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Sister Profile
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….
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From us to you: Blessings to you for giving
Published on February 5, 2021
…to people through Spiritual Direction relationships. Keep the flame of hope alive with the Light a Candle prayer ministry. Switch to a customer-friendly web platform, enabling Linden Leaf Gifts to continue offering inspirational gifts and unique Saint Mother Theodore items. Open an online presence for White Violet Center Farm Store’s fresh produce, locally made products and flowers, allowing for safe, contactless pickup. Expand the Farm Store’s community presence at the Terre Haute Farmer’s Market. Offer outdoor tours of White Violet…
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Volunteer opportunity spotlight: Docent this sound amazing?
Published on April 16, 2019
…Theodore Guerin. Sister Jan Craven, SP So what exactly is a docent? I would describe a docent as a tour guide on steroids. A docent does give tours. But they also discuss and comment on what they are showing along the way. Sister Jan Craven, SP, Co-Director of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center and Director of Shrines at Saint Mary-of-the Woods says, “The word docent comes from the Latin word docere meaning ‘to teach.’ In becoming a docent you are…
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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…
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Opportunities
…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 chance to get to know our foundress…
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Organic gardening
…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 Bailey at 812-535-2932 or wvc@spsmw.org….
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Farm internship details & benefits
…spinning and dyeing knitting, weaving, crocheting and felting You’ll be part of the team Weekly 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’ll attend monthly staff meetings, weekly intern enrichment activities and any other educational opportunities or experiences that may arise. You could also be asked to assist in events, workshops, classes and tours that the center offers. Intern projects At the end…
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Must sees
…families today. See our beautiful Shrine to Our Lady of Providence White Violet Center for Eco-Justice You may already know about our adorable alpacas but did you know we also have an actual working farm? At White Violet Center you’ll find a farm store, chickens, bees, USDA-certified organic gardens with two high tunnels and two greenhouses, an orchard, a berry patch, and a classified forest. A self-guided walking tour is available. Explore what White Violet Center has to offer Blessed…
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Bike, hike and walk
…architecture, alpacas, horses, chickens, trees, flowers and so much more. When you park your car you can park all your troubles for a while and just enjoy the peace and quiet that surrounds you. Download a walking tour map to see some of the places you can go. We want you to feel at home at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Stop by Providence Spirituality & Conference Center while you’re here and say “hi.” We will gladly answer any questions you may have….
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Virtual visit
We know you want to visit – but maybe you can’t get here just yet. Enjoy these photos in the meantime. We hope they’ll inspire you to get here sooner. The Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Frosty morning at the Woods Fresh air for the soul Early morning sun on on a field at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Have a seat and enjoy the beauty of God’s creation. Providence Hall in the early morning mist. New walking tour signage to show up…
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Get involved
…tour groups and sharing your clerical skills to assisting with activities in our health care and providing transportation for sisters. Are you a graduating college senior or perhaps you just retired? Take a break from the ordinary and become an intern at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. Spend three months to a year harvesting vegetables from the organic garden, helping shear alpacas, learning to spin fiber, weave or knit – the sky is the limit! Perhaps you’re looking for a…
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Saint Anne Shell Chapel
…painted nautilus border trims the top of the walls. Since 1844, on July 25, the Sisters of Providence gather for a solemn procession, walking from the Motherhouse to the chapel in honor of Saint Anne. Below you will be able to watch a virtual tour of the chapel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bvQD86wMLE Shell Chapel Restoration Project Recently, the Sisters of Providence applied for a federal grant to have the shell chapel restored and received monies to do so. The Indiana Department of Natural…