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Opportunities
...with the sisters in our breathtaking Church of the Immaculate Conception, a visit to White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (and our herd of alpacas!) or prayer time in the beautiful Blessed Sacrament Chapel. And of course there will be ample opportunity to spend time with our sisters and get to know the community. Bring a friend or even a small group. Room and meals can be provided. To arrange your visit to the Woods, contact Sister Joni Luna via our...
Organic gardening, alpaca and fiber arts internships
...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 in the barn and pastures caring for the alpacas and/or with the alpaca fiber. Internships are designed to be customizable to your own goals, within the boundaries of what we offer at White Violet Center. Interns can expect to work in all three areas of livestock, certified organic garden and fiber arts projects....
Bike, hike and walk
Walking may be good for your health, but walking near alpacas is even better. At Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, you’ll find miles of paved roads and walkways that we invite you to enjoy. Bring your bike, push your stroller or walk your dog in this natural setting. You’ll get to see beautiful 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...
History Timeline 1966–Today
...opens. It welcomes its first alpacas two years later. The sisters work very hard to return to their sustainable roots. They try to educate themselves and others about caring for Earth. 1996 White Violet Center for Eco-Justice dedicated, with alpacas added in 1997 1996–2001 Administration of Sister Diane Ris Sister Beth Wright ministering at Saint Ann Clinic. Ministering in health care The sisters open a new health care building in 1983. It grows over the years and offers more services....
Sisters honor past, present White Violet Center directors
...recycling, spirituality, social action, education, energy use and administration. “Perhaps what was most challenging for Sister Ann and her team was changing the way things were done – like moving from conventional farming to organic farming and maintaining our wetlands and caring for our forests in a planned way. “Probably one of her finest moments was finding just the right livestock to complement the farm’s work – who knew those alpacas would become campus celebrities and a wonderful model for...
Alpaca Yoga
May 24 at 10:45 am – 12:00 pm EDT White Violet Farm Alpacas barn Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876 White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 812-535-2930 View Facilitator Website Sisters of Providence $5 – $15 Join the staff of White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (WVC), a ministry of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and others as they host the upcoming Alpaca Yoga, scheduled to take place from 11 a.m.-noon, on Sunday, May 24, Sunday, June 28, Sunday, July 26,...
Alpaca Yoga
June 28 at 10:45 am – 12:00 pm EDT White Violet Farm Alpacas barn Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876 White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 812-535-2930 View Facilitator Website Sisters of Providence $5 – $15 Join the staff of White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (WVC), a ministry of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and others as they host the upcoming Alpaca Yoga, scheduled to take place from 11 a.m.-noon, on Sunday, June 28, Sunday, July 26, and Sunday, August...
Alpaca Yoga
July 26 at 10:45 am – 12:00 pm EDT White Violet Farm Alpacas barn Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876 White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 812-535-2930 View Facilitator Website Sisters of Providence $5 – $15 Join the staff of White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (WVC), a ministry of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and others as they host the upcoming Alpaca Yoga, scheduled to take place from 11 a.m.-noon, on Sunday, July 26, and Sunday, August 23. Shannon Hamilton,...
Alpaca Yoga
August 23 at 10:45 am – 12:00 pm EDT White Violet Farm Alpacas barn Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876 White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 812-535-2930 View Facilitator Website Sisters of Providence $5 – $15 Join the staff of White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (WVC), a ministry of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and others as they host the upcoming Alpaca Yoga, scheduled to take place from 11 a.m.-noon, on Sunday, August 23. Shannon Hamilton, Athletic Trainer for Saint...
Volunteering
...passions. Some of our volunteers keep a regular schedule while others help out as their time permits. Volunteering is a great way to meet people, gain experience, and boost your confidence. Volunteer opportunities with the Sisters of Providence include visiting patients in health care, leading tour groups, answering phones, maintaining the grounds, working in the organic gardens, helping with alpacas and assisting at special events and more. To learn more about volunteering contact our Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Knoblock at 812-535-2878....
White Violet Center for Eco-Justice
Teaching, caring, inspiring for all creation. A ministry of the Sisters of Providence, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana was established in 1996. Here you’ll find a herd of alpacas, a flock of laying chickens, a 5-acre USDA certified organic garden, orchards, bee hives, a Farm Store, nature trail and internship opportunities....
Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
...tour or a self-guided tour where you can explore at your own pace. There is plenty to do indoors such as visiting the Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Gueirn, the Church of the Immaculate Conception and the Blessed Sacrament Chapel. Animal and nature lovers will discover an abundance of trees and plants as well as a variety of creatures such as alpacas and chickens. You can do a little shopping and stop for a bite to eat. All are welcome....