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Lunch and Learn: Native and Invasives of Indiana Woods
...a guided hike with forester Stuart Haney, who will identify the native trees and plants that have been around since Saint Mother Theodore Guerin walked these Woods. In addition, Haney will identify the invasive plants the Sisters of Providence have been working to eliminate. Make sure to wear comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing for the weather. Cost to attend the workshop is $40. The registration deadline is Thursday, May 7. Register online below or by calling 812-535-2946 or emailing lrobinette@spsmw.org....
Our Earth Day Festival Origins
...parking lot with a few tents. Now as we head into our 28th anniversary, we are recognized as the longest running Earth Day Festival in the state. We have seen crowds of up to 1,200 and more (on those occasions with really good weather). We have had educational and local vendors that have been with us for more than a decade (maybe two) and folks tell us that they used to come to Earth Day as kids and now they...
A Gracious Ceremony: New Building for Miracle Home
...as soon as she had hoped … but she knew this day would come. It HAD to come, because the elders of the area needed this to happen! On the day of the dedication, it was as though our Provident God was looking over it all and saying, “After all that hard work, they deserve nothing but the best!” And what a dedication celebration it was! In picture perfect weather, the outdoor ceremony began with a performance by the Dingtai...
Overnight Security Guard
...logs of nightly activities and draft formal reports regarding accidents, safety hazards, or security breaches. Community Assistance: Enforce campus rules, speed limits, and parking regulations firmly and courteously. Lock doors, manage lighting, and provide aid to residents, staff, and visitors when requested. Facilities Support: Monitor fire protection systems, report equipment malfunctions, and perform occasional light grounds maintenance (such as spreading salt or shoveling snow during winter weather). Qualifications and Skills Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Experience: Previous security, military,...
Dry conditions ‘no surprise’ to WVC
West Central Indiana is currently seeing “abnormally dry” weather conditions. At the time of this writing, 39 U.S. states are experiencing Moderate Drought conditions, per the National Integrated Drought Information System. While it may be inconvenient, these climate conditions come as no surprise to the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (WVC) Team. “We’re also getting used to it,” said John-Michael Elmore, WVC Farm Manager. “We’ve had extended periods of drought for three of the past four years. It’s kind of...
Farmers and Their Flocks: Braving the Elements Year-Round
When the weather turns bitterly cold or unbearably hot, most of us find comfort indoors. However, for our White Violet Center farmers and animal care team—there’s no such thing as a day off. Their steadfast commitment ensures animals are well cared for, regardless of the weather conditions. Alpacas, with their thick fleece, are well-equipped to handle cold weather, but older members of the herd often need extra help. “While the alpacas do have all that fiber to keep them warm,...
Being ‘Stickered’
...have a special message on the back of a label; my label last Saturday was the word ‘GORGEOUS,’ so I looked out at the autumn colored trees and whispered: ‘You are gorgeous; thank you for being you.’” On the opposite end of the question is Sister Janice Smith, “NO! I don’t look forward to being stickered. I am always so afraid that I will forget to go get them that it generally is another stressor to me. But it does help...
White Violet Center earns ‘Real Organic Project’ designation
...of enforcement of some vital USDA Organic standards to protect soil health and animal welfare, organic farmers rallied together to fight to protect the integrity of the organic label. This is what originally motivated WVC Farm Manager John-Michael Elmore to apply for this certification. “We (WVC) are already certified organic, so this became an extension of that. USDA organic certification is getting manipulated by large agri-businesses, and doesn’t fully represent the original intent of the organic movement,” John-Michael said. “While it’s still an important regulatory standard,...
Season of Creation 2022: Fair Trade and Climate Change
...Industry Consider buying second hand clothing, repairing and repurposing clothing, participating in a clothing swap, etc. Some stores that sell Fair Trade clothing include Athleta, Linden Leaf Gifts, Mata Traders, and MarketPlace: Handwork of India, Patagonia. Some brands such as Patagonia have a second-hand label – theirs is Worn Well. Check other stores and buy second hand through them. For tips on being fashionable inexpensively, click here. Read The Conscious Closet: A Revolutionary Guide to Looking Good While Doing Good...
The weather was magnificent. It seemed…
The weather was magnificent. It seemed that heaven united with earth to add beauty to the feast. Never had I seen our solitude so charming.
Forest Meditations
...easy trail with uneven ground and some slight inclines and declines. You are encouraged to wear closed-toed shoes and dress accordingly for the weather. This meditation series begins at 10 a.m. EDT and lasts for about an hour. *Please note that this event could be cancelled because of inclement weather. All who register will receive email reminders and updates based on the weather conditions. Registration is recommended but NOT required. These events are free, but freewill donations are sincerely appreciated....
Auschwitz-Birkenau
Note: Sister Sue Paweski, SP, and others, recently embarked on a pilgrimage to Poland and Prague. While on the pilgrimage, they also visited Auschwitz. Here Sister Sue reflects on the visit. Silence. Silence. The commotion of the passengers climbing out of the coach buses and heading to restrooms; buying bottles of water; chatting about the weather and the drive; finding the guides who introduce themselves. Then as we begin the long trek to the entrance to the Auschwitz concentration camp, the guide tells...