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Political Engagement Committee: Our Platform
On May 19, 2020, the Climate Change Task Force affirmed the following platform to inform and encourage discussion among the Providence Community, to aid in identifying candidates for elected office who support these positions, and to engage candidates in a discussion about policies related to global climate change. From the Providence Climate Agreement: “Mindful of the effects of climate injustice on the cosmos, Earth, and all creatures of Earth, particularly the most vulnerable, we commit to work for climate justice...
The Evolution of the Billionaire
...peace. Pope Francis encourages us to confront the structures of sin that exploit the poor and our common home, emphasizing how “God’s mercy in our lives can help achieve peace.” Non-profits are very important. They fill a gap that should not be there! When the government stops helping the poor, non-profits feel the pressure to make up the difference. It simply cannot be done until our society rebalances the inequities and inequalities. Call to Action: Click and Reflect on the...
April 11, 2021: Second Sunday of Easter
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 had 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...
Join us in condemning this Russian invasion
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, join in condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine. We ask you to read and to pray with this statement from Pax Christi USA. Follow the links for more information, and pray and advocate for peace. Please use the resources available at the link at the very end of the statement. The Sisters of Providence invite you to a Peace Prayer Vigil at 7 p.m., on Ash Wednesday, March 2, at the Church...
A celebration of interculturality
...person. When I disturb the current social order for good, I am helping to construct a place of well-being and peace for us all. One thing most cultures have in common is an appreciation and love for family. Though degradations have occurred in history, no culture really accepts separating children from parents. Yet this is something we currently see in our own country. This has been decried and rejected by Republicans and Democrats, Christians, Jews, Muslims, old and young, rich...
Sister has life changing trip to Standing Rock Sioux Nation
...Transfer, Morton County and the United States stop the unjust treatment of all people: May the blessing of peace be upon all water protectors, warriors and relatives in Standing Rock, North Dakota. May peace run through you like a herd of buffalo. May you rise like the sun and lay to rest the dark black snake threatening your sacred grounds. May love, mercy and justice prevail in the land of your beloved ancestors, past, present and future. Amen The following...
Touched by the Woods for a lifetime
...ourselves to works of love, mercy and justice in service among God’s people.” Love, mercy and justice — it’s how I aspire to model my life and it’s the foundation of our family. I continually learn from the Sisters of Providence how to go out into the world and live love, mercy and justice. And I am challenged to be love, mercy and justice in our blessed and broken world. Originally published in the Fall 2023 issue of HOPE magazine....
Newsnotes
...by Providence Health Care; alpaca fiber demos including felting, spinning, weaving and knitting; and children’s activities such as an alpaca photo booth. All activities are free and will take place at various locations at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center and White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. If you would like more information on this and other great events at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, go to Events.SistersofProvidence.org. Celebrating three Sisters of Providence ministries It is with deep gratitude and sadness that we say good-bye...
Reunited joyfully: Annual meeting 2022
...associates at prayer Sister Rosa Pan interacts with those at her table Sister Patty Wallace at prayer Sister Pat Linehan visits Sister Maureen Sheahan with Providence Associate Rita Muller Sister Joseph Fillenwarth at prayer Sister Maureen Fallon interacts with those at her table Sister Peggy Lynch at prayer Sister Martha Joseph Wessel signs the racial justice pledge Providence community justice belief sign Sister Marge Funke laughs with those at her table Filling out the racism and resistance timeline: Sister Ann...
Sisters and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College: planting seeds of hope in a new generation
...administrators reviewed course evaluations while revitalizing the general studies curriculum, they came upon a direction. In feedback they heard from the students that they wanted to learn more about the history of the Sisters of Providence and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. They asked for more interaction with Sisters of Providence on campus. They also desired to learn more about the spirituality of Providence and the sisters’ emphasis on sustainability, social justice, eco-justice and women’s issues. Bring in the sisters In fall...
Sister Corbin Hannah professes final vows
“I knew that I felt called to a life of service.” Sister Corbin Hannah after the vow ceremony On September 14, 2009, Sister Corbin Hannah made real her calling was to be a Sister of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. She was attracted to the Sisters of Providence specifically through their ministry, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. And on Sunday, July 26, 2020, Sister Corbin fulfilled her call to Providence by professing final vows with the Congregation during a ceremony...
Being a Providence Associate has made a difference
...such a beautiful feeling to be a part of a community of like-minded women and men with the same common thread of love, mercy and justice. Developing relationships with like-minded people has greatly enhanced my life. I thank God for this and I am forever grateful.” — Providence Associate Vonda Monts, retired business owner, Terre Haute, Indiana “In 2015 while doing water aerobics at a Malden, Massachusetts, pool I was telling someone in the locker room that I needed to find spiritual...