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A reflection on the 2021 Providence Associate Commitment and Renewal
...of each person’s gifts. The hallmark of a strong community is when the people in that community feel like they belong. Today, we Sisters of Providence and Providence Associates profess together that we belong to Providence, that Providence that has always been at work in our lives, that Providence that so far has never failed us. May we go forth in confidence as an EVER WIDER WE. WE ARE THE BODY OF CHRIST. And the world needs us for this....
Good Shepherd Chapel formally blessed
...the community cemetery. Sister Ann led the prayers at the dedication and committal service. Sister Rosemary Schmalz (left) and Sister Connie Kramer providing the blessing of the Providence Community Cemetery on Sunday, August 30, 2020. During the service for Michael Tindera, his wife Sol Angel and daughter Elizabeth spoke of Michael and his absolute insistence that everything you do should be done well. “He was the best father anyone could ever have and I miss him every day,” said Elizabeth....
Sending out a ‘Thank You’ in anticipation of School Principals’ Day!
...minister to”). Yes, this is the role of a principal: To be the person who ministers to those around him/her. And that ministry takes many forms. There are the usual educational and community-building ministries: Finding the most effective yet caring way of helping a teacher who struggled with a lesson; consulting with other members of the administrative team about students at risk; cheering on the various sports and academic teams; celebrating the academic achievements and accomplishments of students and faculty...
Food pantry volunteers celebrated
“You are the representatives of Christ within their midst. You are the Providence of God.” That’s how General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski, SP, greeted the more than 30 volunteers who attended the Providence Food Pantry Volunteer celebration luncheon on Friday, October 17, in the Community Room of Providence Hall. General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski chats with Providence Food Pantry volunteers Terry and Kay Jatczak. The volunteers were treated to a luncheon and also learned how their impact on the food...
Sister Maureen Abbott
...our community’s history, knowing how smart, how capable she was to take on such a task. And, to be honest, to write about such a tumultuous time in the history of the world, the church and in religious life would be quite the challenge. Maureen’s reply was humble and gracious … ‘if this is what the community is asking of me. I’ll try my best.’ And, for those who have read volume IV we know she did indeed give her...
Am I doing enough about racial injustice?
...the Sisters of Providence. It was the early 2000s, and at the time the sisters had an anti-racism team that offered training to all their sisters, staff members and many others in the community. I remember my presentation was by a sister, a police officer and some other community members. The sisters had teamed up with the local police to share their message and training with them and alongside them. Something powerful and needed. Perhaps even ahead of its time....
Sister Mary Patricia Peacock (formerly Sister Alice Elizabeth)
(Jesus said) “I have come that they may have life and have it in abundance.” John 10:10 We gather today to celebrate the abundant life of Sister Mary Pat Peacock. Fullness of life — this is what Sister Mary Pat sought; this is what she embraced — in the life of her family, in the life of her Sisters of Providence community, in the life of the Church, said Sister Carol Meyers in her commentary for Sister Mary Patricia Peacock...
Sisters of Providence celebrate Jubilees
...Dominican University, River Forest, Ill. Her ministries include: Indianapolis: Teacher, St. Catherine (1971-72), Indianapolis: Teacher, St. Philip Neri (1972-77), Indianapolis: Medical Librarian, Community Hospital (1978-85), Indianapolis: Library Coordinator, Community Hospital (1985-86), Indianapolis: Staff Librarian/Research Analyst, Community Hospital Library and Hand Surgery Association of Indiana (1986-88), Indianapolis: Reference Librarian, Community Hospital (1988-93), Ontario, Canada: Holistic Personal Growth Program (1996), Indianapolis: Medical Information Assistant, Crossroads Rehabilitation Center (1997-98), Indianapolis: Instructional Assistant-Computers, Holy Spirit (1998-2002), Indianapolis: Librarian, Holy Angels School (2002-06), Saint Mary-of-the-Woods:...
Sister Claire Hanson
...need special care to stay in their homes longer. Among those she’s helped is her uncle, shown here. “I am very happy with my life and my SP community. It is daily prayer, either alone or with my local community, along with God’s grace that has sustained me these 48 years. This life has given me the freedom to discover and nurture my own gifts in a supportive environment.” She offers the following thoughts to the current generation of potential...
Sister Bernice Kuper (formerly Sister Ann Bernice)
...a note to Bernice from one of our sisters. To close, I’d like to quote a portion of that note: “Throughout my community life you have been a mentor and such a life force for good. I hope you know how much you are loved and appreciated by me and this community and by your loving God!” Thank you, Bernice, for saying yes again and again, for being an instrument of God’s unfailing Providence again and again, Sister Denise concluded....
It’s National CSA Day!
It’s National CSA Day! Sisters of Providence Community Supported Agriculture members enjoy organic vegetables like these watermelon radishes grown at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Thoughts of watermelon radishes, red-Russian kale, garlic scapes, rainbow Swiss chard, and collard greens are welcomed on this Friday in February. I can almost taste them now. If you live in the Terre Haute area, hopefully you’ll take a moment to explore one of the opportunities the Sisters of Providence have for fresh, organic vegetables — it’s their...
The Helping Hands thrift store: making a difference a quarter at a time
...Terre Haute, Indiana” or The Helping Hands Facebook page for the most updated information. So they started talking about the need for a used clothing store in the community. They got together, called on help from local churches and other willing volunteers, and made the dream a reality. The housewares section at The Helping Hands carefully set up with Easter items. In July 2003, they opened The Helping Hands thrift store next to the IGA in West Terre Haute. They...