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Jesus, our model for breaking boundaries

By Sister Emily TeKolste | January 12, 2024 |

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

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Breaking boundaries as Providence people

By Sister Barbara Battista | January 12, 2024 |

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.

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Crossing the bridge into community: Postulant Stephanie Rivas

By Sister Janet Gilligan | January 12, 2024 |

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.

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Sister Marilyn Kofler: Breaking boundaries through education and gentle influence

By Amy Miranda | January 12, 2024 |

“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.

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The Sisters of Providence: A history of justice

By Jason Moon | January 12, 2024 |

“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.”

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Sister Corbin Hannah’s ‘The Season of Religious Life’ featured in Global Sisters Report

By Jason Moon | January 5, 2024 |

Sister Corbin Hannah featured in Global Sisters Report

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Seasons Greetings from all of us!

By Sisters of Providence | December 24, 2023 |

Seasons Greetings from all of us!

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Seasons Greetings!

By Sisters of Providence | December 20, 2023 |

Seasons Greetings!

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Kindness matters

By Sophia Miranda | December 19, 2023 |

Sister Jane reminded me that being kind in the present matters deeply. Whatever our thoughts, whatever our memories, whatever our plans, it is only in the now that we can demonstrate our love for each other.

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Oral history: Sister Joann Quinkert the justice advocate

By Debbie Griffey | December 16, 2023 |

Sister Joann entered the community at the age of 17. Her parents planted the seed that grew. A justice warrior. Fearless. Called by God. Her lifetime accomplishments bless and enrich us every day.

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Photos from our 2023 Senior Jubilee Celebration

By Jason Moon | December 11, 2023 |

Celebrating our 2023 Senior Jubilees!

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‘Like Mary, you have given birth’

By Sister Dawn Tomaszewski | December 8, 2023 |

We thank you, Jubilarians, for showing us the way through the witness of your lives

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