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Seven celebrate 70 years as Sisters of Providence
...in Indianapolis (1955-1956) and as Adult Education teacher in New Albany at Providence Self Sufficiency Ministries (1999-2002). She served in transportation at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (2002-2010). Sister devotes time now to a special prayer ministry at the motherhouse. Sister Michaela Galvin ministered at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in residential and health care services for 11 years, 2000 to 2011. Sister now devotes herself to a special prayer ministry at the motherhouse. Sister Francine McGriffin served in Indianapolis at St. Thomas Aquinas School (1950-1954);...
Sister Terese Marie Havlik
...their prayer life has been deepened and enriched. I try to develop in them an awareness of God’s presence and closeness in their lives.” She herself was a lifelong learner and had many pages of documentation in her file noting classes and workshops she had taken over the years in religious education, for professional growth, and for enrichment. She also attended cultural events and was a member of several professional organizations. Sister Rosemary Borntrager shared this memory, “Sisters Terese Marie...
Sister Edna Scheller
...school from Providence Juniorate in January 1950, Edna Mae immediately entered the Sisters of Providence as a postulant. She was received into the novitiate August 15 that same year. She pronounced her first and perpetual profession of vows on August 15, in 1952 and 1957, respectively. Edna earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and her master’s degree in education from Indiana University. She also held certification in elementary administration and supervision, all of which served her...
Outreach through liturgy: Sister Jeremy Gallet
...8. She has a bachelor’s degree in music education (from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College) and two master’s degrees, one in music education and one in theology and liturgy. She holds a doctorate in Liturgy and the Arts from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley. Throughout the years, she has put that degree to good use, serving as the diocesan director of liturgy in the Diocese of Corpus Christi, Texas, and in her current position. “This is a very interesting ministry. No...
The legacy of Providence lives on in our sisters in Taiwan
...in 1949 as a much smaller college. Today Providence University thrives as a Catholic co-educational institution educating approximately 12,000 students. Under the guidance of the mission of the Sisters of Providence, the university is committed to the education of each student as a whole person. Sister Celeste Tsai Sister Celeste Tsai, SP, has ministered at Providence University for more than 40 years. As library director she played a significant role in renovating and modernizing Luking Library, named after Mother Marie...
Reflections from our Golden Jubilees
...wasn’t sure why I felt called to this order, which was mostly a teaching order at the time. I knew I didn’t want to be a classroom teacher. As it turned out, in the 50 years, I taught in a classroom for only three-and-a-half years. However, I always was in education … instruction to nurses and doctors on nutrition; diets to hospital patients; RCIA input; classes to elementary students, etc. That is indeed the Providence of God working! I went...
Sending out a ‘Thank You’ in anticipation of School Principals’ Day!
...educational leadership; or that I had some excellent role models whom I could emulate. Suddenly, I found myself in a school where almost everyone and everything was new to me … and I knew I was ultimately responsible for the education and formation of nearly 1,100 young women who graced our halls every day and for the faculty who educated them. I will never forget the weight of the responsibility I felt that day. Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp (right) while she...
Providence Associate and former Sister of Providence Donna Watzke shares about her journey
...for the diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend. During these years, I was blessed with educational opportunities that supported the work I was doing. I earned an undergraduate degree from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and graduate degrees from Illinois University (education administration) and The Catholic University of America (psychiatric social work). I also received certification in formative spirituality under the mentorship of Father Adrian Van Kaam through Duquesne University. Each ministry and education experience widened my horizon. Each gave me an expanding...
Sister Dorothy Marie Ahern
...making her final vows here a year later. She earned bachelor’s degrees in English and in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, and a master’s degree in education from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio. Sister Dorothy Marie was known as an excellent teacher, but not many teachers wanted her as their principal, for she was reported to be very strict, especially on teachers. Sister Bernadette Mary relates the story that a teacher made an error in her...
Sister Marikay Duffy receives recognition for helping others in need
...be easy. “As the years went on, personnel changed, the apostolate evolved and the community grew beyond anyone’s expectations.” Sister Marikay Duffy In 1987, Sister Marikay helped found the Hispanic Education Center. She said the center provided many educational services, including afterschool programs, art and music courses, extended summer school programs, teenage academic formation guidance and early childhood education. English as a second language and computer programs, sewing classes and parenting skills classes were added for the adults. Bilingual Citizenship...
Former Sisters of Providence a gift to the Church and society
...father at her brother’s wedding Judy today, at right, volunteering at Providence Health Care at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods with Sister Loretta Picucci Educated to serve All three are grateful that the education and professional opportunities they received as Sisters of Providence have enabled them to continue serving in meaningful and life-giving roles. As a Sister of Providence, Donna was a teacher, principal, vicar of religious and director of pastoral planning. “During these years I was blessed with educational opportunities that supported...
Smile for the camera!
...Special Religious Education From Oak Brook we ventured into the Windy City’s Bridgeport/Hyde Park area where we visited with Sister Susanne Gallagher, SP, on mission with SPRED (Special Religious Education). Hers was officially the last picture Casey snapped before putting her project to rest. We received an unexpected bonus, too, when we crossed paths with Sister Terri Grasso, SP, who volunteers for SPRED one day a week. Sister Susanne Gallagher in the SPRED Chapel and Center. Sister Susanne can be...