Mary Riley
Mary Riley is director of operations for White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, a ministry of the Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Prior to her current role, she served as the marketing manager for some ministries of the Sisters of Providence including White Violet Center for Eco-Justice and the Volunteer Services.
White Violet Center: Looking Forward
Celebrating 30 years of sustainable farming and eco-justice, the White Violet Center reflects on its legacy of feeding the hungry, educating communities, and caring for creation as it looks ahead.
White Violet Center earns ‘Real Organic Project’ designation
'It sends a message to consumers that we care ...'
Blooming in the gardens at the Woods
“Growing vegetables is pretty incredible," say White Violet Intern Lily Seals. "I get to experience this from start to finish. After we harvest it really makes me proud to realize that I grew this."
Growing the gift of flowers
While receiving flowers is a gift, growing them knowing they might make someone’s day a bit brighter is definitely a blessing.
Hybrid virtual/in-person retreats and programs reach even more seekers
“The hybrid format is allowing people from around the world to benefit from the many and diverse program offerings. It’s bringing people together in a new way. Some are remaining in contact with one another long after the program ends.”
Meet our newest alpaca, Providence Isabelle (Bella)
Welcome to the herd Bella! Our newest alpaca is spunky and the spitting image of her mother.
Journals and Letters week 50: Mother Theodore and Summit City
We see in this week's reading the connection between Mother Theodore, Reverend Benoit and Fort Wayne, Indiana.
Journals and Letters week 49: The death of an angel
Mother Theodore bares her heart in these beautiful letters about the death of her dear friend, Sister St. Francis Xavier.
Journals and Letters week 38: Communicating with postulants and sisters
Mother Theodore had to wear many hats in her lifetime. Her letters throughout the book really exemplify the many roles she had to play.
Journals and Letters week 32: Death, taxes and inconsiderate ladies
Things seem to have settled down a bit for Mother Theodore. Now she must deal with the ordinary frustrations of daily life.