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Promoting justice through ‘Corporate Responsibility’
...that discourage collective bargaining among employees, • Corporations that benefit from for-profit prisons, mass incarceration, capital punishment or immigration detention centers, • Corporations whose practices are known to be detrimental to the environment, • Corporations that use sweatshop labor or otherwise abuse employees in the production of goods and services, and • Corporations that engage in predatory lending practices. Positive Screens: • Corporations that engage in the development and implementation of green technologies, • Corporations that engage in initiatives that...
Rejoice with us: A Silver Jubilee Reflection
...life’s traveler from Chicago end up as sisters, and, by virtue of this commitment, share in a mission to be Providence in this world? Where else would they be asked to work together to further God’s loving plans through works of love, mercy and justice in service to all of creation? Where else would they be expected to use the gifts of God has given them for the good of all, for the common good, and especially for the least...
Photos from Sisters Speak Out: June 24 Community Prayer and Rally
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, participated in a national campaign co-sponsored by more than 50 congregations of Roman Catholic sisters and 10 Catholic advocacy and social justice organizations who traveled from Indiana to Washington, D.C., on Monday, June 23, through Wednesday, June 25. The Sisters also hosted their own event at the Woods, which mirrored the action that was happening simultaneously in Washington, D.C. The Gospel inspired the campaign to advocate for policies that recognize the fundamental...
The Sisters of Providence reflect on the Year of Mercy
...to create a more just and hope-filled world through prayer, education, service and advocacy. The Congregation honors Divine Providence and furthers God’s plans by devoting itself to works of love, mercy and justice in service to God’s people. “The Year of Mercy has called us to be more mindful to the words we use to describe ourselves and our purpose,” Sister Lisa said. Sister Mary Mundy, who ministers as a pastoral associate at Holy Rosary Church in Evansville, agreed. “Anytime...
Write for Rights – YOU made a difference!
...that the state of Louisiana inflicted upon him. But the belated measure of justice that came on Woodfox’s 69th birthday was something he had been seeking for more than half his life … Amnesty International USA joins his supporters around the world in celebrating Woodfox and his legal team’s tireless pursuit of justice.” (When clicking on the above link, scroll down to see photo and more information on Albert Woodfox). Thanks to Sister Rosemary and to each person who took...
Participate with us in Campaign Nonviolence Week
...of Nonviolence calls us to ongoing conversion. It challenges us to adopt those attitudes and actions that will bring about an authentic peace born of justice. Therefore, we ask all our partners in mission to join us in daily praying the Litany of Nonviolence during this campaign week beginning Sunday, Sept. 18, through Sunday, Sept. 25. As you do so, you may wish to reflect on what part of that Litany is particularly challenging for you. You may also want...
First Journal of Travel (by Saint Mother Theodore Guerin)
...to Heaven the sacrifice of all that we loved, and thought of those who were weeping for us. O my dear friends! O my Country! How much it costs to give you up! BRIEF PAUSE BLESSING Holy Origin, Creator God, In 1840, France sent us a woman who was determined to serve the underserved and to build a community of religious women who lived according to the Gospel message of love, mercy, and justice. Today, as we send our sisters,...
How to Meet with Congress
(Adapted from Friends Committee on National Legislation) Going on a lobby visit may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Know what to do before, during, and after your visit. Choose a topic: Your meeting will be most effective if you ask your member of Congress to support or oppose a single piece of legislation. Be clear about what you are asking, re. climate justice, Decide who’s going: You’re welcome to lobby alone, but most people find it easier...
With great gratitude for our sisters who further the mission of God’s Providence in Asia
...approximately in the middle of the island on the western coast of Taiwan. Through great leadership, the steady presence of the SPs, and continually responding to the needs of changing times, Providence University thrives today as a Catholic co-educational institution educating approximately 12,000 students. Under the guidance of the Gospel message of love, mercy and justice, Providence University is committed to the education of each student as a whole person. It strives to assist them in the development of lifelong...
Annmarie Portela: ‘With this decision, I am truly content’
Annmarie Portela (back row, center) with her family and companion, Sister Ellen Cunningham (left). Annmarie Portela and her husband, two daughters and their golden retriever live in St. John, Ind. Her companion was Sister Ellen Cunningham. 1.) Why did you want to become a Providence Associate? In addition to having a great fondness for the Sisters of Providence, the possibility of becoming a Providence Associate came at a most propitious time for me. I was searching (and continue to do...
Sister Betty Donoghue (formerly Sister Clare Patrice)
...for all of her work for justice!” From Sister Rosemary Nudd: “She is where death will be no more. May she continue to advocate for when the death penalty will be no more. Betty, rest in power!” From Sister Betty Hopf: “What a blessing it was to be with Betty when she died. She died very peacefully. We tried so hard to get her back to the Woods to die there…” Betty’s love for her family is evident from the...
Sister Marsha Speth
...human limitations, amazing works of love, mercy, and justice being done. – Sister Marsha Eventually the Congregation asked me to bring my gifts and skills, along with my limitations, to the ministry of Congregation leadership. Here, too, I have been challenged, stretched, and gifted in new ways. It has tested and taught me more than any other ministry. It is humbling to be among so many generous and talented women. It is awe inspiring to see, with all our individual...