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.
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."
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…
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…
Honored for service!
Sister Carol Nolan reflects on being named Volunteer of the Year by Democratic Women of the Desert
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.
Father Daniel Hopcus: 50 Golden Years!
A 50-year anniversary for Father Daniel Hopcus was celebrated on April 30
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.
The Helping Hands thrift store: making a difference a quarter at a time
An active group of volunteers act as God's helping hands providing for the local community in West Terre Haute, Indiana by way of a used clothing store. "I see miracles happen every day here," says Providence Associate Carole Stokes, a volunteer at The Helping Hands thrift store.
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.
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…
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.
Volunteering for your future
Mandy Lynch has always felt a need to help others. Last summer she volunteered with the Sisters of Providence and it was during this time that she found her passion for nursing home administration, leading her down a new career path.
