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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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Author: Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

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“Show kindness to them [children] and be attentive to their spiritual and physical needs.”

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“Oh who would refuse a service to Jesus.”

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“One would obtain much more by demanding less...”

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“In the midst of all our storms, however, we have the consolation of seeing the religious spirit become solid ... and that is not a little thing.”

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“Let not a cross look or a word vex you; no, nothing in the world is worth losing our peace for...”

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“[God's] care of us shows [God's] Providence.”

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“To write requires time; but to love, to cherish, to pray for, through that desire we have for the happiness of our friends, time is not needed.”

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“We are always in fear about what we treasure.”

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“I am going to offer my prayers for you, so that the Holy Spirit will inspire and guide you.”

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“I would not change my cross for any consolation that Our Lord might give me instead...”

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“You are very foolish, my dear sister, to be tormenting your imagination with the fear of losing your mind. ... Believe me, my daughter, we cannot lose what we never had.”

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“I turned to my God and felt my confidence reanimated.”

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Quote of the day

November 9
Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica
“It would be better to be guarded in your words than always asking pardon.”
– Saint Mother Theodore Guerin