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Social Justice: Answering the Call
...the road, which became known as Nuns on the Bus, would be a way to focus attention on the moral choices facing the country. The first tour was a success, drawing crowds of people, providing opportunities to meet with legislators and giving NETWORK the chance to stage events all over the Midwest. Yearly tours of Nuns on the Bus followed. Sister Emily TeKolste, SP Sister Emily TeKolste, SP, (center) and others at a Town Hall event in Cleveland. In 2016,...
Anne Thérèse Guérin: 20 Years of Sainthood
...Sculptures and statues of her stand at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods and in other Indiana locations, including Terre Haute, Fort Wayne, Jasper and Georgetown; Des Plaines, Illinois; Washington, D.C. and in Ruillé-sur-Loir, France. Artists from near and far have portrayed her in paintings, icons, stained glass, murals and other works that help tell her story to new generations. Her memory has also been honored through community events and educational efforts. Children created artwork in her honor through youth art contests. Books, plays,...
Living the Gospel: What’s Next
...their support for all people. Silence or inaction is not an option. There can no longer be any doubt about it. All people of goodwill are being called to do something. We partnered with Catholics in Communion to have public events during the Season of Faithful Witness. On Good Friday we prayed Crosses of Resistance from the Network Lobby for Catholic Social Justice in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. I invite you to consider what you can do and...
HOPE Summer 2026: Annual Report
...White Violet Center for Eco-Justice grew from a vision of organic farming into a thriving ministry. Through sustainable practices, education and community programs, it continues promoting eco-justice, environmental stewardship and the interconnectedness of all life. General Chapter: Explained The Sisters of Providence prepare for their General Chapter, a five-year gathering guiding their mission and leadership. Through prayer, reflection and elections, delegates discern future direction and choose leaders, strengthening their commitment to service, community and shared purpose. Obituaries Calendar of Events...
Oral History: Sister Teresa Costello
...to come to the Woods.” The spirit of faith consists in doing our actions for God, in his presence, to look upon all events of life as directed by God.” Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Beginning of Ministry Teresa Magdalene Costello became Sister Ellen Maureen. Although teaching was not her first choice as a profession, she had entered a religious order that taught. Teresa received her Bachelor of Science degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and her Master’s in Education...
Snackin’ with the Alpacas: All ages Summer Reading Program
June 24 at 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm EDT White Violet Farm Alpacas barn Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN 47876 Tara Elmore 812-535-2946 View Facilitator Website wvc@spsmw.org Free Children of all ages, along with their guardians, are invited to join White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (WVC) staffers and others this summer for the upcoming “Snackin’ with the Alpacas: All Ages Summer Reading Program.” Bring a sack lunch for a picnic near the alpacas while WVC Director of Outreach and Events Tara Elmore,...
WVC to host ‘Snackin’ with the Alpacas’ program
Children of all ages, along with their guardians, are invited to join White Violet Center for Eco-Justice (WVC) staffers and others this summer for the upcoming “Snackin’ with the Alpacas: All Ages Summer Reading Program.” The series will take place on Wednesday, June 24, Wednesday, July 29, and Wednesday, August 26. Times for the program are noon-1:30 p.m., EDT, each day. Bring a sack lunch for a picnic near the alpacas while WVC Director of Outreach and Events Tara Elmore,...
2026 Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Companion Award Winners
...and Mother Guerin High School and later Holy Cross. As a campus minister, ensuring that living the values of love, mercy and justice was the mission of all faculty, staff and students at the school. And as a Providence Associate where he serves as a Providence Associate Board member, attends Providence Associate Circle events in Chicago and at the Woods, and is often the author of the prayers and reflections for the Associates’ weekly newsletter. Thank you for teaching and...
Immigration Through Another’s Heart
...rich tradition of using music to document, educate, and share stories. Long before the written word, cultures utilized song and oral traditions to preserve collective memory, pass down cultural values, and record the triumphs and tragedies of their people. Many musical pieces explore historical events and important figures. “Music has a great power for bringing people together. With so many forces in this world acting to drive wedges between people, it’s important to preserve those things that help us experience...
Sisters to host virtual ‘Discernment Lounge’
...and hopes with sisters and other women who are discerning. Through prayer, conversation and reflection, the lounge will offer an opportunity to learn more about discernment, deepen one’s relationship with God and connect with a community of faith with no pressure or expectations. The lounge will offer an open space to listen to God’s voice while asking honest questions through the journey. There is no cost to attend the virtual events. Register online or by calling 361-500-9505 or emailing jluna@spsmw.org....
Virtual opportunities a silver lining to a pandemic
...See events, a semiannual weekend get-together of women discerning a religious vocation, to a virtual gathering, Sister Joni has also created additional opportunities for women. “Our new membership team has been very busy hosting various Zoom events for women between the ages of 18-42 who want to connect with us. Together we’ve attended an online virtual retreat for Advent, a discussion about human trafficking offered by a group to which Sister Barbara Sheehan belongs and a presentation by Sister Tracey...
The Philosophy of Fair Trade
...challenge facing the world” with poverty and economic justice following at 44 percent. However, with fair trade, everyone benefits. If you regularly shop at grocery stores, check out the produce aisles by looking for the fair trade label on items such as avocados, bananas, chocolate/cocoa, coffee, and tea. Fair trade is not limited to agricultural products. You should think about fair trade every time you shop. “Visibility of Fairtrade products has increased since 2021 for nearly all major product categories...