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A faceless ghost?
Published on March 19, 2009
It’s a perfect time for a good ghost story. Settle in and hear this first-hand account of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods own “faceless nun.”
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The remarkable life of Mother Marie Gratia Luking
Published on March 18, 2009
By Sister Mary Roger Madden On Oct. 29, 1989, in Shalu, Taichung County, Taiwan, a group of clergy, lay people and women religious gathered at the burial site of Mother…
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Sister Dorothy Evelyn Laughlin
Published on March 17, 2009
“The reign of God can be likened to ten bridesmaids who took their lamps and went to meet the bridegroom.” (Matthew 25:1) “The theme of ‘waiting’ seems an appropriate one…
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Young woman’s letters help explain formation
Published on March 12, 2009
Sister Mary Slattery (RIP) probably never dreamed she would leave such an impression with her personal letters to a longtime friend. But her words were so eloquent and convincing that…
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Wedding gown tradition
Published on March 12, 2009
It was a day a young woman in formation with the Sisters of Providence waited for eagerly. On that day, she would process into the flower-decorated, candle-adorned Church of the…
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A labor of love: To God Through Music
Published on March 12, 2009
Sister Mary Lourdes Mackey (RIP) understood that children thrive with music. She knew music enriches them. Embracing that wisdom, Sister Mary Lourdes launched a project that eventually brought national acclaim…
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Golden jubilees celebrated throughout SP history
Published on March 12, 2009
For days before the big celebration, young sisters were washing habits and pressing them and making sure everything was ready for the special day, recalls Sister Suzanne Brezette, who entered…
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Personal stories from bell and chimes ringers
Published on March 11, 2009
Sister Ann Casper “One summer repairs were needed to the church [Church of the Immaculate Conception] tower bells. Bell ringers were told to have a second bell ringer accompany them…
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A spirituality of hope and healing
Published on March 11, 2009
For nearly 168 years the Sisters of Providence have called approximately 1,200 acres of land, trees and lakes in west central Indiana home. The face of the land has changed…
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Sister Cathy: fun to be a part of something new
Published on March 10, 2009
Sister Cathy White of San Bernardino, Calif. — is the 2007-2008 companion to Providence Candidate-Associate Pat Ruck. 1.) Why did you want to become a companion? Sister Mary Alice Zander,…
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Sister Joan Kirkpatrick: supporting lay people
Published on March 9, 2009
Sister Joan Kirkpatrick of Terre Haute, Ind. — 2008-2009 companion to Teresa Clark; 2007-2008 companion to Providence Associate Kay Sisk 1.) Why did you want to become a companion? As…
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Sister Mary Ann: growing as women in Providence
Published on March 9, 2009
Sister Mary Ann DeFazio is a companion to Kathleen Morris of Medford, Ore. Sister Mary Ann teaches theology at Guerin College Preparatory High School, River Grove, Ill. 1.) How did…
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