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Sister Lourdes Kline
...today. Bernard and Hilda Poss, James and Del Kline, and Eugene and Jeanie Kline. They deeply regret that they are unable to join us. Sister Lourdes had a conflict between growing older and growing old. She had no control over growing older – no one does. But she was constantly saying to me mischievously, “don’t grow old,” as if it is under one’s control. Perhaps it is, somewhat. She tried her best not to grow old, but I think she...
I unite with all my sisters and all who share the charism of Providence …
...My sisters and fellow associates help me find hope when it is most difficult, help me see beauty when the landscape seems barren, and help me experience joy when all I feel is sadness. There is no one in the world who can challenge me to grow (or, sometimes, simply tell me to grow up) quite the way that one young sister does or who can help me find clarity the way that other sisters do. My fellow associates, too,...
Fuqua Park evolves
...sisters to swim, picnic, fish, bird watch, paddle a canoe or row a boat. Others just relax on a chaise lounge with a good book or with friends. “This space truly reflects our SP value of caring for creation. We pay attention to what we plant and how we use the resources and when we choose furniture or other items, we stay away from plastics and use more natural options,” said Sister Jean, a former staff member of the Congregation’s...
Sisters offer reaction to college’s co-ed announcement
On May 19, 2015, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College announced it would become a co-educational institution beginning in the fall of 2015. Citing a desire to be firmly “Rooted for Tomorrow,” representatives of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) announced a decision on May 19 that changed the future of the institution. The college’s board of trustees unanimously voted for the college to become fully co-educational during its May 1, 2015, meeting. Beginning in the fall of 2015, men will be able to apply...
Continually called: Providence Associate Connie Schnapf
Providence Associate Connie Schnapf shares the story of her journey as a Providence Associate at the Sisters of Providence annual meeting at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in July. WHAT DREW YOU INTO THE ASSOCIATE RELATIONSHIP AND WHAT CONTINUES TO CALL YOU FORWARD AS AN ASSOCIATE? A combination of things drew me into the Providence Associate relationship. My relationship with the sisters has continued to grow over the years in so many different ways. I was taught by the Sisters of Providence throughout...
Becoming a Providence Associate
...grow up.” Providence Associate Sabrina Falls Sabrina Falls, Indianapolis “Before going on a quiet personal retreat in the summer of 2013, I had not known about the Sisters of Providence. During this retreat at “the Woods” I was powerfully blessed to receive God’s healing and love through the ministry of the Sisters of Providence. What I now know to be called the “charism” of the Sisters of Providence touched me deeply and I felt drawn to consider becoming an associate....
Sisters share memories of the ‘Greatest Spectacle in Racing’
...had the opportunity to meet some drivers. Sister Barbara Sheehan “As a child – even though a female was not permitted on pit row or in the garages – I went along to talk to drivers and crew in the garages and freely explored with my brother pit row and the winner’s circle,” Sister Barbara said. “When the driver’s later qualified, it seemed sort of natural since I met some of them.” Sister Barbara also recalled a time while teaching...
A sister and doctor: Meet Sister Arrianne Whittaker
...silent when injustice was being committed all around me was no longer an option. That year taught me that I have a voice and can use that voice to create change. “On a personal level, that year afforded me much growth. It was a difficult year in many respects. It was a year of having to grow up, face my fears and accept that I didn’t have full control over how my life would turn out. I had to surrender...
2016 Providence Associate first commitment ceremony
...Associate Director Sister Diane Mason and Assistant Director Debbie Dillow. Second row from left: Benjamin Kite, Jeanie McElwain, Joyce Smith, Kathleen Hamilton, Theresa Vaughn, Jeanne Rewa, Christine O’Connor, Elizabeth Kolar Malone and Sister of Providence General Officer Jeanne Hagelskamp. Back row from left: Ericia Pruitt, Kelly Meyer, Christine Boyle, Anne McDermott, Frank Esposito (backset), Karen Sue Goehl, Carroll Vasbinder (backset), Lynda Parker, Jean Brown, Joan Richards, Will Hine and Katrina Welborn. Providence Associates make their first commitments. Blessing the new...
What does Providence look like? You
...have a mission. The Sisters of Providence believe that everyone who gives of their time, talent or treasure to further the mission of Saint Mother Theodore becomes a part of our story. A part of our legacy. What we leave for those who follow depends on our work tomorrow. God’s mission for the Sisters of Providence does not end here thanks to your kind support — yesterday, today and tomorrow. (Originally published in the Winter 2017 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Newsnotes
...Nov. 12, 2016, at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. New Providence Associates are, from front left, Donna Kida, Joan Haugh-Beatty (backset), Amy Langham, Dinah Vasbinder, Sandra Wickware, Linda Masesso, Sara Bennett, Valerie Esposito, Louella Dalina with Providence Associate Director Sister Diane Mason and Assistant Director Debbie Dillow. Second row from left: Benjamin Kite, Jeanie McElwain, Joyce Smith, Kathleen Hamilton, Theresa Vaughn, Jeanne Rewa, Christine O’Connor, Elizabeth Kolar Malone with Sister of Providence General Officer Jeanne Hagelskamp. Back row from left: Ericia Pruitt,...
Preparing to bring God’s love, mercy and justice to the world
...life changing. “Being a sister means being challenged to grow and challenged to love. Being challenged to grow in love. “My mind and my heart have been stretched and made more pliable through the formation process. And I know that I am loved. And the fact that I am loved calls me to love as well.” From her years of formation, the Congregation is confident that Sister Dina is well prepared to bring God’s love to the world as a...