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Being a Providence Associate has made a difference

Published on September 25, 2023

…that God has given to my life. As I seek to live a life of personal integrity, I also want to live a life of occupational integrity. I have found that the values of Fair Trade that I try to uphold every day in my work are wholly consistent with the values of Providence and the Sisters of Providence. Rooted in long-term, transparent relationships, Fair Trade seeks to advocate for fairness for the most marginalized in society by ensuring safe…

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Holiday Celebrations Around Our Table: Mother’s Day Lunch

…Mother’s Day with loved ones and more. Create lasting memories while supporting the Woods. Reserve your table today! While visiting, discover the perfect holiday gifts at Linden Leaf Gifts, featuring a curated selection of American-made alpaca products, sustainable goods from around the world and fair-trade items — ideal for thoughtful and meaningful presents! We welcome you to join us for Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration for this event will open on April 1….

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Holiday Celebrations Around Our Table: Easter Lunch

…Celebrate Easter with loved ones and more. Create lasting memories while supporting the Woods. Reserve your table today! While visiting, discover the perfect holiday gifts at Linden Leaf Gifts, featuring a curated selection of American-made alpaca products, sustainable goods from around the world and fair-trade items — ideal for thoughtful and meaningful presents! We welcome you to join us for Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration for this event will open on March 3….

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Holiday Celebrations Around Our Table: Christmas Lunch

…wreaths. Children’s Menu: Special offerings available to delight younger guests. Create lasting memories this holiday season while supporting the Woods. Reserve your table today! While visiting, discover the perfect holiday gifts at Linden Leaf Gifts, featuring a curated selection of American-made alpaca products, sustainable goods from around the world and fair-trade items — ideal for thoughtful and meaningful presents! We welcome you to join us for Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m….

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General Superiors

…a total of 36 years. In 1890 during the administration of Mother Mary Cleophas the sisters moved into the new Providence and the Golden Jubilee of the Congregation was celebrated. The Exhibit for the World’s Fair of 1893 was planned and executed. Due to her entreaties Bishop Chatard initiated the process for the Cause of Mother Theodore. Under her direction a strong program for the education of the sisters was developed, with sisters being sent for higher studies. The Academy…

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A tangible reminder of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

Published on May 27, 2016

…and their encounters with the Sisters of Providence. Linden Leaf Gifts merchandise will reflect the values held by the Sisters of Providence, namely, justice, non-violence, the role of women in society, contemporary spirituality, and the care of all creation.” The statement continues: “Linden Leaf Gifts features contemporary spirituality books, art work, music, fair trade items, cards, alpaca products, White Violet Center products, Our Lady of Providence and Saint Mother Theodore Guerin religious items, and items hand made by the Sisters…

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Linden Leaf Gifts: Not just a store!

Published on April 26, 2016

…gifted in arts and crafts. The sisters lovingly make and share their creations as a contribution to this ministry. Products made at our White Violet Center for Eco-Justice are also carried at Linden Leaf Gifts. You can find unique pieces made by local artisans from locally sourced materials. Linden Leaf Gifts also carries fair trade merchandise which is made by artisans in developing countries who are trying to earn a living wage. Ryan Sheehy, store manager, tells a story about…

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2022 Season of Creation: Love of Creation Impels Us!

Published on September 28, 2022

…God’s creation and encourages greater contact with the natural world in a spirit of wonder, praise, joy and gratitude. We checked our Fair Trade and its impact on farmers who choose to make a difference as they work to protect the environment. We noted the array of resources available from Fair Trade to enable us to choose to adjust our lifestyles. We explored ways in which we can make a difference as we respond to the cries from Earth, species…

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Let your surroundings inspire change

Published on June 4, 2016

…doable in your life. A step in the right direction could be as small as considering a fair trade item from Linden Leaf Gifts the next time you give a gift. Something I’ve learned from the Sisters of Providence and the staff at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice is not to get overwhelmed by ALL that needs to be or can be done. Do what YOU can do in your corner of the world to protect the environment. Saint Mother…

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Sheehy receives ’40 Under 40’ recognition

Published on August 21, 2018

…shop. “The award highlights and recognizes the positive impact that a store can have in its mission to carry justice to the retail industry,” Sheehy said. “The partnership Linden Leaf Gifts has forged with fair trade products has been a particularly important agenda for me especially. I hope to continue the positive growth in-store and online and see this award as a chance to renew our commitment to our customers and artisans.” Sheehy was born and raised in Levittown, New…

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Linden Leaf Gifts

There is not another store quite like Linden Leaf Gifts. You can browse handmade items that the Sisters have created or shop for sustainably traded goods. Or personalize your purchase with a custom Glowforge design. We also proudly carry alpaca fiber toys and accessories as well as a wide array of religious gift items. All merchandise can be purchased both in store and online. All proceeds support the Sisters of Providence mission and ministries. New products are arriving all the…

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‘Othering’

Published on October 10, 2024

…that I practiced it (unaware and subconsciously) for a long time.  Providence Associate Jane Fischer bows to God present in others gathered at the retreat. When our Saint Mother Theodore Guerin arrived in New Orleans, she witnessed some of the worst of “othering” in the slave trade. She was a champion of justice and did not succumb to the practice of “othering,” which highlights her saintliness in the modern world. If we “go deeper” as Sister Diane Mason taught us,…

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