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Sister Denise reflection: 2008 Rite of Commitment
General Superior Sister Denise Wilkinson receives the commitments of the new Providence Associates. On Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, 32 candidate-associates made their first commitment as Providence Associates during the Rite of Commitment in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. During the Eucharistic Liturgy, 43 Providence Associates renewed their commitments. The following reflection was given by General Superior Sister Denise Wilkinson. I remember when Sister Mary Alice Zander and the Providence Associate Advisory Group were in the beginning stages of planning...
2016 Providence Associate first commitment ceremony
...Sisters of Providence stand to welcome the new Providence Associates. Sister Diane Mason, director of the Providence Associate relationship, and Debbie Dillow, assistant director, call forward the Providence Associates to make their first commitments. Chatting before the ceremony are, from left, Sister Barbara Reder, Lynda Parker and Joan Richards. Sara Bennett carries the cross during the procession. Frank Esposito carries a candle behind. Sara Bennett and Christine O’Connor make their commitments as Providence Associates. New associate Sandra Wickware visits with...
Get to know Sister Arrianne Whittaker
...Mother Earth One thing most people don’t know about me is: I took ballet lessons for nine years when I was younger. The first thing that comes to mind when I think of God is: a colorful sky at sunset!! Favorite music/song: anything by Carrie Newcomer or Peter Mayer Favorite dessert: ice cream Favorite season: winter Favorite vacation spot: northern Wisconsin My favorite thing about Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is: a campfire with friends down at St. Joseph’s Lake Favorite saint: Mother...
‘We’re all grateful for your CONNECTION’
Note: The following is a reflection by General Superior, Sister Dawn Tomaszewski. She offered it during the 2023 Providence Associates Rite of Commitment Ceremony Saturday, Oct. 21. General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski speaking at the 2023 Providence Associates Rite of Commitment Ceremony on Oct. 21. The readings chosen for this Eucharistic Liturgy for the Rite of Commitment are certainly resplendent with images of nature. Planting and reaping, seeds and vine branches. Resplendent — I love that word. Resplendent is the...
Sister Marilú Covani
...original All Things Possible story of Sister Marilú Covani View an article on pages 12-13 in a 2010 issue of HOPE magazine. Sister Marilú’s Fun Facts Favorite scripture passage: Isaiah 40 to Isaiah 52Favorite holiday: Advent timeFavorite quote: “Live simply so others may simply live.”Favorite actor: James DeanMy best friend says I’m: caring and thoughtful; stubbornFavorite saint: Theresa de AvilaFavorite sinner: Evita PeronFavorite book: “The Source” by James A. Michener and “The Pillars of the Earth” by Ken FollettIf I...
A reflection for the Providence Associate Commitment Ceremony
...small beginning in establishing the Providence Associate relationship. The commitment ceremony of that first group of brave people who decided to take a chance on this new relationship with the Sisters of Providence took place in 2007 with 58 persons becoming Providence Associates. With the commitment of our associates elect today and the recommitment of our current associates, Providence Associates will number about 320. I am grateful for this growth and for all that our associates have come to mean...
Our Providence Community 2025-26 Laudato Si Action Platform Plan
...through the growth of alpacas; our chickens provide cage-free eggs. Through the USDA, we have made a 10-year commitment to put large tracts of land into pollinator habitats. Additionally, we continue to protect and maintain our forest for the good of creation. Our land ethic details our commitment to responding to the Cry of Earth. The Providence Climate Agreement/Manifesto was adopted by the Providence Community five years ago — it was a personal invitation and commitment of individuals within the...
Who are the Providence Associates?
...us have known the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for many years. Others have more recently come to know the sisters. We all share a common desire for something more. A deeper spirituality or a united sense of mission. A community for support or a spiritual place to call home. A Providence Associate spends a year getting to know the community better as a candidate-associate. We then make commitments for one, three or five years at a time, and...
Give monthly
...Providence and that the sisters pray for you daily. Celebrate in knowing that every bit helps. Enjoy the ease of giving – join once! It’s convenient and flexible. Start, change or stop your gift anytime by calling 812-535-2800. Become a Providence GEM (Gives Every Month) and receive special benefits. As a monthly donor, you are a GEM whose support helps us be love, mercy and justice among God’s people. For as little as $10 per month, your commitment lets us...
The Gift of Being Teachable: Lessons in Being Wonderfully Made in Taiwan
...reflects the daycare center’s commitment to serving individuals at all stages of life, upholding dignity, promoting inclusion and supporting lifelong development. Sister Jessica and two children as angels in an upcoming play performance. During my time there, I had the chance to work with both young children at the center and adults in group homes. This included a meaningful experience to participate as an angel alongside two preschoolers for the center’s Nativity play for a community-wide gathering. I’m humbly grateful...
Oral History: Sister Teresa Costello
...themselves, and to know their God, regardless of their faith denomination. God is in the people who need us.” Anonymous Caring for Those in Need When Teresa was asking herself ‘Where is a Catholic Sister needed?’ she was following the mandate to care for those who are the marginalized. Sister Teresa’s intelligence and her practice to learn something new every day has guided her. She has never questioned her commitment to her religious vocation. Quiet and reserved, she has sought...
Sister Dina Bato
...brought meaning to her life since joining. “My daughter you’re home. I couldn’t ignore it.” Sister Dina’s ministry today. Favorites Favorite hobby: Baking Favorite saint: Thomas Merton Favorite sinner: St. Peter Favorite hero/heroine: The Blessed Mother Least favorite food: Okra Favorite pizza topping: Veggies Favorite course in school: English Favorite form of prayer: Lectio Divina Favorite quote: “The Church is a hospital for sinner, not a museum for saints.”Abigail Van Buren Favorite TV program: Mysteries at the Museum, Forensic...