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Organic gardening, alpaca and fiber arts internships
Transform yourself and transform the world at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (WVC), Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, near Terre Haute. At White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, a ministry of the Sisters of Providence, you’ll find 320 acres of forestland, a 5-acre organic garden, a 2-acre orchard, berries, about 150 laying chickens, and a herd of about 40 alpacas. It’s all very hands-on. Expect to work outdoors for hours at a time planting, harvesting and weeding in the certified organic garden and...
Meet some newer members
...now Interests and hobbies: music: listening to, singing and learning instruments; art: drawing, painting, coloring, art journaling; reading; watching movies; laughing; being outdoors What attracted you to religious life with the Sisters of Providence? What attracted me to the Sisters of Providence was their authenticity, humor, acceptance. The Sisters have always been authentic in witnessing their faith. Faith for the Sisters of Providence is not just praying in a chapel, but praying outside with alpacas, with a leaf or by...
Frequently Asked Questions
...is great for meetings, small parties and programs. Outdoor spaces like the Lodge can be used for picnics, al fresco weddings and reunions. See all of our rental spaces. How much does it cost to rent O’Shaughnessy Hall? Prices vary depending on when and how long you need the space. To see more details go to our pricing packages. Who provides the food and what can I expect? Whether you’re ordering lunch for a meeting, planning a reception for 200...
Can you help Bella and the alpacas travel more safely?
...of us have to bring a different alpaca. Once we do get in, it’s not very comfortable. We can’t stand up fully in the van so we have to sit or stoop. I’m already a little nervous when I travel, and that makes it worse. This is me in the van last year coming home from surgery at Purdue. Sadly, my alpaca friends and I don’t always behave minivan-appropriately. We’re outdoor animals and aren’t accustomed to van etiquette. When we...
Newsnotes from the Sisters of Providence fall 2021
...Jan. 2, 2022. West Terre Haute is one of six communities in the state hosting the traveling tours. The traveling tour explains how water is an essential component to life on Earth. The Smithsonian Institute teamed with Indiana Humanities to include the special tour of the Shell Chapel. There is no cost to attend the exhibit. For more information, visit https://indianahumanities.org/event/water-ways-indianatour-west-terre-haute/ Saint Anne Shell Chapel was erected in 1875. Nearly all the shells that don its walls were collected by...
Rosemary Powers
...final vows on Aug. 15, 1937 and 1942, respectively. She began her 40-year plus ministry in teaching at St. Catherine, Indianapolis, in 1937. She taught at other schools in Indiana, as well as schools in Illinois and St. Louis, where she ministered at Annunziata for several years. She returned to the Woods in 1984 and ministered as an administrative assistant while volunteering in the Archives Department. An avid sports fan, Sister Rosemary enjoyed the NCAA basketball tournament and taught tennis....
NETWORK’s Nuns on the Bus coming to Terre Haute!
The Nuns on the Bus are coming to Terre Haute! On Thursday, July 14, NETWORK’S Nuns on the Bus will make its third stop on the 2016 nationwide tour by conducting a caucus at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 215 N. 7th St., Terre Haute. This year’s tour is called “Mend the Gaps: Reweaving the Fabric of Society.” The organization has developed a plan that focuses details on tax justice, living wages, family-friendly workplaces, access to Democracy, access to healthcare, access...
Oral history: Sister Barbara Ann Bluntzer
...with expenses paid if she could sign up a certain number of participants – usually among parish groups. She was able to accompany tours to Canada, Costa Rica, the Netherlands, Europe several times, Alaska several times, and Ireland. The ‘teacher’ in her continued on these tours, as she educated herself about their destination and shared it with tour members. Sister Barbara Ann also visited the Holy Land with the parish she was serving. Sister Barbara Ann Invitations While at St....
Volunteer with us!
...our grounds crew Assist with the upkeep of our buildings and shrines Are you an animal lover? Assist with the alpacas Prepare sheared wool Collect eggs from our chicken flock Do you feel comfortable in front of groups? Guide tours Assist with social activities in healthcare Provide entertainment programs for our residents Not sure? That’s OK. Share your clerical skills Drive a sister to appointments Help with special projects Work at special events such as Earth Day or Christmas Fun...
Opportunities
...opportunity to get to know our spirituality and charism and to grow on your own spiritual journey. Join us from wherever you are! See upcoming virtual events Mission Immersion Experience Can’t make the weekend retreat or don’t want to wait that long? No problem! Schedule a “mission immersion” overnight experience with our community. Women ages 18-42 are invited to come spend a few days with us at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Your stay might include a tour of the motherhouse grounds, a...
Organic gardening
...five acres of USDA certified organic gardens and two acres of organically grown orchards at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods are managed by White Violet Center for Eco-Justice staff. These delicious vegetables, fruits, and herbs are sold in the Farm Store at White Violet Center, at the Terre Haute Farmers’ Market at The Meadows Shopping Center, and to local food services and restaurants. Those interested in garden volunteer work or scheduling a group tour of the garden should contact at 812-535-2946 or lrobinette@spsmw.org....
Farm internship details & benefits
...through February, will get to work with fiber on a regular basis when the growing season is slower. skirting (sorting and cleaning) alpaca fiber carding, spinning and dyeing knitting, weaving, crocheting and felting You’ll be part of the team Monthly enrichment like this seed saving class are part of your intern experience. As an intern you’re a part of the White Violet Center team. You will assist in events, workshops, classes and tours that we offer. Intern projects At the...