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Spiritual Direction: The ‘Hearing Aid’ for God
...the subtle movements, the moments that get my attention or occasionally awe me or bring me to tears. Meeting with a spiritual companion every month of two helps me to pay better attention, to sharpen my hearing skills and to trust that, indeed, God is near. It’s a wonderful hearing “aid!” If you are interested in exploring spiritual direction, you might check out opportunities in your local area. Also, Providence Spirituality & Conference Center can connect to you to one...
Come out to the Fall Volunteer Open House
The Volunteer Services Department of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, will conduct an Open House from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., and 2-6 p.m., EDT, on Wednesday, Oct. 25, in the Foley Room of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center. The Open House is a great opportunity to learn about what volunteer opportunities we have to offer in a casual setting while enjoying some drinks and light snacks. Volunteer opportunities range from working in the organic White Violet Center for...
‘Be unafraid to follow in her footsteps’: a reflection on the Feast of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
...making plans to move their motherhouse to another diocese because the bishop here was absolutely threatening their vision of who the Sisters of Providence should be. Here is what she wrote: “We think that before taking the final step it would be more according to the spirit of God to renew again our petitions to his Lordship, the Bishop of Vincennes, without mention of the past.” In August, those of us gathered for the national assembly of the Leadership Conference...
‘We’re all grateful for your CONNECTION’
...Commitment We, too, can be a community of radical grace and acceptance. In fact, given the events of just this past week, I would daresay we must work together to become that community. The world needs us for this — to be the seeds, to be the sowers of a harvest of justice. We Sisters of Providence joined our voices with those of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in response to the situation in Gaza. We committed ourselves and...
Sister Dina Bato featured in Global Sisters Report
“More than anything, we wanted to make the story map’s flow easy to follow and lead users to the content that would serve them best,” — Sister Dina Bato Read more about the most recent discernment resource created by the National Religious Vocation Conference, an organization in which Sister Dina ministers, by clicking here....
Sisters, Providence Associates to conduct bake sale
The Providence Community and the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, are inviting all to come to their annual Providence Community Bake Sale scheduled for December 9. The event will take place from 12:30-4:30 p.m., EDT, on Saturday, Dec. 9, at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center. Find some of those extra special baked goods you crave as well as holiday favorites. All donations will support the life and mission of the Sisters of Providence. The bake sale coincides with...
Join the Sisters of Providence for Brunch with Santa!
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, are inviting families to join them on Sunday, Dec. 17, for Sunday Brunch with Santa! The brunch will begin at 10 a.m., and conclude at 2 p.m., EDT, in the O’Shaughnessy Dining Hall, located in Providence Spirituality & Conference Center at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Spread the Christmas cheer while enjoying a delectable spread for the whole family, catered by Aladdin’s Catering. Cost for the holiday brunch is $33 for adults, $25 for children...
This 2012 Christmas ‘wish list’ hasn’t changed
...Saint Mother Theodore Guerin I didn’t know my predecessor as the Sisters of Providence Media Relations Manager, Dave Cox. I had corresponded with him many times regarding emails he would send me while I was working at a newspaper, but I never formally met him. Dave Cox, media relations manager for the Sisters of Providence, Sister Marie Kevin Tighe and Phil McCord, facilities manager, speak after the press conference. Still, by all accounts, he appeared to be a wonderful person...
Sister Carolyn Glynn (formerly Sister John Michael)
...was the keynote speaker at a conference for more than 1,000 catechists entitled Church 2000 held in 1993 in Naperville, Illinois. About her presentation, she said she was offering those in attendance “an after dinner mint and an Irish coffee – with a bit of a nip in it!” Carolyn’s presentation that night included this paragraph and indicates just how much she yearned to influence religious educators. “You and I have a hunk of God. We are called by the...
Newsnotes from HOPE winter 2024
...volunteer coordinator to come up with a unique project that is perfect for you. Spring Volunteer Open House Join us and bring a friend from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2 p.m.- 6 p.m. EST., on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, in the Foley Room of Providence Spirituality and Conference Center. Enjoy light refreshments as you learn more about all of the ways you can make a difference. Contact Sarah at 812-535-2878 or volunteer@spsmw.org to learn more. Welcome new Providence Associates We...
Sister Laurette Bellamy
...the National Association of Schools of Music. “She always tried to help schools that were having difficulties passing the exam. Many teachers felt they should never leave their students and classrooms; she encouraged them to get out and attend conferences and workshops, refreshing their own professional lives. She practiced what she preached; both she and I attended musicology and theory events. This did more than I can say for my breadth of knowledge and confidence.” Sister Laurette Bellamy (left) and...
Come out to our Volunteer Open House
The Volunteer Services Department of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, will have an Open House on Wednesday, May 1, in the Foley Room of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center. Times are 11 a.m.-1 p.m., and 2-6 p.m., EDT. The Open House is a great opportunity to learn about what volunteer opportunities we offer in a casual setting while enjoying some drinks and light snacks. DePaul University students Sofia Zapian (from left), Sophia Damstra and Nancy Martinez in...