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The Mission to Asia: A reflection for Foundation Day
Mother Marie Gratia Luking “When my mind becomes occupied about the future of this foundation, it seems a matter of such importance that I can almost sink through weakness and can only get strength by casting it all into the arms of God’s Providence, living one day at a time, expecting everything from him.” Those words were spoken by Mother Marie Gratia Luking in a letter to Mother Mary Bernard Laughlin during World War II. At the time, Japan had...
Sister Mary Pius Regnier: General Superior from 1966 to 1976
...Guerin; so too Mother Mary Cleophas Foley; and now we add a third: Sister Mary Pius Regnier. Much has been written about Mother Theodore and Mother Mary Cleophas, and doubtless much will be written about Sister Mary Pius. I shall leave that for the future, and concentrate on a single aspect of this exceptional woman. Throughout her life she truly considered Jesus, or, as another translation has it, she fixed her eyes on Jesus. She never forgot why she came...
The Woods continues to call: Woods Community Cemetery
...he was “overcome by the spirituality of the Church and Saint Mother Theodore Guerin.” Recently deceased Heather Santiago said, “Mother Theodore has been my beloved patroness since I was 14 years old. Two years ago I finally got to visit her resting place and it was just like coming home.” Deceased Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College (SMWC) alumna and Providence Associate Heather Tetzlaff Smith described herself as “an avid lover of Mother Theodore.” Gloria Urrea, who recently made her commitment as a...
Reflections on the 175th Anniversary Celebration of Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Jasper
(Note: The following are the comments Sisters of Providence General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski made during the anniversary celebration of Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Jasper, which took place on Saturday, March 18). Sister Mary Montgomery (center) takes a photo of General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski, venerating the statue of Mother Theodore. Notice that both are wearing their Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College rings, bringing to mind the first academy started in Indiana by Mother Theodore. We know it is no coincidence...
Dioramas receive ‘makeover’
...motherhouse at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, located just northwest of downtown Terre Haute, Ind., which is now listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Saint Mother Theodore Guerin founded the Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in 1840. Today, Sisters of Providence minister in 13 states, the District of Columbia and Asia, through works of love, mercy and justice. More information about the Sisters of Providence and their ministries can be found at SistersofProvidence.org. Sisters of Providence on Facebook @spsmw on...
Sister Celeste Tsai
...a special devotion to the Eucharist and to the Blessed Mother. In this way, she was following in the footsteps of Mother Theodore and Mother Marie Gratia. “Grant, O my God, that they may love one another.” Sister Celeste loved so many of her sisters and was well-loved by so many of us. She was faithful and loyal to her friends. The friendships she developed in her early days in community continued, despite the physical separation. Sister Danielle Sullivan was...
A family pilgrimage to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
...that bold trust in Providence so characteristic of her life and the life of Our Lady of Providence. From left to right: Gabriel, Michael, Sister Mary Griffin (whom the Joseph family stayed with), Saint Mother Theodore, Raphael, Ruby and Sanju. We were also introduced to the white violet, a flower cherished by Mother Theodore and one that still flourishes on these holy grounds. The cheeky wit behind a ‘white’ violet reminds us of Mother’s humor in the most trying situations....
Pray for us, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin!
On October 3, we celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, foundress of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and a role model of faith and service for us all. We invite all of you to join in praying a novena to Saint Mother Theodore Guerin with us. A novena is nine days of prayer, typically with a special intention. Saint Mother Theodore Guerin statue on a misty morning. In the Catholic Church, we believe in...
Sister Marianne Mader (formerly Sister Ann Eugene)
...her grandparent’s farm in the summers, of her grandmother going to Mass every day, praying from a German prayer book, and writing in her journal. Marianne herself made journaling a central part of her life, and when life got difficult, she would image her grandmother’s porch and go there to calm down and rest. All her life, Marianne cherished her close-knit, supportive family. She was there for every baptism, birthday, graduation, first communion, wedding and holiday. She was always concerned...
Sister Rita Clare Gerardot
...Grotto, I remember all the sick and suffering, those in health care, and other people who have asked for special prayer. Other times during the day, I offer little prayers like “God, help me with this” or “be with this person.” It’s just like a nice, easy conversation with God throughout the day. Q. How much influence does Saint Mother Theodore Guerin have on your life? A. I have great devotion to Saint Mother Theodore. I say a prayer to...
Sister Kay Manley
...for my hidden self to grow strong…. (Based on Ephesians 3:16). Favorites food: mom’s chili book: Gift from the Sea vacation spot: near the ocean recreation: playing cards sport: watching football song: I believe pizza topping: sausage and onion holiday: Thanksgiving author: Joyce Rupp, OSM dessert: vanilla ice cream time of day: morning season: spring – new life actress: Barbra Streisand heroine: my mother saint: Saint Mother Theodore Guerin outdoor activity: walking style of music: reflective least favorite food: shrimp...
Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
October 3, 2025 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EDT Church of the Immaculate Conception 1 Sisters of Providence Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876 Sisters of Providence Free The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, and Providence Associates invite persons of all faith traditions to join them in person or virtually for the Eucharistic Liturgy (Mass) at 11 a.m., on Friday, Oct. 3, to celebrate the Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, the eighth American Saint and foundress of...