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Transformative view of the afterlife
...ineffable the happiness of heaven! I saw God! Jesus spoke to me and caressed me!” The ‘paths’ remain with you Anyone who has ever stepped foot on Saint Mary’s ground knows these paths remain with you in unique ways. Whether you are a student, visitor, or member of staff, it is impossible to turn on the main avenue without thinking of the Sisters of Providence and the college’s history. Each of us who appear on its land, in any capacity...
Alpaca Shearing 2020
...the shearers to work quickly and efficiently which reduces stress on the animal. While they are being sheared each alpaca gets a pedicure and dental check. WVC interns collected the sheared fleece which will be used in a variety of ways after it is cleaned or skirted. Even our newest alpaca, Tony, got a little of his baby fuzz trimmed off! It’s shearing day. Alpacas patiently wait their turn for a summer haircut. On hot days Monte likes to cool...
World AIDS Day: Sisters respond to AIDS epidemic, part 2
...reader of names. She said, “When they didn’t have readers and I was there, I read extra times if they needed someone. And I read my grand-nephew’s name several times … I really appreciated representing something, standing up for something that needs to be witnessed to.” Sister Carole In 1993, Sister Carole Kimes was ministering as a hospice nurse in Indianapolis. “One of my patients who touched me most was Bill,” said Sister Carole. “He taught me how those living...
A look back at Educational/Family Services
...with his homework in 2008 while his sister looks on. Educational/Family Services Director Penny Sullivan works with an adult student in 2008. Sister Mary Pat Peacock (RIP) helps a little girl with her reading in 2011. Mickie Lane Fredericks, assistant education coordinator, works with some students outside at Educational/Family Services in the summer of 2000. Providence Associate Judi Collins helps run a bake sale to raise funds for Educational/Family Services in 2013. Mickie Lane Fredericks tutors a child after school...
Bittersweet news from Educational/Family Services
...Services has been very effective over the years and it has helped many people to further their goals in life. The work that has been done at EFS is something that will live on in ways we will never know. We are grateful to all those who have given of their time and talent here. We are all blessed because of your generosity,” said Sister Patty Fillenwarth, president of the Guerin Outreach Ministries board of directors. We thank each of...
Called by God to life as a doctor and a Sister of Providence
...the holiness in my patients and helps me recognize that every patient is larger than the sum of their disease. The patience I learned with my one-year-olds at the daycare helps me stay calm amid the sometimes-chaotic world of residency which is tough enough without also being in the midst of a pandemic. Strength, courage and faith I am utterly convinced that the spirit of Providence guiding me to a new light has provided me with the strength, courage, resilience...
A call to change
...those attitudes, actions and words which perpetuate violence, we beg the grace of a non-violent heart. The journey of Lent, indeed “our discipleship journey, is a constant call to move back onto the path that Jesus marked for us — a path that calls us to be instruments of God’s peace,” (Dave Robinson) to sow love where there is hatred pardon where there is injury faith where there is doubt hope where there is despair light where there is darkness...
All things possible: Sister Marilú Covani
Sister Marilú Covani understands the challenges life can bring. She is trained in cytogenetics and worked as a technician with chromosomes and genetics. She is a widow, mother and grandmother. She is a Sister of Providence. She is the first member of the Congregation to walk that path. “I thought about a religious vocation when I was young. I thought about it before I was married and while I was in medical school. It was still with me all the...
Providence Associate first commitment 2015
...left, Mary Jo Ricketson, Zenaida Contreras and Sabrina Falls before the entrance procession begins. Patricia Waltman and her companion Sister Mary Rita Griffin visit with another sister prior to the ceremony. The Mass’s entrance procession. Rita Edwards, center, carries a candle. Providence Associates and companions join hands during the Our Father prayer at Mass. From left, companion Donna Watzke and Rita Edwards, Sabrina Falls and her companion Sister Paula Modaff and Kim Knoblock and Sister Dawn Tomaszewski. The newest Providence...
Sister Agnes Arvin (formerly Sister Agnes Virginia)
...sight. Since You are at my right hand I shall stand firm.” “And so my heart rejoices, my soul is glad. Even in safety shall my body rest. For You will not leave my soul among the dead. Nor let your beloved know decay.” “You will show me the path of life, The fullness of joy in your presence, At your right hand, at your right hand. Happiness forever.” “O God, You are the center of my life. I will...
God’s love takes the form of tender loving care
...evident throughout the Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore where ideas offered for reflection about God’s providence. The reader is reminded of God’s patient support; God’s providing (providence!) “pathways and ports … protection and perseverance.” God is portrayed through an understanding of the help God offers. It’s not that God precludes suffering but that God never stops offering the figurative TLC we all need when we fall or get hurt. And how much bolder can a person be if he or...
Believe me … always and everywhere…
Believe me … always and everywhere you will find people who will try your patience and you yourself will try theirs....