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2010 Rite of Commitment
...photo with Sister Mary Ann Lechner prior to the Rite of Commitment and Renewal on Nov. 13, 2010. Sister Mary Ann was filling in for Ronda’s companion, Sister Catherine Livers, who was unable to attend. Providence Associate Roberta King (right) of Terre Haute, Ind., poses for a photo with her companion, Sister Mary Beth Klingel, during the reception on Nov. 13, 2010. Sixty Providence Associates from all over the country renewed their commitments during the Rite of Commitment and Renewal...
The process of becoming a Providence Associate
...your desire to become a committed member of the Providence Community. You will also write a letter of commitment stating what your commitment as a Providence Associate will be. (Each associate creates a commitment that fits their calling and their life situation. Our commitments are as varied as we are. Some commitments others have chosen include daily prayer, caretaking of a family member, parish/church volunteering or being the face of Providence in their daily lives. 9. The Sisters of Providence...
History Timeline 1926-1965
...Mother Gertrude Clare Owens 1956 Formal consent given to introduction of the Cause for Canonization of Mother Theodore 1957 Sputnik launched by the USSR 1960 New Novitiate dedicated, later named Owens Hall 1960–1966 Administration of Mother Rose Angela Horan 1961 Title of “Mother” conferred on Sister Marie Gratia Luking as foundress of the Providence Sister-Catechists in China 1962 Vatican Council II begins, ending in 1965 Women in initial formation in the 1960s Toward a renewal of faith In the 1950s,...
What we do
...justice. One way that Providence Associate Marilyn Neuman, center, lives out her commitment as a Providence Associate is by volunteering to help senior citizens file their taxes at the local library in Arlington Heights, Illinois. A way that Connie Schnapf of Newburgh, Indiana, lives out her commitment as a Providence Associate is to spend a week or two a year volunteering at the Sisters of Providence motherhouse at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Here she makes repairs re-gluing fallen shells in the St....
General Superiors
...Aurora, Illinois. She entered the Congregation of the Sisters of Providence on January 23, 1932. After serving as a high school teacher and principal, she was elected to the General Council in 1960. Elected as the twelfth Superior General in 1966, she held office for ten years during the turbulent time of renewal following Vatican Council II. Mother Mary Pius began the process for the revisions of the Constitutions to bring them into accord with the recommendations of the Church...
2025 Reflection for Providence Associate Commitment Liturgy
Note: The following is the reflection that was authored by General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski for the 2025 Providence Associates rite of first commitment and renewal Mass and Ceremony, which took place on Saturday, October 11, 2025. The 2025 incoming Providence Associates were welcomed by the Providence Community during the Rite of Commitment and Renewal Mass and Ceremony on Saturday, October 11, 2025. New Associates include (front, from left) Jessena Goddard and Beth Purcell, (second row) Katherine Ryan, Molly Burke...
Climate justice: Laudato Si’
...of Sustainable Lifestyles, Ecological Education, Ecological Spirituality and Community Resilience and Empowerment. CLICK HERE TO READ OUR COMPLETE LAUDATO SI’ ACTION PLATFORM PLAN/COMMITMENTS. Another directional commitment we will focus on during the next five years is Resources/Sustainability. Here is our statement: Recognizing the abundance entrusted to us by our Provident God and the opportunities that come from being attentive both to limits as well as possibilities, and using them to foster creativity, we will cultivate inner and interpersonal transformation and...
FAQ about Providence Associates
...local food pantry, or teach others about Christ. Others serve at a soup kitchen or visit shut-ins to deliver communion or a spot of cheer. As a Providence Associate, you come up with your own set of commitments. You choose according to what fits your life and situation. And you receive support from the Providence community to sustain you in the mission. Do I have to be Catholic to be an associate? No. People from a variety of faith backgrounds...
Providence Associate commitment liturgy reflection
...Tomaszewski, Sisters of Providence general officer relating to the Providence Associates, addresses those gathered during the commitment ceremony. The Rev. Rebecca Zelensky makes her commitments as a Providence Associate. From left, Sarah Wilson, Traci Tucker, Jennifer Calvert, Marsha Bialaszewski and Tara Lane make their first commitments as Providence Associates. Helen Flavin, center, during the commitment ceremony. Providence Associate Marilyn Rausch with her Sister of Providence Companion Sister Susan Dinnin. Sister Lisa Stallings pins the Providence Associate pin on her Providence...
22 New Providence Associates
...as Providence Associates. From left, Providence Associates Tracy Biggs-Green and Duane Drake during the commitment ceremony. Sister Dawn Tomaszewski, Sisters of Providence general officer relating to the Providence Associates, addresses those gathered during the commitment ceremony. The Rev. Rebecca Zelensky makes her commitments as a Providence Associate. From left, Sarah Wilson, Traci Tucker, Jennifer Calvert, Marsha Bialaszewski and Tara Lane make their first commitments as Providence Associates. Helen Flavin, center, during the commitment ceremony. Providence Associate Marilyn Rausch with her...
Internships
...as well as other interns from all over the country, in a hands-on learning environment on our certified organic farm. You’ll also be able to meet and connect with some amazing women who are members of the Sisters of Providence. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods has been their home for over 175 years. Intern commitments are completely customizable but we do require a minimum commitment of 3 months with a maximum of one year. If you’d like more information about internships click here....
Sister Emily TeKolste’s renewal of Vows
...Providence this past year, and involved in a justice ministry in Washington, D.C. She urges others to work for fair treatment of all, especially those who experience racism and prejudice in our society. Sister Emily signs her vow renewal. Sister Lisa Stallings, vicar and general councilor, signs Sister Emily’s vow renewal with Sister Dawn Tomaszewski, general superior, looking on. Sister Dawn Tomaszewski signs Sister Emily’s renewal of vows. Sisters and guests pray for general intercessions. From Left, Sisters Tracey Horan,...