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Ministering on the frontlines
...receiving her bachelor’s degree in biomedical sciences from Marquette University, she learned about the Sisters of Providence volunteer ministry and elected to take a year off from school to volunteer for the Congregation. “I literally learned about Providence Volunteer Ministries on a whim, through a volunteer fair that was at Marquette,” Sister Arrianne said. “I attended the fair at the last minute as I didn’t have a plan for my next year and thought doing a year of volunteer service...
My secret life …
...it was in need of a gardener to provide care and nurturing, battle the weeds, prune, trim and hold theological conversations with the soil, plants, stones and the friendly goldfish in the pond (not to mention frogs, toads, and bumblebees). The garden has become my therapist (“this hour is free!”), permitting hard work interspersed with meditation, a bit of contemplation and a closeness to the Spirit that is nothing short of remarkable. There are times when I can truly close...
Sister Helen Jean Vinton: a woman for all time
...Seeds were planted in my first biology class at Ladywood (later Ladywood-St. Agnes) High School in Indianapolis in the early 70’s starting me on a journey of appreciating creation and protecting it passionately. Sister Helen Jean was the teacher in that biology class facing a quiet young woman who had no interest in science and knew nothing about protecting the environment. After that year I was a changed person. My sister, Anne, and I started recycling aluminum cans on our...
L’association Providence-Armor
...Advent and the season of Christmas approaching, as you prepare your home, please envision preparing the fertile soil of your heart for the Christ child. It takes digging deeper, turning the ground, picking out the weeds, sticks and stones … until the earth (your heart) is prepared to receive the promise and hope of new life. Now picture next spring, in France, at Saint Mother Theodore’s home … good people gathered there to plant seeds and flowers and trees. They...
HOPE winter 2023 — Creating a new day
...invitation. Art is prayer Sister Jody O’Neil, SP, finds spirituality in creating works of art. “Art is a connection of my spirit and the spirit beyond me.” A new way to raise consciousness and funds to combat climate change We hope this stewardship will bring many benefits to the community and the planet. At the very least, it will make us each more aware of how individual choices affect the vitality of the planet and help us to acquire some...
Poem: Nature abounds
(This poem was inspired by a summer trip to the arboretum.) The Flowers. Brilliant purples, soft lavenders, burnt oranges, dazzling reds. Fragrant all. Silver leaves, bright peach trumpets, snowballs ever so white. Flowers. So many, some pointed to the sky so straight, some leaning into the sun. Clustered so close, yet each flourishes. Bees pollinating, hummingbirds finding sweet nectar, dragonflies perched atop leaves. God’s splendor everywhere. The Shrubs and Plants. Square and round, high and low—prickly all. The greens to...
What does it mean to love my neighbor as myself? A visit to the border
...boast Fair Trade Certification. Fair trade is a global movement made up of a diverse network of producers, companies, consumers, advocates and organizations putting people and planet first. They are committed to the idea that the products bought and sold every day are connected to the livelihoods of others. Fair trade is a way to make a conscious choice for a better world. When you choose or look for Fair Trade certified items, yes you will be paying a little more...
Sister Margaret Louise Bernard
And Mary said, “My soul magnifies the Lord, and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for He has looked with favor on the lowliness of His servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed; for the Mighty One has done great things for me, and holy is His name. His mercy is for those who fear Him from generation to generation.” –Luke 1:46-50 The lovely scripture story of Mary’s acceptance of God’s plan for her life...
Sister Margaret Kern
...of St. Francis Xavier, came to visit Sister Margaret and Sister Ann Margaret O’Hara. Sister Ann Margaret shared with me the following: “When I visited with Peter Campbell and Margaret during his last visit with her several months ago, I realized how much both of them contributed to the planning and future of religious congregations for so many years. They were about good finances, but they were also about the mission. They reflected on how difficult it was at the...
On spirituality and aging
...any offer of assistance.” Adding, “After all, I can make that person feel good that they reached out to me.” Talk about attitude, acceptance and appreciation! Plan to live Another good spiritual maxim was adopted by my soul-friend, Sister Suzanne Brezette. It was actually her mother’s, “Sue,” she said, “as long as you live, you must plan to live.” And that was Suzanne’s attitude, even as she aged. She appreciated the fact that she had a lot of energy and...
Racial and Ecological Justice Documentary: Farming While Black
...in the deep historical knowledge of African agrarianism – and its potential to save the planet. * The Land Justice Future’s Focus Community Program is a community of practice for women religious who are ready to create bold, just, and creative plans for the lands they love. Starting with a 2-year cohort experience, this program builds power, connection, imagination, and practical know-how among communities while they build land justice into the heart of their property plans. You can learn more...
Writing a Manifesto
...Declaration of Independence,” 1776) Die Geschichte aller bisherigen Gesellschaft ist die Geschichte von Klassenkampfen. The history of all hitherto existing society is the history of class struggles. (“The Communist Manifesto,” 1848) Whereas this precious and beautiful planet is our mother and our only home … (“The Providence Climate Agreement,” 2018) Here is a copy of the Providence Climate Agreement Manifesto Like the founders of our Republic, and the advocates of Communism, we of the Climate Change Task Force felt an...