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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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Topic: wisdom

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“If you fast from your foolish imaginations it will be much better.”


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“All that you teach the children must be taught for the greater glory of God and for the good of the children.”


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“Sadness is very hurtful for you, so do not indulge in it, crying like a baby to whom they have not given any candy.”


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“Do not meddle with what does not concern you.”


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“When the soul is deeply preoccupied, the eyes look but see nothing.”


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“My duty has been simply that of the ass who bore the prophet.”


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“Let us always have in hand our lamps burning, that we may not be surprised.”


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“Those who think they are doing nothing to make others suffer are the most difficult to bear with.”


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“Up to this time you have not known how to deal with a person who is in the wrong. Perhaps you are not able to do so. I must not myself require from you more than you can give.”


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“Detach yourself from yourself, my child, but gently, with that sweetness which is the distinctive mark of the spirit of God and not with that harshness which is the mark of yours.”


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“Do not give way to uneasiness about the future.”


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“But if it is necessary to be just, it is necessary above all to be kind...”


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Quote of the day

March 14
“To God alone be the glory of our labors, and to you, dear friends, the recompense on account of the assistance you will give us.”
– Saint Mother Theodore Guerin