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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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Love, mercy, justice: working together to welcome the stranger

ne TeKolste’s reflection on her family’s journey to welcome an asylum family with the same love with which Mother Theodore and her companions were welcomed by the Thralls family more than 180 years ago.

Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp
September 23, 2021
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Peace & Justice, Providence Associates

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What is asylum?

t definition of asylum in the U.S. is based on the 1951 United Nations Convention on the Status of Refugees. It was created when countries came together in the wake of the Holocaust and committed that never again would they return people fleeing persecution to danger.

Sister Tracey Horan
September 23, 2021
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Peace & Justice, Sisters in Ministry

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Mother Theodore, Providence Associate Kate Childs Graham: writers encouraging goodness

It’s doubtful Mother Theodore wrote so her words would be preserved. She may have written to encourage others to persevere. Providence Associate Kate Childs Graham, speech writer for Vice President Kamala Harris, seems to have that same hope — that her writing will encourage others to persevere in living lives of faith, commitment, candor and compassion.

Sister Denise Wilkinson
September 23, 2021
Advocacy & Action, As seen in HOPE, Providence Associates, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin

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The sisters treasure your financial support!

The Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods have always treasured our friends who give a donation every month. Now we have created an official program called Providence GEMs (Gives Every Month), to show our appreciation for these faithful givers and to shine a light on monthly giving.

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A legacy of love, prayer and service

When today’s Sisters of Providence describe the spirituality of Mother Theodore, they speak of her deep, joyous love of God. Of her warm affection for her sisters. Her abiding trust in Providence. Of her resilience. Her passion for the mission. And her practical piety.

Sister Janet Gilligan
September 23, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Providence Spirituality, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin
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Newsnotes from the Sisters of Providence fall 2021

Catch up on news updates from the Sisters of Providence

Amy Miranda
September 23, 2021
As seen in HOPE

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Leaning and leading like Saint Mother Theodore

me in the community’s history with a particular responsibility on behalf of our mission has so challenged me to ‘lean on Providence,’ that I know I will never be the same. It has been a grace-filled time for me, during which I have been challenged beyond measure to ‘give the Holy Spirit free access to my mind and heart.’

Sisters of Providence
September 23, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, Sisters in Ministry
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100+ year old sisters survive COVID-19

“She has a strong determination to live and has never let anyone do for her what she can do for herself.”

Amy Miranda
May 3, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Sisters in Ministry

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Take a deep breath: spiritual direction during pandemic

“Having Sister Marsha sit, listen, pray and offer her gentle guidance brings the matter up into the light. And once the struggle has been shown the light, the resolution begins.”

Sister Denise Wilkinson
May 3, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry

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Virtual opportunities a silver lining to a pandemic

Virtual programming and livestream are here to stay. This will just be another way we can continue to connect with people and take our mission into the world.

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“Be cheerful, kind to one another” Mother Theodore’s response to epidemic

“Keep your house, the yard, and also your persons clean. Change your linen often and have your children clean also, if they are still with you. Finally, my dear daughters, pray.”

Sister Janet Gilligan
May 3, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, Stories from the Archives

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Sisters of Providence struggles and wisdom amidst pandemic

For many sisters, extended time in prayer has been both a coping mechanism and a time of real growth for them during the pandemic. Sister Joni Luna put it this way: “I find that if I fill my cup a few times a day by entering into this God space, it helps get me through the chaos and unpredictable events of my day.”

Sister Jeanne Hagelskamp
May 3, 2021
As seen in HOPE, Community Living, Sisters in Ministry

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