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Nature is a powerful healing source
...that is dead and dormant, while in the back of my mind summoning the patience that will get me through until spring arrives with all of its excitement. I am reflecting on the events of the year that just passed. I am reflecting on my life. I am reflecting on my time working in the garden at the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. After working 16 years as an environmental consultant Josh Price worked a summer in the White Violet...
Sister Margaret Kelly (formerly Sister Bernard Maureen)
...keep the family close and supportive to each other. Margaret had a big role in all of this, keeping the boys in line and helping her mom and dad as best she could. They all attended Our Lady of Sorrows School but they also attended the novenas and the sodalities and all the rest of the events of the parish. After Sorrows, Margaret attended Providence High School and then she worked some time before entering the Sisters of Providence on...
Women marching as a sign of hope
...God that leads us to think no less of somebody because they are from a different place or culture, because they believe something different to you, or because of their work or employment situation.” The Women’s March on Washington and similar events seek to create spaces where all are welcomed to stand in solidarity with people on the margins of our society. Though planned by women and speaking out for women, many involved in this movement hope to encourage participation...
Prayerful reflections from the Gathering in Solidarity event
...means in this moment. Thank you for “praying with your feet,” for using your presence as a witness for those who you hold dear. Take a look around … Each of you is here – Sisters of Providence, students of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, local residents, parents, children, sisters, brothers … because you believe in the dignity that you see in those around you.” Referencing that this gathering coincides with the event in Washington, D.C., and other sister events around the...
Blessed and encouraged to act justly, love tenderly
...choir loft. Sister Rita Clare Gerardot (right) expresses her view to a reporter during a demonstration at the Federal Building in Terre Haute, Ind. She was often seen at the piano when social events in the community included entertainment. Mom loved tenderly and walked humbly. Raising a family of 10 during the depression years was no easy task and was accomplished because my dad was not only a farmer but also an employee at the lnternational Harvester Co. in Ft. Wayne. When my dad...
Restlessness led to liberation as a woman religious
...negative energy and turns that on me because I am a “professional Catholic?” During my early years in our formation process (nun training), I had to practice responding not reacting. Take a few deep breaths and ask for clarification. Begin a dialogue, not a monologue. Find some level of commonality and move from that point. Bring some sense of hope to situations that seem insurmountable. Sometimes these moments flow easily, sometimes not. Either way, the days’ events and encounters go...
Sister Editha Ben
...as the new membership director for the Sisters of Providence in the United States. In this ministry she walks with and offers guidance to women who are prayerfully considering life as a Sister of Providence. She attends events and promotes the Congregation, sharing the mission of love, mercy and justice with others. “One of the blessings I get in this ministry is meeting women who genuinely love God and want to discern how they can respond to God’s call to...
Meet a sister. Be inspired. National Catholic Sisters Week invite
...during this week. Meet very real and down-to-Earth women who have lived their lives dedicated to others, to service and prayer and to God. Learn about their work that helps make life a little easier and more hopeful for people all around the globe. Thanks to a grant from the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, the Sisters of Providence are offering opportunities to share themselves with others during the week and beyond. Events planned include: Supper with the Sisters at Mother...
‘In the Footsteps of a Saint’
...number of sisters who taught there from 1842-1937. Sister Margaret Norris taught at the school for 33 years, while Sister Ann Clementine Lee (RIP) taught there for 32 years. In addition, Sister Winifred Mary Sullivan taught at the school for 25 years. The school has since closed and the last academic year a Sister of Providence ministered there was 2001-02. However, Sister Carolyn Bouchard ministers as the director of Healing at the church. Many events will take place during the...
HOPE summer 2017 — I’ll meet you in the field
...Mary-of-the-Woods College and Sisters of Providence seek more collaboration Trustee Alice Shelton said the retreat was very important. “The public tends to view Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and the Sisters of Providence as being very close together.” Survey, legacy fund, phonathon and more! News from the Mission Advancement office Thank you so much for your sharing. It is such a blessing to learn about your connections to our mission and to read your stories. Newsnotes Obituaries Providence Associate obituaries Upcoming events...
Connecting Link celebrating 20 years
...furniture, clothing or basic services. The ministry provides information and referrals to and from other not-for-profit organizations, and advocacy within the community to address needs related to social services. During the open house, gift bags that highlight ministry partners, including Providence Food Pantry, The Helping Hands and Providence Housing Corporation, will be handed out. In addition, a newsletter will be offered highlighting events during The Connecting Link’s 20 years of service, and a slideshow will run offering press clippings and...
Unity and difference: blessings of engagement for local church members and the Sisters of Providence
...the service. “Taizé has been so meaningful. It has solidified the desire of many to be in relationship with the sisters,” Karen said. Providence Associates, Pastor Rebecca Zelenski and parishioner Will Hine of Central Christian, lead spiritual programs at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Some sisters attend Central Christian services and events on occasion. Sisters were asked to participate in the church’s 175th anniversary celebration last summer, and then-General Superior Sister Denise Wilkinson spoke at the dinner. Karen says she has heard sisters...