Sisters of Earth meet at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods

The Sisters of Earth Conference is currently taking place at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana where more than 100 women have gathered for “Sharing the Wisdom, Shaping the Dream: Deep Transition.”
Today’s focus is on connecting food, culture, and Earth’s survival, said Sister of Providence Mary Moloney, who is attending the conference that ends Sunday.

Friday's schedule includes prayer, song, a tour of White Violet Center and sessions with presenter Dr. Nettie Wiebe, organic farmer and agrarian feminist from the Canadian Prairie who speaks on themes of food sovereignty, ethics and ecology.

The following are some photos from today.


The morning of the Sisters of Earth Conference begins with meditation, song and introductions.

Jan Novotka sings and plays guitar as the day begins.



More than 100 women gather in Le Fer Ballroom at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana for the 2012 Sisters of Earth Conference.

The Cosmic Walk is part of the 2012 Sisters of Earth Conference at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana.

Tours of White Violet Center for Eco-Justice are offered during the 2012 Sisters of Earth Conference. This group walks through the organically grown gardens.

This group gets a closer look at the alpacas of White Violet Farm Alpacas at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods during the Sisters of Earth Conference taking place this weekend.