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Forgiveness and mercy
...a heart that is in pain or misery. In other words, we ask to forgive. We held a healing heart prayer session in the Chapel of the Shrine of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin in February. Healing, forgiveness and mercy are inextricably linked. We all need to be healed in some arena of our lives. May we all have the courage to make the journey of our hearts toward that reality. (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
River of Grace
...Providence. Let us gather up the tears of all times to honor the grief of all generations to honor the grief of the planet over what we have done to God’s creation. May all these tears become living water that nourishes the deep down roots of Love that births new life into the cosmos. May this living water pour down the justice, mercy and love of the Heart of God. (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Saint Mother Theodore Guerin quotations on mercy
...to make others suffer when we suffer. Bear with the defects of other. Endeavor not to cause others to suffer and you yourself try to endure the little annoyances which are unavoidable in the necessary relations with others.” “… be assured that in leaving the past to the mercy of God and the future to (God’s) Providence you will derive from your offering very great peace and very great consolation.” (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Newsnotes
...the Tabernacle and the north side of the church. Representatives from Sycamore Engineering said a total of 88 bulbs were replaced in the arch, while 25 more will be replaced from two fixtures on each side of the Sanctuary. In addition, 11 more will be replaced on the north side of the church under the balcony. The project started Tuesday, Feb. 16, and concluded by the end of the week. (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Poem: Human Violence
Tragic legacy pervasive pattern repeating itself through the ages a rippling effect on relationship at every level power over/against desecrating human dignity defiantly destroying creation violence literally in the water we drink. And God said “Whom shall I send? (Originally published in the Spring 2016 issue of HOPE magazine.)...
Reflection on Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
The following reflection was written by Sister Joseph Eleanor Ryan (RIP): O, the joy, the beauty of this place, The friendliness, and O, the grace! This Woodland is a glowing tapestry Where are depicted all the lights and shades Of God’s dear love, so that Should we some morning miss the messenger’s Swift pinions brushing dawn-tipped clouds Or spilling silver ripples of spring rain, We still might find their shadows, fugitive, between White petals sifting gently down Beneath a...
A look at White Violet Center for Eco-Justice and Sister Ann Sullivan
...– a native of Galesburg, Illinois, and cousin to Sisters Carol, Lucille and Nancy Nolan – ministered as the center’s first director. This year, WVC marks 20 years of existence. It includes more than 300 acres of state-certified organic farmland, bees, a berry patch, a water garden, a bluebird trail (spring through fall) and classified forest. Tours of the center are available. In addition, those interested in internships may also apply. And of course, don’t forget the alpacas! #throwbackthursday #tbt...
A Providence Associate’s look at Chapter
...the Sisters of Providence were, celebrating and grieving the transitions that come every five years in our community, and finally, I could be a part of it. I remember distinctly the last Chapter because it was right after I first became familiar with the Sisters of Providence. I remember my friends in formation who I had only just met at the Come and See weekend that spring telling me about their experience. I remember being in awe at the idea,...
The Death of a Dear Friend
...do was call me up and say, “Marymo, this is Benniebo.” I got one of those calls in the spring of 1982 when I had injured my back. She said, “We’re coming down to get you.” I would have had to have an ambulance to take me from Durant, Okla., to Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, but the Benedictines took me in and took care of me until I was able to go back to work. Later, I made the Spiritual Exercises under...
Sustainability and social change
...but she didn’t really enjoy it. Her favorite part came after the lesson, when she would care for the horses. Her love of caring for animals is part of what lead her to apply for the internship. “I love the alpacas. It’s a huge part of why I applied, because I wanted to learn more about them,” she said. Because her internship lasts through the spring, Isabelle will get to take part in shearing the alpacas. She is also excited...
Nature is a powerful healing source
...that is dead and dormant, while in the back of my mind summoning the patience that will get me through until spring arrives with all of its excitement. I am reflecting on the events of the year that just passed. I am reflecting on my life. I am reflecting on my time working in the garden at the White Violet Center for Eco-Justice. After working 16 years as an environmental consultant Josh Price worked a summer in the White Violet...
Sister Caroline Hatch
...which brought joy to recreation and any other celebrations. She loved summer vacation with other sisters at Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire and was considered a “great water skier.” To say she was an excellent and creative first grade teacher probably does not do her justice. One could tell by the sparkle in her eyes, the spring in her step and her boundless energy around children and days packed full of projects, plays, rhythm band and more. She literally taught...