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Sister Evelyn Ovalles 25th Jubilee Celebration

By Lonnie Wiram | August 26, 2022 |

On Sunday, August 21, we honored Sister Evelyn Ovalles as she celebrated her 25th Jubilee with the Sisters of Providence! Here are some photos from the celebration, which took place…

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Sisters of Providence profess perpetual vows

By Jason Moon | August 23, 2022 |

‘Providence chose me, and I simply followed that call.’

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Reflections for the Silver Jubilee of Sister Evelyn Ovalles

By Sister Dawn Tomaszewski | August 23, 2022 |

Come alive to what our Provident God has done for you and in your past 25 years

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Reflections for Profession of Perpetual Vows

By Sister Dawn Tomaszewski | August 22, 2022 |

There is cause for rejoicing here!!

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Ten years of transformation

By Sister Arrianne Whittaker | August 19, 2022 |

So “how have I been transformed?” I believe my most important transformation is understanding that I am beloved of God. Through that Love I have the opportunity to be the change I wish to see in this world. By God’s transforming Love we can realize our own “transfiguration” to the people whom God calls us to be.

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Can I Stay Here Forever? The Answer is YES.

By Sister Tracey Horan | August 14, 2022 |

A voice rises up from within the trees:
            Are you ready to give your whole life to me?
My eyes shine up at the trees
            From under my visor.
They know my answer is yes.

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Oral history: Sister Patricia Geis, a life of adventures and little ones

By Debbie Griffey | August 4, 2022 |

Sister Patty’s dedication, vows and sense of adventure in service has taken her in many directions since that day 70 years ago when she entered Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

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Poem: Annual Meeting

By Sister Ruth Johnson | July 10, 2022 |

We sing these songs
to keep remembering
we have bonded …

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Reunited joyfully: Annual meeting 2022

By Amy Miranda | June 30, 2022 |

Enjoy these photos from the Sisters of Providence annual meeting 2022. So wonderful to be together doing meaningful work with your community!

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Reflection for a Celebration of Commitment

By Sister Dawn Tomaszewski | June 28, 2022 |

I ask each of you who shares a relationship with us within this Providence Community, “What is your calling now? To what are you committed? And why does that matter?”

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Twenty-five discoveries at The Woods

By Suzie Ray | June 16, 2022 |

Providence Associates Suzie Ray and Jane Fischer share 25 things they discovered while volunteering at The Woods earlier this month.

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A journey of Providence on Chicago’s westside

By Sister Joseph Ellen Keitzer | May 13, 2022 |

My journey in pastoral ministry has been very transforming for me. I have had the privilege and opportunity of stepping inside another race, culture and hearts. I am truly blessed.

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