Hollyhocks at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice.Each flower has a star in the center.
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A spirituality of justice and sustainability that sees God's Providence as hope and healing for us and our world is alive and vibrant at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.
Come and sit in the Reflection Garden or under a giant tree or at the side of the lake, quietly absorbing it.
Our Individualized Earth Sabbatical Program allows people the opportunity to deepen the call of “hope and healing” for all creation. The tools for the program consist of physical labor on the farm, working with the animals, guided readings, videos, discussion groups, spiritual direction, art integration and time away in the straw bale retreat house.
Private retreats
Earth Retreat
Available by appointment
Looking for a different kind of retreat? Let Earth help you deepen your relationship with the Divine. Join us at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice and enjoy:
• Working in the garden
• Reading and reflecting
• Sitting under the grandmother Oak Tree
• Getting to know the alpacas
• Sharing in daily Spiritual direction
• Creating some fiber art
Within the limits of our schedule, individuals may come to White Violet Center for Eco-Justice for a period of time. During a stay, some want only peace and quiet and others wish to speak with a spiritual director. The Earth Retreat can meet both of those needs.
Contact Sister Maureen Freeman, CSJ, at 812-535-2930 or mfreeman@spsmw.org for further information including pricing.
Eco-spirituality events
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Aug. 8-14, 2010: "God, Jesus, Prayer and Liturgy in a New Story of the Universe"
Presenter Michael Morwood; $450 includes room and board and $325 for commuters; Check-in 3-5 p.m. EDT Aug. 8 and retreat concludes with lunch at noon EDT on Aug. 14; Registration deadline July 16 includes a $50 deposit.
This retreat provides an opportunity to reflect on a Christian spirituality grounded in belief that everyone and everything is connected in the mystery we call "God." Reflect on Jesus as the revealer of this mystery and how prayer and liturgy affirm our participation in it.
For more information or to register for these events, please contact Sister Maureen Freeman, CSJ, at 812-535-2930 or mfreeman@spsmw.org