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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.

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The Story on the Walls of Shells

Nestled within the trees of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is the Saint Anne Shell Chapel. We know it's there, but what's the story?

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Woodland Inn turns 120

Among the first persons to stay at the new guest house were a Mr. and Mrs. Flaherty, sister and brother-in law of Reverend Joseph A. Byrne, chaplain at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Mother Mary Cleophas, the superior general at this time, asked the young couple to name the new facility and they gave it the name "The Woodland" or "The Woodland Inn."

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Grateful for all who have served this Memorial Day

On May 5, 1868, three years after the end of the Civil War, Memorial Day was officially proclaimed by General John Logan, National Commander of the Grand Army of the Republic in his General Order No. 11. It was first…

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Sisters serving their country

Since the Civil War, a handful of Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind., have answered the call of duty many times in many different ways. On Monday, May 26, our country will celebrate Memorial Day. Eleven sisters served during…

Jason Moon
May 25, 2014

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Honored for service!

Sister Carol Nolan reflects on being named Volunteer of the Year by Democratic Women of the Desert

Jason Moon
May 22, 2014

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Sophia: a poetic look at the feminine face of God

Can you hear her?
The gentle whisper,
She is calling you,
beyond what you know,
what you believe to be truth or reality.

Sister Corbin Hannah
May 17, 2014
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Father Daniel Hopcus: 50 Golden Years!

A 50-year anniversary for Father Daniel Hopcus was celebrated on April 30

Jason Moon
May 11, 2014
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Mother’s Day reflection: God’s grace and love help mothers “do it”

Sister Denise Wilkinson, general superior of the Sisters of Providence, encourages mothers and the important job of raising children. She references Our Lady of Providence and the relocation of her national shrine in the Church of the Immaculate Conception, as a source of strength and hope.

Sister Denise Wilkinson
May 9, 2014
Our Lady of Providence, Providence Spirituality, Reflections from Sister Denise
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He is risen! He is you! Alleluia!

I believe I encountered such a risen Christ this past weekend. No, it was not an appearance like on the road to Emmaus or by the seashore; perhaps more like when Jesus appeared to Mary Magdalene disguised as the gardener. Two instances come to mind.

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Poverty Justice Fund

Started in 1999, the Poverty Justice Fund has partnered with close to 100 organizations to assist the Sisters of Providence in their efforts to promote social justice and the integrity of Earth. There are many direct service organizations that help…

Sister Donna Butler
April 25, 2014
Contribute, Peace & Justice, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

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Easter reminds us that death is not the end

Sister Denise Wilkinson shares a recent experience that she had in Taiwan, related to Good Friday and Easter.

Sister Denise Wilkinson
April 16, 2014
Mission in Asia, Providence Spirituality, Reflections from Sister Denise
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