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Laudato Si’ Platform Commitment Statement
...To take bold concrete actions, both corporately and individually, in the spirit of Laudato Si’, to address the multiple crises afflicting our common home – the planet and its people, and To practice nonviolence, as we reconcile and heal the pain in creation and sow hope for peace. This commitment is made in love, mercy and justice, knowing that we are participating in God’s Providential work of transformation, and trusting in “that Providence that so far has never failed us.”...
Forest Bathing
...felt Love … I felt my Father’s hugging peace. And I knew this quiet spot on a narrow path in the woods that simply reached itself was walked to accept God’s why, not mine. I sat quietly some unknown moments longer. Enjoying songs only silence knows how to sing. Indeed, The Woods “is like our mother, a sacred place, a gift to us humans from the divine. It is a paradise of healing.” Learn more about Providence Community Cemetery here....
Spending an Afternoon as Mrs. Claus: Love begets Love
...I did tell the little ones that I love Santa Claus. I wish I had said to them that I love Jesus, too. But perhaps during Christmas Fun at the Woods, I/we showed them what loving Santa Claus or Jesus means. I hope so. I pray that I/we will share that love the whole year through. Merry Christmas from Mrs. Claus and from the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. May you experience blessings of love, peace and joy throughout...
Prayer for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Continue to pray with us on the passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. The Vatican announced on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, that Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI passed away at the age of 95 at the Mater Ecclesiae Monastery in the Vatican. Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI We continue to ask that the Providence community join us in prayer for repose of the soul of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI. May he rest in peace. During our Sunday, Jan. 1, Mass, we offered...
Sisters Speak Out: On the Road with the Sisters of Providence
...gathered outside of the Church of the Immaculate Conception to pray the Rosary. In Indianapolis, Providence Associates gathered in prayerful solidarity on the campus of Providence Cristo Rey High School. And in Eloy, Arizona, Sister Tracey Horan, SP, and members of the Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration and Kino Border Initiative prayed in and for collaborative justice and peace. Postulant Maité was also asked to participate in a Canadian echo event (virtually) by providing Spanish translation for the event. Sisters...
Prisoners & Probationers of Conscience
...a prisoner of conscience or being a probationer of conscience is being part of a growing community of peacemakers willing to do a non-violent act of civil disobedience. I prefer to think of it as faithful obedience to the Gospel call for love, mercy and justice.” Read the original March 10, 2003, press release: “Sister of Providence released from prison.” Sister Adele Beacham places her cross in the gates of Fort Benning. Sisters Adele Beacham, Rita Clare Gerardot and Joann...
Our Expected Guest
...peace and hope. I always seek my friend’s advice. I rely on him for truthful guidance. I look up to him as a leader in the family of Jesse and David. Yes, he is coming soon bearing gifts, staying a good while, and promising to keep in touch until the next treasured visit. There is excitement in the air! “Who is this special guest” you ask? “Perhaps you already know him,” I answer. “He is Emmanuel, the King of Glory.”...
Reflecting on National Day of Prayer
...and that it may one day bring renewed respect for God to all the peoples of the world.” Sikhs, Muslims, Hindus, Jews, Christians of all denominations pray with one another, for one another and for all creation. Prayer as the path to healing, unity and peace? A traditional definition of prayer is “to raise one’s mind and heart to God.” On this National Day of Prayer, for whom and/or with whom will you raise your mind and heart to God?...
Join the Sisters of Providence for upcoming forest meditation walking event
...further connect with yourself and listen as the forest offers you guidance for your life. Leave feeling grounded and calm as you re-enter the world with more clarity and peace. The trail is a mown path through the forest. It is considered an easy trail with uneven ground and some slight inclines and declines. You are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes and dress according to the weather. The events are dependent on weather conditions each day. For more information, click...
Celebrate the Season of Creation 2023
...Following the lead of the Apostle, we ponder the questions raised by Pope Francis. “How can we contribute to the mighty river of justice and peace in this Season of Creation? What can we, particularly as Christian communities, do to heal our common home so that it can once again teem with life? We must do this by resolving to transform our hearts, our lifestyles, and the public policies ruling our societies.” (Message of Pope Francis for Creation Day 2023)....
An Inspirational ‘Be Humble’ Day
...“As soon as we have sinned, let us humble ourselves, ask pardon of God, and go on our way as before …” – Saint Mother Theodore Guerin “Particularly, I admire two virtues rare in our days: A profound humility and immense charity.” – Saint Mother Theodore Guerin “Be humble, simple and frank, and you will live in peace with yourselves, and you will be happy.” – Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Find more inspirational quotes from Saint Mother Theodore Guerin here....
Join the Sisters of Providence for May forest meditation event
...among the trees, further connect with yourself and listen as the forest offers you guidance for your life. Leave feeling grounded and calm as you re-enter the world with more clarity and peace. The trail is a mown path through the forest. It is considered an easy trail with uneven ground and some slight inclines and declines. You are encouraged to wear closed-toe shoes and dress according to the weather. The events are dependent on weather conditions each day. For...