Paradise in a Corn Field

On Saturday we visited Jim’s aunt and uncle in Donaldson, Indiana. Jim’s aunt is a nun in the order Poor Handmaids of Jesus Christ that has its roots in Germany. She had the honor of being in charge of her order in the United States, and was also the first non German born member of the council that leads her order world wide.

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Diana is standing in front of the mother house. It always amazes us because you drive Indiana country roads through acres of corn fields to reach this bit of paradise. There is a full size cathedral, a small college campus, retreat center, retirement homes with several levels of care, lake, cemetery, cattle farm, and art center. Jim’s uncle has an apartment in the independent living portion that is open to the public.

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Above is a conference center where groups of any faiths may hold meetings.

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This is the independent living home for the retired sisters. To the left in the background of this picture is the cemetery for all of the US nuns in PHJC.

We enjoyed spending time with family in this little slice of heaven.

One thought on “Paradise in a Corn Field”

  1. Diana & Jim, Congratulations on moving into this new and exciting chapter in your lives! Thank you for allowing us to follow you along here while you “Follow Your Bliss”! I am so happy for you! ❤

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