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Sister Tracey decides to “roll and trust the gravity of grace” as an SP novice
...my head, I laughed to myself thinking how this position at the top of the hill was so similar to embarking on the canonical novitiate. I could sit and think of all the things that might be difficult or go wrong – and miss out on a great ride – OR I could just roll and trust that the gravity of grace knows what it’s doing. In case you didn’t guess, I rolled down the hill. And it was fantastic....
Sister Amata Dugan
...belting out ‘Hello Dolly,’ or one of her favorite Irish tunes.” And mentioning Irish, Amata was an avid Notre Dame fan. Once while being interviewed by a Tribune-Star reporter, she mentioned her love for the Fighting Irish, and told him, “In fact, if any of those big wigs you know have any extra tickets …” Amata seemed happiest when serving and caring for others and making people feel happy and included. Those of us here at the Woods observed this...
Sisters of Providence “employ” special education students
...their peers, teachers and administrators — among the fancy table linens, graduation cakes and 2016 decorations. Student speakers Dustin giving the Moment of Thanks before the meal. Then the cool stuff started happening. Dustin presented the “Moment of Thanks” before the meal. He walked up to the podium and slowly said the words I bet he had practiced and practiced in anticipation of that day. He did a great job. Throughout the banquet there were student speakers who were introduced...
A tangible reminder of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
Sister Rosemary Borntrager stands near the display of Saint Mother Theodore mementos. This May, I have now been at Linden Leaf Gifts for one year, three afternoons each week for six hours each. I have done many different things in my life, but never before have I been in ministry in a retail store. It has been a totally new learning experience. I remember the ribbon-cutting day when Linden Leaf Gifts was dedicated. I looked in and saw fancy scarves...
An unpublished note from Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
...France and ended up traveling to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in 1854 to join her aunt in mission? How cool is that! You can read about Sister Mary Theodore here.) I love the teasing nature the letter reveals and the fun of a childhood memory. What do you like about it? Enjoy! St. Mary of the Woods November 8, 1855 Sister Francis Regis, A thousand greetings to our Sisters! Good day to you, my good Aunt “Fanchon.” You do not yet know...
A “letter” to you from Saint Mother Theodore
...nature but by grace — the feelings of the heart, I say for the temporal but more especially for the eternal happiness of her child — you would understand what I feel for you.” “Confidence in God, peace in His arms, no fretting, no fantastiques, and you will find happiness.” “Oh if you would only love Our Lord, very soon all your fears would vanish and give place to unbounded confidence.” “You know that I love you much.” Mother T....
Benny brings smiles to residents of Providence Health Care
They wait impatiently for their turn. As he makes his way to each of his many fans one thing is clear. He makes them feel special. Benny the dog is one of the most popular volunteers at Providence Health Care. Who is this lothario that has captured the heart of so many? It’s not the latest Hollywood heartthrob but one of the most popular volunteers at the Sisters of Providence. And he’s not even human. Benny (aka Benny the dog)...
Sister Ann Kevin O’Connor
...she always wanted to be impeccable. One has only to look at her photo from the recent 90s party (scarcely three weeks before her death) where, at age 91, seated in her wheelchair, she has on an attractive black dress, a lacey white sweater over it and a double-strand necklace of white beads setting it all off. Ann Kevin had several passions: Clothing catalogues was one, Fannie Mae Turtle Candies or any kind of chocolate another, and for sure all...
Confidence in God … no fretting…
Confidence in God … no fretting nor fantastiques, and you will find happiness....
Cubs win! Sisters react to Chicago Cubs’ World Series victory
...League in 1876 – then known as the Chicago White Stockings. Since then, the franchise has won three World Series titles. The first came in 1907, with the second in 1908. The third came to fruition on Wednesday, Nov. 2, when the Cubs defeated the Cleveland Indians, 8-7, in extra innings. During the lifespan of the franchise, many Sisters of Providence have been big fans of the team. They lived with the squad through its ups and downs. The days...
2016 Providence Associate first commitment ceremony
...commitment as a Providence Associate. Sister of Providence General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski offers a reflection to those gathered. Father Dan Hopcus and General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski process in at the beginning of the Liturgy. Those gathered in the Church bless the newly committed Providence Associates. Providence Associates bring up the altar cloth. Providence Associate Amy Langham carries out a banner. New Providence Associate Amy Langham, left, meets up with her college friend Sister Anji Fan at the reception....
Immaculate Conception, patroness of our country, pray for us
...the Immaculate Conception. Age-old pattern Today we also need the prayers and support of Mary, the Immaculate Conception, for our world, so often plagued by violence and war. Some social scientists see an age-old pattern here and abroad. Poverty, threatened and real, sparks fear. Fear of the other, some say embedded in our DNA, fuels hatred and blame. We shout when we need to listen. Feelings of invisibility and hopelessness explode into violence and killing. Violence and killing fan hatred and...