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Sister Emily TeKolste’s renewal of Vows
...year on June 30. Sister Emily gave a wonderful reflection on social justice and what that means to sisters, and all people, who wish to live out the Gospel message today. A beautiful celebration flag blows in the wind during the ceremony. Kim and Jeannie TeKolste, Emily’s parents, were able to attend. Sister Dawn Tomaszewski welcomes everyone. From left, Sisters Paula Damiano, Emily TeKolste, Lisa Stallings and Dawn Tomaszewski who leads the group in prayer. Sister Tracey Horan signs and...
Sister Claire Hanson
Favorite form of prayer: Centering prayer Favorite movie: Les Mis Favorite hobby: Reading or knitting Least favorite food: Eggs Favorite course in school: Geography, I loved learning about far-away places. Favorite saint: Francis of Assisi Favorite TV program: Midwives Favorite quote: “Love the children, then teach them.” Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Sister Claire Hanson is happy living out the Sisters of Providence mission of love mercy and justice in service among God’s people. “I spent 40 years as an early...
Providence Associates’ Commitment and Renewal Liturgy reflection
...all – never in the providential, prodigal love of God for us: What else can we expect? We can expect that our good works, our works of love and mercy and justice will abide. …they will last, remain. What a great promise! When we love, act justly, respond in mercy – it matters; it makes a difference; it bears a fruit that will endure. I don’t know about you but I find that promise encouraging, reassuring, motivating…because love, mercy and...
Statement concerning recent changes in U.S. Immigration Policy
...are DACA recipients. As members of congregations of Catholic Sisters in Indiana, we stand in solidarity with all these, our sisters and brothers in Christ. We call for an end to injustice. We know that many others stand with us for decency and respect for others instead of the cruel injustice that robs many of respect, their families, and even their lives. Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, Evansville Monastery Immaculate Conception, Sisters of St. Benedict, Ferdinand Our...
Two sisters profess first, perpetual vows
...mother made for her. Sister Su-Hsin currently ministers as a member of the Pastoral Care Team at Providence Health Care. She began carving out her path to perpetual vows in 2002. While in her native Taiwan – Sister Su-Hsin saw an advertisement regarding a “Come and See” weekend with the Sisters of Providence. “I was attracted to the Sisters expression of, ‘God is love, mercy and justice,’” Sister Su-Hsin said. “I saw love, mercy and justice. That was the life...
Sisters take part in monument unveiling
...together for peace. Let us be attentive to the cries of the poor, the disenfranchised, the lonely, the abandoned. May we treat all with respect, fairness and love. May compassion guide us to see all as sons and daughters of the Divine. And may this community be known for its justice and care for every person. “And so, we bless this statue of Mr. Douglass … an example to us of how to live a life of love, mercy and...
Providence is profound
...the Providence of God to me, a dynamic and intrinsic relationship. God’s presence is within me and within all creation. Paying attention, being present to creation and to others is reflecting God’s presence. Providence is also a profound interdependence with God and God’s trust in me and my trust in God. As best I can, I share my experiences of God’s Providence through practicing acts of love, mercy and justice. These acts initiate from compassion. We do, we act, we...
Sisters honor Jane Fischer with Sarah and Joseph Thralls award
...Mother Theodore in Jasper, there was also a wonderful dinner afterward.” Sister Dawn continued saying Jane works so well with others, truly one of her greatest gifts. “Jane is a tremendous connector of people,” Sister Dawn said. “She has a heart for justice and has put her considerable creativity and can-do spirit to work as part of the JUSTus podcast team. Together, they are spreading the word about systemic racism, implicit bias, homelessness, immigration, Fair Trade, Land Justice and the...
‘Journals and Letters’ of Saint Mother Theodore gets digital treatment
...someone in modern times becomes a saint, I grew to admire and deeply appreciate the work of Mother Theodore. I personally felt inspired when I learned about her courage and her tireless efforts to make this world a fairer and more just place. “Her sense of social justice coupled with her great sense of humor makes her writings seem timeless and is truly relevant to today.” Currently, the e-book is available in Amazon’s Kindle store, the iBooks store and other...
HOPE Winter 2024 — Breaking Boundaries
...into community: Postulant Stephanie Rivas In September, Stephanie Rivas became the newest woman to join Sisters of Providence. Being a risk taker and breaking boundaries is not new to Stephanie. Breaking boundaries as Providence people Humility calls us to embrace the entire human community without exception. Everyone deserves to be loved and respected. We are all siblings one to the other. The Sisters of Providence: A history of justice “The work of Justice, of promoting systemic change that protects planet...
Historical museum exhibit features sisters, college
...many ways the sisters have impacted the area,” Andrews added. “I hope the map makes visitors to the museum realize the role they have played in education, social justice, health care and spirituality through the years.” The museum is located at 1411 S. 6th St., Terre Haute. Official hours are 1 to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. In addition, the museum will be closed through the month of January. About the Sisters of Providence The Sisters of Providence, a congregation...
Foundation Day and our French connection
...as laborers into the harvest; to sow peace…and love, mercy, justice; to be sharers of education and of care for the sick poor; to be witnesses to the power of God’s Providence. Today I would invite us to celebrate another piece of our story — the foundation on which our foundation is based. Today let us remember the faithfulness to the call of the Gospel by the Sisters of Providence of Ruillé-sur-Loir, France. It was their response to the Bishop...