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In Honor of the Mother Theodore and Her Companions
I want to write a poem to honor Mother Theodore and her companions; six brave women who came into the forests of Indiana 175 years ago to teach women and children and to make our Provident God become a part of their life. But I have no words which can adequately describe them, or their heroic deeds, their self-sacrifice, or their abounding faith and trust in Providence. Words seem to vanish from my mind and descriptions seem empty when I...
Gaining insight on Our Lady of Providence
I first became aware of Our Lady of Providence in high school. Her portrait presided over every visit to the home of my favorite date, who was taught by her Sisters, became one of them upon graduation, and has remained my closest spiritual friend. But it is through many years of praying the rosary daily, reflecting anew each morning on the Mysteries appropriate for that day, that I’ve gained some insight into how Mary served, and still serves, as Our...
Christmas Reflection 2015
From the movie, It’s A Wonderful LifeI originally intended to write about peace at Christmas against the pervasive violence so current at this time. Then I came upon a news story titled “Good Samaritan Rescues Mom at Airport.” This news story led me to the movie It’s A Wonderful Life featuring the angel Clarence Odbody. Those of us old enough to remember this film gained valuable life lessons by watching George Bailey struggling with doubt because of his lack of...
Before the dust settles
Being asked to reflect and write about Lent will result in a very different Lenten experience for me this year. As Providence Associate Director Sister Diane Mason reminds us frequently, we must “dig deep.” My Providence Associate companion extraordinaire, Sister Peggy Nau, said to me often: “Listen!” So I waited 30 days before sitting down and writing this – purposely — not because of procrastination. And now I wonder … is 30 days enough listening time to prepare? Or do...
The Sisters of Providence go to St. Patrick School
...alive, engaged, curious and sweet! Our discussion could have lasted another hour. They were so filled with questions. My favorite was, ‘What does your bedroom look like?’ ‘It probably looks like yours,’ was my answer.” Sister Paula added that reconnecting with St. Patrick School has been a blessing. “I am absolutely thrilled that Sister Joni is making so much effort to get the Sisters of Providence engaged with St. Patrick School,” Sister Paula said. “The administration, faculty and staff are...
International Women’s Day, March 8
...all women? Some of them are well known; others are known only in smaller circles. I could write a letter, send an e-card or make a phone call to thank someone for their efforts. Maybe they are girls/women who have died, but have made a significant difference in my life or in the lives of all women. I can still thank them or honor them in some way. Lastly, how do I place the Divine Light shining within me, not...
Sister Amata Dugan
...belting out ‘Hello Dolly,’ or one of her favorite Irish tunes.” And mentioning Irish, Amata was an avid Notre Dame fan. Once while being interviewed by a Tribune-Star reporter, she mentioned her love for the Fighting Irish, and told him, “In fact, if any of those big wigs you know have any extra tickets …” Amata seemed happiest when serving and caring for others and making people feel happy and included. Those of us here at the Woods observed this...
A reflection for Easter
...and Patty were talking on the phone or in person, but Patty was crying. Sometime during that conversation, Joseph said to her younger sister, “If you are going to pray for me and don’t pray with faith, then don’t pray for me at all.” Oh my! When Patty repeated this to some of us, I felt jolted out of my complacency, my doubt, any understanding of praying for someone. As I write, Patty and all of us rejoice that Joseph...
Celebrating National Poetry Month!
...and social justice. I consider this a special grace in my life and it has become an integral part of my prayer and my ministry. I now invite you to enjoy “Spring Symphony,” a poem by Sister Rose Michele Boudreau (RIP) that expresses so well one of the frequent rites of April springtime. SPRING SYMPHONY a raindrop strikes an open leaf and it quivers with delight. another! another! GOD plays on the leafy keyboard with swollen drops of rain providing...
Dare to be merciful
Mercy is on my mind. This focus on mercy came my way because of two requests and a gift. The requests: A Providence Associate from the Southern Indiana-Kentucky Providence Circle asked me to spend some time with the group talking about the meaning of mercy in the context of our mission “acts of love, mercy and justice in service among God’s people.” Mission Advancement staff members requested I write a blog on mercy given the Pope’s Proclamation of a Jubilee...
Forgiveness and mercy
...can’t forget.” “If I forgive someone but don’t feel it, then I am being a phony.” “Some people don’t deserve to be forgiven.” (This was a tough one for many.) “People who love each other don’t have to ask for forgiveness.” (For couples, this was a poignant myth.) (And, the all-time favorite) “Asking forgiveness means saying, ‘I am wrong and you were right.’” The participants seemed to really get in touch with a deeper meaning of what self-forgiveness and forgiving...
Find your cause for celebration
“Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes which see reality.” —– Nikos Kazantzakis The official portrait of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin (Saint Theodora). I love the above quote, especially in today’s political milieu. Just the other day, these eyes of mine glanced upon the list of petitions that people write in the intention book at the Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin. What are people musing about with this Saint of God these days? A brother sick...