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June: Recognizing Torture Awareness Month
...mark Torture Awareness Month by joining with people of faith and conscience nationwide as we stand in solidarity with survivors of torture and issue a moral call for human rights for all. The NRCAT website is filled with information and suggested activities to raise awareness. In light of the Litany of Nonviolence many of us pray, let us seize the opportunity to make a difference in our world. For more information, see Eighth Day Center for Justice Centering’s informative issue...
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....
Providence Associate connects to the Woods
...I took a few Theology classes. These classes sparked my curiosity about becoming Catholic. The only child of five to not be a “Cradle Catholic,” I began researching more and asking questions of many people I knew at the Woods. I eventually graduated from the WED program and soon after enrolled in the Master of Arts in Pastoral Theology (MAPT) program. After much prayer, I did indeed become Roman Catholic. And, much to my surprise, my youngest son also went...
Three Sisters of Providence celebrating Golden Jubilees
...bachelor’s degree in journalism. She received a master’s degree in Radio/TV from the University of Illinois and a master’s of professional studies in pastoral studies from Loyola University. She also received a Doctor of Ministry from the Catholic Theological Union, based in Chicago. Sister Cathleen has ministered in Indiana and Illinois. Sister Mary Jo Piccione Sister Mary Jo Piccione is a native of Indianapolis. Currently, she ministers as the chaplain of St. Mary’s Medical Center, Apple Valley, Calif. Sister Mary...
Remembering Sister Loretta Schafer
Sister Loretta Schafer (left) with Sister Alexa Suelzer from 1973. Born on April 2, 1917, Sister Loretta Schafer (formerly Sister Michael) entered the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods on July 16, 1935. Teaching was her primary ministry, as she taught in elementary and high schools – as well as colleges. She received a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and physics from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, and master and doctoral degrees in chemistry from the University of Notre Dame. She taught chemistry...
Remembering Sister Cecilia Clare Bocard
...wrote “The Woods Wedding March,” for SMWC alumnae brides. In 1956, Sister Cecilia Clare composed “A Cycle of Psalms,” a choral performance written in honor of the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Sisters of Providence of Ruille, France, as well as marking the 100th anniversary of the passing of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin. An award-winning composer who was often referred to as “the sister with the dancing feet,” Sister Cecilia Clare received an honorary doctor of letter from...
Oh, if you could understand the…
Oh, if you could understand the feelings of a mother’s heart for a child which is not hers by 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....
Letter to Cardinal Elect Joseph Tobin
...you an advocate for Catholic higher education, as well as religious life. We have been touched by your pastoral care for the men of the Terre Haute Federal Prison and for the personal commitment you have made to pray with and for them. We are especially grateful for the stance you took to support the entry of Syrian refugees into the archdiocese, and we have made a donation to Catholic Relief Services to honor both your elevation as cardinal and...
A shared Reflection for Foundation Day
...we take together into the unknown future. As Pope Francis said during the beatification mass for Pope Paul VI, “God is not afraid of new things!” (Note: Postulant Emily TeKolste has her own blog site. Read some more of her reflections!) Part 4 – Father Dan Hopcus, pastoral leader for the Congregation Father Dan Hopcus Almost 15 years ago, I came here from Southern California. I felt a special closeness to the Sisters of Providence. It was an honor to...
Reflections on the 175th Anniversary Celebration of Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Jasper
...Sisters of Providence and especially those of us who are with you today – particularly those who were born and raised in Jasper and those who have served this community faithfully as educators, administrators, and more recently pastoral ministers. It is amazing to me that since 1841, 70 daughters of Dubois and Spencer counties have become Sisters of Providence; 65 of them from Saint Joseph Parish. This is a testament, no doubt, to the influence of the many, many Sisters...
Sister Jane Bodine (formerly Sister Janet)
...Catholic Development Conference and the National Association of Treasures of Religious Institutes. When the bishops began to draft their pastoral letter on stewardship in 1992, they consulted with Jane, who, the article states, “did not hesitate a moment to speak her mind (and her heart).” Jane came to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods in 1999 and continued to give service in various ways, including being the coordinator of the Ladywood Alumnae Association for several years. As happens too many of us, eventually Jane’s...
News Notes
...grow food and raise fiber animals. Sister Mary has been a Sister of Providence for 50 years. She has served many years as a pastoral minister with special interests in spirituality, service with the poor and justice. For eight years she served as director of the Providence Volunteer Ministry, a former ministry of the SPs. She offers retreats, spiritual direction and workshops. Stay connected! Stay up-to-date with the SPs through our bi-weekly digital newsletter! Learn about sisters and where they...