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Sister Eugene Francis Keaveney
...the first year and a half in the novitiate houses in Washington, D.C., and Rockville, Md. During this time, she received the name Sister Eugene Francis. She then traveled to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods to complete her novitiate preparation, where she professed first and perpetual vows on August 15 1947 and 1952 respectively. Sister Eugene Francis’ education included a bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, and a master’s degree in education from Rivier College in New Hampshire. She also had a...
Ann Wagner Harper: Finding the Silver Lining
...and develop,” shared Ann. Sister Maurelia told Ann that if she could find someone to pay for one voice lesson a week, she would then provide Ann with a second lesson for free. With Ann’s large family, she knew that this wasn’t possible. However, her Uncle Joe Wagner (RIP) stepped up to the plate. “I will always be grateful to him,” said Ann. “That opened the door to my career.” So in addition to a rigorous education, Ann honed her...
Sister Patricia McIntyre (formerly Sister Elaine)
...whisked back to Church to lead the procession up the center aisle, dressed in our habits for the first time. Patty and I looked at each other and giggled.” Margie, evidently the convent didn’t stifle Patty’s giggle. Patty earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a master’s degree in elementary education from Indiana University. From all accounts, Patty was not only an excellent teacher, but a teacher who loved to teach small children. Of herself, Patty...
Thanking the Sisters through social media
During this week, Americans were encouraged to thank their teachers with May 6-10 being declared Teacher Appreciation Week. Specifically, on Tuesday, May 7, we asked you to remember your education from the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, through social media. Sister Brendan Harvey (RIP) works with students on a project. The people responding to the question on Facebook and Twitter came from all different walks of life and all parts of the country, showing how vast the instruction...
Sisters of Providence “employ” special education students
...53 Vigo County high school seniors who completed their work skills training program. The official name is Covered Bridge Special Education District Community Work Skills Training Program. Each student interviews for a job in the community with collaborating employers. Four of those students have spent this school year working with the Sisters of Providence at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Dustin Green and Erika Herrick have been working at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice, Jessica Herrick worked in Environmental Services and Jordan Ames...
Opening new doors
...the sisters are trying to create a culture. Another is by constant reinforcement of the benefits for students of their education. “We are really trying to change the culture of education for these kids,” she said. The school is open on Saturdays, so students without computers or a quiet place to study, or who need help with homework or a term paper, can have access to a place to work and to assistance with study. “I think they were told...
Sister Anne (Sister Anne Loyola) Scott
...received the religious name of Sister Anne Loyola. Sister Anne earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a master’s degree in education from Duke University. Sister Anne’s entrance into the Congregation is indeed an unusual story. “It is significant that Sister Anne had to run away from home in order to become a Sister of Providence. Her mother was a staunch Catholic who sent Sister Anne and her sisters to Catholic grammar and high schools as...
Sister Dorothy (Marie Christopher) Souligny
...who received the religious name Sister Marie Christopher, professed first and perpetual vows Jan. 23, 1959, and Aug. 15, 1964, respectively. She earned a bachelor’s degree in French from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College and a master’s degree in secondary education from Indiana University. Sister Dorothy commenced teaching in 1959 at Sacred Heart, Terre Haute, Ind. In Indiana, she also ministered at St. Rose High School, Vincennes, and Ladywood, Indianapolis. She spent one year at Providence High School, New Lenox, Ill. Sister...
Sister Mary Ann Stewart
...first hand, how necessary they were.” Having good teachers made that career choice a natural fit for Sister Mary Ann. “I made the decision to go into elementary education because I liked the way sisters lived in a parish convent and were part of the whole parish. I also come from a family of teachers. My brother, my sister-in-law, my niece, my grand niece and my brother-in-law teach at different levels. I eventually decided I wanted to teach history and...
Sister Paula Damiano: Full Circle
...Sister Paula to various cultures. A significant influence in Sister Paula’s life was her pediatrician, who was Jewish. He was a close family friend who attended many of their family’s important events. As a child, Sister Paula recognized that her family had a strong bond with him through faith. She noticed that he was kind and respectful of them and their traditions, regardless of religious differences. Also, growing up with the surrounding Amish community helped her understand that there was...
Sister Regis McNulty
...given the religious name of Regis. She professed first and perpetual vows on Aug. 15, 1950, and 1955, respectively. And yes, her mother eventually came to acceptance. Regis earned her bachelor’s degree in education from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, a master’s degree in Psychology from Boston College and a second master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Antioch University in New Hampshire. Regis ministered in schools as a teacher in Indiana, Illinois, Massachusetts, North Carolina and New Hampshire for 28 years. For...
Sister Connie Kramer named Woman of Influence in Terre Haute
...from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. She received a master’s degree in mathematics from Indiana State University and a master’s degree in pastoral ministry from Trinity College. She entered the Congregation Sept. 12, 1964, from Holy Angels Parish in Dayton. She has ministered as a high school classroom teacher, business officer and development director; pastoral minister; group and individual counselor; director of religious education; group consultant and facilitator; pastoral associate and associate administrator. She also served as administrator of dental services at...