Sisters of Providence honored for commitment to diversity

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods were honored recently for their commitment to diversity.

The Congregation received a Champion of Diversity award during the recent annual awards program sponsored by Indiana Minority Business Magazine.

During the presentation, the Sisters of Providence were introduced having “positively impacted others on virtually every level… The Sisters of Providence focus on social justice, anti-racism, eco-justice, non-violent strategies for peace, immigration rights and persons living in poverty.”

Sister Jane Marie Osterholt, general officer, who gave the invocation, accepted the award on behalf of the Congregation, along with Sister Maureen Fallon, who teaches at Providence Cristo Rey High School in Indianapolis, and Sister Demetria Smith, MSOLA, a member of the Congregation’s Anti-Racism Team.

“We are delighted to have our ministries recognized by the Indiana Minority Business Magazine, and to share recognition with so many others who have made a commitment promoting diversity and enriching the lives of others,” said Sister Denise Wilkinson, the Congregation’s general superior.