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Gathering in solidarity, respect and unity
...me, my identity as a Sister of Providence flows into that just so easily. At this time, how can I as a Sister of Providence not say and stand for the things we’ve been working for all along?” Connected to mission Sister Paula, who ministers as a co-director of the Providence Spirituality and Conference Center, speaks of the visitors they welcome into their space. “I think that, when we have people come here, to this center, whether it be for...
Book review: The Other Couch
...program, Urban CPE, is unique in its formation of caring persons whose compassion includes the spiritual, social and systemic issues effecting in a person’s and/or group’s life. Its participants’ experiences are with the poor and marginalized.) My one critique of this book (and I may be biased) is that I would have liked to have heard more about the women’s spirituality and its help and/or hindrance in their struggles. Also, in what ways might the authors resource others in their...
A visible transformation
...spiritual groundedness. And I left excited. Excited because I realized that “becoming a sister” isn’t just something that happened in the 1960s when big groups of women entered the Congregation. It is something that is still happening today. It left me excited about the future. Congregation numbers may be smaller, but that spiritual depth is still being passed on. It will still be here for generations to come. The interview also left me thankful. Thankful to the women of today...
A Day of Rest at The Woods
...silence.” A Day of Rest at The Woods is a day retreat of purposeful quiet and contemplation. Participants will have options to join contemplative prayer, meet with a spiritual director, spend time alone and rest in many sacred places at The Woods. The cost is $75.00 and includes a private room, a box lunch and spiritual direction. Lodging is available upon request for an additional fee. The facilitators will be Sister Mary Montgomery, SP, Marilyn Webb, PA and Bridget Mooney....
Sister Donna Marie Fu
...to Jesus’ instructions to “feed my lambs and tend my sheep,” I feel sure she would have been offering suggestions on just how to do that. Donna Marie’s love of people was coupled with a determined missionary spirit that she put at the service of the mission of Providence throughout the 68 years she journeyed with us. Donna Marie/Fu Baoshan met us as a student at Ching I high school in Kaifung after her family moved to Kaifung at the...
Sister Clelia Cecchetti (formerly Sister Rosina)
...her own foibles and rejoice in the gifts of others. He said, “She had such a delightful laugh!” After retiring from ministry at Providence University in January of 2011, I joined Clelia in residing with the Sisters of St. Vincent Pallotti in Laurel, Maryland. Between then and 2020, Clelia had become a very dear friend to me. Through her I met many of the members of the parish who had valued her presence, joy and spiritual depth. The sisters ta...
Sister Edna Scheller
...well for 43 years as a primary teacher and school principal in Illinois, North Carolina, Indiana, and California. On the SP website, her former students spoke of Edna’s spirituality especially those from St. Bridget’s in Indianapolis. One spoke of Edna introducing her to Christ. Another put it this way: “I was awed by her beauty and grace! Such a gentle soul who taught me about Christ! I will always have fond memories of her and am so blessed to have...
A reflection for Reception into the Novitiate
...How has that God patiently supported you in the desires and choices of your life? And how do you need us to support you on your path now marked by Providence? You will have the companionship of your sisters and associates, the formation community here as well as those you will meet as part of the Intercommunity Novitiate in St. Louis. Your director, Sister Norene Wu, will be a special companion on this journey as you follow the guidance of...
A dementia friendly HOME at the Woods
Sister Regina Norris (formerly Sister Regina Clare) works with a touchscreen computer, a part of the “it’s never too late to learn” project, made possible by the HOME initiative In June 2017 the Sisters of Providence unveiled plans for creating a new HOME at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Recognized as a place of extraordinary beauty and a rich spiritual heritage, the Woods is well suited to the HOME envisioned. This HOME is not a building. HOME is a culture change. Its intention...
A Woodsie reflects: Shannon Sonderman
...trying to make education for everyone a reality. My future profession is to be a teacher and I hope that I will be able to inspire my students to be the best that they can be. Mother Theodore worked with children to inspire them to be at their best through not only education and learning, but spirituality and faith. She once stated, “Show kindness to them (children) and be attentive to their spiritual and physical needs.” She was very passionate...
Join us for ‘An Evening with Carrie Newcomer!’
...7:30 p.m., and will take place in the Conservatory of Music on the campus of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. Sister Dawn says having Carrie come to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods for the show will enhance the year-long jubilee celebration. A Catholic Jubilee year takes place every 25 years and is considered a time of forgiveness, reconciliation and spiritual renewal. “Carrie’s folk music reflects her own belief in hope as a renewable resource,” Sister Dawn said. “She sees the practice of active hope as...
True to the calling: Providence Associate Joan Frisz
...as a Providence Associate gives me the opportunity to honor my heritage, while at the same time exploring ways of engaging my spirituality and growing in my relationship with others and with God. Six years ago I was completing a 20-week Engaging Spirituality program and it was time to discern next steps. It was at that time that I applied to be a Providence Associate, as this seemed the natural next step to continue to engage and grow and learn....