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Bonded with the Sisters of Providence as a Providence Associate
...“Provident God, in the confusion of the many possibilities presented to us by world events, by nature itself, and rising out of our own person, lead us to a place of quiet prayer so that we can recognize your Spirit moving in our midst and discern how we are being called to witness to your active presence and care.” “Provident God, as the world’s needs evolve around us … let us be both observant and flexible to the needs of...
Providence Teen Ministry volunteers
Teens throughout the Wabash Valley flocked to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods during the first of June to volunteer with the Sisters of Providence. During their time here, the teens had an opportunity to interact with the sisters as well as those residing in Providence Health Care. They took part in events like Bingo, exercise, baking, singing, conversations and more. Providence Teen Ministry (PTM) volunteers Providence Teen Ministry (PTM) volunteers Providence Teen Ministry (PTM) volunteers...
HOPE fall 2018 — Growing into our future where I am
...Harve will find himself among a myriad of kindred spirits who, like him, support and work to make the mission of the Congregation come alive. Putting a face on the Foley Legacy Fund The Foley Legacy Fund is making a difference for people in need and for the future of the Sisters of Providence. The following stories are just a few examples of how through the Foley Legacy Fund you have helped the sisters help others. Newsnotes Obituaries Upcoming events...
Celebrating the Feast of Saint Francis
...the Canticle, in which he referred to the sun, wind, air, and fire as his brothers, and to the moon, stars, earth, water, and death as his sisters. I can’t help but wonder: What if every one of us who inhabit Earth had the same reverence for creation that Francis exhibited? Would the climate change issues be so critical? Would catastrophic weather events be so prevalent? Would our oceans be rife with plastic? I think Saint Francis would be right...
Writing a Manifesto
Sister Ellen Cunningham Note: This blog was co-written by Sisters Rosemary Nudd and Ellen Cunningham. Manifesto: From the Latin “manifestus,” “clear or conspicuous.” A written statement which makes the goals of certain persons or groups easy to understand, delineates and describes conditions in need of change, and makes recommendations to put change into action. When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another … (“The...
Seeking, struggle leads to gift of fulfillment, community
...of my Soul, I acknowledge your presence deep within me. Enlighten, guide, strengthen and console me. I promise to be faithful in all that happens to me, only show me the way.” Another by Saint Mother Theodore says, “The Spirit of faith consists in doing all of my actions for God, in God’s presence, to look upon all events of life as directed by God.” My own: I surrender; your will be done in me. Truth, virtue and goodness will...
Advent 2018: So many possibilities in the waiting
...deal with it. That’s the upside. The downside is that waiting can be such a mixed bag of eager anticipation, worry, patience, impatience, indifference, puzzlement, annoyance, hard work, surprises of all kinds. Still, we’re used to waiting. That’s why the days of Advent, the Church’s season of waiting, holds so many possibilities for us. During the liturgies of Advent, the Scriptures will recall events before the birth of Jesus. Once again, we’ll hear the familiar and oddly comforting stories of...
Sisters of Providence celebrate Senior Jubilees
...in elementary education from Indiana University. Her ministries include: Indianapolis: Teacher, St. Ann (1962-64), Chicago: Teacher, St. Genevieve (1964-67), Jasper, Indiana: Teacher, St. Joseph (1967-74), Indianapolis: Teacher, Holy Spirit (1974-81), Chicago: Tutor, Maternity BVM (1981-82), Forest Park, Illinois: Social Service Worker, Center for Human Services (1982-84), Chicago: Coordinator of Parenting Events, Archdiocese Office for Family Ministries (1984-87), Fort Wayne, Indiana: Residential Superintendent, Riverview Care Center (1987-89), Fort Wayne: Consultant, Sears Telecatalog (1989-93), Huntington, Indiana: Adult Literacy Consultant, Idea Center (1993-94),...
O Antiphon – O Leader come to set us free
...of the One who is to come weave together in the O Antiphons to form a biblical account of how Israel awaited the promised Messiah. Their hope-filled longing came to realization in salvation through Jesus the Christ. The 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...
O Antiphon – O flower of Jesse come deliver us
...the closing days of Advent, Dec. 17 to Dec. 23. Many of the most significant titles of the One who is to come weave together in the O Antiphons to form a biblical account of how Israel awaited the promised Messiah. Their hope-filled longing came to realization in salvation through Jesus the Christ. The 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....
O Antiphon – O Key of David come free us
...salvation through Jesus the Christ. The 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...
O Antiphon – O Dayspring come shine on 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?”...