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Inspiration Search

Need some words of wisdom?

We can all use a little help with prayer sometimes. The Sisters of Providence and Providence Associates hope to help inspire you! Whether it’s the perfect Saint Mother Theodore Guerin quote or a prayer written by a Sister of Providence, let the right words bring Providence into your life. Browse the prayers below or if you’re looking for something specific, use the “Topics” search in the search area.

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137 results

Topic: God

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Thanksgiving love across the miles

Thank you for the abundant blessings bestowed on me through my family and friends!

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Gratitude

With grateful hearts we bow are heads in thanksgiving

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Take good care (A child’s prayer)

Thank you for all the wonderful things
You have made:
The whole world, all the people
My home, my school, my friends, my pets.

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A walk with God

Be my guide.
Help me to be aware
Of all that lies before, behind and around me.

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A Prayer for Students

Embrace these students and teachers with your love.

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A Nurse’s Call

May we see and touch every patient as if it were you.

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A prayer for restoration and rebirth: A response to the coronavirus

Protect us from plummeting into the social darkness of racism, poverty and despair that a pandemic can cause.
Aid our global community as it seeks to share resources, human skills and the knowledge needed to eradicate the virus.

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Prayer in this Time of Need

Heal those who are sick. Restore them to full health.

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Prayer for calling forth women of courage

God we thank you for the brave women who continue to come forward to serve you as Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

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Christmas Prayer

‘O, may His holy Coming make all your New Year bright!’

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Christmas Tree Blessing

‘Bless this tree as a symbol of our celebration of Jesus’ birth’

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A blessing

The blessing of a new day. The blessing of color and sunlight. The blessing of the gentle breeze. The blessing of the cool shade beneath a tall lush tree. The […]

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Quote of the day

January 18
“In following the will of God ... one can never go too far.”
– Saint Mother Theodore Guerin