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Volunteering can be addictive – cleaning statues in Providence Park
...SP, Virginia Cheij (intern from the White Violet Center), Nancy Payonk, SMWC alum ’81 (my sister-in-law), Janet Payonk, mother of a current SMWC student (another sister-in-law, but not an alum) Richard Payonk, husband of an alum (me!) and father of a current SMWC student (our daughter graduated in May!), Jill Webb and her daughter Jia (Jill used to work in Linden Leaf Gift Shop and her daughter is my former student — that’s how I managed to recruit them as...
Held in the palm of God’s hand
...a master’s degree in pastoral studies and Clinical Pastoral Experience. This benefited me greatly as I ministered among God’s family in my second career of 26 years in parish ministry. Parish ministry took me to Fort Wayne, Indiana; St. Louis, Missouri and Jasper, Indiana. Sister Betty Koressel, center and Sister Charles Van Hoy, right, enjoy a visit from the alpacas led by a White Violet Center for Eco-Justice intern. Every place I went, I enjoyed community life, praying, playing, cooking,...
Sister Mary Cecile Grojean
...trips, with Olive Garden’s eggplant parmesan a coveted specialty. She could always count on her friend Ruth to spark up the in-between days with peanut butter and salsa treats from the White Violet Farm Store. Long-term life in health care is difficult, but Mary Cecile was one to try to make things pleasant for those around her, especially sharing a laugh with her caregivers, who truly became her friends. Her band member, Sister Jackie Hoffman, mentioned to me that on...
Saint Mother Theodore: The real woman behind the image
Artwork by Casey Kellum I find this image of Mother Theodore very compelling. Because it hangs in my work space, I see it often. For me the image conveys an entirely different way to know Mother Theodore. This isn’t the iconic formal portrait of Mother Theodore. It is not the grey, grainy daguerreotype giving us the most accurate way she looked. It is not the free flowing Mother Theodore surrounded by tiny white violets. This isn’t the Mother Theodore the...
Sharing joy and togetherness: Providence Associate annual meeting 2019
...Terri Grasso and Providence Associate Diann Neu. Sisters and associates enjoy table discussion during Monday’s meeting. Intense table conversation. From left, Sister Deborah Campbell, Providence Associate Kim Knoblock and Sister Teresa Costello. Sister Terri Grasso volunteers in the White Violet Center gardens during the Providence Associate volunteer times Friday morning. Sisters and Associates social time can be family time for the Horans. Sister Tracey Horan and her dad, Providence Associate Joe Horan. Providence Associate Ursula Penrose listens at her table....
Father Ray: inspired by Sisters of Providence work for justice and care for those in need
...the sisters and their diverse ministries caring for all people and our environment. He is inspired by the Congregation’s focus on justice and providing care for those in need, and is particularly interested in the work of the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. “The sisters’ love of the Earth and sharing this love helps make a difference for our homes and communities,” he shared. Like many, he also loves the alpacas and the many visitors they bring to the Woods....
Spiritual companions in the Woods: Providence Associate candidate orientation 2019
...and talk. Candidate Ana Gonzalez with Sister Carol Nolan Former White Violet Center for Eco-Justice intern and now Providence Associate Candidate Liv Charlton and her sister companion make their way to visit the Farm Store. Candidate and Sister companion connect in the Woods Candidate David Hudgens and his sister companion Sister Ann Margaret O’Hara pray during the blessing Sister Marsha Speth and her candidate companion Mary Gemma get to know each other during a walk in the Woods. Providence Associate...
Sister Corbin Hannah professes final vows
“I knew that I felt called to a life of service.” Sister Corbin Hannah after the vow ceremony On September 14, 2009, Sister Corbin Hannah made real her calling was to be a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. She was attracted to the Sisters of Providence specifically through their ministry, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. And on Sunday, July 26, 2020, Sister Corbin fulfilled her call to Providence by professing final vows with the Congregation during a ceremony...
The many gifts of volunteering
...Saint Mother Theodore’s shrine and learned about White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. Every summer I looked forward to our visit to the Woods. The bonds created are irreplaceable. I was able to hear about how some of the sisters stood up for civil rights during the 1960s and marched with Dr. Martin Luther King. And, about how others have fought tirelessly for social justice and strive to be a voice for the voiceless. I learned that everything the sisters do is...
Sister Marilú Covani
...diocesan people and my family. Really, I am a happy religious, and very grateful to the ones who invited me and walked with me along these 28 years. ” Sister Marilú Covani (center, right) joins the table discussion with associates and Sister Diane Mason (left), during the summer annual meeting. Maintaining community while out on mission The sisters in California stay in touch with one another and with associates. “We do things together, we talk by phone. Sister Cathy White...
Sister Mary Jo Piccione honored by Diocese
...Stephen Damiani, a Public Health Physician, “Sister Mary Jo is aligned with Father Damien in her total immersion in her ministry at St. Mary’s Hospital as ‘Cultural Competency.’ She has a calming and comforting presence at that very crucial and vulnerable moment for the sick and dying.” Sister Mary Jo ministers as a Chaplain at Providence-Saint Mary’s Medical Center in Apple Valley, California. The Indianapolis native has ministered at the center for 10 years. In her reaction to receiving the...
Sister Frances Joan Baker
...and served as Director of Clothing. She visited prisoners as a Pastoral Care Volunteer at the Terre Haute Federal Prison. She was the face and voice of hospitality in Owens Phone Room and Providence Center. She continued her gift of teaching at the SPs Educational/Family Services, tutoring children who otherwise not have been able to afford such help. She volunteered to monitor the bluebird nesting houses. She nurtured African Violets and made crosses to give to visitors. Her most cherished...