Women for Women – April Session

Saturday, April 18, 2026; 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Facilitator(s): Beverly Gross, Kathy Ostry, PhD
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Overview

Description
Join a circle of women’s wisdom and mutual support. Catch your breath, and connect with other women and with the Divine. At each gathering we will spend time in prayer, meditation, and reflection through various stories, readings, creativity, music, and time spent outdoors. We will reflect on Almost Everything: Notes on Hope by Anne Lamott.

Dates and Details
April 18, 2026
9:00am – 12:00pm

Offered eight Saturdays; come for one, several, or all sessions:
September 27, 2025
October 11, 2025
November 15, 2025
January 17, 2026
February 21, 2026
March 14, 2026
April 18, 2026
May 9, 2026

Cost Per session (all include light refreshments)

Sustainer Cost: $35
Advocate Cost: $25
Partner Cost: $20

New for the 2025-2026 program year: We are offering a voluntary three-level registration fee structure for our sponsored retreats in order to support both accessibility and sustainability of our retreat ministry. For more information on our three-level registration fee structure, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

Registration Information
You may register and pay online by clicking the yellow “Register Here” button above, by calling the Registrar at (262) 898-2582 with a credit card number, or by mailing a check made out to Siena Retreat Center to 5637 Erie Street, Racine, WI 53402. Payment must be received to complete registration. Please see our FAQ page for our cancellation policies and other helpful information.

If cost remains a barrier even at the lowest level, you are invited to complete our Scholarship Request Form. While we cannot guarantee that all requests can be fully accommodated, and we do ask that you contribute a portion of the fee, we will do our best to assist as many participants as possible within our available resources.

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About the Facilitators

Beverly GrossBeverly Gross

Beverly Gross has worn many different “hats” in her lifetime. At this time, she seeks to help women find compassion for themselves and in doing so, create a ripple effect for those they encounter.

Kathy Ostry, PhDKathy Ostry, PhD

Kathy Ostry, PhD is an educator who has worked as a school psychologist in the Chicago area for over 30 years. Her practice with youth, adolescents, and college-age students has focused on creating space for hope and healing. Guiding her on her spiritual path is remembering to practice compassion and that kindness matters.