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Immaculata, Washington, D.C.
...Islamic period, and, most spectacularly, the summer residence of one of the rulers of Petra, Malichos I. This dates to around 30 BC., and contained wonderful sculptures, including this head of Ampelos, a companion of Dionysos. (August 2024) Ellen Roney Hughes Class of 1961 Greetings, Long ago, June 1961, I graduated from Immaculata HS with an excellent education, despite my antiauthoritarian nature and poor study habits. I left with a love of the school, of history and especially of my...
Visit Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
...are required for all indoor public spaces. You’ll find a variety of experiences here at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Rooted in spirituality, it’s the perfect place to relax, reflect or pray. You can immerse yourself in our fascinating history and amazing architecture. 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....
Group tours
If you work at a school, belong to an organization, church, or club, you can schedule a group tour with one of our knowledgeable tour leaders. Our tours are perfect if you have a passion for history, are interested in spirituality and religion, have a love of nature, or are curious about living more sustainably. A guided tour is one of the best ways for you to understand our story and how it applies to these topics. All are welcome...
Retreat opportunities
Upcoming retreats We offer a variety of retreat opportunities throughout the year. Visit the Retreats & Spiritual Programs category of our Events Calendar to see all. Oct 23 October 23 at 4:00 pm - October 25 at 2:00 pm EDT Come and See Fall 2026 Retreat View Calendar Stay in a beautiful and comfortable hermitage located in Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Private quiet retreats Find extended time for prayer, solitude, quiet and peace during a silent retreat. The time throughout the week...
Must sees
...abundant nature at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. If you would like to contact our Archives Department to find a specific sister, please click here. Learn more about our peaceful cemetery Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto You can enjoy this amazing space from the viewing area above or take the steps down to get a closer look. During WWI, Mother Mary Cleophas Foley prayed for peace and pledged to build a grotto similar to the famous Our Lady of Lourdes in France should...
Agritourism
Agritourism is a combination of agriculture and tourism. Of the about 1,000 acres of land at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, owned by the Sisters of Providence, you’ll find a herd of 40 fuzzy alpacas; flock of about 150 laying chickens; 7-acre USDA certified organic garden with high tunnels and greenhouses and an orchard; berry patches; nature trail; and a Farm Store. You can schedule a guided tour or do a self-guided tour of all areas or portions of the small farm....
December 21, 2025: Fourth Sunday of Advent
...never alone no matter how hard things get, can be every bit as effective. Awake from your dark place. Keep moving and loving and seeking. Things will get better. Action “They shall name him Emmanuel, which means ‘God is with us.”’ What does it mean for God to be with us? When do you feel God with you most strongly? Find time to be with God today, whether that’s by mediating or sitting in nature or reciting your favorite prayer....
ICE and Immigration
...sufficient oversight to ensure its company’s values and objectives are upheld. French lawmakers and union groups faced increased public criticism about the nature of the work CGS was performing with ICE, especially against the backdrop of intense national debate over immigration enforcement. What are the Catholics, Other Denominations, Faith Groups, and Justice Organizations saying? American Indian College Fund: For the safety of our Native relatives, we urge individuals to contact their tribal government offices to obtain a tribal identification card...
Moving from Bystanding to Upstanding
...requires an individual to overcome the bystander effects of fear, shock, awe, numbness, or other barriers to taking personal responsibility to help rather than assuming that someone else will. General Councilor Sister Carole Kimes (left) and Sister Claire Hanson at prayer According to the American Psychological Association, the proactive steps to take to become an upstander are as follows: Take notice of the situation and interpret it. Evaluate the problematic nature of the situation. Assume responsibility. Decide how to approach....
Our Earth Day Festival Origins
...are bringing their own children. We are always delighted to add more vendors and fun activities for the whole family. Our Earth Day is great for kids and adults alike, giving both an opportunity to come together to celebrate all the amazing things our planet does for us and to educate on what we can do if we take action together to build a stronger, healthier future for our planet. Forming connections and good memories with nature, and your community,...
WVC to host Lunch and Learn workshop
Plan to join White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, a ministry of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, for the upcoming workshop “Lunch and Learn: Native and Invasives of Indiana Woods.” The workshop will take place from noon-3 p.m., on Saturday, May 9, at White Violet Center and various other locations at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. A family getting ready to go on a nature trail walk with forrester Stu Haney. Begin the day with a lunch prepared by White Violet...
Our Future and Land Justice
...Peace, Sisters of St. Joseph, Sisters of Providence, Sisters of Loretto, Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration and Sisters of Charity. Nature Conservancy The Six Nations Iroquois Cultural Center (6NICC) has acquired 600 acres of wooded property in Onchiota, NY, in one of the largest returns of private land to Indigenous people in state history. Groundwater and habitat protection, and public access New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced the permanent protection of more than...