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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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Type: Quotes

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“We again offered up to heaven the sacrifices of all that we loved, and we thought of those who were weeping for us.”

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“...if you protect us, the work we have undertaken for the glory of God will succeed, will prosper. Of this I feel almost certain.”

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“...we can rely on [God's] assistance - assistance of which we have now greater need than ever before...”

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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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“If at any day we accomplish some good here, the glory will certainly be [God's] alone...”

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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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“Peace of heart is superior to anything of which you may be deprived. Do not lose it then for nothing.”

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“Give my love and greetings to all the sisters, and say that I wish them every good thing which they themselves desire...”

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“...our gaze wandered over a multitude of wonders, especially when from the summit of mountains which seemed to rest beneath our feet we saw steep gorges, beautiful valleys spread out between superb mountains, all in fact which nature could offer most apt to lift up the soul to the Author of all things.”

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Quote of the day

December 8
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
“O Mary, without spot, protect thy house of the Woods!”
– Saint Mother Theodore Guerin