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Providence Associates, Sisters of Providence: 10 years in relationship
...continue to be part of my relationship with the Congregation.” Sisters of Providence were her childhood babysitters, first professional “boss” and colleagues at work. She says, “Associates and sisters share a common belief in the movement of God’s Providence in our daily lives. We rely on prayer, quiet, action and play in our daily lives. It seems that we are able to walk along together in a way that continues to be an open journey toward something that we are...
A bit of anti-racism history
...During the Civil Rights movement of the 1960s, Sisters of Providence helped educate African Americans, provide health care for the economically disadvantaged and assisted minorities with voter registration. Today, they continue with educational programs in disadvantaged regions in the South and in Mexico. The Congregation also has personal experience with discrimination. In the mid-1990s, sisters were denied access to housing in Chicago because one sister happened to be African American. Legal action was pursued successfully. After winning the lawsuit, the...
Remembering Providence High
...good about myself. I loved them. They cared. Special Story Sister Winifred was my Physics teacher and she encouraged me to make a seismograph as a science project for the school science fair. It was a lot of work, but it was very enjoyable trying to figure out how to get this to work. When it was complete, it sat in a hallway under the stairs all year long measuring the movement of the students during change of class. Sister...
Sister Tracey Horan and Faith in Indiana: working for justice
...as he left for work in March. Faith in Indiana supported a yard sale Erika conducted to sell her possessions and have money for the trip to Mexico. A local priest offered support by driving Erika and her children to the border. Her plight ended up being shared by thousands of people. Sister Tracey laments that this current immigration crisis is not just a passing topic but is about an ongoing movement to keep families together. Not just an issue...
Prayer and Reflections for Awareness Against Human Trafficking
...the human person, is at the centre of an economic system.” – Pope Francis, 2015 World Day of Peace message “If economic profit takes precedence over the individual and over humanity, we find a throw-away culture at work that considers humanity in itself, human beings, as a consumer good, which can be used and then thrown away.” – Pope Francis, 2014 address to Participants in the World Meeting of Popular Movements. How does an understanding of the deep roots of...
The hope of Easter is planted deep in our hearts
...the Parisian people’s resolve to rebuild by sending aid. People we love offer comfort, support and love to help get us through those death encounters in our own lives. Similarly, people are going to the border, to the detention centers around this country to be in solidarity with those who do feel abandoned. And people are rising up in response to hate crimes and enfolding those victimized by violence into their own advocacy movements and circles of prayer. A plaintiff...
The ever-expanding community of Providence
...about the community of the Sisters of Providence, another movement in the life of the Congregation was taking place at this same time … this being the development of what we have come to know as Providence Spirituality. This would further expand our understanding of community. In 1980, religious congregations of women with the name and charism of Providence formed the Women of Providence in Collaboration. Part of the mission of that group, which now numbers 13 communities, is “to...
The joys of music
...assist someone, and to be observant in how someone is experiencing the music. It isn’t about prescribing a song someone might like, but about developing a trusting relationship through engaging in a range of music opportunities (instrument playing, songwriting, moving with music, etc.) while supporting a person’s health and well-being. Examples might be increasing movement, increasing energy, calming someone who is agitated, encouraging interaction with others, and more. I experienced many meaningful and beautiful moments while working at PHC. To...
Sisters of Providence Leadership Team calls for an end to gun violence
...violence; toughness begets a greater toughness. We must meet the forces of hate with the power of love …” The healing power of love will always triumph over hate. Words matter. Actions matter. As a nation, we must come together during these times of trouble. We must stand together and say enough is enough. Our Congregation is committed to move forward. Let’s stand together and call for an end to this senseless gun violence. Contribute to the movement by calling...
Spiritual direction with the Sisters of Providence
https://youtu.be/N9syc4hzkv4?t=1 What is spiritual direction? Here are a few quick facts to get you started. Spiritual directors will accompany you on your journey into a greater intimacy with the Divine. Spiritual guidance is available for people of all faiths. Your spiritual director is there to pay attention, listen, and encourage you as you feel the movement of the Holy Spirit. Spiritual directors will help you see where God is in the everyday. People enter into spiritual direction for many different...
HOPE winter 2020 — The needs in our backyards
Download HOPE: HOPE winter 2020 Responding to the needs around us We each see from where we stand. Sometimes it requires movement to be able to see from someone else’s perspective. In this issue of HOPE magazine, we take a look at some of the issues that surround us. We explore transformations that some of our sisters have experienced in their lives that have led them to looking with fresh eyes at the needs of people around them. As seen...
Do something to care for Earth
...it may seem overwhelming but the small changes you make really can add up. A few modifications First, commit to a few manageable modifications in your lifestyle. Once they become a habit make even more changes. Don’t forget to share your journey with others and encourage them to join you. Who knows? Maybe you’ll start a movement! Here are a few ways you can begin: Wash your laundry in cold water whenever possible and reduce your dryer time as well....