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‘He wants me to be here’
Note: The following piece was authored by Rachel Morand, who is currently discerning the life of a woman religious. What does one wear to a convent? I’m standing in front of my closet, at a bit of a loss. The idea of spending the weekend with nuns conjures up images of long black skirts and plain, unpatterned tops, which I’m realizing is not super in line with my current wardrobe. I am also unsure what the general consensus will be...
Auschwitz-Birkenau
...from the outside, could be a military barracks. Every structure is built with red brick and dark windows. Neat, efficient. Inside, the narrow aisles with pictures of the murdered: intellectuals, homosexuals, enemies of the Third Reich. Here they waited for torture and execution. We trudge down a narrow staircase to the cells of individual prisoners who were tortured and then executed. These people were made to stand for days, yes days, then brought to their cells, chained to a pole to...
Sister Sharon Richards
...On weekends, I love to … A. I say this a lot. I like to be outdoors. Q. I’m passionate about … A. The charism of the Sisters of Providence as I believe it will be expressed through the Providence Associate Relationship. Q. Name one thing you miss about being a child. A. Freedom. Q. Why did you choose to become a Sister of Providence? A. They were friends of my family. I was never privileged to have Sisters of...
A Providence Advent Calendar
...you enter into this season with reflections and actions for each day of Advent! You might want to keep an Advent journal to capture your reflections. Week One: Discover Beauty in Darkness and Light. ♦ Set up an Advent wreath. Light one candle each day this week before you read the quote of the day and take action. ♦ Pray for World Peace, especially in Syria, the Middle East, and France, Saint Mother Theodore’s birth place. Sunday: “There will be...
The Injustice and Dehumanization of Experiencing Homelessness
...Strong evidence exists that the Housing First model leads to quicker exits from homelessness and greater housing stability over time compared with treatment as usual. And moderate evidence points to “reduced use of emergency department services, fewer hospitalizations and less time hospitalized…”The Veterans Administration Housing First team has social workers, nurses, psychiatrists, vocational and substance abuse counselors available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day for those enrolled in the Housing First program. Treatment First prioritizes the value of...
In memory of …
(Note: A Throwback Thursday in memory of Sister Marie Brendan Harvey will appear on our website on Thursday, Jan. 5). A total of 11 Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, have passed away this year. This month, the Throwback Thursday blog has been dedicated to those sisters’ lives and ministries. Last week, we focused on Sister Marilyn Therese Lipps and Sister Mary Concetta Ban᷉ez. This week’s blog will focus on the lives and ministries of Sister Mary Esther Lane...
CNN shares Mother Theodore’s journey to sainthood
This article is reprinted from the summer 2012 issue of HOPE. Sister Marie Kevin Tighe, vice postulator and promoter of the Cause for Saint Mother Theodore, is shown being photographed by CNN photo journalist Leon Jobe. Jen Christensen, producer for CNN Presents, is pictured at left. Cable News Network (CNN) searches worldwide for intriguing stories to share with its millions of viewers. So, when CNN contacted the Congregation in October 2011 to inquire about sharing Saint Mother Theodore’s gripping journey...
Providence prayers for the journey of Advent
...one; the third week the first and second purples plus the rose for Gaudate / rejoicing; the fourth week all four candles. I put this Advent wreath on our dining table so my family can light it for meal times. When we do so, we feel united with Providence communities lighting candles to keep Advent during the dark December nights in Indiana. Light your Advent candles in solidarity with all who seek peace. Week One / Preparation / “Stay awake”...
June 2, 2024: The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi)
...union of King David’s great-grandparents (and ancestors to Jesus) illustrates not only God’s love for each person but how that love is to be shared by all, especially those who are labeled “other”. Throughout the Old Testament, one of the most common consequences for the ancient people straying from the will of God was famine in the land — a lack of grain and grapes. Paul was the apostle who wrote the first scriptural eucharistic institution narrative and made clear...
Sister Rosemary (Mary Gilbert) Powers
...Rosemary worked in Archives and knew the importance of keeping memorabilia there, her file is filled with pictures taken at various class reunions, pictures of herself with visiting former students and with her brothers and other relatives, and pictures at parties and celebrations. There are congratulatory pieces received at class reunions and at her own jubilees, from Senator Jacobs and Senators Lugar and Quayle, one from Governor Orr and one from President Reagan,” said Sister Margaret. “In Health Care, Sister...
Sister Diane Ris publishes new book about Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
...herself in a similar posture. “I wanted to tell a complete story. I had Mother Theodore’s picture in front of me on the desk in my writing room. I had her first-class relic in front of the picture. I had a candle glowing. There was not one day when I didn’t want to continue working on the book. I was eager to do it,” she said. The book is called Saint Mother Theodore Guerin: Woman of Providence. It was begun...
Becoming a Providence Associate
...ideas were like paints, I felt that it took all the mess of paints I had and actually painted a picture — and that picture is our own hands and feet, and how I can strive to be Christ’s hands and feet in my daily life. Being a Providence Associate means to me to be God’s hands and feet to the community around me in a simple way and in a broader way.” Providence Associate Mary Jo Ricketson Mary Jo...