Chesterfield in Madison County, Indiana — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The Garden of Prayer and Sentinel Angel
— Camp Chesterfield —
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, August 5, 2023
1. The Garden of Prayer and Sentinel Angel Marker
Inscription.
The Garden of Prayer and Sentinel Angel. . Unique to the state of Indiana, the “Garden of Prayer” is a prime architectural example of a European-style grotto that was established as a site for spiritual meditation and religious devotion. Originally only one room, it was equipped with an altar, guardian angels, and a statue of Jesus Christ where devotees prayed and lit devotion candles. Sometime later, the grotto was expanded to include a second room featuring a stained glass window and another statue of Jesus where visitors may meditate in silence. In 1941, the Sentinel Angel was placed outside the entrance of the Garden of Prayer as a memorial to the Mack Family. , When Camp Chesterfield dedicated new structures or displays, these frequently became the photographic backdrop for special events. Please note the Sentinel Angel in the photograph of the resident mediums above, takes around the time of its placement.
Unique to the state of Indiana, the “Garden of Prayer” is a prime architectural example
of a European-style grotto that was established as a site for spiritual meditation and
religious devotion. Originally only one room, it was equipped with an altar, guardian
angels, and a statue of Jesus Christ where devotees prayed and lit devotion candles.
Sometime later, the grotto was expanded to include a second room featuring a stained
glass window and another statue of Jesus where visitors may meditate in silence. In
1941, the Sentinel Angel was placed outside the entrance of the Garden of Prayer as a
memorial to the Mack Family.
When Camp Chesterfield dedicated new structures or displays, these frequently became
the photographic backdrop for special events. Please note the Sentinel Angel in the
photograph of the resident mediums above, takes around the time of its placement.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Churches & Religion. A significant historical year for this entry is 1941.
Location. 40° 6.996′ N, 85° 35.824′ W. Marker is in Chesterfield, Indiana, in Madison County. Marker can be reached from Grandview Drive north of Lincoln Drive, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 307 Grandview Dr, Anderson IN 46017, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, August 5, 2023
2. The Garden of Prayer and Sentinel Angel Marker
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, August 5, 2023
3. The Garden of Prayer entrance
Photographed By Duane and Tracy Marsteller, August 5, 2023
4. The Garden of Prayer Interior
from Hett Art Gallery & Museum at Camp Chesterfield via Indiana Memory (PD-US), 1936
5. The Garden of Prayer Opening
Credits. This page was last revised on August 24, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 24, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee. This page has been viewed 48 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos:1, 2, 3, 4, 5. submitted on August 24, 2023, by Duane and Tracy Marsteller of Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
