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Sister Ann Sullivan
...strong commitment to preserve and strengthen the natural environment. With a background in farming where crops were grown organically, the desire for a cleaner, healthier environment was appealing to Sister Ann. After conversations with her General Superior, housemate and cousin, Sister Nancy Nolan, she prepared “a little, one-page proposal that went to one of the Chapter’s committees,” suggesting ideas for the Congregation to implement as it strengthened its commitment to a healthier environment. An eco-justice committee was established, a plan...
Call to Action: Write Opinion Editorials for local media outlets
Publishing opinion editorials is a great way to get the attention of your members of Congress. Sometimes it helps to gather a team of support in your initial attempts at writing an Opinion Editorial (Op Ed). As you prepare to enter Lent and commit to some action, please consider inviting your friends, colleagues, PA Circle and/or parish group to gather together to write Op Eds. Make it a fun experience with snacks, drinks, and writing materials. To begin, it is...
Honor your favorite Sister of Providence
It’s that time again. Children and teachers are returning to their schools and their classrooms. This time of year brings to mind some of our favorite teachers from our own school days. Were you taught by a special Sister of Providence? Did a Sister of Providence bless your life in some way? One great way to honor your favorite sister is to donate to the Sisters of Providence in her honor. Go to Honor.SistersofProvidence.org to give a gift in memory...
Joanna Brown
...Sister Joanna ministered in education for 50 years in schools in Indiana and Illinois. She also ministered for 22 years at Precious Blood, Jasper, Ind., as a teacher, principal, confirmation coordinator and volunteer. In 1995, she was honored as diocesan “Teacher of the Year.” She returned to the Woods in 2006 but continued to minister at The Helping Hands and Providence Food Pantry. It was said that one of her favorite songs was Simon and Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”...
Catherine Aloyse Butler
Sister Catherine Aloyse was born Blanche Patricia on March 17, 1914. She died on March 22, 2005. She was 81 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 69 years. Sister Catherine Aloyse entered the Congregation on July 16, 1935. She professed first vows on Jan. 23, 1938, and final vows on Aug. 15, 1943. Sister Catherine Aloyse ministered as a grade school teacher in schools in Indiana, Illinois and Maryland. One of her favorite ministries was at...
Mary Michael Lager
...July 16, 1936. She professed first and final vows on Jan. 23, 1939 and 1945, respectively. Sister Mary Michael ministered as a teacher for 11 years in schools in Indiana and Illinois. But in 1950, she pursued a bachelor’s degree in pharmaceutical science, and in 1953, she began a ministry as a community pharmacist for 37 years. She officially retired to a ministry of prayer in 2004. She always said that her favorite place to be was in the outdoors....
Eleanor Pierce
...90 years old and had been a Sister of Providence for 71 years. Sister Eleanor entered the Congregation on July 20, 1942. She professed first and final vows on Aug. 15, 1943 and 1945, respectively. She ministered as a teacher, principal and volunteer in schools in Illinois, Indiana, Oklahoma, Massachusetts, Maryland and Washington, D.C. Sister Eleanor enjoyed listening to music and challenging her mind with crossword puzzles. She would have told you that her favorite food was “hot French fries.”...
Margaret Sullivan
...for 65 years. Sister Margaret entered the Congregation on Feb. 2, 1943. She professed first and final vows on Aug. 15, 1945 and 1950, respectively. She ministered for more than 50 years in education, beginning in 1945 at St. Mary, Richmond, Indiana. She taught at other schools in Indiana, as well as schools in Illinois, Texas and Florida. She also ministered at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. Her favorite missions were that of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and Paul C. Schulte High School....
Editha Ben
...St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Bensenville, Illinois, and as an instructor and staffer in the Office of International Affairs at Providence University in Taiwan. Prior to joining our Mission Advancement team, Sister Editha ministered as our Director of Vocations. Sister Editha said she enjoys classical music to “relax” and Filipino Folk music to “be energized.” She added her favorite food is Filipino Pinakbet. Sister Editha celebrated her 50 year jubilee in 2017. Read more story Sister Editha shared about her life....
Dorothy Gartland
...Sister Dorothy added her favorite food was shrimp. Sister Dorothy Gartland (formerly Sister Margaret Eugene) Complete Ministry In Washington, D.C.: Teacher, St. Ann (1950-53). In Illinois: Teacher, Immaculate Conception, Chicago (1953-55); Teacher, St. Leo, Chicago (1955-57); Teacher, St. Mel, Chicago (1969-74); Social Concerns Director, 8th Day Center for Peace and Justice, Chicago (1974-76); Social Justice Minister, 8th Day Center for Peace and Justice (1976-86); Teacher, Maternity BVM, Chicago (1986-2007); Work on behalf of Disappeared of Guatemala, Chicago (1987-90); Guatemalan Solidary...
Rita Clare Gerardot
...of my former students and am always delighted when I hear from them or enjoy when they come to the Woods for a visit.” Sister Rita Clare said her favorite pastime was reading and she enjoys movies and music. Sister Rita Clare Gerardot Complete Ministry In Indiana: Teacher, St. Catherine, Indianapolis (1947-51); Teacher, St. John, Vincennes (1952-53); Teacher/Principal/Superior, Sacred Heart, Whiting (1956-59); Teacher, St. John the Baptist, Fort Wayne (1965-67); Superior/Principal, St. Luke, Indianapolis (1967-69); Principal, St. Luke, Indianapolis (1973-77);...
Rebecca Keller
...Indiana. She is the oldest of eight children and her parents were farmers. She entered the Congregation in 1976, professing first vows in 1979 and final vows in 1984. Prior to entering the Congregation, Sister Becky had graduated from Purdue University. Of her ministries, she has served as a teacher, as well as ministering within the Congregation and in parish ministry. Currently, she ministers in health care and outreach ministries at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Becky’s favorite beverage is hot tea....