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Bringing beauty into the world – the late Sister Cecilia Clare Bocard

By Connie McCammon | April 16, 2009 |

Reprinted from the summer 2009 issue of HOPE. “We are all aware, I am sure, that music, as a fine art, involves the creation of beauty. Now we know that…

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Civil War service

By Connie McCammon | March 19, 2009 |

Just over 20 years after the founding of the Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind., the country was torn apart by the Civil War (1861-1865). Sisters of Providence answered…

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History of devotion to Our Lady of Providence

By Sisters of Providence | March 19, 2009 |

For more than 75 years, Sisters of Providence and lay people from throughout the world have prayed at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Providence, which is located today…

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A faceless ghost?

By Sister Dawn Tomaszewski | March 19, 2009 |

It’s a perfect time for a good ghost story. Settle in and hear this first-hand account of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods own “faceless nun.”

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The remarkable life of Mother Marie Gratia Luking

By Sisters of Providence | March 18, 2009 |

By Sister Mary Roger Madden On Oct. 29, 1989, in Shalu, Taichung County, Taiwan, a group of clergy, lay people and women religious gathered at the burial site of Mother…

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Young woman’s letters help explain formation

By Connie McCammon | March 12, 2009 |

Sister Mary Slattery (RIP) probably never dreamed she would leave such an impression with her personal letters to a longtime friend. But her words were so eloquent and convincing that…

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Wedding gown tradition

By Sisters of Providence | March 12, 2009 |

It was a day a young woman in formation with the Sisters of Providence waited for eagerly. On that day, she would process into the flower-decorated, candle-adorned Church of the…

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A labor of love: To God Through Music

By Connie McCammon | March 12, 2009 |

Sister Mary Lourdes Mackey (RIP) understood that children thrive with music. She knew music enriches them. Embracing that wisdom, Sister Mary Lourdes launched a project that eventually brought national acclaim…

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Golden jubilees celebrated throughout SP history

By Sisters of Providence | March 12, 2009 |

For days before the big celebration, young sisters were washing habits and pressing them and making sure everything was ready for the special day, recalls Sister Suzanne Brezette, who entered…

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Personal stories from bell and chimes ringers

By Sisters of Providence | March 11, 2009 |

Sister Ann Casper “One summer repairs were needed to the church [Church of the Immaculate Conception] tower bells. Bell ringers were told to have a second bell ringer accompany them…

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A spirituality of hope and healing

By Sisters of Providence | March 11, 2009 |

For nearly 168 years the Sisters of Providence have called approximately 1,200 acres of land, trees and lakes in west central Indiana home. The face of the land has changed…

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Sister-nurses during the Civil War (video)

By Sisters of Providence | February 27, 2009 |

The Sisters of Providence served as sister-nurses during the Civil War. This video sheds some light on this unique service to the nation. (with audio) Article praises Civil War video…

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Often, some of the most interesting pieces of history are lost in time. These inviting stories are drawn from the Sisters of Providence Archives and the memories of sisters and friends. They feature the many people and places instrumental in the Sisters of Providence history.

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