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Sister Gertrude Therese Garvey

...her name is mentioned, the first thing people say is how fun-loving she could be, and there is always laughter at the remembrance of her practical jokes and her quick wit. That kind of happiness can only come from inner peace, a sense of well-being and a trust in God’s Providence which will never fail,” said Sister Catherine. “On March 15, Sister Gertrude Therese quietly slipped into heaven, and the next day she reached down and brought her sister Rose...

The new cosmology: an evolving universe

...human beings are fine the way they are is a misplaced fond remembrance of what human beings used to be. What human beings are is a species that has undergone a cultural and technological evolution, and it’s the nature of evolution that it accelerates, and that its powers grow exponentially, and that’s what we’re talking about.”2 And Teilhard, although he died before the full onset of the technology we live with today, believed that Christ and Christianity were always alive...

Sister Basilide Sénéchal : a founding Sister of Providence

...even when I am scolding her.” Sister Basilide taught at the Academy at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods from 1841 to 1848, where she made an impression on a student who became the mother of Indiana writer Booth Tarkington. Her remembrances were used in a book he wrote. Tarkington recalled the name of Sister Basilide as one of the sisters his mother held dearest. “They must have been women of exquisite manner as well as distinguished education. And they must have possessed unusual...

Providence Associate first commitment 2014

...Marilyn Rausch. Third row from left: Charles Fisher, Jane Fischer, Suzie Ray, Terry Urban, Duane Drake and Marsha Bialaszewski. Back row from left: Assistant Director of Providence Associates Debbie Dillow, Tara Lane, Lorraine Scheidler, Rev. Rebecca Zelensky, Sarah Wilson, Susan McDowell and General Officer for the Sisters of Providence Sister Dawn Tomaszewski. Helen Flavin, center, during the commitment ceremony. From left, Providence Associates Tracy Biggs-Green and Duane Drake during the commitment ceremony. Jane Fisher and Donna Snelling carry remembrance candles...

22 New Providence Associates

...left: Charles Fisher, Jane Fischer, Suzie Ray, Terry Urban, Duane Drake and Marsha Bialaszewski. Back row from left: Assistant Director of Providence Associates Debbie Dillow, Tara Lane, Lorraine Scheidler, Rev. Rebecca Zelensky, Sarah Wilson, Susan McDowell and General Officer for the Sisters of Providence Sister Dawn Tomaszewski. Jane Fisher and Donna Snelling carry remembrance candles during the entrance procession for the Providence Associates first commitment on Nov. 8, 2014, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Jean...

Providence Associate commitment liturgy reflection

...Assistant Director of Providence Associates Debbie Dillow, Tara Lane, Lorraine Scheidler, Rev. Rebecca Zelensky, Sarah Wilson, Susan McDowell and General Officer for the Sisters of Providence Sister Dawn Tomaszewski. Jane Fisher and Donna Snelling carry remembrance candles during the entrance procession for the Providence Associates first commitment on Nov. 8, 2014, in the Church of the Immaculate Conception at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Jean Smith, Sarah Wilson and Traci Tucker carry candles during the entrance procession for their commitment ceremony as Providence...

Mother Theodore Moment: a history of collaborating in leadership

...Mother with the firmness of a Superior so perfectly that her government was most happy and effectual . . . She has left us a legacy far more precious and valuable then can be bequeathed by the most opulent; it is the examples of her virtues which I hope shall ever dwell in our remembrance, to admonish us if necessary, but always to invite and urge us to like perfection. (Originally published in the Fall 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...

Fair Trade: products that improve the lives of people on the margins

...Our Lady of Providence souvenirs and remembrances and sister-made products and White Violet Center for Eco-Justice items, visitors can also find a large collection of fair trade merchandise. Fair Trade is … According to the Fair Trade Federation fair trade is “…an approach to business and to development based on dialogue, transparency, and respect that seeks to create greater equity in the international trading system. Fair trade supports farmers and craftspeople in developing countries who are socially and economically marginalized....

Throwback Thursday: A look into the life and ministry of Sister Patricia Clare Beggs

...fading. This was not the life she felt called to. The call came, there was a response and a life chosen to live the truth of the Gospel Way began.” Sister Ruth continued, “Without a doubt, the people who gave their observations and remembrance of Patricia Clare all agreed on her qualities: A firm, loving dedication to the Community, a genuine love for people, a desire to help anyone and anywhere she could, a thirst to know and love her...

A reflection for Holy Week

...March and enter the Triduum days, let us remember Jesus’ model of service as he washed the feet of the disciples and called them to break bread in remembrance of him. Let us remember his willingness to give everything, even his life, so that justice might prevail on Earth. And in the emptiness of Holy Saturday, as we await that triumphal celebration of New Life, let us vow not to stay in our tombs, waiting complacently for human rights to...

The Easter Triduum: celebrating our salvation story

...We are reminded of Matthew 25: “When I was hungry, you gave me to eat…” Finally, we come to the table set with Bread and Wine. Ready to become, we believe, His risen Body and Blood. The “Do this in remembrance of Me,” that we celebrate weekly. Jesus never wanted us to forget what He has done for us and in us. As St. Augustine once said, “We continue to receive His Body and Blood, until we are convinced that...

Sister Merry Marcotte

...see you at the bridge again. I want to be able to run across with joy and anticipation. Tears well up with relief, not sadness. I am ready,’” shared Sister Ellen. “When Sister Merry delivered the words of remembrance at her mother’s memorial service, she said, ‘When Connie could no longer direct the play, it was time to close the show.’ Those of us who have been with Sister Merry since she entered Marian Home have joked about her giving...