17th\, Emmaus House will offer a Reading &  Reflection Group for Lent with the book A Different Kind of Fast by Christine Valters Paintner. Offering contemplative practices of lectio divina\, visio divina\, and Ignatian Imaginative Prayer among others\, readers journey through Lent with a different fast each week. Fasting from rushing\, being strong\, holding it all together\, or seeking certainty\, we can become more aware of our truer\, deeper hungers. \nUse the form below to purchase a ticket and sign up for the event! \n\n \n \n A Different Kind of Fast\n \n \n PhoneThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Address(Required)A Different Kind of Fast(Required)\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Payment Method(Required)PayPal CheckoutCredit Card\n MasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: MasterCard\, Visa\n \n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n  \n Security Code\n \n \n \n Cardholder Name URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/reading-reflection-a-different-kind-of-fast/2026-05-26/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/different-kind-of-fast.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260528T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T202524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210519Z UID:10000047-1779969600-1779973200@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Emmaus House Mass DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us as we gather in community & celebrate the Lord’s healing love in the Eucharist. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/emmaus-house-mass/2026-05-28/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Mass ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pedro-lima-HtwsbbClBOs-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260601T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T211614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210613Z UID:10000308-1780335000-1780336800@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (In Person) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-in-person-7/2026-06-01/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T080000 DTSTAMP:20260416T152535 CREATED:20260106T215327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210739Z UID:10000570-1780385400-1780387200@theemmaushouse.org SUMMARY:Centering Prayer (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:This approximately 30-minute weekly prayer experience begins with an opening reading\, followed by 20 minutes of Centering Prayer and time for intentions\, both personal and for those most affected in our world. \nIt is not necessary to have any prior experience with Centering Prayer in order to join us. As always\, all are welcome! We hope you will join us in community on Monday evenings (at Emmaus House) and/or Tuesday mornings (on Zoom) for this sacred time of silence and stillness\, as we open to receiving more deeply God’s presence within us. \nThere is no cost to attend\, but freewill donations are welcomed. If you would like to make a donation\, please see below. URL:https://theemmaushouse.org/event/centering-prayer-virtual-6/2026-06-02/ LOCATION:The Emmaus House\, 3315 70th Street\, Urbandale\, 50322\, United States CATEGORIES:Centering Prayer ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://theemmaushouse.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/jon-tyson-0o9dgxEu5Q-unsplash.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR