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Providence Family Services’ Annual Rummage Sale Breaks Records
...treasures with nary a frown. The sorters arrived with a spring in their step And finished their job quickly with cheer and with pep. On Saturday morning, in spite of the mist, The shoppers arrived early and they came with their list. Friday and Saturday all enjoyed the great food Prepared lovingly by Sisters Lucy and Mary Fran—it was so good! On Sunday the whole Carcanaquez clan Cooked and served “comida”– all according to plan. The clean-up crew was efficient...
Nurturing to renewed hope and health
...and go, go, go.” Ruth spent several months in Providence Health Care last spring and summer after having been in a coma for nine weeks. Her daughter Tandy Solesky, also of Brazil, visited her there nearly every day of her stay. “I am a medical professional myself (an RN), so I have high expectations. And Providence Health Care went above and beyond. They treated her like she was one of their own. Like she was their family,” Tandy said. “It’s...
Newsnotes
...closer to the church. The final outdoor work — landscaping, laying of the plaza and church entry-way bricks, placing of benches and of a donor recognition plaque — will be completed in the spring of 2016. This total transformation was made possible by the generosity of all our benefactors. Our thanks to each of you! Be an SP! The Sisters of Providence invite Catholic woman ages 18 to 42 to consider life as a Sister of Providence. The Congregation will...
Reflection for Lent
The liturgical period of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. The word Lent comes from the Old English ‘Lencten,’ which means spring. Perhaps I backed myself into a corner when I wrote in my 2016 New Year reflection. I wrote then that I didn’t make New Year resolutions because there are so many occasions during the Catholic liturgical year to begin again. I mentioned Lent as an example. So, now I am wondering how to explore Lent as an opportunity for...
A community of friends: the Providence Associate relationship
...sought out Christine O’Connor. Christine and I are companions on the journey as she seeks to become a Providence Associate. We meet regularly to explore the Spiritual Integration Units that are part of the integration process in becoming an associate. Providence Associate Jean Smith has grown from knowing only one sister to gaining a whole community of friends as a Providence Associate. Here she visits with sisters and associates at a social during the spring retreat. But almost simultaneous with...
Dare to be merciful
...and more challenging. May we dare to hope that our own works of mercy will help “to beat swords into plough shares.” May we dare to pray again our Litany of Non-Violence — especially these words: God of love, mercy and justice, acknowledging my complicity in those attitudes, actions and words which perpetuate violence, I beg the grace of a non-violent heart. Find the complete Litany of Non-Violence online here. (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Counsel and guidance to middle schoolers
...mistakes along the way. That’s just being human. They have lots of opportunities to do great things in this world and I know they will.” Near the end of the interview, I ask what she receives as a school counselor. Her eyes tear up as she quietly responds. “It’s the power I have to help or promote change in these kids and knowing that they do the same for me.” (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Grieving gracefully into a future full of hope
...who have died. May we each have the grace we need to comfort one another and grieve gracefully together into a future full of hope which God has planned for us. Sister Connie offers “Grieving gracefully into a future full of hope retreats.” Visit Providence Spirituality and Conference Center’s website to find the dates for an upcoming retreat. Find Sister Connie’s “Prayer for the Faces of our Grief” prayer here. (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Prayer for the Faces of our Grief
...me be grateful for my good memories. When I have lost part of myself, may I find a new identity with your help. When I have lost meaning in my life, give me the grace to go on When I am emotionally overwhelmed, teach me to breathe in your Love. When I want to talk to my loved one, let me. Amen. (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine. Read Sister Connie’s article on grieving gracefully here.)...
Feeding neighbors in need
...any way we can.” Sister Joseph, a Sister of Providence for 62 years, ministered in missionary work prior to becoming director of Providence Food Pantry. “I think this is a continuation of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin’s work,” Sister Joseph said. “We’re helping our neighbors. It’s very rewarding. “I think our supporters … they’ve made this a community pantry. This shows that Providence – the Providence of God – is working.” (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Mercy to Earth
...as something outside ourselves. We are Earth! That shift in attitude is one critical way to truly understanding our place in the web of life. What we do and how we choose to live in relationship with all of life matters! The degradation of any part of the natural world affects us all in profound ways, especially in the devastation caused to real people and their environments — our environment.” (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Reaching out as mercy
...attracts him to minister alongside them as a Providence Associate. “It’s their awareness. Their alertness to the world, to what’s going on in the world. It’s their presence. And their willingness to really live out their commitment to their faith.” “They’re a tremendous group of women. They’re intelligent, they’re spiritual, they’re dedicated and a lot of fun! It’s an honor and a privilege for me to be here,” he said. (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...