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Sister Denise reflection: 2008 Rite of Commitment
...for the incorporation of associates into the life and mission of the Sisters of Providence. One sure way, at that time, to get Sister Mary Alice’s dander up was to call what they were planning the “associate program.” How many times we heard her remind us, “This is not a program. It is a relationship.” No wonder – given the relationship at the heart of today’s celebration –we heard proclaimed in the Scriptures chosen for this liturgy. From Philippians: “I...
Sister Marsha Speth
...So after graduation I decided I had to find out about religious life or I would not have peace in my heart. My early years in the Sisters of Providence were both exciting and difficult. I loved our classes and instructions in scripture, theology, liturgy, prayer, and psycho/ spiritual development. It was the 1960s and 70s, a time of “fresh air” in the church and of tumultuous change in society. When I entered the sisters were in full habit and...
Reflections on 50 years
...Divine Indwelling, is always present, calling me over and over again, every day, every day, to say, ‘Yes, I bind myself to live a life of freedom in Christ.’ “I’m certain that this Jubilee celebration isn’t so much about me, my call, my life of service, my vocation. This is a part of it, certainly, but not the most essential part. This jubilee celebrates God’s call, God’s faithfulness, God’s mercy to this community of Providence. This jubilee recognizes and honors...
Sister Joan Kirkpatrick (formerly Sister Joan Patrice)
...Joan and I entered the Sisters of Providence about 10 minutes apart on July 22, 1956. Now in those days, that meant we would spend the next four-and-a-half years sitting next to each other for instructions three times a week. We were 30 entering on that day. Now, there are only three of us left. Sister Joan Kirkpatrick with Providence Associate Sherrie Mansfield Because Joan had already earned her degree, she found herself teaching the aspirants and commercial girls until...
Newsnotes from HOPE summer 2023
...March a group of sisters helped to sponsor and set up at Human Rights Day in Terre Haute, Indiana. Watch for us next, including Sister Marilyn Baker in her Lucy-from-Peanuts-style “Spiritual Help 5 cents” booth, at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) in Indianapolis in November. Sister Jody O’Neil receives art award Recently, Sister Jody O’Neil, SP, received one of the two awards presented on Jan. 20 at the opening of the “Spaces & Places, Oh My …” art exhibit...
Sister Margaret “Peggy” Lynch (formerly Sister James Patrick)
...one of them!” Sister Mary Montgomery experienced Peggy in much the same way: “She had many health issues through the years but I often saw resilience in her. She had a big heart for people.” Sister Peggy Lynch, left, with her Providence Associate companion Christine Boyle. This capacity for deep compassion and empathy extended often to family members as well. Her great niece Devin recounted: “Aunt Peggy and I would always have such good talks once I got into high...
Sisters preserving memories through memory books
...Sisters of Providence. Memory books are a way for individuals to recall and record their significant life events in a memoir format. They detail and preserve aspects of a person’s life history with photographs, artifacts and narratives. They highlight precious details of a unique life lived for present and future generations. In effect, the New Testament could be considered Jesus’ memory book, the written account of Jesus’ life and legacy as told by Jesus or experienced through his apostles and...
Sister Agnes Arvin (formerly Sister Agnes Virginia)
“O God, You are the center of my life. I will always praise You. I will always serve You. I will always keep You in my sight.” “Keep me safe O God, I take refuge in You. I say to You, You are my God. My Happiness lies in You along. My happiness lies in You alone.” “I will bless Our God who give me counsel, Who even at night directs my heart. I keep you, God, ever in my...
Celebrating National CSA Sign-Up Day
...sugars, etc. We are a motley crew! But as we went through the questions, it was fun to reflect on the variety of foods we enjoyed and the creative ways we used them. To the question, “What has been your least favorite part of the CSA program?” we all looked around at one another and realized we couldn’t think of anything. We savored and celebrated the gift of fresh-off-the-farm veggies that nourished us into the colder months, and we all...
Sister Marian Ruth Johnson
...learn to stand in awe, Waiting to be told Where to go, what to do. The years have passed, Oh so slowly, oh so quick. My footsteps now falter. My mind is waning. The Woods is still calling, and now I answer! Though my voice if faint, My heart says, “I am here.” This photo, taken in 2004, depicts Sister Marian Ruth (right) with Sister Mary Pat Peacock (RIP) at St. Joseph’s Lake. Like Peter’s leap into...
O Antiphon – O wisdom from on high
Artwork by Sister Rosemary Borntrager, SP, 2002. One of the most profound pursuits of human life is the call to Wisdom. Our spirits search to find it in ourselves as God’s gift, and to welcome it from others. The Israelites thought of Wisdom as practical experience for every day living. This notion requires persons who act with prudence, not prudence that prevents action, but as a guide to right action. How do you value these virtues at the boardroom table,...
Reflections for Profession of Perpetual Vows
...This IS a new moment for them and therefore for us “Now it springs forth — can’t you see it?!” I don’t know about you, but I think there is cause for rejoicing here!! And another part of what we are coming to know as new is their place/our place in the global sisterhood. Instead of fretting about the diminishing numbers of sisters, we are beginning to recognize that women throughout the world are continuing to say forever to a...