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Our trip to Ruillé sur Loir
Note: General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski and Vicar Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp were invited to attend the General Chapter of the Sisters of Providence of Ruillé sur Loir in France in April. During their travels, Sister Dawn detailed in writing their journey and experience. What follows below are Sister Dawn’s Journals: Day 1 – We Have Arrived! Jeanne and I have safely landed and have received a warm welcome from the Sisters of Providence of Ruillé, assembled in Sees, France, for...
A community of friends: the Providence Associate relationship
...joined them for conversation they were plotting how to convince Jessi’s husband to become a Providence Associate. The spirituality of Providence tells us that all of life is interconnected, that all is holy, all is one. There was “oneness” in that room that day. I could see it AND feel it. I know the source is Providence. Providence Associates are women and men of faith who choose to have an intentional relationship with the Sisters of Providence. They commit to...
What brings you here? What are you searching for?
...to know the Sisters of Providence because her dad came to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for care at Providence Health Care. She said he loved it; it was such a peaceful place. It left a lasting impression on her. Gathered Sisters of Providence and Providence Associate candidates offer a blessing on one another at the Providence Associate orientation Oct. 10 at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. One candidate said she met a Sister of Providence at a Providence Spirituality and Conference Center retreat and the...
Guerin Outreach Ministries: Catholic religious sisters offer English classes, friendship to residents of St. Anthy Trailer Park in rural Mecca, Calif.
...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 Twitter Sisters of Providence on Instagram Sisters of Providence YouTube channel...
Oral History: Sister Carol Nolan
Note: This oral history, written by Providence Associate Debbie Griffey, coincides with Sister Carol’s birthday today. Happy Birthday, Sister Carol! “I didn’t want anything to do with it. I wanted to get married.” — Sister Carol Nolan, SP Sister Carol Nolan never intended to be a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary of-the-Woods. Carol already had one sister who was in the community and another who had decided in fourth grade she would join the Sisters of Providence when she...
A Providence Associate’s look at Chapter
Growing in relationship with all who share the charism of Providence Editor’s note: The Sisters of Providence General Chapter 2016 was an historic moment. It was the first General Chapter in which Providence Associates were invited to participate in a portion of the Chapter. Providence Associates participated as non-voting members for the first two days. Providence Associate Kaitlyn Willy was among them. Providence Associate Kaitlyn Willy, who is currently in graduate school in Texas, renewed her commitment as a Providence...
New Providence Associates share their journey – part 1
Some of our new Providence Associates who made their first commitments on Nov. 14, 2020, share their journeys from the past year in today’s blog post. Are you interested in becoming a Providence Associate? Learn more here. New Providence Associate Kelly Schubert of Madison, Wisconsin, with Sister Mary Tomlinson Kelly Schubert For me, the process of becoming a Providence Associate began as a deep yearning to be closer to my creator. To be part of a force which fosters greater...
Newsnotes from winter 2023 HOPE magazine
...Providence Hua Mei (named after the first Sisters of Providence school in China). Providence Hua Mei was born Oct. 17 at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods to Providence Jean Raphael. She’s a cutie! Did you know you can “adopt” Hua Mei or one of our other alpacas? Support our eco-justice ministry while getting bragging rights on “your” alpaca. Adopt.SistersofProvidence.org The growing Providence Community Twenty-one new Providence Associates joined the Providence Community in a ceremony on Oct. 8 at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. New Providence Associates...
The remarkable life of Mother Marie Gratia Luking
...to religious life could not meet the requirements of the U.S. superiors. Sister Marie Gratia decided to found a native congregation to meet the pressing needs of the Chinese mission. She called them the Providence Sister-Catechists. This native congregation has continued to flourish and in 1932 received canonical approbation from Rome. Meanwhile, the new Ching I Middle School prospered, and on June 26, 1935, the first graduations were held. The same year, Sister Marie Gratia, as foundress of the Providence...
Get to know Providence Associate Julia Lopez-Kaley
...me learn, explore and navigate connection with Spirit, as well as discerning my personal vocation. It is my love of the Sisters of Providence, Mother Theodore, and my shared values with the Providence Community that drew me to officially become a Providence Associate several years ago. Tell us about your experience as a Providence Associate. In what ways is the relationship life giving? I love having the opportunity to be a member of the Providence Community. And I value the...
Nurturing to renewed hope and health
On a return visit for outpatient therapy, Lorre Thompson, above right, greets staff members she became close to at Providence Health Care during a several-week rehabilitation stay. Providence Health Care (PHC), a ministry of the Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, makes a lasting impact on people who come through its doors. Lorre Thompson, 54, of Terre Haute, is one of those people. Lorre spent much of last summer in the rehabilitation unit of Providence Health Care. Complications from...
A look back: Providence High School, Chicago
...the past 34 years, this dedicated group has given more than $1.5 million dollars to the Sisters of Providence. Providence alumnae are a true blessing in the life and mission of the Sisters of Providence! Sesquicentennial banners hanging in front of Providence High School in 1990. On Oct. 26, 2019, Providence High School, Chicago will host their final reunion. This will take place at The Diplomat West Banquet Hall, 681 West North Avenue, Elmhurst, Illinois. You can register or learn...