Sisters of Providence celebrate Senior Jubilees

Sixteen Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, are celebrating senior jubilees this year.

60-year Jubilarians

Sister Claire Hanson, formerly Sister Brigid Eileen, was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Currently, she ministers as a driver, receptionist at the Administration Building, and volunteer at Providence Food Pantry for the Sisters of Providence.

Sister Claire entered the Congregation on September 12, 1965, from St. Rose Parish, Chelsea. She professed first vows on August 15, 1968, and final vows on September 30, 1973.

She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Indiana State University and a master’s degree in elementary education/early childhood from Lesley University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Her ministries include:

In Washington, D.C.: Teacher, St. Ann (1971).

In New Hampshire: Teacher, Lady Isle, Portsmouth (1971-75).

In Maryland: Teacher, St. Clement, Lansdowne (1975-76).

In Massachusetts: Teacher, St. Agnes, Arlington (1976-80); Teacher, Catholic Charitable Bureau Family Day Care, Cambridge (1980-81); Teacher, ST. Patrick, Stoneham (1981-82); Teacher, St. Rose, Chelsea (1985-96); Teacher, St. Patrick School, Stoneham (1996-2001); Teacher, St. Agnes School, Arlington (2001-10); Office Staff, St. Agnes School, Arlington (2010-17); Home Health Care Provider, Peace of Mind, Inc., Jamaica Plain (2010-17).

In Illinois: Teacher, Maternity BVM, Chicago (1982-86).

In Indiana: Minister of Care, Providence Health Care, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2017-23); Driver, receptionist, Administration Building, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2023-present); Providence Food Pantry Volunteer, West Terre Haute (2023-present).

Sister Kathleen Leonard, formerly Sister Dennis Therese, was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Currently, she ministers in residential services/mail distribution and as sacristan for the Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Kathleen entered the Congregation on September 12, 1965, from St. Rose Parish, Chelsea. She professed first vows on August 15, 1968, and final vows on November 23, 1973.

She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a Licentiate in clinical psychology from the Gregorian University in Rome.

Her ministries include:

In Indiana: Teacher, St. Andrew, Indianapolis (1969); Director of Postulants, St. Joan of Arc, Indianapolis (1983-86); Director of Canonical and Mission Novices, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1986-91); Residential Services/Mail Distribution/Sacristan, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2018-present).

In Massachusetts: Teacher, St. Rose, Chelsea (1969-70); Therapist/Consultant/School Counselor, Wakefield, Chelsea (1994-2004); Therapist/Consultant/School Counselor, Wakefield and St. Rose, Chelsea (2004-09); Therapist/Consultant, Wakefield (2009-18)

In Maryland: Teacher, St. Clement, Lansdowne (1970-71).

In Washington, D.C.: Teacher, Dunblane (1977-80).

Sister Betty Paul, formerly Sister Paulette, was born in Evansville. Currently, she ministers as the Northern Regional Coordinator for the Office of Faith Formation of the Diocese of Charlotte, North Carolina, located in Greensboro.

Sister Betty entered the Congregation on September 12, 1965, from Corpus Christi Parish in Evansville. She professed first vows on August 15, 1968, and final vows on April 10, 1976.

She has a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a master’s of pastoral ministry from Seattle University.

Her ministries include:

In Indiana: Teacher, Roncalli High School, Indianapolis (1970-73); Teacher, Terre Haute Schulte High School, Terre Haute (1973-76).

In Oklahoma: Program Director of Youth Ministry, Archdiocese of Oklahoma City (1977-83); Associate Director of Youth Ministry, Archdiocese of Oklahoma City (1983-86); Director of Youth Ministry Catholic Youth Office, Archdiocese of Oklahoma City (1986-89).

In Massachusetts: Director of Youth Ministry, Office for Youth Ministry, Diocese of Worcester (1998-2005).

In North Carolina: Northern Regional Coordinator for the Office of Faith Formation, Diocese of Charlotte located in Greensboro (2006-preent).

In Connecticut: Associate Director, Diocesan Office of Youth Ministry of Norwich (1989-1994); Acting Director, Diocesan Office of Youth Ministry, Uncasville (1994-96); Associate Director, Diocesan Office of Youth and Religious Education, Uncasville (1996-97); Associate Director, Diocesan Office for Faith Formation, Uncasville (1997-98).

Sister Martha Rojo, formerly Sister Maria Cruz, was born in Van Nuys, California. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer of Spanish Bereavement Ministries and for Communion Services for Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Newhall, California, and Atria Assisted Living, located in Santa Clarita.

Sister Martha entered the Congregation on September 12, 1965, from St. Elisabeth Parish in Van Nuys. She professed first vows on August 15, 1968, and final vows on December 12, 1976.

She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a master’s degree in religious studies in Hispanic ministries from Incarnate Word.

Her ministries include:

In California: Teacher/Coordinator of Religious Education, St. Teresa, Los Angeles (1970-76); Teacher, St. Anthony, Gardena (1976-81); Director of Religious Education, Sacred Heart Parish, Holister (1990-94); Associate Chaplain, St. Francis Medical Center, Lynwood (1994-95); Chaplain, St. Francis Medical Center, Lynwood (1995-2016); Volunteer/Spanish Bereavement Ministries, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Newhall (2021-present); Communion Services, Atria Assisted Living, Santa Clarita (2023-present).

In Texas: Director of Religious Education, St. Jude Parish, San Antonio (1982-89).

Sister Mary Ann Stewart, formerly Sister Marie Faith, was born in Terre Haute, Indiana. Currently, she ministers as a teacher at Cathedral High School in Indianapolis.

Sister Mary Ann entered the Congregation on September 12, 1965, from Sacred Heart Parish, Terre Haute. She professed first vows on August 15, 1968, and final vows on August 15, 1978.

She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a master’s degree in Department of Curriculum Social Studies from Indiana State University.

Her ministries include:

In Indiana: Teacher, St. Philip Neri, Indianapolis (1970-74); Teacher, Middle Central Catholic, Indianapolis (1974-80); Teacher, Cathedral High School, Indianapolis (1980-present).

70-year Jubilarians

Sister Josephine Bryan, formerly Sister Joseph Anthony, was born in Hollywood, Maryland. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer visitor at Scripps Mercy Hospital, Chula Vista, California.

Sister Josephine entered the Congregation on July 22, 1955, from Holy Redeemer Parish, College Park, Maryland. She professed first vows on January 23, 1958, and final vows on August 15, 1963.

She has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in addition to a bachelor of science in nursing from St. Xavier College. Sister Josephine also has a master’s of science in nursing from the University of Indianapolis.

Her ministries include:

In Indiana: Teacher, St. Andrew, Indianapolis (1960-61); Teacher, St. Joan of Arc, Indianapolis (1961-64); Infirmary Work, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1964-65); Head Nurse, Second Floor, Infirmary, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1967-69); Supervisor, Infirmary, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1971-73); Staff Nurse, St. Elizabeth Hospital, Lafayette (1973-74); Director of Nursing, Health Care, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1976-84);

In Vietnam: Nurse, Hue (1969-71).

In Washington, D.C.: Gerontology Clinical Specialist, Providence Hospital (1986-88); Outreach Nurse and Family Clinic Coordinator, Health Care for Homeless (1989-93); Nurse Educator, Geriatrics Providence Hospital (1993-94).

In Maryland: Head Nurse-Supervisor, Carroll Manor Nursing Home, Hyattsville (1988-89).

In Wisconsin: Director of Retirement for the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, St. Rose Convent, La Crosse (1994-2000); Director of Health and Human Services, Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, La Crosse (2004-07); Service to the Elderly, Wisconsin (2007-08); Outreach Ministry, RN Volunteer, Clinic for the Uninsured, Hospice at Veterans Medical Center, Tomah (2008-10); Director of Holistic Health Services/Volunteer, VA Free Clinic for Uninsured, La Crosse and Tomah (2011-14).

In California: Director of Retirement/Nurse Consultant, Religious of the Sacred Heart of Mary Parish, Montebello (2000-04); RN Volunteer, VA Hospice and Visiting Nurse Hospice, Apple Valley (2010-11); Director of Holistic Health Services/Volunteer, Hospice visiting nurse, Apple Valley (2015-16); Volunteer, St. Mary Clinic and Hospital/Hospice visitor/prison chaplain, Apple Valley (2016-19); Volunteer, St. Mary Clinic and Hospital/Detention Center, Apple Valley (2019-22); Outreach to the Elderly, Catholic Charities of San Diego (2022-24); Volunteer Visitor, Scripps Mercy Hospital, Chula Vista (2024-present).

Sister Suzanne Dailey, formerly Sister Suzanne Marie, was born in Lincoln, Nebraska. Currently, she ministers as the Coordinator of the Sisters of Providence Resource Center.

Sister Suzanne entered the Congregation on July 22, 1955, from St. Ambrose Parish, Cheverly, Maryland. She professed first vows on January 23, 1958, and final vows on August 15, 1963.

She has a bachelor’s degree in social studies from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in addition to a master’s degree in U.S. history from Indiana University. Sister Suzanne also has a doctorate in U.S. history from St. Louis University and a master’s of science in education from the University of Southern Illinois in Carbondale.

Her ministries include:

In Illinois: Teacher, St. Athanasius, Evanston (1960-64); GED Program Director, Belleville Area College, Belleville (1994-2000); Director of Curriculum and Development, Southwestern Illinois College, Belleville (2000-03); Director of Adult Education, Southwestern Illinois College, Belleville (2003-13).

In Indiana: Teacher, Our Lady of Providence High School, Clarksville (1964-67); Assistant/Associate Professor of History, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (1971-82); Vice President for Academic Affairs, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (1982-90); Executive Vice President/Provost, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (1990-93); General Secretary, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2013-18); Coordinator of Resource Center, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2018-present).

In California: Teacher, Marywood, Orange (1967-68).

Sister Jean Fuqua, formerly Sister Jean Marian, was born in Owensboro, Kentucky. Currently, she ministers as a clerical assistant for the Clinical Care Office at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Jean entered the Congregation on February 2, 1955, from Immaculate Parish, Owensboro. She professed first vows on August 15, 1957, and final vows on August 15, 1962.

She has a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in addition to a master’s degree in mathematics from the University of Notre Dame. She also has a master’s of business administration in business management from Indiana University.

Her ministries include:

In Illinois: Teacher, Corpus Christi, Galesburg (1959-62).

In Indiana: Teacher, Our Lady of Providence High School, Clarksville (1962-67); Dean of Students, Math, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1967-73); Vice President of Student Affairs, Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1973-77); Vice President for Development, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1977-85); Assistant Professor of Math, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1987-98); Coordinator of Natural Resources, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1998-2002); Assistant Director, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2002-10); Volunteer Driver/Fiber Volunteer at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2010-13); Volunteer Driver, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2013-16); Volunteer, Providence Food Pantry, West Terre Haute (2013-16); Clerical Assistant, Clinical Care Office, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2017-present).

Sister Ann Matilda Holloran was born in Indianapolis. Currently, she ministers as a driver for the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Ann Matilda entered the Congregation on January 5, 1955, from St. Anthony Parish, Indianapolis. She professed first vows on August 15, 1957, and final vows on August 15, 1962.

She has a bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in addition to a master’s degree in elementary education from Ball State University.

Her ministries include:

In Illinois: Teacher, St. Andrew, Chicago (1959-61); Teacher, St. Joseph, Galesburg (1961-66).

In Indiana: Teacher, St. Jude, Indianapolis (1966-71); Teacher, St. Simon, Indianapolis (1971-77); Associate Pastor, Church of St. Therese, Fort Wayne (1978-85); Chaplain, Community Hospital East, Indianapolis (1989-2006); Minister of Care, Health Care Services, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2006-08); Administrator, Ministry of Care, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2008-12); Volunteer-Holistic Health Services, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and Terre Haute (2012-15); Volunteer, Clinical Care Office, Well Being Committee, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2018-19); Volunteer, Clinical Care Office, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2019-23); Driver, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2023-present).

Sister Ann Margaret O’Hara was born in Louisville, Kentucky. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Ann Margaret entered the Congregation on July 22, 1955, from St. Anthony Parish in Clarksville. She professed first vows on January 23, 1958, and final vows on August 15, 1963.

She has a bachelor’s degree in English from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in addition to a master’s degree in business education from Indiana University. Sister Ann Margaret also has a master’s degree in pastoral theology from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College.

Her ministries include:

In Illinois: Teacher, St. Francis Xavier, Wilmette (1960-63).

In Washington, D.C.: Director of Student Personnel, Immaculata College (1967-73); Director of Business Education and Student Personnel, Immaculata College (1973-75).

In Ohio: Special Projects Coordinator, National Association of Church Personnel Administration, Cincinnati (1986-88); Director of Program Services, NACPA-National Association of Church Personnel, Cincinnati (1988-91).

In Indiana: Teacher, Chartrand High School, Indianapolis (1963-67); Executive Secretary, St. Gabriel Province, Indianapolis (1975-76); Dean of Administration, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1976-77); Vice President of Student Affairs, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1977-78); Provincial, St. Gabriel Province, Indianapolis (1978-86); General Council, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1991-96); Vicar, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1996-2001); General Superior, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2001-06); Executive Director, Women of Providence in Collaboration, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2007-12); Consultant, National Religious Retirement Organization (2007-13); Volunteer, Providence Center, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2012-13); General Treasurer, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2013-16); Prayer and Physical Therapy, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2016-18); Volunteer, Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2018-20); Residential Services, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2018-20); Advisor to the General Treasurer, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2022); Prayer, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2022-present).

Sister Mary Ann Phelan, formerly Sister Marie Marcella, was born in Baltimore, Maryland. Currently, she ministers as a volunteer receptionist for Providence Hall at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Mary Ann entered the Congregation on July 23, 1955, from St. Clement Parish, Lansdowne, Maryland. She professed first vows on January 23, 1958, and final vows on August 15, 1963.

She has a bachelor’s degree in social studies from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College.

Her ministries include:

In Illinois: Teacher, St. Angela, Chicago (1960-61); Teacher, St. Joseph, Galesburg (1961-64).

In Massachusetts: Teacher, St. Rose High School, Chelsea (1964-69); Teacher, St. Rose High School, Chelsea (1970-73); Teacher, ST. Polycarp, Somerville (1978-70).

In Washington, D.C.: Teacher, Immaculata Preparatory (1969-70); Librarian, St. Ann (1979-82); Liturgy Planning, Catholic Deaf Center (1979-82); Director of Religious Education, Liturgy, Sign Language, Catholic Deaf Center (1982-85); Pastoral Assistant, Catholic Deaf Center (1985-91); Sign Language Interpreter, Prince Georges County Schools (1990-91); Sign Language Interpreter, Montgomery County Schools Department of Education, Rockville (1991-2003).

In Indiana: Associate Promoter of Mother Theodore Cause, Providence Hall, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2003-06); Associate Promoter of Mother Theodore Cause/Woods DayCare Pre-School Volunteer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2006-07); Receptionist Woods DayCare, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2010-14); Fundraiser, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (2010-14); Sign Language Instructor, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2010-14); Sign Language Instructor, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2014-15); Volunteer, Providence Spirituality & Conference Center, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2014-15); Driver/Volunteer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2015-20); Driver/Volunteer Receptionist, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2020-23); Volunteer Receptionist, Providence Hall, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods )2024-present).

Sister Margaret Quinlan, formerly Sister Ann Jude, was born in Troy, New York. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Margaret entered the Congregation on January 23, 1956, from Holy Spirit Parish, Evansville. She professed first vows on January 23, 1958, and final vows on August 15, 1963.

She has a bachelor’s degree in social studies from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a master’s degree in English from Indiana University.

Her ministries include:

In Indiana: Teacher, Nativity, Indianapolis (1960-62); Teacher, Aspirancy, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1964-66); Teacher, Our Lady of Providence High School, Clarksville (1972-78); WED Advisor, Evansville (1978-79); Teacher, Our Lady of Providence High School, Clarksville (1979-81); Teacher, Evansville Reitz Memorial High School, Evansville (1981-94); Adjunct Instructor, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1996-2018); Research Assistant Tutor, Providence Self Sufficiency Ministries, West Terre Haute (1996); Director of Education, Providence Self Sufficiency Ministries, West Terre Haute (1996-2006); Residential Services, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2018-21); Prayer, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2021-present).

In Texas: Teacher, St. John, Robstown (1962-64).

In Illinois: Teacher, Mother Theodore Guerin High School, River Grove (1966-72).

Sister Alice Ann Rhinesmith was born in Bellefonte, Pennsylvania. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Alice Ann entered the Congregation on February 2, 1955, from St. Joan of Arc Parish, Indianapolis. She professed first vows on August 15, 1957, and final vows on August 15, 1962.

She has a bachelor’s degree in business education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in addition to a master’s degree in business education/office administration from Ball State University. She also has a master’s degree in health services administration from the University of St. Francis, Joliet, Illinois.

Her ministries include:

In Indiana: Teacher, St. Joseph, Hammond (1959-60); Teacher, Our Lady of Providence High School, Clarksville (1963-67); Teacher, Terre Haute Schulte High School, Terre Haute (1967-68); Teacher, Roncalli High School, Indianapolis (1969-71); Secretary-Treasurer, St. Gabriel Providence House, Indianapolis (1971-73); Treasurer, St. Gabriel Province House, Indianapolis (1973-78); Administrator, Providence Retirement Home, New Albany (1978-79); Vice President for Business Affairs, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1979-86); Health Care Volunteer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2013-15); Providence Health Care Volunteer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2016-21); Secretary, Lourdes Hall, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2016-21); Federal Prison Ministry, Terre Haute (2016-21); Prayer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2021-present).

In Illinois: Teacher, St. Columbkille, Chicago (1960-63); Director of Volunteer Service, Mercy Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, Homewood (1986-88); Assistant Administrator, Mercy Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, Homewood (1988-95); Administrator, Mercy Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, Homewood (1995-97); Business Manager, Most Holy Redeemer Parish, Evergreen Park (1999-2006); Volunteer Parish Minister, Most Holy Redeemer Parish, Evergreen Park (2009-12).

75-year Jubilarians

Sister Eileen Rose Bonner was born in Whiting, Indiana. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Eileen Rose entered the Congregation on January 8, 1950, from Sacred Heart Parish, Whiting. She professed first vows on August 15, 1952, and final vows on August 15, 1957.

She has a bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College as well as a master’s degree in education from Indiana State University.

Her ministries include:

In Illinois: Teacher, Immaculate Conception, Norwood Park, (1956-57);

In Indiana: Teacher, St. Francis Xavier, Vincennes (1957-63); Teacher/Principal, Immaculate Heart, Indianapolis (1964-69); Superior/Principal, Immaculate Heart, Indianapolis (1968-69); Teacher, St. Jude, Fort Wayne (1969-70); Principal, St. Luke, Indianapolis (1973-75); Teacher, Nativity, Indianapolis (1975-77); Prayer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2022-presnt).

In Kentucky: Hospital Chaplain, SS. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital, Louisville (1978-97); Chaplain, Caritas Medical Center, Louisville (1998-2002); Spiritual Support, Kentuckiana Cancer Institute (2002-08); GED Tutor, Jefferson County Public Schools, Louisville (2009-10); Volunteer, Soup Kitchen, Old St. Paul’s Catholic Charities, Louisville (2010-12); Volunteer, St. Vincent de Paul’s Soup Kitchen, Louisville (2012-15); Volunteer/Tutor, Louisville (2015-17); Parish Bereavement Committee, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Louisville (2017-21).

Sister Ruth Johnson, formerly Sister Joseph Maurice, was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Currently, she ministers as a fiber artist and volunteer for White Violet Center for Eco-Justice at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Ruth entered the Congregation on February 2, 1950, from Sacred Hearts Parish, Malden, Massachusetts. She professed first vows on August 15, 1952, and final vows on August 15, 1957.

She has a bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College as well as a master’s degree in education from Duke University.

Her ministries include:

In Illinois: Teacher, Maternity BVM, Chicago (1952-55); Teacher, St. Francis Borgia, Chicago (1955-57); Teacher, St. Francis Borgia, Chicago (1957-61); Teacher, St. Mark, Chicago (1961-63).

In Massachusetts: Teacher, St. Rose, Chelsea (1963-65); Teacher, Cheverus, Malden (1974-76).

In North Carolina: Teacher, St. Ann, Fayetteville (1965-71); Principal, St. Ann, Fayetteville (1971-72).

In New Hampshire: Teacher, St. Mary, Rochester (1972-74); Teacher, Lady Isle, Portsmouth (1976-1986).

In Indiana: Driver, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1986-87); Church Environment/Driver, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (1987-2004); Volunteer, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (2004-07); Driver, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2004-07); Fiber Artist/Volunteer, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (2007-present).

Sister Dorothy Ellen Wolsiffer was born in Indianapolis. Currently, she ministers in prayer at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Sister Dorothy entered the Congregation on February 2, 1950, from St. Patrick Parish, Indianapolis. She professed first vows on August 15, 1952, and final vows on August 15, 1957.

She has a bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College in addition to a master’s degree in elementary education from Indiana University. Sister Dorothy also has a master’s degree in theology from Mundelein.

Her ministries include:

In New Hampshire: Teacher, St. Mary, Rochester (1952-54)

In Massachusetts: Teacher, St. Rose, Chelsea (1954-56).

In Indiana: Teacher, Annunciation, Brazil (1956-59); Teacher, St. Thomas Aquinas, Indianapolis (1959); Teacher, St. John the Baptist, Whiting (1965-68); Teacher, St. Luke, Indianapolis (1968-72); Teacher, St. James, Indianapolis (1972-76); Teacher, South Central Catholic, Indianapolis (1976-77); Teacher, St. Philip Neri, Indianapolis (1977-79); Director, Simeon House, Indianapolis (1980-81); Driver/Residential Services, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2012-14)’ Residential Service/Driver, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2014); Volunteer, Wabash Valley Health Center, Terre Haute (2014); Driver/Providence Spirituality & Conference Center switchboard/Residential Services, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2015-2020); Residential Services, Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2020-21); Prayer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2021-present).

In Illinois: Teacher, St. Leo, Chicago (1959-62); Secretary, Ministry Resource Center, Inc., Chicago (1981-82); Programmer/Bookkeeper, Ministry Resource Center, Inc., Chicago (1982-87); Pastoral Associate, Queen of Apostles Parish, Riverdale (1987-98); Pastoral Associate, Assumption Parish, Coal City (1998-2002); Volunteer to Parish and Nursing Home, Assumption Parish (Coal City) and Morning Star Mission (Joliet) (2002-12).