Blog
Welcome to our blog. Here, we will share with you stories of our lives as Sisters of Providence. We invite Providence Associates to write in this space also. We hope you find these posts enjoyable and inspirational.
Welcome to our new postulant Stephanie Rivas
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods welcomed a new postulant, Stephanie Rivas of Chicago, to the Congregation on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023 at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. We are excited to welcome Stephanie into our community and our hearts.
Learn more about becoming a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods at Become.SistersofProvidence.org
Scenes from the 2023 Hunger Bust Fun Run/Walk
The 2023 Hunger Bust Fun Run/Walk raised approximately $14,000 for Providence Food Pantry!
Cherish the Sacred Gift of Creation
We reflect on our need to be ecologically converted
Spiritual Direction: The ‘Hearing Aid’ for God
Though the scriptures are filled with reminders that, “God is near,” it often doesn’t feel that way to most of us humans. God can seem awfully quiet sometimes. And I might wonder about my own need for hearing aids when it comes to God.
Celebrate the Season of Creation 2023
We ponder the questions raised by Pope Francis
Rejoice with us: A Silver Jubilee Reflection
' ... I ask you, Anji and Sue, to come forth to the sanctuary and lead us in our renewal of vows.'
In the Footsteps of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
Thus began our French pilgrimage of Sisters of Providence, Providence Assoicates and friends called “In the Footsteps of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin.” I’d like to share with you a snapshot of our destinations.
An Associate’s Associate
Because of Mel and the good sisters, I share their vision of caring for others with love, mercy and justice.
An experience of volunteering in Kenya
"I feel very blessed to have been able to travel and volunteer with VIDES."
Message of Pope Francis for Creation Day 2023
Note: Our Climate Change Task Force wanted to share with you the message of Pope Francis for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, which is scheduled for Sept. 1, 2023. The ecumenical Season of Creation will…
We continue to pray for all as a new school year begins
Returning to school can be both stressful and something of a relief
Teen finds happiness in volunteering with the Sisters of Providence
"I know that volunteering at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods has made me and the Sisters I interact with very happy. 'You will be happy yourself in making others happy.' I realize how true this quote is. As I became more comfortable while volunteering, I realized how happy it made me. I felt true happiness while helping the sisters." Madeleine Barroso-Gutierrez shares about her time volunteering Providence Teen Volunteer.
