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The call of Providence
...Still another said she had built a wall around herself regarding religion. But she felt a huge pull to something, so she was opening a window to her heart. Being open One candidate said she is at a point in her life where she wants to learn more about faith and was invited to the associate relationship at the right time. Another said this is her next step. She told God she would say yes to what opportunity presented itself....
Sisters of Providence teachers pass on a legacy of caring
...helped prepare their sons Trent and Collin for first communion. The family currently attends Holy Name Parish in Indianapolis. As Trent and Collin grew older, Brian remembered his student days at Nativity and with the Sisters of Providence and taught his sons based off the Sisters of Providence teachings. “They encouraged everyone with their faith in God,” Brian said. “That was a big thing: The way they shared their faith. “They helped me to be a better person and see...
Grandma’s rituals: Holy Week & Easter 2013
Photo credit: Flickr user londonne. I approach the assignment of writing a reflection for Easter with more than a little trepidation. The resurrection of Jesus is the key mystery of our faith; it is the lynchpin from which all other teachings and living of our Catholic faith derive. I am no theologian; I am simply a person who, like most believers, wrestles with the meaning of Jesus’ rising from the dead. Perhaps because we have recently lost several of our...
Ask a Sister: Spiritual help 5 cents
...this was the extent of our “visit” and they left for the next exhibit or presentation. Seeking spiritual advice Sister Marilyn offers spiritual help. But many others had questions. They asked about how they would know if God was calling them? Or what it was that God really wanted them to do with their lives? There were a few who asked what to do to strengthen their faith. Others asked for prayers for someone who had lost their faith in...
Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
...Jesus. That’s not all though. What about the faith of these people? They trusted that Jesus would heal their friend. Perhaps it’s time for us to evaluate where we stand in our faith journey. Action Remember this week those you know who are ill or with disabilities. How can you help the family or friend in their time of need and recuperation? And then, consider your faith and how the prayers you offer for them will aid in their healing....
HOPE fall 2018 — Growing into our future where I am
Download HOPE Download HOPE fall 2018 As seen in HOPE Sister Tracey Horan and Faith in Indiana: working for justice “I believe people of faith are being called to take the lead and imagine how we can be together — how we can offer alternatives to hate and division.” Photos: Sisters excursions from HOME Our elder sisters are right at HOME (helping ourselves meaningfully engage) on these fun field trips away from the Woods. Enjoy the photos at the park,...
Steadfast in her calling: Sister Mary Ann DeFazio
...collection is just one tool she uses to educate families and children in her faith formation ministry in the fourth largest parish in Indiana. 2,500 families, comprised of an estimated 6,300 individuals, including a large population of French-speaking immigrants from African nations, make up the parish community. St. Christopher’s gives Sister Mary Ann a variety of opportunities for trying new projects and creating community. Vacation Bible School, Kids Night Out, CCD (which, at St. Chris, stands for “Continuing Catholic Development”),...
Why do I love Saint Mother Theodore?
...my daily life. In fact, Saint Mother Theodore’s words are much more than “quote of the day” to me. They become a way of her being present in my life and accompanying me through each day’s journey. This practice of letting Mother Theodore’s words inspire my actions each day strengthens my faith. It simply progresses by trust, trust that she (Mother Theodore) would speak to my heart in a timely fashion — that’s faith. If I trust, I will always...
Our Providence Community 2025-26 Laudato Si Action Platform Plan
...common home and promote the dignity and participation of all peoples, especially the most vulnerable. To prepare for mid-term elections, research candidates’ positions on climate justice policies using resources such as LCV, LWV, Sierra Club, Vote Climate U.S. PAC, Climate Hawks Vote, NETWORK, Faith in Place, and Interfaith Power & Light. Encourage family, friends and community members to support climate-friendly candidates at all levels. Research and share resources that track candidates’ voting records on climate change, democracy, environmental spending energy,...
Oral history: Sister Marian Brady the scholar
...Theodore Guerin, Sister Marian broke barriers and set a course forward. Meet Sister Marian A younger Sister Marian Brady My interview with Sister Marian in June revealed an intelligent, humble, engaging woman with a delightful sense of humor — a soul who had only kind words for whatever we discussed. Her faith shone throughout the interview as an encompassing part of her entire life. Born into a devout Catholic family, Sister Marian has two siblings living and one deceased. Her...
Filled with the life of our dear Mother Theodore
It has been months of waiting patiently for the beautifully curved BUT bare walls of the new shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin to be filled with the life of our dear Mother Theodore. Then in a matter of days, the whole place was bursting with the spirit of our amazing saint. Stunningly colorful panels, chronicling the story of her faith-filled life, offer a glimpse of what holiness might look like in pioneer Indiana. Mother Theodore’s writing desk was placed...
Leadership Team shares LCWR statement on immigration
...of our faith and threatens the values of our nation. We care called by our faith to welcome the stranger and care for the most vulnerable and we are challenged by our national values to promote the welfare of our children and tend the common good. If we want our communities to thrive, all families in those communities must have access to the care and services they need and to which they are entitled. The Trump administration’s proposed changes to...