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In the Pope’s Presence
...States. “He showed gratitude to the U.S. sisters for their commitment to education and to the church,” she said. “Pope Francis brought an important and inspiring message to Congress,” Sen. Donnelly said. “He reminded us all of the importance of each individual, each person’s humanity, and our obligation to try to work together and help our brothers, and sisters, and those in need in our community and our country.” Following the one-hour address, Sister Lawrence Ann said Sen. Donnelly escorted...
Every day an adventure for Sister Betty Smigla
...are, find them resources or take them to resources right on the spot. I try to listen in between what they’re saying. I do well with quiet people; I bring them out of their shell. After about five minutes, they trust you. It’s overwhelming that another human being from another county who is in need puts so much confidence in us. But that’s a blessing. I’m not a psychologist, I’m not a doctor, but I have a good gut. I...
A caregiver’s prayer
...remembering to be safe as he/she strives to maintain his/her independence? Can I be forgiving when my fear of losing them conflicts with their fear of losing their independence? It is then when I need patience to walk gently with ___________. My fear for the unknown future causes me to be reactive at times. Help me trust your plan for him/her. Teach me to embrace the fragileness of the human body and to let go of expectations I have toward...
Where is the stable?
...glamorous as Christmas cards may show. It was real and it was authentic. Christ was born as a human being. He had real hurts. He struggled emotionally at times. He experienced joy. He taught others to believe through his modeling of hard work. This baby relied on Mary to hold him and comfort him. This baby relied on Joseph to protect him. This baby relied on the shepherds to wait for his birth. And this baby relied on his disciples...
Growing at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice
...that it offers to people is second-to-none in terms of learning about sustainability, eco-justice and the importance of those areas for the future of humanity.” He said he will always call it home. “The atmosphere and the people I work around every day are so positive and uplifting. We’re constantly learning about the current trends in eco-justice and sustainability. While out here I’ve just kind of realized the importance of those things for the future. The people out here are...
Newsnotes
...blessing each area and the staff. The building includes offices for the General Council, the business office, mission advancement, human resources and other administrative offices. Woods Day Care/Pre-School was officially closed in March 2014. Prior to moving to the new building, staff and General Council were housed in Owens Hall. The sisters closed Owens Hall late in 2015. Buildings and the environment can also be transformed. And that is exactly what has happened in the past year and a half...
Saving the Seeds: A Matter of Justice
...generations. Monsanto has done so much damage in so many countries that in October 2016, a global group of professionals, scientists and environmentalists are taking them to the International Court in The Hague, charging the U.S. based company with ecocide, crimes against humanity and nature. A hopeful note: “As of the end of December 2015, Sikkim has become India’s first fully organic state in the country. Implementing organic farming practices on 75,000 hectares of land, the citizens of Sikkim will...
Before the dust settles
...and forgiveness is told as Hosea and Hagar are separated. And once more the Creator is calling for us to return after our long periods of absence. Let this cup pass from me In Matthew 26:39, even Jesus is thinking about not fully giving into God’s calling him home. “If it is possible, let this cup pass from me.” How humanness shows during the struggle! How often do I put God off – asking God to wait just a little...
The way of pain and Holy Week
...may hide. If confronted, it will bite. We humans do this too, in our own way. Neither strategy lessens the pain, but the kind of thinking that goes along with pain is seldom rational. With Christ in our pain Pain has become something of a dirty word in this country. We will go to great lengths to extinguish it with pills, shots and other tinctures, both of the legal and illegal variety. No one wants to walk through pain. But...
Celebrating National Poetry Month!
...diverse in its expression. Poetry can tickle a funny bone, but also provide deep, intimate insights into human experience. It counts as close friends: creativity, beauty, wonder and wisdom. Spiritually, it can be as profound as Saint John of the Cross’ rendering of The Dark Night. Poetry is no stranger to courage when providing social critique that pierces complacency and challenges the status quo. And when sorrow knocks at one’s door, writing or reading poetry can be a soothing and...
Counsel and guidance to middle schoolers
...they are just learning to be themselves. And they may make bad choices and mistakes along the way. That’s just being human. They have lots of opportunities to do great things in this world and I know they will.” Near the end of the interview, I ask what she receives as a school counselor. Her eyes tear up as she quietly responds. “It’s the power I have to help or promote change in these kids and knowing that they do...
Sisters of Providence honor Dr. Dottie King
...of Mother Theodore derives, in part, from qualities possessed by the Holy Women who once walked these Woods; and WHEREAS, it has been the immemorial custom of the Sisters of Providence to attract to their support those who have exhibited such qualities; and WHEREAS, there has endeared herself to the Congregation of the Sisters of Providence one Dottie L. King, Ph.D. distinguished by her Humanity in Living, her Loyalty in Friendship, her Wisdom in Counsel, her Faithful Following of Saint...