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Stories from the Archives

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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Throwback Thursday: A look into the life and ministry of Sister Patricia Clare Beggs

'The call came, there was a response and a life chosen to live the truth of the Gospel Way began.'

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Historical Recognition

'I think this designation truly honors the legacy of all who have gone before us'

Jason Moon
October 6, 2017
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College, Stories from the Archives
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An unforgettable moment

'The grandeur of her humility and hard work is breathtaking and hard to process.'

Delphine Le Brun
August 10, 2017
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Remembering Sister Mary Henry Brames

'She was a very gentle woman. She was never rushed, she just seemed to go. She loved jigsaw puzzles and was so faithful every day.'

Jason Moon
August 3, 2017
Sisters in Ministry, Stories from the Archives
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A look at the life and ministries of Sister Loretta Clare Gehring

'Though Aunt Clara was small in stature, she was strong willed and had a big heart'

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Reflections on 50 years

'Journey in love, mercy and d justice is the theme for our Golden Jubilee Year.'

Jason Moon
June 29, 2017
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry, Stories from the Archives
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What does Mother Theodore have to say about …

Wouldn’t it be great if there was a searchable database with all of our favorite quotations from Saint Mother Theodore Guerin? Well now there is!

Amy Miranda
June 9, 2017
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Beauty and Art in the Church of the Immaculate Conception

The Church of the Immaculate Conception, consecrated in 1907, features a majestic limestone structure filled with beautiful paintings, stained glass, sculpture and art. Thaddeus von Zukoynski painted all of the paintings in the church. He was Polish and graduated from the…

Christina Blust
May 30, 2017
Stories from the Archives, Visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods

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Sisters serving their country

On Monday, May 29, during Mass, the Sisters of Providence will honor the Sisters who have served their country during times of war

Sisters of Providence
May 26, 2017
Peace & Justice, Providence Spirituality, Sisters in Ministry, Stories from the Archives
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A look at the life and ministry of Sister St. Veronica Doherty

'She had a great zeal for the souls of her pupils, their parents, and of those with whom she came in contact.'

Jason Moon
May 25, 2017
Sisters in Ministry, Stories from the Archives
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Sister Catherine Celine Brocksmith: ‘Innate wisdom and good-natured prudence’

'Hundreds of sisters experienced her compassion and down to earth common sense.'

Jason Moon
May 18, 2017
Sisters in Ministry, Stories from the Archives
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Saint Mother Theodore statue dedicated in Ruillé, France

Sunday was a joyous occasion for French and U.S. Sisters of Providence, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College staff and alums, and many others, when a bronze statue of Saint Mother Theodore Guerin was dedicated at the motherhouse of the Sisters of Providence…

Sisters of Providence
May 14, 2017
Providence Associates, Saint Mother Theodore Guerin, Stories from the Archives

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