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The Sisters of Providence mission: living the Gospel today
...of those who are spiritually hungry. Our White Violet Center for Eco-Justice provides organic food and works to heal this ailing planet we call Earth. Sisters serving But beyond our sponsored institutions and ministries, we Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods carry out the mission in many other ways as well. Our doctor, nurses and other health care ministers provide care for those who suffer physically, emotionally and/or spiritually. Our spiritual directors and hospital chaplains attend to those who, in...
Sisters continue care for neighbors in need
...need and maybe we can meet it. This ministry grew organically in response to the West Terre Haute community.” Sister Lisa officially started ministering with The Connecting Link, located at 830 W. National Ave., West Terre Haute, on March 21 of this year. Sister Dorothy has also ministered for 16 years with the male inmates at the United States Penitentiary in Terre Haute. Sister Janice Smith, SP, recently transitioned into that position. Sister Dorothy will continue to minister with female...
Saint Mother Theodore’s Legacy Lives: Giving Day 2022
...on wheels and respite care for caregivers. We provide spiritual programming through Providence Spirituality & Conference Center. A Sister of Providence doctor as well as nurses and health care ministers provide hope and healing. Spiritual directors and hospital chaplains attend to those who need spiritual guidance and comfort. Other urgent needs – Sisters work with refugees who have fled the violence in their countries and advocate for justice for the oppressed. White Violet Center for Eco-Justice provides organic food and...
Come out to the Fall Volunteer Open House
The Volunteer Services Department of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, will conduct an Open House from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., and 2-6 p.m., EDT, on Wednesday, Oct. 25, in the Foley Room of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center. The Open House is a great opportunity to learn about what volunteer opportunities we have to offer in a casual setting while enjoying some drinks and light snacks. Volunteer opportunities range from working in the organic White Violet Center for...
Come out to our Volunteer Open House
...the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice gardens. Volunteer opportunities range from working in the organic White Violet Center for Eco-Justice farm in the garden or with the alpacas and chickens, administrative support/welcome desks, I.T. programming, store assistance at the White Violet Farm Store or Linden Leaf Gifts, visiting sisters and other health care residents, assisting in our Resource Center or Providence Food Pantry, researching and writing for our Mission Advancement office, or many one-time events like Christmas Fun at the...
We’re all connected: John-Michael’s story
...at O’Shaughnessy Dining Hall, John-Michael expressed heartfelt gratitude for the support of the Sisters of Providence and their ministries, like the White Violet Center (WVC). He emphasized how this backing has empowered WVC to advance eco-justice through sustainable farming and robust community support initiatives. In 2023, WVC made a significant impact by donating over 4,000 pounds of fresh, organic produce to local food banks. John-Michael announced an ambitious goal for 2024: to increase these donations to 10,000 lbs, nearly doubling the contribution to those in need...
Scenes from our 2024 Donor Dinner
...and vegetables that came from the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice organic garden. The meal also included an edible flower that was part of the dessert. A photo of the 2024 Rooted in Providence award. Sister Joni Luna (left) with Sister Barbara Battista (center) and Providence Associate Marilyn Rausch. Sister Theresa Clare Carr with her brother Ed Carr. This year’s Sarah and Joseph Thralls Award winner Daniel Bluntzer (right) with General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski (left) and Sister Joni Luna....
Dry conditions ‘no surprise’ to WVC
...shows that West Central Indiana may not be waiting for rain for much longer. A measurable amount of rainfall within the next two weeks will allow the farm to get the fall crops planted and in the ground, so that the team can continue to grow certified-organic, healthy food for the local community. Farming in this day and age is all about being flexible, trying new ideas and experimenting with new methods to help WVC be successful in their mission....
Come and See Retreat – Spring 2025
...the community for me? Experience life as a Sister of Providence Learn more about what the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods have to offer: Faithfulness to prayer and total trust in Providence, A lived legacy of love, mercy and justice from our foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, A close-knit community that has called Saint Mary-of-the-Woods with its classified forests and organic farmland home since 1840, A long history of standing up for justice, and Ministries that respond to current...
Alpaca Encounter: From Farm to Fiber Art
March 29, 2025 at 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm EDT White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 1 Sisters of Providence Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876 812-535-2932 View Location Website White Violet Center for Eco-Justice 812-535-2930 View Facilitator Website $25 per person and includes felting project Visit our (almost) famous alpaca herd at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Learn about the origins of alpacas and why they are so beneficial to our USDA-certified organic farm. See and feel their sheared fiber and go step by step...
Come and See Retreat – Fall 2025
...in Providence A lived legacy of love, mercy and justice from our foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin A close-knit community that has called Saint Mary-of-the-Woods with its classified forests and organic farmland home since 1840 A long history of standing up for justice Ministries that respond to current needs: today we serve at the US/Mexico border, teach, serve in the medical field, in churches, in social justice arenas and much more. Explore how you can live the legacy and mission of a saint as a...
Is God calling you to be a Sister of Providence?
...me? During the retreat, learn more about what the Sisters of Providence have to offer, including: Faithfulness to prayer and total trust in Providence, A lived legacy of love, mercy and just from foundress Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, A close-knit community that has called Saint Mary-of-the-Woods with its classified forests and organic farmland home since 1840, A long history of standing up for justice, and Ministries that respond to current needs. Those interested in attending the free retreat are encouraged...