Forgiveness is a vital part of our faith; it is something we are called to do every day and something we ask of and receive unconditionally from God.
Read moreWe will commit ourselves wholeheartedly to do what is ours to do now
Read moreIn “the land of the free and the home of the brave,” can we say that all are free? Not strictly financially, what has been the human cost of the war on racism, both in lives and dignity on all sides?
Read moreGod has nudged me in small ways and big ways.
Read moreSister Emily TeKolste renewed her vows as a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on Sunday, June 28, 2020. This was her reflection on the readings: Romans 6:3-4, 8-11 and…
Read moreI would like to think that my mother’s faith would be buoyed by changes that have occurred in my lifetime.
Read moreOften it is an opportunity for the individual to recognize God in the midst of embracing their own light and darkness.
Read more“One can no more approach people without love than one can approach bees without care. Such is the quality of bees.” ― Leo Tolstoy It’s no secret that gardeners love…
Read moreIt is said that when called to mission in a distant country, the Jesuits are told to expect to be buried there since their commitment is for life. Indeed, the…
Read moreI’ve never considered myself racist, I always do my best to treat everyone fairly. But in that moment, I realized that skin color is something I notice and something that matters to me, not in conscious higher-level thought, but almost at an instinctual level. I felt a sense of unease being surrounded by black people, black children.
Read moreThis year is a pivotal year in the direction of our communities and our countries, no matter where we live
Read moreJust like grocery stores, farmers markets’ have been considered as providing essential services during this global pandemic. We are excited that the summer season is officially starting and that we…
Read moreWelcome 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.