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Loving, listening and governance
...as “sisters,” as members of a Congregation who live “in community.” Called a “Big Picture” conversation because of its importance and potential impact, this exchange confirmed in us our profound gratitude for and acceptance of each other. It also affirmed our desire to strengthen our connections with one another in new and significant ways. We do not want to lose our presence to each other nor our sense of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods as home. Although we have decidedly seen community in...
Sister Margaret Kern
...her vision, but also her courage in making the hard choices necessary to be able to provide for our retired sisters through the creation of our Sisters of Providence Community Trust Fund, which has changed the face of our lived experience as a Community for several decades. Over the years, I watched Sister Margaret work tirelessly for the sake of the mission, always aware of what would be best for the common good of the Community. She lived out what...
Gracious, spacious and precious: Lent 2012
...I felt as if the saint became more real to me so I felt more connected to my mom and second his insight gave me an idea for this Lenten reflection. Here’s what I read: “As God is compassionate toward you in a threefold way, so ought you to show compassion toward others in three ways. God’s compassion is gracious, spacious, and precious.” (Saint Anthony of Padua) The connection to Lent? The three fundamental Lenten practices annually recommended to us...
New Providence Associate candidates share what brought them here
...women been all my life?’” Providence Associate Candidate Sarian Bouma and her sister companion Sister Marie McCarthy walk and talk during orientation. “It’s a great comfort being with people who love and value what I love and value. It seems to me the Sisters of Providence stand at the deep intersection between spirituality and social justice.” “A friend told me ‘You are looking for the feminine face of God, and you’ve caught a glimpse of it in the Sisters of...
New energy, focus for justice
...a Candidate Providence Associate, local justice advocate and member of the Justice Coordinating Commission, reflects on this process: “Though I have long been influenced by the justice work of the Sisters of Providence and have worked in collaboration with the sisters on justice issues, I am new to the discernment process that happens within the community. I was struck by the compassionate and open way in which my thoughts were welcomed and in which community members listened to each other....
‘We’re All in This Together: Eat, Shop, Support Local’
...to action to all members of our community. General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski chatting with a guest during the 2024 Earth Day Festival at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. A place to come together for support, for education, for camaraderie. For those working toward sustainability and protecting our Earth, it is a chance to be together and acknowledge the work we are all doing in one way or another to create a better world for future generations. In that same spirit, we have...
Sister Ann Sullivan
...strong commitment to preserve and strengthen the natural environment. With a background in farming where crops were grown organically, the desire for a cleaner, healthier environment was appealing to Sister Ann. After conversations with her General Superior, housemate and cousin, Sister Nancy Nolan, she prepared “a little, one-page proposal that went to one of the Chapter’s committees,” suggesting ideas for the Congregation to implement as it strengthened its commitment to a healthier environment. An eco-justice committee was established, a plan...
O Antiphon – O flower of Jesse come deliver us
...antiphons trace a chronological path through Israel’s history of people and events that led to the coming of the Messiah who brought salvation for the people. The illustrations add visuals for reflection and contemplative insights into the meaning of the antiphons and enhance their beauty. We invite you to reflect on an O Antiphon each day leading to Christmas. One word dominated this ancient prayer – Come!!! For what need or desire do you most eagerly pray, “Come, Lord Jesus?”...
Sister Jeanne Knoerle, former college president and Terre Haute community partner, dies Monday
...on her belief in the God of Providence; that belief impelled her to love God’s people and the entire cosmos created by God. Sister Jeanne loved the Congregation of the Sisters of Providence and most certainly loved Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. She worked enthusiastically for the good of both Congregation and College,” Sister Denise added. “Sister Jeanne’s passing is a profound loss, not only for the entire college community but also in the Wabash Valley community where she was highly respected,”...
Chicago street renamed in honor of the late Sister Patty Fillenwarth
...Providence Family Services was an anchor in the community, serving all who came. The center operated on small fees for services, grants, appeals to its large donor base and the annual rummage sale. It had a 14-member Advisory Board with most members from the local community. In its 24-year history, Providence Family Services served almost 10,000 people. Everyone knew they could come to Providence Family Services and find a warm and welcoming environment. Everyone knew they could trust the staff...
Meet us at the Terre Haute Farmers Market!
...vendors on a regular basis and has consciously morphed into a community event. Not only can you find “growers, bakers and makers” as John-Michael Elmore, Farm Manager of the WVC likes to say, but it offers live-music, special themed weekends and activities for children. Best of all, you are supporting local, small businesses that are finding their footing in the community. A ‘Keystone’ Vendor John-Michael shared WVC was a keystone vendor of the Terre Haute Farmers Market. When the market established its...
Forgiveness and reconciliation
...forcefully known. On hearing this description of her grandmother, Audrey said: “Grandma wouldn’t do that! Grandma is like God, slow to anger!” We could add the rest of the quote from Psalm 145: “rich in mercy and compassion.” Audrey’s words echo in me often as I listen and ponder the opposite sides of community, national and international issues. The God we seek and the God who persistently seeks us IS “slow to anger, rich in mercy and compassion.” The forgiving...