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Santa is coming to the Woods!
...Santa at the North Pole Zone and meet our jolly alpacas. There will be activities, crafts, cookie decorating, wagon rides, a sing-a-long and face painting. Be prepared to take a lot of pictures! We’ll start the fun at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center. Cost: $7; children 3 and under free. Pre-sale of tickets is encouraged and may be done online here. Santa will also visit Saint Mary-of-the-Woods again from 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., on Sunday, Dec. 18, during Sunday Brunch at the...
Climate Crisis Task Force offers August Care for Creation Actions
...the week of August 17-23 The Sisters of Providence and wider Providence Community, publicly committed to join the worldwide Catholic community by responding to Pope Francis’ appeal to participate in a seven-year journey toward sustainability and integral ecology by developing a Laudato Si’ Action Platform Plan. The action platform named seven goals, including: Response to the cry of the Earth, Response to the cry of the Poor, Ecological Economics, Adoption of Sustainable Lifestyle, Ecological Education, Ecological Spirituality and Community Resilience...
A Reflection on the Feast Day of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
...I quote: “seized with a violent fever, the result of the fatigues of her long journey with her strength lowered by her recent illness and by so many cares and inquietudes; and finally by her treatment at the hands of the bishop. The physician, Dr. Baty, pronounced her condition alarming. Thinking herself at the point of death, she had the vicar-general, Father Dupontavice, called. He refused to see her, believing her to have been excommunicated. Praise Providence that what happened...
A review of ‘Active Hope’
The front cover of “Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We’re in without Going Crazy.” The main title of this valuable resource, “Active Hope,” is cheerful, but gives little information about the contents. The subtitle, however, provides a succinct summary: “How to Face the Mess We’re in without Going Crazy.” Co-authors are Joanna Macy, a respected and prolific writer and activist in the areas of ecology and spirituality, and Chris Johnstone, a long-term collaborator of hers. The book begins...
Sisters Speak Out: June 24 Community Prayer and Rally
...and peace to lift the voices of immigrants and the disenfranchised. Come make a difference in this world as we continue our mission of love, mercy and justice! This event will take place on Tuesday, June 24 from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. outside the Church of the Immaculate Conception, come rain or shine. In case of rain, we are prepared to move into the lobby of O’Shaugnessy, at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center. Join us for community and positive change....
Sisters of Providence set up teen volunteer opportunities
Calling all youth! Calling all youth! Teenagers ages 12-18 are invited to make a difference with the Sisters of Providence and health care residents at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. The next volunteer opportunity will take place from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., on Saturday, October 4. Visit with elder sisters and help them with activities such as Bingo, exercise, baking, attending events and more. All teen volunteers are asked to meet in the lobby of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods....
10 ways to celebrate the Year of Consecrated Life!
...religious women and men have impacted society by their Gospel values and charisms. Network with other organizations to promote the works of peace and justice. Courageously respond to the vocation you feel being called to, to serve society. Encourage a woman between the ages of 18-42 to explore the possibility of religious life. We are thankful to you who are supporting the Sisters of Providence in the mission of Jesus that shapes our congregation, our structures and our spirituality. We...
Sisters team with Thrive for Dementia Series
The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, have teamed up with Thrive West Central for the upcoming “Dementia Education Series: A Positive Approach to Care.” The series begins Wednesday, Sept. 10, and will take place every other Wednesday, concluding on Nov. 19. It will take place in the Foley Room at Providence Spirituality & Conference Center and there is no cost to attend. Times are 1-3 p.m., for each session. The series is designed for care partners and will...
A call to discernment
...of the Sisters of Providence. Their support and affirmation helped open my eyes to the call of Providence.” Tracey said the Sisters of Providence inspired her to choose her path, as well as the writings of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin. “The women I have encountered have inspired me with their intentionality, their dedication to justice, the depth of their spirituality, their openness to conversion and learning from others,” she said. “Reading Mother Theodore’s story also made a big impression on...
Join the Sisters of Providence for upcoming forest meditation walking events
Plan on joining the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana, for “Forest Meditation Walk: Wandering in the Woods,” events. The events will take place from 4-5 p.m., on Sunday, Oct. 8, and from 3-4 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 28, at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Join facilitator Sister Corbin Hannah, SP, as she helps you better understand how nature can teach and heal us. The guided meditation is based in eco-spirituality, connecting with the Divine through nature. As you wander among the...
Au revoir! Sister Paula Damiano retires from ministry
“I think one of the best memories I will have is when people have left a retreat, program, workshop or prayer service and they say, ‘I really felt a connection with God.’” – Sister Paula Damiano, SP On Tuesday, August 20, it became official as Sister Paula retired from her position as director of retreats and programs and co-director of Providence Spirituality & Conference Center (PSCC) at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Sister Paula Damiano (left) with Sister Elizabeth Koressel. The Sisters of...
Art is prayer
Sister Jody O’Neil, SP, finds spirituality in creating works of art. “Art is a connection of my spirit and the spirit beyond me,” said Sister Jody. Sister Jody creates in the Roethele Art Studio/Gallery at Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indiana. Her artistry is a ministry of the Sisters of Providence. “I love being here because of the beauty of this place and the creation that surrounds me,” Sister Jody said. “That is what captured me when I first came here, back when...