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.
We’re all connected: John-Michael’s story
'We like to remind each other around here that we're all connected.'
White Violet Center earns ‘Real Organic Project’ designation
'It sends a message to consumers that we care ...'
Sister Emily TeKolste featured in Global Sisters Report
Sister Emily TeKolste writes a column for Global Sisters Report regarding the Eclipse Party
The Cry of the Poor
Can we hear the cry of the poor and respond collectively and individually for justice?
What does winter look like on an alpaca and chicken farm?
As if alpacas weren’t cute enough without adding outerwear.
WVC adds ‘Real Organic Project’ certification
Real organic farming relies on the microbial activity of the soil to slowly release nutrients to the plant
For our Congregation, this is Eco-Justice
Our work of transformation and conversion is challenging but so necessary!
Welcome Providence Jack Francis!
All are invited to come to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods to meet Providence Jack Francis and the other alpacas!