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Resting on holy ground: new cremains burial options at the Woods
Published on May 24, 2019
…a columbarium? A columbarium with its series of niches is a place to respectfully inurn the cremains of the deceased. At Providence Community Cemetery the columbarium will be enclosed in an outdoor, above-ground wall, which, will in time encircle the Sisters of Providence cemetery. What will be provided if I choose to be inurned at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods? Providence Community Cemetery will provide a small, open-sided chapel for mourners to gather and celebrate a committal service. We will provide an appropriate…
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Get to know Sister Joni Luna, SP
Published on August 23, 2019
…childhood stories with my sisters and brother. Resilient miracles of faith that I have witnessed by believers who have come to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods — a beautiful gift of unconditional love that simply brings a smile to my face. When I am not at work or in ministry, you are most likely to find me … at a movie, walking through the woods at Rosary Hill or taking pictures of nature. On weekends I love to … sit quietly outdoors with…
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Sister Mary Rita Griffin (formerly Sister Mary Paula)
Published on March 6, 2020
…they never met her, because of the letters they received when they asked for prayers. Mary loved the outdoors, the ocean — which she was able to enjoy often through the generosity of Jack letting her use his beach home, whether alone or with friends. Mary was a true optimist. If you knew her well, you knew that above all, she loved Jesus and his Mother Mary with every ounce of her being. Those who worked with her knew that…
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Congregation names new alpaca Providence Raphael Anthony
Published on May 8, 2020
…part of the Congregation’s ministry, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, and has been since 1998. Currently, there are 38 alpacas at White Violet Center. The Congregation chose to have alpacas to fit with their values and commitment to Earth. Visitors are reminded that all buildings on campus are still closed to the public and social distancing guidelines must be maintained while outdoors. The Sisters of Providence are a Roman Catholic Congregation of Women Religious founded by Saint Mother Theodore Guerin…
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Sister Margaret Nau (formerly Sister Jude Ann)
Published on November 10, 2020
…her talents and continued for a second year to qualify for hospital chaplaincy certification, commenting: “This experience brought me into contact with people of all faiths, cultures, and sexual orientations from all over the world.” She then returned to Kentucky to serve at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah for seven years. Peggy had a great love of the outdoors and was an enthusiastic participant in her friend Sister Jenny Howard’s famous boundary waters camping trips, even taking her sister Kathy along…
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White Violet Center interns: Meet the fabulous four!
Published on January 20, 2021
…an artist, a storyteller and someone who uses their gifts to positively impact the lives of others.” Madeleine Beck, White Plains, New York Madeleine has a bachelor’s degree in astrophysics from Wellesley College in Massachusetts. She also has a Wilderness First Responder Certification from National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) and Wilderness Medicine Child/Adult CPR & Airway Management, Epinephrine Auto-Injector certifications. She has participated in a 30-day self-sufficient backpacking course in Wind River Range, Wyoming, learning wilderness survival and first aid skills, as…
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Sister Emily Walsh (formerly Sister Mary Francine)
Published on January 26, 2021
…at the outdoor tent.” While in Lourdes Hall, Emily was among those who tested positive for COVID-19, but came through without any symptoms. However, she seemed more and more ready to graciously accept the invitation to share new life with Leona in heaven. Emily, we will be ever grateful for your presence among us. Your sheer enjoyment of life shows how you took to Heart Jesus’ words about not letting your heart be troubled. We rejoice that you are now…
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April 11, 2021: Second Sunday of Easter
Published on April 8, 2021
…way? It feels that way most of the time. I want help and support in finding how to unlock the fearful places inside myself. Action Doors, windows and other portals are powerful images found in scripture, religious art and dreams. Select a doorway, window or perhaps a gated entry to a garden or other outdoor space. Create a story about it. Is the door open or closed? How recently has the window been cleaned? What does the garden gate protect?…
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Get to know Providence Associate Brad Crites
Published on June 2, 2021
…the most rational. I have very eclectic preferences on everything from food, to music, to hobbies. What are your favorite ways to spend your time? I enjoy spending time with my family, getting to travel when we can. Also, I read quite a bit, and enjoy playing piano (preferably without an audience!). I like outdoor adventures but am just as happy playing a board game or watching a movie. Give me a puzzle to solve and I’m happy! What drew…
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Welcoming our 2021 WVC Summer Interns!
Published on June 20, 2021
…all four years at Earlham. I am an outdoorswoman through and through. I love backpacking and hiking, and I’m always ready to get my hands dirty. “During a previous summer internship, I learned the ins and outs of an environmental nonprofit. I gained important experience with the administrative side of things, but I loved the hours I got to spend in the gardens every morning.” Sarah Hawes Sarah Hawes The Terre Haute native is studying at Purdue University, majoring in…
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Sister Ann Stephen Stouffer
Published on December 9, 2021
…life spilled over into the many sister friendships she formed and fostered over the years. She shared her interests in camping and exploring the great outdoors with her local community. I can testify from personal experience that when Ann joined us at St. Anthony’s, her adventurous spirit prompted camping trips with Sister Kay Manley and me to all the state parks in the area. A favorite campsite for us was on a bluff overlooking the ocean near Santa Barbara, with…
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Meaningful new names for the roads of Saint Mary’s
Published on January 13, 2022
…from Grove Place to Good Shepherd Court ends at the small outdoor Good Shepherd Chapel, built in 2020. Grove Place continues past the orderly rows of white grave stones of the Sisters of Providence cemetery to the right and the Sacred Heart Grove to the left. The Grove is the site of a shrine to the Sacred Heart that dates back to 1895 and a labyrinth constructed in 2004. The towering trees still rustle with echoes of novitiate recreations, picnics…