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Reflecting on the profession of vows of Sister Anna Fan
...Maria Gratia in terms of what they faced. Storms at sea, internment in a war camp, limited resources and always, the constant threat of illness and disease. They, too, surrendered, put all their trust in Providence. We stand here in Taiwan today because of their brave hearts and their willingness to follow the path marked out for them by a Provident God. Wisdom And we stand with you, Sister Anna, as you continue to follow the path of Providence. As...
Be with your healthcare workers, oh Lord
...the needs of their patient and help heal. For the nurses, who stand by the patient and minister to their needs, May they feel Christ’s presence within and without. For the spiritual ministers who listen to and hear the soul of their patients, May they enlighten the soul’s need for recovery of spirit. For all therapists, social workers, interpreters, speech and occupational therapists, Show the way to recovery of health. Almighty God, as they walk the halls of sickness, help...
Oral History: Sister Dorothy Gartland
...neighborhood, teaching catechism to children. And on Sundays she volunteered with the Little Sisters of the Poor taking care of the elderly. Her experiences led her to be in contact with people from different backgrounds. Her interest in social justice developed and grew. Sister Dorothy (second from left) and other sisters, including the late Sister Patty Fillenwarth (left), Sister Barbara Battista (fourth from left), Sister Kathleen Desautels (fifth from left), Sister Joann Quinkert and the late Sister Adele Beacham (front,...
All things possible with Sister Janice Smith
...said she became frustrated with her own feelings. She struggled with her beliefs in the church and in God. She wanted her discernment to follow a logical path. It didn’t. She heard something speaking to the turmoil but couldn’t grasp it. She prayed her personal prayer and asked God to find her. Gently, God did. Eventually, the flower of discernment bloomed and Janice Smith became Sister Janice Smith, entering the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods Sept. 14, 2000. But...
New postulant enters Sisters of Providence
...social media, phone and email. Jessica Vitente shares an embrace with Sister Marceline Mattingly. During this time, her interest in the Congregation only grew. “I realized a couple of years into discernment that if I want to be the best version of myself for my family, friends, and the world, I should follow the path that God has presented me,” she said. “As time went on and my relationship with the Sisters of Providence deepened, the path became clear.” Jessica...
Volunteer Spotlight: Jack Worley and 10 years of #AlpacaLove!
Before becoming an all-star Sisters of Providence volunteer, Jack Worley worked at the Terre Haute Post Office for 36 years. Upon retirement, he and his wife Patty were looking for a volunteer opportunity that involved animals. “We worked at the Humane Shelter but the dogs were so noisy,” Jack recalled. Then, Patty noticed an advertisement to volunteer at the Woods. Despite never having worked on a farm or interacted with animals that were not pets, Jack threw himself into caring...
The living and growing Providence Associate relationship in California and beyond
...of reflections for the year of preparation as a candidate moves with a companion toward being a Providence Associate — is so rich. It is filled with wonderful aspects of Providence life and spirit which the two get together about once a month to discuss. One of my favorites is a contribution from Sister Ruth Eileen Dwyer (RIP) called “My little hope…” The preparation experience continues to be an enriching experience for companions as well as candidates. Providence Associates Pat...
2020 Sisters of Providence Annual Meeting Adventure
...Kathleen Desautels From left, Providence Associate Laura Dudkowski and Sisters Pat Mahoney and Sharon Richards during a prayer moment with their Chicago-area group Small group discussion in Foley Room at the Woods, from left: Sisters Marsha Speth, Rose Ann Eaton and Providence Associates Cynthia MacWhorter and Lorrie Scheidler Small group in the Council Room at SMW, from left clockwise: Sisters Rosemary Nudd, Janice Smith, Mary Montgomery, Dawn Tomaszewski, Providence Associate Karen Goehl and Sister Marie Grace Molloy Sisters Martha Wessel,...
Two sisters profess first, perpetual vows
For Sisters Arrianne Whittaker and Su-Hsin Huang, Sunday, June 29, was a life-changing day. On that day, Sister Arrianne professed first vows, while Sister Su-Hsin professed perpetual vows in the Congregation of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind. Both sisters have come from very different backgrounds. But the paths they have chosen brought them together with the more than 300 Sisters of Providence. While professing perpetual vows Sunday, June 29, Sister Su-Hsin wore a traditional tribal dress her...
Sisters celebrate 25-, 50-year Jubilarians
...16:11 as the theme for the celebration of my perpetual vows: “You will show me the path to life, abounding joy in your presence, the delights at your right hand forever.” This line was given to me during our 30-day retreat during our tertian summer (preparation for final vows) … and it has been a gift to me every day since then. Or course, not every day has contained what is usually considered joy or delight, but every day HAS...
Two sisters profess first, perpetual vows
For Sisters Arrianne Whittaker and Su-Hsin Huang, Sunday, June 29, was a life-changing day. On that day, Sister Arrianne professed first vows, while Sister Su-Hsin professed perpetual vows in the Congregation of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind. Both sisters have come from very different backgrounds. But the paths they have chosen brought them together with the more than 300 Sisters of Providence. Sister Su-Hsin currently ministers as a member of the Pastoral Care Team at Providence Health...
Sister Regis McNulty
...In Illinois: Teacher, St. David, Chicago (1950-52); Teacher, St. Athanasius, Evanston (1952-53); Teacher, St. Andrew, Chicago (1953-54); Teacher, Our Lady of Mercy, Chicago (1958-59); Teacher, St. Dennis, Lockport (1962-63). In Indiana: Teacher, St. Ann, Terre Haute (1954-55); Addictions Consultant/Volunteer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2013-14); Prayer, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2015-2020). In Massachusetts: Teacher, Sacred Heart, Malden (1955-58); Teacher, Sacred Heart, Malden (1959-62); Teacher, St. Patrick, Stoneham (1963-65). In North Carolina: Principal/Teacher, St. Patrick, Fayetteville (1965-72); Teacher, Charlotte Catholic High School, Charlotte (1972-73); Principal, St....