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NGOs – Conscience of the UN!
...FOE and also sits on the FSV. In addition to OSMTH, GAIA/PACE, other FOE members represent the Latter-day Saints Charities (LDS)*, the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University*, the Institute for Planetary Synthesis/IPS*, Federation of American Women’s Clubs Overseas/FAWCO, Mothers’ Legacy Project, International Islamic Relief Organization Saudi Arabia*, the Al-Hakim Foundation*, World Goodwill*, International Islamic Relief Organization*, and the Al-Hakim Foundation*. Like Ms. deWaal, the NGOs with asterisks, are on FSV as well. The forums that I attended are among many...
The Mission to Asia: A reflection for Foundation Day
Mother Marie Gratia Luking “When my mind becomes occupied about the future of this foundation, it seems a matter of such importance that I can almost sink through weakness and can only get strength by casting it all into the arms of God’s Providence, living one day at a time, expecting everything from him.” Those words were spoken by Mother Marie Gratia Luking in a letter to Mother Mary Bernard Laughlin during World War II. At the time, Japan had...
Foundation day: a community effort
...with your co-workers, your presence enhances the Providence mission. Let us all embrace the legacy of the sisters and friends of the sisters who joined together to build the Congregation of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Join us for a special Foundation Day Mass at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 22 in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. Not able to be there in person? No problem! You can join us via Facebook Live....
Reflections for the Easter Triduum
...once owned and sold and to promote racial reconciliation across the country. It is thought to be one of the largest efforts by an institution to atone for slavery. Representatives of the new foundation, “Descendants Truth & Reconciliation Foundation,” reported that descendants of the Jesuits’ slaves had rejected individual cash settlements in favor of a substantial investment that could improve lives for generations to come. Bravo to both the Jesuits and the Descendants for focusing on the future in their...
Will you listen to your heart: A foundation day reflection
...of her sacrifice, she saw the saplings begin to grow and flourish through the toil, hardships and joys of leading a community of women dedicated to sharing the Gospel with others. It is said that when the bells tolled announcing Saint Mother Theodore’s death, many working at the Woods fell to their knees in honor of this great woman who touched so many lives then and continues to do so yet today. What about you? On this foundation day we...
Saint Mother Theodore’s guidance among the troubles an blessings of change
...will find yourself well supported.” Firm foundation Mother Theodore died in May 1856. In little more than 15 years she, her sisters, their friends and benefactors built a firm foundation for the present day Providence Community. “Immersion into American Life,” Providence as preparation and possibility invites us to: Consider how God has prepared you to respond to life’s many possibilities. Ever present Our journey ends with “Immersion into the Holy,” Providence as presence. In this quiet and holy space rest...
Advocacy in Action: Walking with Migrants
...to LCWR and the Hilton Foundation for offering the opportunity to visit KBI. The sisters and other volunteers spend their days preparing and serving food to 300-500 migrants, many of whom were hoping to be able to ask for asylum at the border, but due to Title 42, the border “is closed,” with very few exceptions. The volunteers also help with the distribution of clothing and other essentials for many who spend days, weeks, months or years escaping inhumane situations....
Sisters of Providence Foundation Day Mass
...celebrating their Foundation Day with a special mass, scheduled for 11 a.m., on Tuesday, Oct. 22, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski Join the sisters as they recognize their heritage and honor the day Saint Mother Theodore Guerin — foundress of the Sisters of Providence — and her five companions first set foot upon the soil at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on Oct. 22, 1840. For more information, call 812-535-2952 or email provctr@spsmw.org....
Celebrate Foundation Day with the Sisters of Providence
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, are inviting persons of all faith traditions to join them in celebrating their Foundation Day. A special Mass, will take place at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Oct. 22, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, located 10 minutes northwest of downtown Terre Haute. Join the sisters as they recognize their heritage and honor the day Saint Mother Theodore Guerin – foundress of the Sisters of Providence – and her...
2025 Foundation Day in photos
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, celebrated the 2025 Foundation Day with a morning prayer vigil by the Log Cabin Chapel and a Mass later that morning in the Church of the Immaculate Conception. General Superior Sister Dawn Tomaszewski offered a reflection during the Mass regarding the 185 years of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods....
April 12, 2026: Second Sunday of Easter (Sunday of Divine Mercy)
Gospel: John 20:19-31 On the evening of that first day of the week, when the doors were locked, where the disciples were, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in their midst and said to them, “Peace be with you.” When he said this, he showed them his hands and his side. The disciples rejoiced when they saw the Lord. Jesus said to them again, “Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, so I send...
Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
...Indigenous People (MMIP/MMIW), with May 5 designated as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. Throughout this month, awareness is raised regarding disproportionate violence against Indigenous peoples and communities. Be someone who will help lead to solving these crimes and raising respect for Indigenous women everywhere. Follow this link for an image and ideas of what you can do that day! May 5 is dedicated to seeking justice for missing and murdered Native American,...