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What has happened to us since that first Thanksgiving?
...Standing Rock Sioux Indians. There is imminent fear of drinking water contamination. But by going to North Dakota, Joni also realized the sad truth: That this is not just an environmental crisis. Bulldozers have already destroyed sacred grounds. The representatives of more than 60 various tribes, who call themselves water protectors, not protestors, have been threatened or harmed by use of billy clubs, rubber bullets and tear gas and/or arrested by armed riot police guarding ongoing pipeline construction. This, of...
A Father’s Day Tribute!
...am very grateful. Even now, these many years later, I still feel a very close connection with him.” Sister Barbara said most people affectionately called her father “Papa Joe.” “A lot of people called him Papa Joe,” Sister Barbara said. “He owned a corner drugstore in Indianapolis. He seemed to know everyone in the neighborhood!” Sister Barbara Battista Sister Barbara also shared two specific stories of her father, both involving his character. “Dad took me to Riviera, a club on...
Throwback Thursday: A ‘Knighted’ Sister?
...a photo of Sister Georgiana Terstegge (third from left) from 1955 during a summer of study in France. She posed with sisters from the Sisters of Providence of Ruillé-sur-Loir. In addition, Sister Marie Grace Molloy said Sister Georgiana was responsible for the planting of many trees at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. In 1972, Sister Georgiana established the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Tree Club with annual dues of one dollar to help keep the motherhouse grounds forested. Sister Georgiana died in 1997. #throwbackthursday #tbt...
Sister Helen Dolores Losleben
...services, often literally baby-sitting as mom got a break while Helen sat with the baby in her lap. When she retired here to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in 2002, she began service in the Activity Room, where she became much appreciated for her determination in following through many behind-the-scenes tasks, and for her gracious and friendly manner. She was never one to put herself forward, but she enjoyed being with people and became a founding member of the “Breakfast Club,” and “Coffee-Klatch”...
NGOs – Conscience of the UN!
...FOE and also sits on the FSV. In addition to OSMTH, GAIA/PACE, other FOE members represent the Latter-day Saints Charities (LDS)*, the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University*, the Institute for Planetary Synthesis/IPS*, Federation of American Women’s Clubs Overseas/FAWCO, Mothers’ Legacy Project, International Islamic Relief Organization Saudi Arabia*, the Al-Hakim Foundation*, World Goodwill*, International Islamic Relief Organization*, and the Al-Hakim Foundation*. Like Ms. deWaal, the NGOs with asterisks, are on FSV as well. The forums that I attended are among many...
Ministry helps older adults not get lost in the parish community
...bring the elderly together with other generations. For example, she joined the Women’s Club with the Silver Linings group to make a pilgrimage to the Shrine of St. Mother Theodore Guerin at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods recently. At another event, teens joined the elders for breakfast and to create a video in which they asked the elders to share a life lesson. “I have also created a ‘call list’ of about 30 volunteers who are willing to assist elderly who need some...
Remembering Sister Helen Vinton: nature walks and care for the environment
...have to say her guiding us to take care of the environment has stuck with me throughout my life. I went through my four yearbooks (yes, I can still put my hands on them). Some articles: Fall Creek ecosystem studied, many articles on the Ecology Club, and unforgettable trips to Quetico Provincial Park in Canada. I have a letter Sister wrote April 27, 1973 to our parents, maps detailing our 8 day 90 mile canoe trip along with a certificate...
Providence Family Services: support and welcome for the neighbor
...a sliding scale fee. Still today nobody is turned away for inability to pay. “Sister Patty gives me strength to go on. Life is hard and we all need each other.” The Providence Family Services ministry has grown over the years. In addition to counseling, PFS now offers English-language classes, citizenship classes, computer classes and an after-school homework club. Sister Patty continues to serve as the director and one of the counselors. She’s welcomed many neighbors in this neighborhood ministry....
Celebrate the Light in our lives, amidst the world’s darkness, this season
...18, 2012 gathering of children invited to meet Santa and receive presents by the Kiwanis Club of Terre Haute. The Dec. 14, 2014 murder of 138 Pakistani children and the entry for Christmas Day from the book “Fragments of Your Ancient Name” by Sister Joyce Rupp: Child of Bethlehem So easy to place you on a spotless pedestal, Forgetting how you came to dwell with us, Came, as all children come into the world, A small babe with bloody umbilical...
Sister Dorothy Gartland: neighborhood ministry making a difference
...Without a doubt their dedication and professionalism was an important part of our work. They were truly following Mother Theodore’s advice to “love the children first and then teach them.” The after school homework program couldn’t have gotten off to such a good start without them. They are still remembered by “former students” of PFS. Students in the after school homework club at Providence Family Services in Chicago celebrate “Sister Dorothy Day” in 2012 when Sister Dorothy retired from her...
Sister Charles Van Hoy honored
...worked in various capacities within the State of Indiana. He also served as secretary/treasurer for the Harry S. Truman Club and was from Vigo County. “The award is given to people who volunteer to not only advance the interest of the Democratic party throughout this community, but to advance the civic responsibility throughout the area,” Etling said. “Those are the things that Sister Charles has exemplified. “She’s gone above and beyond with regard to her involvement with the civic and...
Welcome Providence Associate candidates of 2014
...the orientation Mass. Break time! Both Sister of Providence Ellen Cunningham and Candidate Cathleen Flynn check in on their phones during a break time at orientation. Candidate associates stand for a blessing in the Church of the Immaculate Conception during their orientation. Candidate Heather Smith of South Bend, Indiana, the “self-proclaimed president of the Saint Mother Theodore Guerin fan club” shows off her fingernails attesting to her claim. Candidates join for prayer in the chapel room of the new shrine...