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Oral history: Sister Patricia Geis, a life of adventures and little ones

By Debbie Griffey | August 4, 2022 |

Sister Patty’s dedication, vows and sense of adventure in service has taken her in many directions since that day 70 years ago when she entered Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

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The Season of Creation 2022

By Climate Change Task Force | August 3, 2022 |

Listen to the sounds surrounding you. What are you hearing? How is Earth calling to you for action?

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In Service to Life, All Life

By Sisters of Providence | July 12, 2022 |

As engaged Catholic citizens we call on all people of faith, and especially our Catholic companions, to advocate for comprehensive legislative reform that supports the thriving of all life.

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Congregation shares statement on MPP ruling

By Sisters of Providence | July 1, 2022 |

Note: The following is a joint press release from the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc., and the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR). We stand in solidarity with this statement,…

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Congregation shares LCWR statement on action to prevent gun violence

By Sisters of Providence | May 26, 2022 |

We pledge to stand with all who seek to put an end to the epidemic violence in our land and to follow the path to peace.

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Congregation issues statement following Uvalde, Texas, shooting

By Sisters of Providence | May 25, 2022 |

Our future and our children deserve better

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Leadership Team shares LCWR Statement and Congregation commitment

By Sisters of Providence | May 18, 2022 |

Our Leadership Team wanted to share with all of you the following statement from the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR), and our recent Chapter Commitment of Racial Equality and Equity.

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2020-21 Anual Report

By Sisters of Providence | May 18, 2022 |

I hope you will see in so visible a manner throughout this entire publication how we seek to put your gifts in service to others. We, too, would like to lift the spirits of people everywhere.

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A journey of Providence on Chicago’s westside

By Sister Joseph Ellen Keitzer | May 13, 2022 |

My journey in pastoral ministry has been very transforming for me. I have had the privilege and opportunity of stepping inside another race, culture and hearts. I am truly blessed.

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Sister Jessica Vitente: Leading and being led to God

By Sister Denise Wilkinson | May 12, 2022 |

Sister Jessica hopes the Newman Center provides the college students served with companions on the journey in service with one another, to the campus community and the community at large. Most importantly, the Center must let students know they are loved, accepted and belong to the community.

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Moving forward, exuding happiness: Sister Grace Marie Meehan

By Sister Janet Gilligan | May 12, 2022 |

Gracie, as she is fondly called, has always been known as someone who does not fret and worry. A cheerful, giving person, light-hearted and happy. But she is also a risk taker who broke down barriers.

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Music, nature, environmental justice all part of young Providence Associate’s call

By Holly Herber | May 12, 2022 |

I desired to be part of a community that serves in environmental and social justice. Inner stillness, creativity, combined with social action, is a walk I feel called to.

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