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As seen in HOPE

Here you will find wonderful content from the Sisters of Providence. The articles here all appeared in HOPE magazine. The Sisters of Providence publish HOPE three times a year to share the mission, spirituality and ministries of the Sisters of Providence. Enjoy!

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Jesus, our model for breaking boundaries

Whenever Jesus crossed the cultural expectations of his time, healing happened. This is exactly what we are called to do today.

Sister Emily TeKolste
January 12, 2024
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality
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Breaking boundaries as Providence people

Humility calls us to embrace the entire human community without exception. Everyone deserves to be loved and respected. We are all siblings one to the other.

Sister Barbara Battista
January 12, 2024
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry

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Crossing the bridge into community: Postulant Stephanie Rivas

In September, Stephanie Rivas became the newest woman to join Sisters of Providence. Being a risk taker and breaking boundaries is not new to Stephanie.

Sister Janet Gilligan
January 12, 2024
As seen in HOPE, Become a Sister, Community Living, Stories from the Archives

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Sister Marilyn Kofler: Breaking boundaries through education and gentle influence

“I wanted to be a priest, but I knew I would be a sister,” she said. Priesthood for women was not an option. “You didn’t even talk about it,” she said.

Amy Miranda
January 12, 2024
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Become a Sister, Community Living, Peace & Justice, Sisters in Ministry
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The Sisters of Providence: A history of justice

“The work of Justice, of promoting systemic change that protects planet Earth and promotes human rights, is essential to answering our call as Sisters of Providence.”

Jason Moon
January 12, 2024
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Peace & Justice, Providence Associates, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, Sisters in Ministry

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Honor your favorite Sister of Providence

It’s that time again. Children and teachers are returning to their schools and their classrooms. This time of year brings to mind some of our favorite teachers from our own school days. Were you taught by a special Sister of…

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Risen Christ art unique to the Woods

A one-of-a-kind sculpture, the risen Christ was designed in 1989 by the late Harry Breen, noted artist/architect/consultant from Champaign, Illinois.

Diane Weidenbenner
September 25, 2023
As seen in HOPE, Stories from the Archives, Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods

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We are supported with so much love

During our yearly Saint Mother Theodore Guerin Evening, we offer a special thanks to all of you, our contributors. We would like to highlight here a few special supporters who were recognized this year.

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Nurturing in the Woods: extending the hand of compassion

Sister Su-Hsin enjoys visiting with residents, listening to their stories, praying with them, reading to them and sometimes even doing a little correspondence for them. “I do whatever I can for them. I listen to them, cry with them and laugh with them."

Sister Cathy Campbell
September 25, 2023
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Health & Wellness, Providence Health Care, Sisters in Ministry

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Being a Providence Associate has made a difference

We asked several of our Providence Associates to share how being an associate has made a difference in their lives. Read here as they share how they have been touched by the Community and the Woods.

Amy Miranda
September 25, 2023
As seen in HOPE, Providence Associates, Providence Spirituality
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For Sister Lucy Lechner, it’s the little things

Nature is Sister Lucy Lechner's peaceful place where she communes with God. She marvels at the little things and enjoys the aliveness, music and dancing of life outdoors at the Woods.

Sister Corbin Hannah
September 22, 2023
As seen in HOPE, Become a Sister, Community Living, Sisters in Ministry, Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods
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Blooming in the gardens at the Woods

“Growing vegetables is pretty incredible," say White Violet Intern Lily Seals. "I get to experience this from start to finish. After we harvest it really makes me proud to realize that I grew this."

Mary Riley
September 22, 2023
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Internships, Peace & Justice, White Violet Center for Eco-Justice

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