Search Results for label/Renewal of Commitment
Getting too many results? To search for an exact phrase, try putting multiple word phrases in quotation marks (such as "Saint Mother Theodore") to narrow your results.
Providence Associate photo highlights 2009
The 2009 Providence Associates retreat was held March 20-22, 2009, at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. The retreat, Pondering the Movement of Providence in Our Lives, was attended by 34 associates and candidates. Providence Associate Pat Stucke of Schererville, Ind., renewed her commitment at the home of her companion, Sister Lucy Nolan, on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009....
One step at a time: Sister Dina on upcoming vows
...grace of God and power of the Holy Spirit, yes I am. I see that I have been growing toward this slowly but surely. Each day that ends with a yes to this life ends with a peace that surpasses all understanding. Throughout the initial formation process, I have been given the tools and relationships to help grow a lifelong commitment to this life. This juncture is a step through the threshold that peacefully affirms those life-giving resolutions in perpetuity....
Listening, loving, letting go: reflection for profession of vows
...Theodore and her daughters of the Woods intercepted her. She, too, will profess first vows because: “As I continue to live into the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience and witness with gratitude how they invite me to be my fullest self, I desire this accountability and level of commitment. For all these reasons and mysterious ones I’ll probably never fully grasp, I request support in taking vows.” We call all of this — Providence. Taking up the challenge I’m...
A visit to the Woods
...As we age, people often comment about our continued closeness 41 years after our college graduation. The answer, I believe, lies in the values we were taught years ago: Faith in God, commitment to those we love, and a genuineness of spirit. Discovering three of my ancestors was another impetus for visiting the Woods. As a child, I heard mom talk about her three aunts, who were Sisters of Providence: Sister Mary Veronica Bockhold, Sister Mary Rosina Hagedorn, and Sister...
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods listed in National Register of Historic Places
...property’s architectural, historical, or archaeological significance based on national standards used by states. It allows opportunities for specific preservation incentives including federal and state grants and tax credits. “Historic preservation is important to the human narrative. Our campus is a picture of our values and a living demonstration of our commitment to honoring the rich legacy we have inherited. We’re excited about the possibilities the new designation creates to raise awareness of the historic impact and beauty of our campus...
My Current Situation in Asia: A Quadrillion Blessings
...birthplace of Providence University. The founding story is very complicated. However, the concise version begins with the desire of the Sisters of Providence to be God’s love, mercy and justice in the world. This aspiration led to a commitment to strive for gender equity in Chinese society through the education of girls in 1920. Serving on the Executive Council of the Association of Christian Colleges and Universities in Asia (ACUCA). SIster Anne Therese (middle) is photographed here with international colleagues...
Photos! Providence Associate 10 year anniversary celebration
Sisters of Providence and Providence Associates celebrated 10 years in relationship with a celebration Nov. 17-19, 2017, at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. Enjoy these photos from the days filled with laughter, prayer, good companionship and fun. Providence Associates Anne Mosher and her companion Jane Fischer enjoy the commitment reception Providence Associate Sarian Bouma and her companion Sister Marie McCarthy pose near a photo of themselves on the new Providence Associate timeline wall...
Celebrating the Providence Associates: 10 years in relationship
...see God’s work than to witness the number of Associates after 10 years? We, Sisters, Providence Associates and others who embrace the charism of Providence, are the ever lengthening shadow of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin. *** AND in the name of all our Sisters of Providence wherever they may be — Thank you! We love you! View photos from the 10-year anniversary celebration below. Providence Associates Anne Mosher and her companion Jane Fischer enjoy the commitment reception Providence Associate Sarian...
HOPE winter 2018 — The bonds that unite us
...I were friends. Now we are family members of the Sisters of Providence, with a multi-year friendship base to help me live more freely in this family,” Teresa said. Providence Associates, Sisters of Providence: 10 years in relationship “The common vision that we share is love for Providence, for each other, and for life — all life.” Providence Associate 10 year celebration photos Photos from the 10 year celebration Photos from the rite of commitment ceremony that was part of...
News Notes
New Providence Associates New Providence Associates making first commitments Nov. 18, 2017. From front row left: Annette Maggio, Patti Burris, Sandra Powell, Mary Bales, Bonnie Wilson, Theresa Tighe, Laura Dudkowski, Sarian Bouma, Cathy Dearing. Second row from left: Gail Smith, Eileen Horan, John Schleeter, Deanna Schleeter, Adriana Estringel with Director of Providence Associates Sister Diane Mason and Sisters of Providence General Officer Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp. Back row from left, Joe Horan, Ann Henderson, Anne Mosher, Peggy Stewart, Ryan Sheehy, Shawn...
Get to know Sister Jenny Howard
...is my life different? The vows. “Our commitment really is to God and the people of God and to the Congregation.” Audio File: The habit. “My mother would say, ‘Why are they not wearing the habit? How do I know who to hold the door for?’ I would say, ‘Why don’t you just hold the door for everybody?’” … I really want to be with people. I don’t want to be different in the sense that I’m distant or I’m...
Sister Martha Steidl (formerly Sister Marie Aquinas)
...She believed that the object of education is to develop persons in balance, persons who were fully alive, fully human. Students remember her as a wonderful teacher, dedicated to excellence, someone who made a positive difference for many people and touched many lives. They describe her as kind, patient, sweet, lovely, humble, humorous and compassionate. One recalled, “I just loved seeing her smiling face every single day I had class with her.” Along with her wholehearted commitment to the college,...