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Welcome our new Coordinator of Volunteer Services!
...did a lot of weeding. I loved the peace and quiet of the Woods while working outside.” Sarah’s love of the historical aspect of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, as well as the natural beauty of the Woods, never left and in August this year, she became the Sisters of Providence Coordinator of Volunteer Services, replacing Sister Becky Keller, SP, who ministered in that role for 15 years. Big Shoes to Fill “No one could ever replace Sister Becky, but I am...
Sister Mary Patricia Cummings (formerly Sister Marie Janice)
...pastoral associate at Immaculate Conception Parish in Chicago, a position she maintained for 15 years. A catalog of the representatives of her ministries who processed up the aisle when the parish said farewell to Mary Pat reveals the energy and impact she had on this parish: Scripture Study, Rite of Christian Initiation, Baptismal Preparation, Communion to the Sick, the Hunger Walk, Lay Ministers, Marriage Preparation, Choir, Peace and Justice Committee, Art and Environment Committee, Ecumenical Association, United Power for Action...
Virtual circles offer real relationship
...Spiritual Integration Units very enriching, and once that year was finished they felt a letdown. Providence Circles were the answer to their desire to seek ways to deepen their own spiritual lives and their relationship with Sisters of Providence.” PA Judy Coulup-Hund advises those considering the Providence Associate relationship, “Do it and do it now. The SPs are so caring and their spirituality is so transparent that it rubs off on anyone near them. Their sense of the world, peace...
Providence Associates Saint Mother Theodore Guerin retreat 2014
...to be around the atmosphere and the wholeness of the Woods is really great. And this involved a depth of spirituality I didn’t expect. It has been really awesome,” Tara said. “I come here and I feel so much peace. The retreat helped me to realize the sacrifice that this place is built on.” She said she found it very humbling. Here we share some photos from the weekend retreat. The Providence Associate relationship is open to women and men...
Sister Edna Scheller
...a smile in her voice.” Perhaps this stemmed from her delightful sense of humor which made others laugh, too. “The Dash” poem ends by asking: “When your eulogy is read and your life’s actions recounted, would you be proud of the things they say about you and how you lived your dash?” I think we can all agree that Edna could say a definite YES to that question. May you rest in peace, dear friend. Funeral services for Sister Edna...
Sister Kathleen Desautels: Collaborating for justice
Sister Kathleen Desautels, second from left, with other peacemakers at a recent protest against the School of Americas. For nearly three decades, Sister Kathleen Desautels (formerly Sister Mary Colleen) has been at the forefront of justice. As a staff member at the 8th Day Center for Justice in Chicago, Sister Kathleen knows a lot about collaborating for justice. The Sisters of Providence are one of six Catholic religious congregations who founded the center in 1974. Today a total of 34...
Sister Luke Crawford
...body and mind began to fail her. She never forgot her manners she learned at 1605 S. Center Street. She always thanked her visitors for coming to see her. When the end came, Sister Luke went very peacefully home to God. There was no struggle. She is now with her beloved family and friends and enjoying eternal life. We thank you, Sister Luke, for gracing our lives with your presence. Mass of Christian Burial for Sister Luke Crawford was Tuesday,...
Sister Barbara Reder
...college, that she found an answer. She was writing a Mother’s Day letter to her mother. She felt the Holy Spirit tell her, “You’ve got to at least give this a try.” So she agreed. OK, she’d give it a try. And immediately she felt at peace. So she wrote in her card to her mom, “I’m thinking about becoming a sister. But don’t tell anyone yet.” By the time she came home on the next visit, everyone knew. Sister...
Sister Elizabeth Grannan
...I can’t imagine what it must’ve been like for Betty to be reunited with her parents and all her siblings, especially those she never knew. May she rest in peace and joy. Services took place Thursday, June 5, and Friday, June 6, at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind. A Wake took place from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m., Thursday, June 5, with Vespers at 4:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial took place at 11 a.m., Friday, June...
My Indiana! Meet our new director of Mission Advancement
...presence of God here at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Our drive around campus continued to impress, not just the quiet and peaceful surroundings, also the majestic motherhouse, cemeteries, spiritual landmarks and college buildings. Experiencing the Woods in person the first time assured us we made the right decision. We were called here for God’s purpose, to the right place, at the right time. I imagine Saint Mother Theodore Guerin felt that way too. (Originally published in the Summer 2021 issue of HOPE...
Saint Mother Theodore’s Feast Day Reflection
...again. Somehow our hearts find a home in these familiar, particular and precious treasures. Today, on her feast day, it may be good for us to think a little about what Mother Theodore’s treasures were, where did her heart find a home, find peace and courage? I will name three yet I want to emphasize: we each see from where we each stand. So I don’t expect they will be the three each of you would name. In other words,...
Welcome Providence Associate candidates of 2014
...to Saint Mother Theodore Guerin during an orientation sneak-preview of the nearly completed shrine. Candidate-associates and their companions embrace during the sign of peace at the orientation Mass. Sister and Providence Associate companions join hands in prayer with Providence candidate-associates during Mass in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. Candidate-associates and their companions spend time getting to know one another in Reilly auditorium, Owens Hall during their orientation. A candidate views the displays in the shrine of Saint Mother Theodore...