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2017-18 Annual Report
The facts and figures contained in the Annual Report witness once again to the reality that the Providence of God manifests itself in the financial generosity as well as in the service of so many friends. Thank you. Sister Dawn Tomaszewski, General Superior, May 2019 Read more of Sister Dawn’s message to our generous supporters and take a look at the annual report from September 1, 2017-August 31, 2018. (Originally published in the Summer 2019 HOPE magazine.)...
2018-19 Annual Report
Your kindness and generosity to us have that same kind of monumental impact. My awareness of that profound inter-connectedness of all of us has deepened even more as I have reflected on the data and the stories provided in this annual report. Sister Dawn Tomaszewski, General Superior, June 2020 Read more of Sister Dawn’s message to our generous supporters and take a look at the annual report from Sept. 1, 2018 – Aug. 31, 2019. (Originally published in the Summer...
Life on the farm at White Violet Center: Meet our summer crop of interns
...a concentration in Sustainability. “I have become very passionate about socially and environmentally sustainable practices in agriculture and fiber production. I am very excited about the possibility of interning at the White Violet Center.” Annie Kuyper, Mount Pleasant, S.C. Annie Kuyper Annie has completed her junior year at Purdue University, majoring in Agricultural Economics Sales and Marketing. She has met some of the SMWC Equestrian Team through competition. “I am motivated for this internship because I love agriculture. I’ve always wanted to have my own...
A beautiful time
...was Sister Florence Norton (formerly Sister Thomas Ann). As a child, Sister Florence was taught in Sisters of Providence schools and grew up reading vibrant stories in the SP missionary publication “The Bugle Call.” When, years later, Sister Florence herself landed to minister in a foreign land, she found herself surrounded by new animals (alpacas and vicuñas), a new climate (“It was sunny every day!”), and people with big hearts, big hugs, and nothing but love for their Hermana (Sister)....
Blessing of new ‘green space’ begins 2024 annual meeting
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, joined by their Providence Associates, kicked off their 2024 annual meetings on Saturday with a blessing of a new green space located in the northern section of the grounds. Sisters of Providence General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski said the purpose of the blessing was to “take time to reflect on the gift of our land and the gift of the indigenous people who once lived on this land.” Sister Dawn admitted that...
Sister Connie Kramer receives Frances Murphy Rumely Award
...and my Sisters of Providence Community have empowered me to be and to do during my many years of ministry.” In the nomination form presented by Rachel, she wrote “Sister Connie had a vision to be a servant leader with a desire to increase the quality of life in the Wabash Valley.” Sister Connie entered the Congregation in 1964 from Holy Angels Parish in Dayton, Ohio. She professed first vows in 1967 and perpetual vows in 1970. Sister Connie Kramer...
St. Anne Shell Chapel needs restoration
Water damage to the base of St. Anne Shell Chapel We recently discovered our beloved St. Anne Shell Chapel at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods is in dire need of restoration. Water damage to the foundation has caused the walls to bow outward. Originally built of wood in 1844 and rebuilt of stone in 1876, the beautiful and intricate pattern of shells on the inside of the chapel are something to behold. However, these shells are no longer secure. If we do nothing,...
Sister Eleanor McAuliffe
Sister Eleanor McAuliffe “O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you.” (Psalm 63:1) “This afternoon, we come together to celebrate the life and ministry of Sister Eleanor McAuliffe and to revere this caring, compassionate woman,” said Sister Mary Lee Mettler in her commentary for Sister Eleanor, who died March 29. Nellie Bernadine McAuliffe was one of seven children born to John and Mary O’Connor McAuliffe. Born on March 15, 1914, in Chevy Chase, Md., she attended St. Ann...
Yay for community! Providence Associate Annual Meeting 2022
...fun with her table Saint Mother Theodore Guerin herself (aka Sister Sue Paweski) paid a visit to share some words of wisdom. Providence Associates Beverly Adams and Carol Woodfall enjoy a laugh. Table sharing Sisters of Providence General Officer Sister Laura Parker shares with the associates on Sunday. Cheering for Diane Weidenbenner who won the Saint Mother Theodore Guerin bag in the raffle Lively table discussion Sisters of Providence General Councilor Sister Carole Kimes shares with the associates on Sunday....
February 2, 2025: Feast of the Presentation of the Lord
...child is destined for the fall and rise of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be contradicted — and you yourself a sword will pierce — so that the thoughts of many hearts may be revealed.” There was also a prophetess, Anna, the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was advanced in years, having lived seven years with her husband after her marriage, and then as a widow until she was eighty-four. She...
Sister Alma Marie Earus
Sister Alma Marie Earus “Jesus said to them, ‘Let the children come to me, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as they.’” — (Mark10:14b) “Sister Alma Marie was an excellent teacher and loved the little children. Anytime she was out for playground duty, she was surrounded by little children just as Jesus was in today’s reading. She, like Jesus, wanted them to be there. She saw their faith and love of God,” said Sister Mary Ann Phelan in...
Ellen Baker-Longawa, Hammond, Indiana: “Good example is the best teacher.”
This Rooted for Tomorrow story was contributed by Ellen Baker-Longawa, Hammond, Indiana, for the 175th anniversary of the Sisters of Providence arriving in Indiana. My favorite Sister of Providence was Sr. Marie Annette Doody. Sr. Marie Annette was my teacher for both fifth and sixth grade at St. Joseph Grade School in Hammond, Indiana. I was sent to first grade when I was very young, mostly because I could read and write by the time I was four. As a...